“Orange Creamsicle” High Protein Smoothie (30–40 g protein)

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (other milks are OK)
• ¾ cup frozen mango or orange segments (or ½ cup OJ + ice)
• 1 scoop vegan protein powder (20–25 g protein)
• 1 scoop collagen peptides (15 g)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Optional for GI support: 1 Tbsp ground flax or chia;  ½ tsp cinnamon or a pinch of ginger

Instructions

1. Blend all ingredients together until creamy.

Why We Love This Recipe

• Great post-lifting or any meal.
• Protein: ~30–40 g (varies with milk/protein used)
• Vitamin C: fruit/juice gives ~60–120 mg (add 250 mg vitamin C powder if you want to standardize)

This recipe is a Dr. Susan Clinton favorite!

These delicious, protein- and collagen-packed recipes are favorites of Dr. Susan Clinton, PT, DScPT, OCS, WCS, COMT, FAAOMPT, WHC, NBC-HWC, who is our October Ask the Experts featured speaker! With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Clinton is an award-winning physical therapist, educator, and mentor specializing in pelvic health, women’s wellness, and integrative physiotherapy. She empowers both clients and practitioners to transcend limitations and achieve lasting transformation.

As founder of LTI Physio, Susan leads coaching programs, mentorships, and educational initiatives that help women embrace health and vitality while guiding healthcare professionals to build sustainable, fulfilling careers. She is also an international instructor, podcast co-host, and co-founder of the Global Women’s Health Initiative. Her passion for advancing healthcare is matched only by her love of dancing, hiking, and supporting women’s health worldwide.

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