This delicious drink was inspired by Bulletproof coffee, created by Dave Asprey. I love Bulletproof coffee, but for women, over 35, who are juggling busy lives and dealing with perimenopause (which can start 7-12 years before menopause actually happens) or menopause (1 year after your last period), caffeine is an addictive stimulant that can disrupt our beauty sleep, increase belly fat, and cause premature aging. While caffeine has rich anti-oxidant properties, there is also evidence suggesting that caffeine may have a negative effect on weight loss by elevating our cortisol levels. A study conducted in 2013, indicated that the chlorogenic acid in coffee could prevent weight loss and even lead to insulin resistance. I wanted to have a morning drink that had the benefits of Bulletproof coffee along with other beauty and anti-aging ingredients. The Practical Beautiful Life (PBL) Beauty Elixir is what was created. I drink this every morning. 16 ounces keeps me feeling satisfied and energized.
This daily elixir base is Yogi Detox tea, which contains Indian Sarsaparilla Root for detoxification, ginger root for digestion and joint health, licorice root for skin
health and burdock root for liver function. If it doesn’t suit you, try any caffeine-free tea as a base. Collagen is added to support more beautiful skin, hair, and nails and healthy joints. Fiber, a prebiotic, is added to support gut health and keep hormones in check. Cinnamon is included to control blood sugar and reduce inflammation. Grass-fed butter (or ghee) and Bulletproof Brain Octane are brain boosting sources of fuel that also keep you feeling satiated, reduce cravings and get your body burning fat. Maca powder, a Peruvian Superfood is an effective adaptogen that is a source of good clean energy, balances hormones, and increases strength and endurance.
FOR COFFEE DRINKERS – During the Practical Beautiful Life Detox, eliminating coffee helps you reset your system and, improve your sleep quality. After the 21 day detox, you can consider gradually reintroducing coffee, but if you are over 40 and having a difficult time maintaining your weight, consider avoiding coffee on a regular basis. If you must reintroduce it, my recommendation is to limit it to 1 cup per day and use a single source, organic bean, Bulletproof style, to avoid mold toxins. If you feel addicted to coffee, read this article about eliminating your addiction.
Ingredients:
1 Scoop Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides
1 Scoop of Vital Protein Unflavored Beef Gelatin
1 Scoop Fiber (Prebiotic)
1 TB Grass Fed Butter (or ghee)
1ts – 1T of Bulletproof Brain Octane (Start at the lower amount and increase based on your stomach’s tolerance. Too much too fast can cause loose stools. That’s never sexy.)
Cinnamon (to taste – est ½ – 1 tsp)
Optional:
1 TB maca powder. This is a clean energy source AND an adaptogenic herb for balancing our internal systems including hormones and adrenals. If you are concerned that this is a stimulant, start with 1 1/2 teaspoons to see how you react.
for those who need some sweetening try Lakanto Monk fruit sweetener, to taste or Swerve Ultimate Sugar Replacement
Directions
Brew 16 oz of tea
Place tea and all ingredients in a blender.
Blend for 60 seconds.
Enjoy the frothy goodness while you take a few minutes to breathe, set a tone for your day and remember you are a badass who deserves joy, love, and abundance in all things. There is no reason to gulp down this tea. I drink mine slowly over the course of a few hours.
The Practical Beautiful Life Detox and Lifestyle Protocol doesn’t focus on calories. Focus instead is placed on nutrition that heals the gut microbiome, reduces inflammation, balances hormones, and teaches your body to use fat, instead of carbohydrates, for fuel.
Healthy fats and vegetables are the nutritional foundations of the Detox and Protocol designed to help you look and feel your best. There is no shelf life on being beautiful, sexy & vibrant. For women over 35, Practical Beautiful Life is designed for you.
