Spinach and Kale Green Smoothie

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I'm really getting into green smoothies at the moment, and its something myself and my kids are loving and will definitely continue. Its a great way to get more veggies into your kids! Green smoothies are a delicious and quick way to download a massive amount of raw nutrients into your body every day. It's a good idea to combine healthy fats with your raw greens, as it helps your body to assimilate the nutrients. Here is a combination I love:  
Ingredients
Baby spinach and kale - handful Coconut Yoghurt 2 Tablespoons Coconut Milk 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds 2 Tablespoons Flaxseed Oil 1 Tablespoon Frozen Banana 1 - (freeze peeled and in pieces) Cold water to your preferred consistency Pop in your blender and blitz until smooth and creamy. Yum :)  

Nourishing Hot Chocolate

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    Preparation: 2 minutes Cooking: 3 minutes Servings: 2   There is something special and a little magical about sitting around a fire with loved ones, holding a warm drink in your cold hands on a winter’s evening. This divine hot chocolate feels warm and comforting, the inviting aroma of vanilla, cinnamon, and chocolate filling your senses and nourishing your soul.   Brain Food Note Raw cacao is rich in magnesium and acts as a relaxant in the body, aiding sleep. The good fats found in nut milk and coconut oil help to stabilise blood sugar throughout the night and prevent anxiety-induced insomnia. 2 cups almond or coconut milk 2 tablespoons cacao powder 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon raw honey 1 teaspoon coconut oil pinch of sea salt 2 squares 70 to 80 per cent dark chocolate (optional)   Place almond or coconut milk, cacao powder, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, honey, coconut oil, and salt in a small saucepan on low heat. Stir to combine. Continue to stir as you heat gently. Once the chocolate milk is hot, remove from heat and pour into two mugs. Grate the dark chocolate over the milk or alternatively, place one square of dark chocolate in each mug and either stir to combine or let the chocolate slowly melt as you drink.