Start your day with pumpkin pie, but skip the sugar crash. Now you can!
My Pumpkin Pie Fab Four Smoothie hits the spot when you’re craving that seasonal pumpkin spice flavor, but it’s more nourishing than any pumpkin product you could order in a store.
Most of the pumpkin spice lattes, quick breads, or muffins you can find are loaded with tons of added sugar. Sure, they offer a really festive and nostalgic flavor. But they’ll spike your blood sugar and leave you crashing. Practically speaking, this means you’ll feel hangry, moody, tired and craving a snack an hour after that latte.
I’m all about satisfying cravings, enjoying the flavors you love, but also honoring your body with your food choices. That’s why I came up with the Fab Four – my loosely structured formula to ensure blood sugar balance while still eating what you want. Just ensure your meals have optimal protein, fat, fiber and greens!
I love pumpkin spice as much as the next girl. Let’s take a look at how I indulge in the seasonal spice flavor using the Fab Four to keep blood sugar balanced. My Pumpkin Pie Fab Four Smoothie hits the marks:
- Protein - Be Well by Kelly vanilla protein powder
- Fat - almond butter
- Fiber - flax meal, pumpkin purée
- “Greens” - frozen cauliflower
If you’re looking for more of the seasonal pumpkin goodness in body loving recipes that balance blood sugar and help you feel your best, check out some of my favorites:
- Vegan Pumpkin Pie Bites
- Refined Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding Parfait
- No Bake, Sugar Free Homemade Pumpkin Pie
- Sage, Thyme and Rosemary Pumpkin Soup
- Protein-Packed Pumpkin Spice Muffins
- Curry Coconut Pumpkin Soup
- Creamy Pumpkin Soup
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