Reduce Inflammation with Vitamin C
Video by Dr. Jake Goodman
As Chiropractor’s in East Dallas, we teach our patients that reducing inflammation is a key factor in reducing pain. That’s why we are always sharing recipes with ingredients that help keep you healthy and reduce inflammation. This Vitamin C Immunity Smoothie is a powerhouse blend designed to support immune health, skin vitality, and energy metabolism. Fresh oranges and orange juice provide a double dose of vitamin C, a key nutrient shown to reduce the duration of colds and enhance collagen production. Frozen cherries add anthocyanins, compounds with anti-inflammatory properties, while carrots supply beta-carotene to strengthen antioxidant defenses. Plain yogurt delivers probiotics for gut health, and honey adds natural sweetness along with antibacterial properties. Blended with ice, this smoothie is both refreshing and functional—ideal for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or an afternoon energy lift.
Ingredients
- 2 oranges, peeled
- ½ cup frozen cherries
- ¼ cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 cup ice
Directions
- Add oranges, cherries, and carrots to a blender.
- Pour in orange juice and yogurt.
- Add honey and ice.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately for maximum vitamin potency.
One serving provides over 150% of your daily vitamin C needs, supporting both immune resilience and cellular repair. The combination of antioxidants and probiotics makes this recipe a holistic approach to daily wellness.
“Two medium oranges contain nearly 140% of your daily vitamin C needs.”
“Cherries are rich in anthocyanins, compounds linked to reduced inflammation and muscle soreness.”
Reference: Carr AC & Maggini S. (2017). Vitamin C and immune function. Nutrients, 9(11), 1211.
Our Message
We love to help our patients in East Dallas stay healthy. We are here to relieve back pain, neck pain and headaches while also teaching about how our diet and stress effects our over all health. By improving these areas of our lives we can become healthier, stay out of pain and reduce risk of diseases. Our Chiropractors located in Lakewood, near the corner of Mockingbird Ln. and Abrams Rd., want to help you stay healthy and out of pain!
