When glowy Kora Organics skincare founder and model Miranda Kerr shares her morning routine, we listen. Miranda starts her day with warm water with lemon to enhance cleansing and boost her immunity. And she loves a hydrating smoothie for breakfast. Recently, she shared her two favorite smoothie secret weapons: chaga and banana. 

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Why add these two to your next smoothie?

Chaga is a highly medicinal mushroom that has been used for centuries to help boost immune health. In addition, it has been shown to fight inflammation in the body, help lower blood sugar levels, and may also lower harmful cholesterol levels. 

Bananas are a wholefood-way to add a little sweetness and creamy texture to your smoothie (we love freezing them first!) They're also rich in fiber (resistant starch which is great for gut health) and antioxidants. 

Miranda's Superfood Green Smoothie

She's also shared her favorite superfood-packed green smoothie recipe which is absolutely delicious and so hydrating. Give it a try!

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INGREDIENTS:

Water from a young fresh coconut (or half a glass of coconut water)

1/2 a glass goat’s or almond milk

1 tablespoon acai powder

1 tablespoon goji berries

1 tablespoon spirulina

1 tablespoon raw cacao powder

1 tablespoon maca powder

1 tablespoon chia seeds

1 tablespoon plant protein powder

1 tablespoon coconut oil

HOW TO:

Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend slowly, building to high until creamy.

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These are the dreamiest pancakes. Light, fluffy and filled with nourishing protein, healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants. They're the perfect start to your day to get your metabolism revving and to keep you full until lunch—no blood sugar crashes here! Top with our Easy Glow Chocolate Syrup and you just found your family's new favorite breakfast.

Nourishing Beauty Pancakes

gluten free + dairy free + sugar free option

Yield: 10-12 pancakes

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup almond flour

2 scoops beauty protein

2-4 tablespoons of granulated coconut sugar, stevia, or monkfruit (to taste)

2 teaspoons baking powder

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)

Sprinkle of nutmeg (optional)

1/4 teaspoon salt

5 eggs

1/4 cup avocado oil

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla nut milk

HOW TO:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk all dry ingredients together until combined.

Add in eggs, oil, vanilla and nut milk and whisk until smooth. 

Let batter rest for about three minutes, allowing it to thicken.

Heat a skillet over medium-low heat (spray/oil as needed.)

Using a large spoon, scoop mixture into skillet.

Cook for 2-3 minutes, and then flip and cook for another two minutes.

Repeat with the rest of the batter.

Enjoy with your favorite toppings: our easy chocolate sauce (recipe below!) or maple syrup, honey, almond butter, chopped nuts, bananas, berries, etc.

Easy-Glow Chocolate Syrup

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 cup maple syrup

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

HOW TO:

Whisk vigorously until combined. Top pancakes, waffles, or add a scoop to smoothies.

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Ever Wonder What Models Eat?

We tried model Kate Bock's protein-packed banana pancakes and they were simple, quick, and delicious—we highly recommend giving them a try. The best part? You only need four ingredients that you likely already have on hand: banana, egg, cinnamon and vanilla extract.

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Her Favorite Topping

Just top with a little Abby's Better nut butter, which Kate and fiancée pro basketball player Kevin Love were such big fans of they recently invested! 

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Balanced Breakfast at Home

Follow along on Kate's Instagram to see more of what she eats in a day. We love her balanced and simple approach, including her love of healthy fats and high-quality protein. Most days, she starts with a protein-rich breakfast of eggs and avocado. 

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Fuss-Free Weekday Lunches

She also has a delicious recipe for crunchy chickpeas that help elevate any salad. And we love her tips for keeping a stocked refrigerator for quick, fuss-free weekday lunches.

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Healthy + Convenient Snacks

One of her favorite on-the-go healthy snacks is also one of ours, Skinny Dipped almonds!

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When prepping for a movie role, Margot Robbie keeps it clean and simple. For breakfast she'll pair a bowl of oats with an immune-boosting berry and kale apple smoothie. 

In her honor, we've created a balanced Berry and Kale Apple smoothie. We've added satisfying protein so you can try it as a standalone, or opt to leave it out and pair it with a balanced bowl of oats. 

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Margot Robbie-inspired Red-Carpet-Ready Smoothie

1/2 cup filtered water
1/2 cup apple juice
1 scoop vanilla organic protein
1/2 - 1 cup chopped kale
1/2 frozen banana
1/2 cup frozen blueberries

Optional: 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

Blend above ingredients in a high-speed blender and add ice or additional liquid as needed.

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Margot's Wellness Philosophy

We love Margot's balanced approach to wellness. She opts for healthier options most of the time, but will indulge when dining out. Her go-to? A burger and fries. She also tends to avoid the gym, favoring outdoor activities like playing tennis with friends, or group classes like Pilates. She knows that finding activities you love is the simplest way to make a habit stick. She also prioritizes beauty sleep, an underrated wellness MVP in our playbook.

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Oatmeal has long been the staple of a healthy diet. But new research has shown that eating even whole, healthy grains on their own can send your blood sugar into a spike. What goes up must come down, and when your blood sugar crashes it can leave you feeling hungry just an hour or two later. The answer? Add some healthy protein and/or fats. Here are three of our favorite ways to add nutrition and satiety to your morning bowl of oats.

#1: Add High Quality Plant Protein Powder

Stir in 1/2 to one scoop of your favorite USDA Certified Organic Vanilla or Chocolate protein powder to amp up the nutrition. You may need to add a little extra liquid to do so.

