Focus and Energy Smoothie

A nutritious ADHD-friendly recipe that will increase focus and help optimize your brain.

By Tana Amen, RN, BSN Verified Updated on November 2, 2019

(Serves 2)

(Prepare iced green tea in advance for this recipe.)

1/2 cup frozen organic raspberries

1/2 cup frozen organic blackberries

16-20 ounces iced green tea

Handful of ice

2 cups raw spinach

2 kale leaves, torn from stem

2 scoops vanilla- or chocolate-flavored protein powder

(pea protein, sweetened with stevia)

2 droppers full of liquid stevia

(I prefer berry or chocolate flavor)

2 tablespoons avocado (about 1/4 avocado)

(any or all):

1 scoop freeze-dried greens

1 tablespoon flax, hemp, or chia seeds

1 tablespoon fiber

(inulin or glucomannan)

1. Add all ingredients to blender bowl (preferably high-powered blender).

2. Turn blender on low at first, then increase speed for about 30 seconds.

3. Add additional water or ice as needed to achieve desired consistency.

4. Pour into two large glasses and serve cold.

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