🍹 Lemon Balm & Passionflower Smoothie 🌈 Mood Support
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This smoothie combines lemon balm and passionflower, two powerful herbal allies known for their ability to reduce anxiety, emotional tension, and restlessness. Lemon balm uplifts mood and soothes the nervous system, while passionflower acts as a gentle sedative, helpful in balancing stress. Combined with creamy banana and citrus for brightness, this smoothie is both nourishing and functional. Terpenes & Actives:Lemon balm: Rosmarinic acid (calming, anti-inflammatory)Passionflower: Flavonoids & harmala alkaloids (anxiolytic, sedative)Citrus zest: Limonene (uplifting, anti-stress)Flavor Profile: Light, citrusy, floral, creamy with a hint of green herbaceousness.
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Equipment
- Blender (high-speed or regular)
- Measuring Spoons and cups
- Measuring Spoons and cups
- Cheesecloth or Fine mesh strainer (if using loose dried herbs and steeping tea first)
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup lemon balm leaves (loosely packed) or 2 tbsp dried
- 1 tsp dried passionflower or 1 full dropper (30–40 drops) passionflower glycerite
- ½ cup plain yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or oat milk
- ¼ tsp lemon zest (fresh or dried)
- 1 tbsp honey, agave, or CBD-infused honey (optional)
- ½ cup ice (optional, for thicker texture)
- 1/4 avocado for creaminess and extra nerve support (B vitamins & magnesium) (optional)
Instructions
Infuse herbs (if not using glycerite)
- If using dried lemon balm and passionflower, steep them in 1/3 cup hot water for 10–15 minutes, strain, and chill before blending.
Blend
- In a blender, combine the frozen banana, lemon balm (fresh or steeped tea), passionflower (steeped tea or glycerite), yogurt, milk, lemon zest, sweetener, and ice. Add avocado if using.
Blend until smooth
- About 30–45 seconds, until creamy and uniform.
Serve immediately
- Pour into glasses and enjoy right away for optimal potency and freshness.
Betsy's Infusion Notes:
🌿 Passionflower is a mild sedative. Avoid before driving or operating machinery.
⚠️ Drug Interactions: May interact with antidepressants, sedatives, anti-anxiety meds, or blood pressure medications. Consult a healthcare provider if taking prescriptions.
🍃 Substitute glycerites with teas or tinctures, if preferred, adjusting potency.
❄️ Make it a nighttime treat by replacing banana with steamed then frozen pear for an easier-to-digest option before bed.
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