#2: Add Chia Pudding

By soaking chia seeds in your favorite nut-based milk overnight, you create chia pudding. Adding it to your oats can create satisfying texture and also help you fuller, longer with its healthy fats and fiber. 

Basic Chia Pudding:

Whisk 3/4 cup chia seeds into 3 cups of unsweetened vanilla nut milk with 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup, honey, or monkfruit to taste. Let sit for several hours or overnight in the fridge. 

#3: Add Nuts, Seeds or Nut Butter

Adding a handful of nuts or seeds or a scoop of nut or seed butter is an easy way to add creamy or crunchy texture and healthy fats. This will also help keep your blood sugar steady and keep you satiated until lunch.

As with her style, Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle keeps her morning smoothie simple and elegant. She does, however, also manage to squeeze in four of our favorite all-star ingredients.

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She shared her recipe with The Chalkboard Mag in an interview in which she also shared her supplement routine: magnesium, B12, a multi-vitamin and a cortisol manager before bed. 

Meghan's Smoothie Superfoods:

Coconut Water is a favorite de-bloater of ours and is highly hydrating. 

Frozen Blueberries are a skin superfood. They're antioxidant Vitamin-C packed, which fights against premature aging and helps your body naturally build collagen. Blueberries are also rich in gut-friendly fiber. 

Chia Seeds are loaded with fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. 

Cinnamon is anti-inflammatory and can help regulate blood sugar. 

How to Make Meghan's Smoothie: 

Blend the following ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth.

1/2 cup Chilled Water

1/2 cup Coconut Water 

1/2 Cup Frozen Blueberries

1 Tbsp Chia Seeds

1 tsp Cinnamon 

1 scoop organic vanilla protein powder

Optional: 1 teaspoon honey

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Meghan's Balanced Diet:

In general, Meghan tries to eat vegan during the week so she has a little bit more flexibility on the weekends, according to an interview with Best Health. Her self-proclaimed "kryptonite?" French fries. And she also loves pasta. She'll enjoy the occasional glass of wine, and we love her philosophy of ignoring fad diets and truly learning what works best for your own body. 

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When you're looking for something a little more adventurous, try one of these fun and unique smoothie recipe combos.

#1: Pepita Blueberry Tahini Smoothie (goop)

#2: Gut-Friendly Berry Smoothie (Well + Good)

#3: Strawberry Peanut Butter Milkshake (Green Kitchen Stories)

#4: Ginger Peach Smoothie (mindbodygreen)

#5: Superfoods Green Lemonade Smoothie (Minimalist Baker)

#6: The Merman Smoothie (goop)

#7: Beet & Pomegranate Glow Smoothie (Foodess)

#8: Mint Chocolate Smoothie (mindbodygreen)

#9: Creamy Cold Brew Coffee Smoothie (Minimalist Baker)

#10: Salted Caramel Smoothie (Love Food Nourish)

Yes, healthy and blood-sugar stabilizing muffins do exist! These lightly-sweet muffins are a great way to start the morning with protein, fiber and healthy fats—and they make a great travel companion too. 

Chocolate Chip Beauty Protein Muffins

gluten free + dairy free

Yield: 10-12 muffins

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup almond flour

1/4 cup coconut flour

2 scoops beauty protein

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

2 eggs

2/3 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup honey or maple syrup (option to use monkfruit maple syrup)

1/4 cup natural almond, cashew, sunflower, or peanut butter

1/2 cup non-dairy chocolate chips

HOW TO:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees grease a muffin tin.

In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients together.

In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients together until creamy.

Slowly mix wet ingredients into dry.

Fold in chocolate chips.

Scoop into muffin tin, filling 10-12 of the cups.

Bake for 18-22 minutes or until center comes out clean with a toothpick.

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Granola is infamous for being one those "healthy" foods that actually has the nutrition stats of a candy bar or sugary cereal. But luckily it doesn't have to be black-listed with these delicious and grain-free options.

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Purely Elizabeth Grain Free Granola in Cinnamon Peanut Butter

Julian Bakery ProGranola in Vanilla Cinnamon Cluster

Julie's Real Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Grain-Free Granola

Cave Man Grain Free Granola in Almond Butter Crunch

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Paleo & Sugar Free Granola Recipe from Wholesome Yum

Grain-Free Granola from goop

Maintaining normal blood sugar levels is an important part of avoiding chronic health issues, managing weight and feeling your best. One of the simplest ways to do so is by focusing on eating a balanced, low glycemic diet. As a result of this, traditional pancakes (loaded with white flour and sugar) aren't a great everyday option. 

But you're in luck, because we've rounded up several of our favorite blood-sugar-friendly pancake mixes. Most are gluten free, keto-friendly, and low sugar.

Lakanto Pancake & Baking Mix 

Birch Benders Keto Pancake & Waffle Mix

Wholesome Yum Keto Pancake Mix

High Key Keto Pancake Mix

Good Dee’s Blueberry Pancake Mix

HOW TO MAKE PROTEIN PANCAKES

We also love using added protein for an extra boost of lasting energy. 

Serves: 2 

INGREDIENTS
1 scoop organic beauty protein
2 eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
1/4 cup above pancake mix
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
sprinkle of nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla
Optional: 1-2 tablespoons granulated Stevia or Monkfruit sweetener
Optional: 1/4 cup frozen or fresh blueberries

HOW TO:
Heat a non-stick skillet to medium low.
Mix all dry ingredients and then add wet ingredients and whisk.
Add more almond milk if too try, but you want it to be pretty thick.
Scoop into skillet.
Let cook a few minutes, until bubbles appear.
Flip and cook until done.