Start your year in good health with this New Year’s Smoothie Detox Day! With four smoothie recipes, this curated day provides 1762 calories of plant-based nutrition.
HAPPY 2018!!!
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy new year. 2017 was challenging for many of us, and for me it was a difficult year personally. Looking back, I’m grateful for what those experiences taught me and for the people who supported me—my partner, family, friends, and all of you who read this blog. I’m excited for what 2018 will bring and glad to share this detox-style smoothie day to help you start the year feeling refreshed.
About the New Year’s Detox Day
Each New Year I share a recipe intended to support healthier habits. In past years I posted the Super Green Detox Salad and the Kale Detox Salad, and this year I’m offering a full day of smoothies designed to reset and energize you. I use the word “detox” loosely—your liver, kidneys, and digestive system handle detoxification naturally. Still, foods rich in nutrients, fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants can support those systems and help you feel better physically and mentally. There’s also a real placebo effect: when you know you’re nourishing your body, you often feel better.
Mindset matters. Approach any change in eating habits with self-compassion. Your worth is not tied to what you eat. If choosing nutritious meals is part of your self-care, do it from a place of love and respect for your body.
This plan includes four smoothies, each focused on different benefits for the day. Here’s the breakdown:
Morning Fire Smoothie: This bright, digestive-focused smoothie features pineapple for bromelain, fresh ginger for soothing digestion, turmeric for anti-inflammatory support, banana for fiber, and coconut water for hydration. It’s designed to kickstart your digestive system and set the tone for a nourishing day.
Herbal Green Smoothie: Think of this as a salad in a glass. It blends avocado for healthy fats, fresh mint to calm the stomach, fiber-rich pear, antioxidant-packed spinach, and coconut water to keep you hydrated.
Healthy Brain Smoothie: This smoothie emphasizes healthy fats important for brain function—hemp seeds and flax oil provide omega-3s. It also includes beets and blueberries for antioxidants and potential support for circulation. Note: beets give this blend a pronounced flavor; reduce the amount if you prefer a milder taste.
Calming Evening Smoothie: Designed to help you wind down, this smoothie uses oats for tryptophan, walnuts for omega-3s, and bananas for vitamin B6 to support serotonin production. It’s a comforting, slightly indulgent-feeling drink that promotes relaxation before bed.
This full-day smoothie plan totals about 1,700–1,750 calories. If you need more calories, add snacks such as raw almonds or cashews, or whole fruits and vegetables like apples and carrots.
As always, consult your doctor before making any dietary changes.
Enjoy!
New Year’s Smoothie Detox Day
Ingredients
Morning Fire Smoothie
- 2 Cups Frozen Pineapple Chunks
- 1 Inch Cube Fresh Ginger
- 1/4 Tsp Turmeric Powder
- Pinch Cayenne
- 1/2 Frozen Banana cut into slices
- 1 1/2 Cups Coconut Water
- Water to thin, if needed
Herbal Green Smoothie
- 1 Avocado pitted
- 1 Medium Pear cut into chunks
- 1 Sprig Fresh Mint
- 1 1/2 Cups Spinach
- 1 Cup Coconut Water
- Handful Ice Cubes
- Water to thin, if needed
Healthy Brain Smoothie
- 1 Cup Frozen Mango
- 1 Cup Frozen Blueberries
- 1/2 Red Beet peeled
- 1 Tbsp Hemp Seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp Flax Oil
- 1 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/2 Cup Water
- More water to thin, if needed
Calming Evening Smoothie
- 1 1/2 Frozen Bananas cut into slices
- 1/2 Cup Rolled Oats
- 1/8 Cup Walnuts
- 2 Tbsp Cacao Powder
- 1 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/2 Cup Water
- More water to thin, if needed
Instructions
Morning Fire Smoothie
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Prep all ingredients – make sure ginger is peeled.
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Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until creamy. Add water to thin or a few ice cubes for a colder smoothie.
Herbal Green Smoothie
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Prep ingredients – halve and pit the avocado, and chop the pear into chunks.
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Blend all ingredients until smooth, adding water or ice as needed.
Healthy Brain Smoothie
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Prep ingredients – peel the beet. If your blender is not very powerful, roast the beet first to soften it.
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Blend all ingredients until creamy. Add water or ice to adjust consistency.
Calming Evening Smoothie
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Combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Blend this one longer to fully break down the oats; otherwise the smoothie may be slightly grainy. Add water or ice to reach desired texture.
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P.S.
If you make these smoothies, tag me on Instagram @wellandfull and use #wellandfull so I can see your creations. I love seeing your versions of these recipes.