TROPICAL BLAST: Great post workout shake!
After exercise, you need whey proteins to build muscle, but you also need carbs for energy…..Here is a great way to get them both in one delicious shake!
TROPICAL BLAST
Ready in 5 mins. Makes 2 servings
INGREDIENTS:
1 frozen banana, cut into chunks
1/2 cup pineapple, cubed
1 cup low-fat milk (or low-fat soy milk)
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
**(RECOMMENDED OPTIMUM HEALTH NUTRITION WHEY PROTEIN POWDERS)**
Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Serve immediately.
NUTRITION PER SERVING:
Calories 165, Total Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 0g, Trans Fat 0g, Cholesterol 7mg, Sodium 50 mg, Total Carbs 27g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Sugars 20g, Protein 25g, Iron 2g
BENEFITS:
SORENESS BUSTER- Pineapple is loaded with Bromelain and Papin, enzymes that help minimize post workout inflammation.
PROTEIN PUSHERS- A ripe banana and blueberries will cause an insulin spike, which quickly shuttles amino acids to your depleted muscle cells.
LEAN POWDER- Whey protein contains leucine, an amino acid that research shows can help your body preserve lean muscle tissues.