5 Easy Recipes for Total Wellness: Immune-Boosting Smoothies, Heart-Healthy Oatmeal, Anti-Inflammatory Tea, Nutrient-Packed Buddha Bowls, and Healthy Salmon Meals

1. Smoothie for Immune Support:

• • Ingredients: 1 cup spinach, 1/2 cup frozen mango, 1/2 cup frozen pineapple, 1 small piece of ginger (peeled), 1 tablespoon chia seeds, and 1 cup of orange juice or water.
  • Benefits: Rich in vitamins C and A, ginger for anti-inflammatory properties, and chia seeds for omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.

2. Heart-Healthy Oatmeal:

• • Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats, 2 cups almond milk, 1 apple (chopped), 1 teaspoon cinnamon, a handful of walnuts, and a drizzle of honey.
  • Benefits: Oats and walnuts are great for lowering cholesterol, apples provide fiber and vitamin C, and cinnamon can help regulate blood sugar levels.

3. Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tea:

• • Ingredients: 1 cup hot water, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, a pinch of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon honey.
  • Benefits: Turmeric and cinnamon are powerful anti-inflammatories, and black pepper increases the absorption of curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric.

4. Balanced Buddha Bowl:

• • Ingredients: 1/2 cup quinoa (cooked), 1/2 cup chickpeas, 1 cup kale (steamed), 1/2 avocado (sliced), 1/2 carrot (shredded), 1/2 beet (roasted and sliced), and a tahini lemon dressing.
  • Benefits: A mix of protein, healthy fats, and multiple vitamins from various vegetables, all promoting satiety and nutrient intake.

5. Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Sweet Potato:

• • Ingredients: 4 oz salmon fillet, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 medium sweet potato (sliced and steamed).
  • Benefits: Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for heart and brain health; broccoli is a great source of fiber, vitamins C and K; sweet potatoes are high in vitamin A and fiber.