Coconut milk is full of lactic acid and provides you with a source of good fat. It also contains anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties.
Coffee may get a bad rep because of the caffeine it also has antioxidants.
Water kefir or kombucha while different from each other in their make up, both are full of probiotics, adding good bacteria to your gut.They have a detoxing effect and have been known to prevent cancer and liver disease among other things.
Raw honey contains anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. It can balance sugar levels, strenghten the immune system and promote digestive health.
Cocoa powder contain anti-oxidants and can improve blood flow.
Peppermint contain many minerals and vitamins. It energizes the immune system, improves blood circulation, eases headsches and has a cooling effect on the body.
Avoiding coffee? Use black tea instead. To learn more about the coffee read The Nourishing Gourmet’s Should We Drink Coffee?
Power House Peppermint Mocha Frappe
1 tsp peppermint extractAdd everything to a blender. Blend until smooth. This makes two large or four small frappuccinos.
This post is part of Teach Me Tuesday, Hearth and Soul, Simple Lives Thursday, Pennywise Platter Thursday,
Elsa
This looks yummy! I featured it on Hearth and Soul. 🙂
Katie
Thank you Elsa!
Lois from Peach Depot.com
Thanks for sharing this recipe!
I love coffee, and when I read your sentence about coffee containing antioxidants, I was happy:)
Great blog too!!
Lois from Peach Depot.com
Katie
Thanks Lois, I don’t drink coffee all the time but sometime a girl needs her coffee. 🙂
Joanna
I’m guessing you used unflavored water kefir/kombucha? I’m so curious about how including those would affect the flavor! I might just have to try this…
Katie
Yes, I use unflavored. If I was to use flavored I would leave out the peppermint. Raspberry water kefir/kombucha might taste good. Hum, that gives me a an idea…. 🙂
mjskit
Talk about a refreshing and tasty pick-me-up! This looks delicious and perfect for our hot weather!!!
Katie
It is! I’m making it again today!