Collagen is a necessary protein for building bone, skin, ligaments, and muscle. It also contributes to healthier hair, nails, and improves the elasticity of our skin. We naturally produce collagen on our own, but as we age how much we are able to produce decreases. This can lead to symptoms typically associated with aging, like sagging skin and brittle bones. Collagen supplements can be taken to restore collagen levels and produce numerous health benefits. You can buy collagen supplements in either capsule or powder form, powder form being the most preferred for its versatility. Just a scoop or two of collagen powder supplement in your regular pre-workout or post-workout shake is all you need to reap its many benefits. Hot Bod Nutrition’s collagen powder supplement is tasteless and odorless, making it easy to mix with any of your preferred ingredients. Need ideas for the ultimate collagen protein packed shake? Check out our list of shake ideas below for inspiration.
Go Green Collagen Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1-2 Scoops HBN Collagen powder
- Avocado
- Leafy greens
- Blueberries
- Water
If you’re looking to cut back on sugar, opt for a green smoothie that consists of mostly leafy greens and low sugar fruits. Leafy greens like spinach and kale contain high levels of folate and other essential vitamins that promote health. Avocado contains few carbs and high amounts of monounsaturated fats which are good for preventing heart disease. Blueberries and other types of berries are great for adding a little sweetness to your smoothies without overdoing it. They are also a good source of fiber and antioxidants. Blend all ingredients together with water and enjoy!
Creamy Chocolate Banana Shake
Ingredients:
- 1-2 Scoops HBN Collagen powder
- 1-2 Frozen bananas
- Cacao powder
- Coconut milk (or any type of milk)
- 1 Scoop of almond butter (or your preferred nut butter)
- Dates for sweetener (optional)
Prefer your collagen shakes to be on the creamier side? This chocolate banana collagen shake tastes so good, you won’t believe it’s actually good for you. Bananas add a ton of creaminess to this shake texture, along with natural sweetness and potassium. Almond butter or whichever type of nut butter you prefer, will provide some fat content that will satisfy your hunger and keep you feeling full longer. This is especially helpful if you are drinking your smoothies as meal replacements. While this smoothie is pretty sweet on its own, adding a date or two will add a little more sweetness if you feel like it needs it.
Cherry Vanilla Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1-2 Scoops HBN Collagen powder
- Fresh or frozen sweet dark cherries
- Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cinnamon
- 1-2 fresh or frozen bananas (for texture and sweetness)
- Coconut milk or water
If you like your healthy smoothies to taste like dessert, make this cherry vanilla collagen smoothie for your post dinner treat. Fresh or frozen sweet dark cherries are bursting with flavor, sweetness, and just a little bit of tartness. They are full of antioxidants and fiber while bananas add texture and sweetness. Add just a little bit of vanilla extract for flavor then top it off with some cinnamon. Besides adding flavor, cinnamon has beneficial health properties like lowering blood sugar.
Citrus Ginger Kick Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1-2 Scoops HBN Collagen powder
- Orange juice
- Fresh or frozen bananas
- Fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
- Grated fresh ginger
- Spinach
- Coconut milk or water
Want to boost your immunity while you boost your collagen levels? This citrus ginger collagen smoothie is packed full of flavor and immune boosting vitamin C. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient needed for collagen production. Some people claim that taking vitamin C with a collagen supplement is necessary for better absorption. However, there is no solid evidence this is true. Regardless, getting more vitamin C in your diet certainly couldn’t hurt.
Collagen Powder Versatility
The great thing about collagen powder supplements is that they can be incorporated into nearly every smoothie or shake recipe you want to try. The tasteless and odorless formula blends in well with just about anything. While adding a scoop of collagen protein to shakes and smoothies is popular, there are plenty of other ways you can include collagen powder into your diet. Check out our blog on what to mix collagen powder with for more ideas. And if you haven’t already, get your container of Hot Bod Nutrition’s Collagen Powder Supplement so you can start experimenting with delicious smoothies of your own.
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