:::I'm in heaven!::: (get on this smoothie, yo!)

I've been making a smoothie the last few days that's been blowin' my mind, hittin da spot & pleasin' my sweet tooth! I'm not so much a "recipe" kinda gal (unless it's baking....that's chemistry & usually a good idea to plan well). So I'll do my best to share general ratios with you in hopes you too can appreciate this delicious masterpiece. And not only will your taste buds oooo & ahhhh, you're also nourishing your body. Take a look at the special, not-so-secret ingredient.....

Maca Root (Lepedium meyenii) ::: A South American tuber traditionally eaten by Andeans, Maca has provided nutritional amazingness for thousands of years. Also, Maca Root has been shown to increase libido & sex drive, improve mood & energy, & help one maintain centered & strong during times of anxiety & stress. Who couldn't use a dose of that sweet medicine? Plus Maca has a uniquely nutty & rich flavor that melds quite well into many smoothie combinations.

The foundation of ingredients are below. It might seem like a lot for a smoothie but trust me...it's worth it. Plus, for me this is a fabulous breakfast that provides energy, fills me up & keeps me from hitting the baked goods & expensive fancy coffee drinks I sometimes crave. That's why today I added a little bit of leftover brewed coffee from home & increased the amount of ice a little. You can also throw in some frozen blueberries, add your favorite green food powder or even toss in a handful of raw organic baby spinach. Forget the rules and rigidity of having to do something "right" & just play :) Taste along the way & adjust as needed.

Blend together the following ingredients:

-- 1 c.  coconut water

-- 1 c.  almond milk (can substitute w/ coconut, hemp, rice etc)*personally I avoid soy milk*

-- 1 ripe banana

-- 1-2 Tbsp. Maca Root Powder (I recommend you purchase here OR here)

-- 1-2 tsp. chia seeds

-- 1-2 Tbsp. raw local organic honey

-- a handful of pecans

-- 1 heaping tsp. cacao or cocoa powder (or nibs)

-- a dash or two or three of cinnamon

-- a real lil bit of vanilla extract

-- 1/2 tray or so ice cubes

YUM. I enjoyed this smoothie whilst typing & now I feel inspired to paint my bedroom! Maca rules!

Let me know what ya think!

Cheers....

the wise owl

XOXOX