Probiotic & Immune Boosting Green Smoothie

If there is one thing i've learned over the years as a nutritionist and mum of almost 3, it's that the gut-skin axis is real! Both your gut and your skin have their own unique microbiomes, complex communities of bacteria that help maintain balance and support function. These two systems communicate through your immune, hormonal and nervous systems, which means when your gut is imbalanced (a state called dysbiosis), it can show up on your skin in an uncomfortable way. 

This is why whenever I experience a breakout, I always support my gut microbiome first as I know it helps me feel better overall, and I truly believe it's reflected in my skin.

I always take a “food-first” approach to nutrition. Probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, and miso, plus prebiotic foods like garlic, leeks, onions, and dandelion greens, are amazing for gut health.

See below for my favourite probiotic & vitamin C “Glow” smoothie. I've also included my favourite pregnancy-safe skincare routine right now (links to products).

Probiotic Skin Mylck Cleanser
A gentle, non-stripping cleanser that removes buildup without irritating my skin. The blend of Probiotic Lysates, Aloe Vera and Camellia Leaf Extract leaves my skin feeling soft, hydrated and balanced. 

Probiotic Skin Mylck Moisturiser
This lightweight, silky lotion is perfect for pregnancy. It hydrates without heaviness, supports my skin barrier, and works with my skin, not against it.

I also top with Jojoba oil, which is a similar molecular structure to your sebum, and great for acne-prone skin! 

Serves: 2

Ingredients

1/2 cup Kefir (I use coconut or goats milk)
3/4 cup coconut water
1 kiwi fruit
1.5 tsp spirulina or handful leafy greens 
1 cup frozen mango 
1 passionfruit
1/4 avocado
Handful cucumber 
1 tbsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp almond or cashew butter OR handful macadamias 
2 tbsp collagen peptides (I use @unrefinednutrients)

Method
Blend all ingredients until smooth and serve!