Looking for a veggie-packed smoothie with anti-inflammatory benefits for RA? Here's a homemade blend inspired by V8-style flavors that swaps the high sodium of store-bought juice for whole, fiber-rich ingredients.
RA-Friendly Green Veggie Smoothie
- 1 cup baby spinach or kale
- ½ stalk celery, chopped
- 1 small tomato (or Show Full Answer
Looking for a veggie-packed smoothie with anti-inflammatory benefits for RA? Here's a homemade blend inspired by V8-style flavors that swaps the high sodium of store-bought juice for whole, fiber-rich ingredients.
RA-Friendly Green Veggie Smoothie
- 1 cup baby spinach or kale
- ½ stalk celery, chopped
- 1 small tomato (or ½ cup cherry tomatoes)
- ½ cucumber, chopped
- 1-inch piece of fresh peeled ginger
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 cup cold water or green tea (for extra anti-inflammatory benefit)
- A few ice cubes
Blend everything until smooth. Add a small apple or half a banana if you'd like a touch of natural sweetness without added sugar.
Why these ingredients help with RA:
- Spinach/kale – Rich in antioxidants and vitamins that help fight inflammation
- Ginger – May help reduce inflammation and ease joint pain
- Turmeric – Contains curcumin, which has been shown to help reduce inflammation in RA
- Celery – Hydrating and contains anti-inflammatory compounds
- Green tea (as liquid base) – Has known anti-inflammatory properties
Avoid adding fruit juice to keep sugar levels in check, as higher sugar intake has been linked to RA flares. Whole fruits are always the better option if you want added sweetness.
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