If your stomach has been feeling a little off, this is the smoothie to reach for. Papaya carries papain, a natural enzyme that helps break down protein and eases the load on your digestive system, and we're backing it up with fresh ginger to calm things further and a scoop of yogurt for some live cultures. Blend it, drink it, and you're done.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh papaya, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add ice for a thicker, colder consistency.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 190 |
| Total fat | 4g |
| Total carbohydrates | 32g |
| Dietary fiber | 3g |
| Protein | 8g |
| Sodium | 95mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Papaya contains papain, a digestive enzyme that helps break down proteins and can ease bloating and sluggish digestion. Plain yogurt supplies live bacterial cultures like Lactobacillus that support a healthy gut microbiome, while ginger contains gingerol, a compound shown to calm digestive irritation and speed gastric emptying.
Five minutes with a blender, and your digestive system gets a break. Keep the ginger going with Soothing Ginger Peach Tea or try our Sneaky Spinach Green Smoothie.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
