Monday, July 21, 2014

"Energy Balls"

Health benefits:
  • Oatmeal- low calorie, high in fiber, low in fat, high levels of protein
  • Almond/peanut butter- high in Omega 3 fatty acids, high in fiber, vitamin & minerals and phytochemicals
  • Chia seeds- 'super food,' high in fiber, protein, Omega 3 fatty acids, calcium, manganese, magnesium, and phosphorous
  • Flax meal- Omega 3 fatty acids, lignans, and high in fiber
  • Agave nectar- contains saponins (anti-inflammatory & immune system boosting properties) & fructans (low impact on blood sugar & ability to increase satiety and decrease appetite) 
  • Honey- energy booster, increases immunity, contains carcinogen-preventing and anti-tumor properties
  • Cinnamon- lowers blood sugar, reduces inflammation, has antioxidant effects, and fights off bacteria




You can really put whatever your heart desires in here, as long as they stick together. This is the basic ball though:
  • 1.5 cup rolled oats (you can do half rolled, half steel cut)
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • 1/3 cup agave nectar (or honey)
  • Handful of nuts (you can use sliced almonds & walnuts)
  • 2 tb chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup flax meal
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
Just mix it all together in a bowl with a spoon. Form balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Eat.

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