🌿 Pineberry Power: A Midday Smoothie to Recharge Your Soul & Body 🌸

Hey, beautiful souls! ✨

Afternoons hit different, don’t they? Whether you’re working from home, juggling littles, managing chronic fatigue, or just trying to stay afloat in the wild ocean of adulthood—it’s that mid-day slump that can really sneak up on you.

That’s when I turn to my new favorite pick-me-up: the Pineberry Power Smoothie. 🍓💪💜

This isn’t just any smoothie. It’s a nutrient-rich, soul-nourishing blend of pineberries (think strawberries with a tropical twist), banana, spinach, creamy Greek yogurt, and an açaí smoothie pack to bring that antioxidant oomph. Add a little protein, some oat milk, and chia seeds—and you’ve got a powerhouse lunch that feels like a treat and a recharge.

It’s perfect for lunch or an afternoon pick-me-up when coffee just isn’t cutting it—but honestly? It also makes a magical breakfast option when you’re easing into your day and want something that fuels you without weighing you down.

🌸 When I sip this smoothie, I feel:

• More centered 🌱
• Calm but energized ⚡
• Like I carved out a sacred little moment for myself ✨

And let’s be real: for those of us navigating chronic pain, ADHD, healing journeys, or just the day-to-day rollercoaster—meals like this are a small but mighty way to show ourselves love.

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🍓 Pineberry Power Smoothie Recipe Card

Servings: 1–2 | Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 10 pineberries [ cut the tops off while prepping]
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup oat milk
• 1 açaí smoothie pack (frozen and slightly thawed)
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions:

1. Add oat milk and Greek yogurt to your blender first.
2. Toss in banana, pineberries, spinach, and the açaí pack. [ if the açaí pack is frozen run it under hot water to thaw it out some before adding to your blender ]
3. Sprinkle in chia seeds, protein powder, and honey.
4. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
5. Pour, sip, and feel the energy return like a warm hug from the inside out.

Optional: Top with granola or a few extra pineberries if you’re feelin’ fancy ✨

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Let me know if it helps you power through your afternoon or brightens up your morning! Share your blend, tag @Luna.Ancestry, or drop a comment and tell me if you enjoyed it. 💕

You’re allowed to rest. You’re allowed to recharge. In the fast-paced world we live in, where expectations often feel overwhelming, taking a moment for yourself can seem like a luxury. But remember, self-care is not selfish; it’s essential for your well-being. Allowing yourself this time is not only a necessity but a gift that acknowledges your worth. You’re absolutely worth the extra love and attention, because when you nurture yourself, you enhance your capacity to care for others. Embrace this right to pause and rejuvenate, knowing that you are deserving of all the kindness you can give yourself.

Much love and many blessings,

Mrs. B