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Protein is an essential dietary component that has been making modern meal trends adapt it more actively in diets. However, for those who workout regularly, protein has always been an integral aspect for muscle repair and development along with giving a satiating feeling that prevents overeating. For men who are actively into fitness, protein shakes become a key part of their everyday diet—consumed right after a rigorous session of lifting weights or cardio. Combining protein powder with seasonal ingredients to elevate its taste is a great way of incorporating micro nutrients in one’s diet. Usha’s mixer grinder makes this possible since the minimal preparation time it takes enables quick output, leaving little room between coming back from a gym session and having to compensate with nutrient intake.
Banana-Almond Protein Shake
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Use coconut water, Greek yoghurt, frozen banana and almond butter to create a high protein shake enriched with a scoop of whey powder. With a total of 21 grams of dietary protein per serving, the muscle tears that occur during high intensity training. Ideal for athletes, the almond butter can also be replaced with cashew butter for good fats. Consider adding half an avocado to convert the shake into a meal replacement beverage that will keep one fuller for long.
Recovery Smoothie
Made using beetroot, pitted cherries, vanilla protein powder, walnuts and unsweetened pomegranate juice—the bright pink smoothie is an ideal drink to consume after a tough workout. Simply blend cooked beetroot along with the walnuts initially before adding the remaining ingredients and blending further to form a thick and smooth beverage that is also as delicious as it looks. Great to relieve pain as well as muscle recovery, the presence of vitamins also makes this great for detoxing blood.
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Very Berry Shake
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Since winter berries are available plentifully and in season, combine an assortment of blueberries, strawberries and raspberries with flaxseeds, vanilla protein powder, Greek yoghurt and spinach to create a phytonutrient-rich beverage. Whether one prefers to consume this as breakfast or as a pre-dinner drink, the smoothie is vibrant with the flavours of berries as well as has a deep purple colour that is aesthetically appealing. Swap any of the three berries for local varieties like mulberries or wild berries to make it perfect for incorporating local ingredients.
Superfood Shake
A blend of frozen cherries, beetroot, strawberries, hemp seeds and chocolate whey protein—this superfood shake—as the name suggests, is a nutrient booster for fitness freaks. The shake not only helps with muscle recovery but also boosts athletic performance—making it great for those who are deeply engaged in sport activities. Add a pinch of spirulina, flaxseeds or pumpkin seeds to variate the foundational recipe; use sprouted seeds for better nutrient absorption and grind the nuts or seeds into a powder before adding in other ingredients.
Coconut-Almond Smoothie
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This vegan variant of the protein shake uses coconut milk instead of dairy along with chocolate protein powder, coconut flakes, almond butter and water. Blend the coconut flakes and milk into a smooth paste in the mixer grinder before adding the remaining ingredients along with some ice. The resultant is a thick, milkshake-like beverage that is reminiscent of tropical flavours as well as the goodness of chocolate—giving it a dessert-like appeal. If consuming during the day, add a spoon of coffee or espresso powder to the mix, to give it depth of flavour.
