Stress-Reducing Spinach & Avocado Smoothie

Avocado is an unconventional smoothie ingredient, but it's what gives this one its unusually thick, almost milkshake-like body — no ice cream required.

Spinach and avocado together bring a good dose of magnesium and healthy fats, both nutrients that come up often in conversations about stress support and mood-friendly eating. Banana adds natural sweetness, and a dash of cinnamon lends a little warmth without needing any added sugar.

Blend it slowly at first to break down the spinach, then speed up until everything is silky and smooth. A frozen banana blended in instead of ice cubes gives the smoothie a thicker, milkshake-like texture without watering down the flavor, and it's an easy way to use up spotty bananas before they go to waste.