Feeling Nauseous? Hoping you can eat something that doesn’t make you want to throw up?

Like most pregnant women, I too experienced the dreaded first trimester nausea and I know how you feel. It is not the most pleasant feeling.

The good news is pregnancy nausea is short lived. Most women get out of it by the 3rd or 4th month.

Though there are medications to help with morning sickness, I prefer to use home remedies whenever I can and this anti-nausea smoothie was one such remedy.

I had a bad case of nausea during the first couple of months. Spices sent me running away from the room.

The sound of food getting fried in the oil churned my stomach and even the simplest of dishes that I relished on an everyday basis was upsetting on my tummy. Amidst all this I constantly felt hungry.

I was always looking for something to eat that was bland, wouldn’t make me want to throw up and also
be healthy at the same time.

And that’s when I made this Soothing Anti-Nausea smoothie.

With soothing ginger, fiber rich oats and energy boosting bananas, this smoothie is calming on the stomach and healthy at the same time.

Benefits of ginger when pregnant:

Ginger is your best friend when you are pregnant.The plant compounds in ginger is known to help combat the side effects of morning sickness.

Not only is ginger soothing and calming on your tummy, but it is anti-inflammatory and immune boosting as well. It is also known to help with migraines and headaches.

It is a known oldwives remedy for most of the side effects from pregnancy.

Like any medication, you have to be careful with regards to the amount of ginger you consume, as too much of anything can be harmful. Even if it is naturally derived.

So, consult your doctor and discuss how much you can consume every day.

While ginger helped with my symptoms, it might not work for some. So, if ginger makes you run out of the room, please feel free to omit ginger from the recipe.

You might also be wondering how ginger would taste in a smoothie with berries and bananas! While it is an odd combination, the amount of ginger used is really small, so as to not affect the taste of the smoothie significantly. On the other hand, if you are a big fan of ginger, then it shouldn’t bother you at all!

Ingredients & substitutions in this recipe:

Ginger –

Fresh ginger or dry ginger powder. They are both helpful in relieving nausea symptoms. So please use what you have available.

Oatmeal –

Oatmeal gives you much needed fiber and helps you overcome pregnancy constipation. They are also a good source of magnesium. Oatmeal is also known to help with milk production post delivery. If you are using rolled oats or quick cook oats, you can add them directly in the smoothie. But steel cut oats would have to be cooked, before you add them to the smoothie.

Banana –

It is normal to feel like you are exhausted all the time while pregnant. Bananas gives you an energy boost and is very easy on your stomach. They are also a good source of potassium. You can
substitute bananas with any other fruit of your choice. Apples, mangoes, kiwis, pears work well in the recipe.

Berries –

Berries are rich in vitamins and minerals. But since they are high on the dirty dozen list, it is recommended to get organic berries whenever possible. Use any combination of berries or just a single
type of berry. Either way they taste delicious.

Avocado –

A good source of healthy fat. They are rich in folate which is essential for the growth of your baby. You can also use whole fat Greek yogurt/ almond yogurt or soy yogurt instead of avocados.

Nut butter –

Nut butters like peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter and even Tahini are again a good source of healthy fat. Not only do they contain healthy fats, but they are also a good source of
protein, important vitamins and minerals. They also make this smoothie creamy, nutty and delicious.

You can substitute nut butters with whole nuts like almonds, cashews, walnuts, pistachio etc. A handful of nuts would be a good substitute. Allergic to nuts? Just leave them out and proceed with the recipe.

Milk –

Every pregnant woman needs a good intake of calcium for the growth of her baby and for herself to carry the tiny human inside. Milk provides you with the much-required calcium. Like milk, yogurt is also a great source of calcium for a pregnant woman. If dairy is upsetting on your tummy, you can use almond milk, coconut milk or any milk of your choice.

Extra Add-ins for this Anti-Nausea smoothie

Dates – If you like your smoothie on the sweeter side, a handful of dates can be a great natural sweetener. Agave, maple syrup or coconut sugar works well too.
Protein powders – You can always add some protein powder in your smoothie to give it a protein boost.
Chia seeds– Chia seeds are rich in fiber, calcium and a good source of omega-3. A tbsp of chia seed can be a great add on in this recipe.

Why should you have this Anti-Nausea Smoothie?

You should have this anti-Nausea smoothie because it is

• Filling
• Calming on your tummy
• Energy boosting
• Rich in protein
• Good source of fiber
• Has healthy fats
• Creamy, thick and Delicious
• Simple to make
• Perfect any time of the day


RECIPE

• 1 cup organic mixed berries of your choice (strawberries, blueberry, raspberry, blackberry)
• 1 banana
• ½ avocado
• 11/2 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond butter, cashew butter)
• ¼ cup organic oats
• 1/4th inch ginger cut in small pieces / ½ tsp ginger powder
• 11/2 cups almond milk (or milk of your choice)

Method:

Remove the pit from the avocados.
Remove the skin of the ginger and cut them in small pieces.
Wash and prep the berries.
Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

Notes:

Can add extra milk/ water as needed to make the smoothie to the consistency you prefer.
If any of the ingredients in this smoothie have a tendency to make you nauseous, then please omit that
ingredient from the recipe.
Enjoy the smoothie cold or at room temperature.

Berry + Ginger Pregnancy Anti-nausea Smoothie

Berry + Ginger Pregnancy Anti-nausea Smoothie

Yield: 2 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup organic mixed berries of your choice (strawberries, blueberry, raspberry, blackberry)
  • 1 banana
  • ½ avocado
  • 11/2 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond butter, cashew butter)
  • ¼ cup organic oats
  • 1/4th inch ginger cut in small pieces / ½ tsp ginger powder
  • 11/2 cups almond milk (or milk of your choice)

Instructions

  1. Remove the pit from the avocados.
  2. Remove the skin of the ginger and cut them in small pieces.
  3. Wash and prep the berries.
  4. Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

Notes

Can add extra milk/ water as needed to make the smoothie to the consistency you prefer.

If any of the ingredients in this smoothie have a tendency to make you nauseous, then please omit that ingredient from the recipe.

Enjoy the smoothie cold or at room temperature.

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