Drink Your Way to Gut Health :140 Delicious Probiotic Smoothies and Other Drinks

Drink Your Way to Gut Health:140 Delicious Probiotic Smoothies and Other Drinks 140 Delicious Probiotic Smoothies & Other Drinks that Cleanse & Heal Drink Your Way to Gut Health (Paperback) About the Author MOLLY MORGAN is the author of The Skinny Rules and Skinny-Size It and founder of Creative Nutrition Solutions. Molly works with the media, athletes and pro sports. SAMPLE INSIDE THE BOOK: Tart Cherry Kefir from Drink Your Way to Gut Health Serves 2 (1 cup each) Tart cherries are known for their anti-inflammatory impact on the body. Researchers from the Oregon Health & Science University presented a small study of 20 women with inflammatory arthritis (osteoarthritis); it showed that having 8 ounces of tart cherry juice twice a day for 3 weeks led to a reduction in inflammation markers. Similar inflammation reduction has been found among athletes who added tart cherry juice while training for long distance running, and the runners experienced less pain. When shopping for tart cherry juice, opt for 100 percent tart cherry juice to gain maximum health benefits. Directions: Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until icy and smooth. Divide between 2 glasses and serve, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 or 4 days. Nutrition facts (per serving) 110 calories, 1/2 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 40 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 18 g sugar, 4 g protein, 4% vitamin A, 8% calcium, 10% vitamin C, 4% iron