Ingredients
Here are some of the ingredients I use in my recipes. Click on the link to find where to purchase the ingredient.
Dark Chocolate
♥ contains antioxidants (nearly 8 times the number found in strawberries)
♥ helps to lower your blood pressure and balance certain hormones in your body
♥ has also been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) by up to 10 percent
♥ has been shown to decrease the formation of blood clots by reducing platelet activation.
Organic Coconut Palm Sugar
♥ has great benefits for weight control and improving glucose and lipid levels for those with diabetes (type 1 and type 2)
♥ demands less insulin in order for your body to maintain homeostasis
♥ a healthy alternative sweetener that has a lower glycemic index (GI35)
♥ especially high in minerals including potassium, magnesium and zinc, as well as vitamins B2, B3 and B6.
Coconut Oil
♥ the high fat content of coconut oil can paradoxically help you lose weight
♥ boosts your metabolism, gives you energy, makes you feel more full, improves your thyroid function
♥ the type of fatty acid in coconut oil is a healthy one, your body will quickly burn it for energy.
Golden Flaxseed
♥ helps to reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes
♥ contains both the soluble and insoluble fiber
♥ contains 75-800 times more lignans than other plant foods
♥ one of the most powerful natural cholesterol controllers.
♥ each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8 grams of plant omega-3s.
Chia Seeds
♥ superior to other plant and marine sources of essential omega-3 oils
♥ high in antioxidants and fiber
♥ high in protein and lipids
♥ low in sodium
♥ fewer net carbs than most other grains.
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