Craving Pumpkin Pie? Try a Pumpkin Shake!

Okay this is a MUST TRY! It is delicious, I feel like I am drinking pumpkin pie for breakfast as we speak:)

Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake:

1/4 c unsweetened Almond Milk

1/4 c Water

1/4 c Pumpkin Puree (just plain ole pumpkin in a can!)

1 serving vanilla protein powder (I used Aria)

about 1/2 t vanilla

some cinnamon (I used a lot!)

pinch of nutmeg

1 T Agave Nectar (so good for you, just for a little sweetness!)

1 T flax seed oil

1 T chia seeds

a couple pinches of an over ripe banana 
5-6 ice cubes

SO GOOD! Did you know that pumpkin puree is low in calories and fat and offers a number of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support a healthy diet?! 

It contains tons of vitamin A for things like immune function and bone health and K (my favorite) for blood

 coagulation and osteoporosis prevention, C to support immune systems (so important when around kids this

 time of year!) and even some B and E just to name a few benefits. It also contains high amounts of 

potassium for your muscles, and you made have heard bright orange=antioxidants, well that's true and in 

there too, and what about orange=vision health (like carrots), again true and in the pumpkin! One more

 benefit, there's 7g of fiber per cup; The Institute of Medicine recommends women take in a minimum of 25 g 

of fiber daily and men a minimum of 38 g daily. Who knew this thanksgiving treat was so HEALTHY?! 

 I am thankful for this Thursday off of class, sleeping in, and this protein shake while I watch my favorite show KLG and Hoda:) Have a great day, share your blessings!