If your digestion has been feeling a little off lately, you’re not alone. Gut health becomes even more important as we enter our 50s and beyond — not just for comfort, but for immunity, mental clarity, and energy too.
One simple, tasty way to support your gut daily? Smoothies!
Especially those filled with natural probiotics, prebiotic fiber, and soothing anti-inflammatory ingredients.
Here are three nourishing blends you can whip up in under 5 minutes:
1. Probiotic Berry Bliss
This creamy smoothie combines berries and Greek yogurt for a delicious boost of good bacteria.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- ½ cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- ½ banana
- Dash of cinnamon
Why it works:
Greek yogurt supplies probiotics, while berries and chia seeds bring prebiotic fiber to feed those healthy gut bugs.
2. Avocado-Kiwi Fiber Fuel
This one’s a green powerhouse for your digestive tract.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water or coconut water
- ½ avocado
- 1 peeled kiwi
- Handful of spinach
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- Juice of ½ lime
Why it works:
Avocado and kiwi are naturally rich in fiber, and flaxseed gives a gentle nudge to keep things moving.
3. Gut Soother with Protein & Greens
A great morning option with probiotics and protein to keep your blood sugar steady.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop LiveGood Complete Protein
- ½ cup kefir (plain)
- ½ frozen banana
- 1 tbsp greens powder
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Why it works:
Kefir delivers a probiotic punch, greens powder provides prebiotics, and protein helps fuel your gut and muscles alike.
🥄 Final Sip: Why Gut Health = Overall Health
Your gut isn’t just about digestion. It’s home to trillions of microbes that influence mood, hormones, and immunity. These smoothie recipes are a simple, daily way to support that inner ecosystem — and feel lighter, clearer, and more energized as a result.
✨ Bonus Tip:
If you’re looking for clean, affordable supplements to support your gut and overall wellness, LiveGood’s Organic Greens and Complete Protein are excellent additions — and they blend beautifully into your smoothies.
