1. Spinach

Spinach is one of the best anti-aging foods for you, making it perfect to add to your next protein shake. It's also tasteless when combined with other ingredients, so not to worry! Spinach contains 5 grams of protein, loads of beta-carotene, iron, and Vitamin c all in just a cup.

2. Berries

Berries are low-glycemic and they prevent aging in the brain. They’re also full of vitamin C and antioxidants to keep your skin looking great. Add ¼ cup blueberries or ½ cup raspberries to your next shake all for under 50 calories and only 5 grams of sugar.

3. Flaxseed

Ground flax is easy enough to add to anything so try adding 1 tablespoon to your protein shake for healthy mono-unsaturated fats and omega 3 fatty acids. These fats help keep your skin, heart, and brain in tip top shape and flax's fiber enhances digestion. Best of all, flax seeds thicken up your shake and give it a nutty-flavored taste for very few calories.

4. Acai Powder

If you’re into superfoods, try adding a teaspoon of acai powder to your shakes. Think of acai like regular berries that are supercharged! Acai berries have over ten times the antioxidants of blueberries and absolutely no sugar. You can buy the powder to make it easier to use or use the frozen fruit purees in place of berries.

5. Nonfat Greek Yogurt

Nonfat Greek yogurt can either be used with or in replace of your protein powder. It’s incredibly high in protein and low in sugar to keep you lean. Best of all, it’s a wonderful source of vitamin A to keep your skin clear and ward off wrinkles. Choose plain and unsweetened varieties for the healthiest options.

6. Matcha

Have you heard of matcha green tea powder? It’s a very bright green tea that’s never been heated making it richer in antioxidants and youth-giving properties. Matcha can be pricey those so if you’re on a budget, just add regular green tea leaves to your shake for an earthy twist!

7. Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are wonderful for your skin due to their high omega 3 and B vitamin content. They’re also a great source of iron, protein, and fiber. Chia’s fiber can also help you stay hydrated and fuller longer. Add around 1 teaspoon to your next shake for a more filling and beautifying shake!

Try to keep your protein shakes around 5 grams of fat, 20 grams of protein, and overall very low in sugar. This will help ensure nothing interferes with protein digestion so it can go straight to your muscle cells to build and repair lean muscle tissues. It’s also important to choose a clean protein powder, free of gluten, refined sugar, and growth hormones. Do you drink protein shakes?