Mood Enhancing Chocolate Smoothie
By admin Breakfast, Light Meal, Snack dairy free, gluten free, Sugar Free, vegan
July 26, 2016
Chocolatey, refreshing and delicious! This drink will help boost mood and energy while supporting the microbiome. It's filled with antioxidants and omega 3 fatty acids to support brain function.
Raw cacao contains a variety of mood enhancing properties including:
- Phenylethylamine or PEA, the love molecule, a neurotransmitter produced in the body when we fall in love.
- Anandamide, in Sanskrit means 'bliss'.
- MAO inhibitors helps to ensure mood enhancing neurotransmitters are absorbed by the body and reach the brain.
- Serotonin a mood enhancing neurotransmitter
- Magnesium which is a key mineral to aid in relaxation.
Directions
1Put all ingredients in a blender - blend until smooth.