While Ayurveda traditionally focuses on whole foods and cooked meals, you can create Ayurvedic-inspired smoothies that align with Ayurvedic principles by choosing ingredients that balance your dosha (constitution) and digestive state.

But first, let’s look at some Ayurvedic principles you can incorporate into your go-to on-the-go smoothie snacks.

Basic Guidelines for Ayurvedic Smoothies:

Go for Fresh and Seasonal

Use fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables to align with nature’s cycles and support your body’s needs.

Include Digestive Spices

Incorporate Ayurvedic spices like ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and turmeric, which aid digestion and add flavor to your favourite smoothie blends.

Balanced Doshas

Adjust the ingredients you choose based on your dosha. For example, Pitta types can opt for cooling ingredients, while Vata types may benefit from grounding, warming ingredients.

Cooked and Warming

 Whenever possible, lightly cook fruits or vegetables to aid digestion. Use warm or room temperature ingredients to avoid overwhelming your digestive fire (agni).

Remember the Proteins!

Consider adding sources of plant-based protein, such as nut butter, chia seeds, or yogurt, to maintain energy levels and balance.