DAY 19 – Chocolate Mood Lift

1️⃣ Recipe Name:

Chocolate Mood Lift Smoothie

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2️⃣ Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• ½ frozen banana
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat milk)
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• Ice cubes (optional)

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3️⃣ Blend Instructions:

1. Add almond milk, cocoa, almond butter, banana, honey, and cinnamon to blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
4. Pour into a glass and enjoy this rich, chocolatey smoothie that satisfies cravings without the sugar crash.

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4️⃣ Nutrition Snapshot:

• Calories: ~210
• Natural Sugar: ~9 g
• Key Nutrients:
  • Theobromine (cocoa) – boosts mood and focus naturally
  • Healthy fats (almond butter) – support hormones and satiety
  • Magnesium (cocoa, almonds) – eases stress and muscle tension
  • Potassium (banana) – maintains hydration and nerve balance
• Fiber: ~4 g

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5️⃣ Health Focus Tag:

🍫 Mood Boost & Stress Relief

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6️⃣ Meal Replacement Suggestion:

🥤 Replace your early dinner (before 6 p.m.) with this smoothie for a relaxing, satisfying finish to your day that nourishes your body and uplifts your mood.