This low fodmap acai bowl for IBS and weight loss is filled with powerful anti-oxidants from acai powder and blueberries to fight inflammation and reduce insulin resistance. If you are on the low fodmap diet for irritable bowel syndrome you will love this gut friendly low fodmap smoothie bowl.
It only takes 5 minutes to whip up this acai smoothie bowl with banana, blueberries, almond milk, acai powder, and collagen powder. I sprinkled the low fodmap smoothie bowl with a touch of low fodmap granola and fresh blueberries as I love a little texture and crunch in my acai bowl recipe with acai powder.
The banana blueberry smoothie bowl with acai powder is made with low fodmap ingredients, is gluten free, dairy free and refined sugar free. It is a great breakfast or afternoon snack packed with antioxidants that are beneficial for fatty liver. There is a connection between fatty liver and IBS that most people are unaware of.
According to Cronometer this low fodmap acai bowl contains:
- 279 calories
- 13 grams of protein
- 42 grams of carbohydrates
- 5 grams of fat
The low calorie smoothie bowl is great for IBS, weight loss and fatty liver. A low calorie diet is one of the best ways to lose weight and reverse fatty liver, especially when the foods consumed are rich in anti-oxidants such as blueberries and acai powder. A low fat diet is full of fruit, vegetables and lots of plant foods is what the authors of Mastering Diabetes use to help people reveres insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
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Is Acai Low Fodmap?
Acai berries are a low fodmap berry with potent anti-oxidant properties. The Monash University tested acai powder, and 1 tbsp of acai powder was found to be low fodmap.
Are Blueberries Low Fodmap?
According to the Monash Fodmap app, 1 cup of blueberries is low fodmap and remains low fodmap in a serving size of up to 500 grams. Thus, blueberries are a fantastic antioxidant-rich fruit to combine with acai powder to make a low fodmap acai bowl.
Are Bananas Low Fodmap?
One medium-firm banana is low in fodmaps, but if you are sensitive to fructan fodmaps, be mindful of the size of the banana you use. A large firm banana contains moderate amounts of fructan fodmaps. Be sure to use a firm banana that is not overripe, as one medium-ripe banana is high in fructan fodmaps. Using unripe bananas is best to make a low-fodmap smoothie bowl.
These days, acai bowls are all the rage, yet they can cost a pretty penny. You can make a delicious acai bowl for weight loss and gut health at home for a fraction of the cost.
I love making this super easy homemade acai smoothie bowl. Combining blueberries and acai powder creates a beautiful purple smoothie bowl full of liver cleansing phytonutrients.
I added 2 scoops of Organika collagen powder, which is excellent for gut health and glowing skin. Collagen powder is low in fodmap and a great source of easily absorbed amino acids.
Many people with gut problems and IBS have low stomach acid and difficulty digesting and absorbing protein, especially animal protein. Collagen powders in smoothie bowls are an easy way to get high-quality amino acids into your body.
This low-fodmap acai bowl uses one medium, slightly underripe banana to provide natural sweetness and perfect creaminess!
This acai bowl for weight loss is fantastic for insulin resistance as it is low in saturated fats. Fruit is often labeled as bad for weight and insulin resistance due to the natural sugars found in fruit. But the truth is saturated fats are a primary cause of insulin resistance. Inflammation is another underlying cause of insulin resistance and weight gain.
Blueberries are one of the highest fruits in anti-oxidants and are phenomenal for weight loss and insulin resistance.
Acai berries can be hard to come by, so I make my acai smoothie bowl with acai powder, which is easy to use and store. I keep all my superfoods, nuts, seeds, and grains in mason jars, as I’m not too fond of plastic for many reasons. Using glass jars for storage is great for keeping your cupboards and kitchen organized and giving you easy access to the best superfoods.
I have limited space in my kitchen, so I store whole foods in glass jars on my kitchen counter. My friends always comment on how it looks like a well-organized health food store. Something about seeing what I have in my jars reminds me to use the superfoods I buy, like acai powder.
Low Fodmap Acai Bowl Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 2 scoops Organika collagen powder (10 grams collagen protein)
- 1 tbsp açaí powder
How to Make a Low Fodmap Acai Bowl:
- Place the frozen blueberries, frozen banana, almond milk, collagen powder, and açaí powder into a blender.
- Blend on low while pushing down with a tamper until it combines well. Slowly increase the blender speed to high and continue to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the acai smoothie into a bowl.
- Optional: Top with low-fodmap toppings such as this low-fodmap granola, fresh blueberries, or any additional low-fodmap fruits.
Tips and Substitutions
- You will need a high-speed blender like the Vitamix or something comparable to make this low fodmap acai bowl. A good quality high-speed blender is crucial for making a thick and creamy acai smoothie bowl in minutes.
- Using frozen banana and blueberries yields a thick smoothie bowl. You can use a fresh banana combined with frozen blueberries for easier blending and a thinner consistency. I have made the smoothie bowl both ways and prefer the consistency of frozen banana and blueberries. If you use fresh banana, try adding less almond milk, and if you use frozen banana you may need a touch more almond milk to help with blending, depending on the type of blender you have.
- Add a touch of maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter smoothie bowl. I found the natural sweetness from blueberries and banana to be perfect, but maple syrup is a fantastic low fodmap sweetener that can be added for additional sweetness.
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Low Fodmap Acai Bowl for IBS
Equipment
- High speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 medium frozen banana (not over ripe)
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 tbsp acai powder
- ¼ cup almond milk
- 2 scoops Organika collagen powder (10 g)
Instructions
- measure all ingredients into a high speed blender and blend.
Notes
You may also like this low fodmap blueberry smoothie
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