Gentle Ginger Banana Protein Smoothie
Nausea Smoothie

Gentle Ginger Banana Protein Smoothie

This gentle ginger banana smoothie is designed for people on GLP-1 medications who are dealing with nausea, using soothing ginger and easy-to-digest carbs. It’s low in fat, mild in smell, and includes high-quality protein to help you meet your needs despite a smaller appetite.

Prep time 10 min
Cook time 15 min
Total time 25 min
Servings 2
Difficulty easy
Per serving 106.4 cal · 3.8g protein

Ingredients

  • 160 g ripe banana — peeled and sliced
  • 300 ml low-fat lactose-free milk — chilled
  • 50 g plain whey protein isolate — powder
  • 80 g plain low-fat yogurt — chilled
  • 6 g fresh ginger — peeled and very thinly sliced
  • 20 g rolled oats — dry optional
  • 120 g ice cubes — optional, for extra coldness optional

Instructions

  1. Add the sliced banana, low-fat lactose-free milk, plain whey protein isolate, and plain low-fat yogurt to a blender.
  2. Add the thinly sliced fresh ginger and rolled oats (if using) to the blender.
  3. Blend on low speed for 15–20 seconds, then gradually increase to high speed and blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 45–60 seconds.
  4. If you prefer a colder, thicker texture and your stomach tolerates cold drinks, add the ice cubes and blend again until smooth.
  5. Let the smoothie sit for 2–3 minutes to allow bubbles to settle, then pour into small glasses.
  6. Sip slowly over 10–20 minutes, stopping if you feel uncomfortably full or if nausea increases.

Tips for GLP-1 users

If your nausea is strong, start with very small sips at refrigerator temperature (not ice-cold), as extreme temperatures and drinking too fast can worsen GLP-1–related nausea.

You can reduce the ginger slightly if you are very sensitive, or steep the ginger slices in the milk for 5 minutes then remove them before blending for a milder flavor.

If whey is hard to tolerate, swap for an unflavored, low-fat, easily dissolving plant protein isolate to keep protein high with minimal taste and smell.

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