Each serving of these delightful Eggnog Overnight Oats contains the following nutrition:
 

Calories: 390 (Calories from Fat: 130)
Total Fat: 14g (Saturated Fat: 4.5g)
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 520mg
Potassium: 550mg
Protein: 16g
Total Carbohydrate: 50g (Dietary Fiber: 7g, Sugars: 13g)

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The cake is light and fluffy on the inside, but don’t let that fool you … it’s insanely filling and a satisfying choice for your first meal of the day! It’s full of slow releasing carbohydrates, healthy fats and protein to literally keep you satisfied between breakfast and lunch. It’s a quick, one-bowl recipe.

Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make different versions of this delicious healthy Lemon Breakfast Cake and different options for a healthy topping … enough to serve 4:

For the Gluten Free/Vegan/Flourless version

2 cups gluten free rolled oats, ground into a flour
1/2 cup coconut palm sugar (use stevia or a sugar free baking blend to keep sugar free)
1 T baking powder
pinch sea salt
1/4 cup poppy seeds
3/4 cup + 2 T dairy free milk
2 T lemon juice
2 T lemon zest
1 flax egg (can sub for 1 large egg if not vegan)
1 tsp vanilla extract
6 T nut butter of choice, melted (I used smooth almond butter)

For the Paleo option:

1/2 cup coconut flour
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 cup maple syrup (can sub for honey or agave)
1/4 cup cashew butter (can sub for almond butter or coconut oil)
vanilla extract
1/4 cup poppy seeds
1 T lemon juice
1 T lemon zest
4 large eggs, whisked lightly

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As for the other sounds, repetitive “clicks” could be connective tissue out of its proper alignment or cartilaginous tissue damage such as torn meniscal flaps or other chondral tissue damage. It could also be a large nerve out of alignment as well. A common example is the ulnar nerve (inside of the elbow), which slips in/out of the groove when you bend and straighten the elbow.

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• use your hand (assuming it’s clean!),
• use a convenient conversion table,
• use “portion control” plates or glasses.

Guidelines for measuring with your hand:

The actual amount of food your hand can hold will depend on the size of your hand and on the type of food that you are measuring. Use this list as a general guide to estimate your portion sizes.

• One level handful = one quarter cup. A single serving of nuts is one ounce or 1/4 to 1/3 cup.
• One heaping handful = one half cup. A single serving of dry pasta is roughly 1/2 cup
• Two hands full = one cup.  A single serving of cooked pasta is usually one cup
• One finger scoop = one teaspoon. A single serving of butter or oil is often one teaspoon
• Two finger scoop = one tablespoon. A single serving of peanut butter is usually 2 tablespoons or two 2-finger scoops.

You can also use your hand to measure food portions of meat and produce. For example, a single 3-ounce serving of meat is roughly the size of your palm. A one-cup serving of fruit or vegetables is roughly the size of your closed fist.  A single serving of cheese is about the size of your thumb.

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2 tablespoons butter (soy free)
1/4 cup agave or maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut milk (carton)
2 scoops vanilla protein powder
1 cup oats
1 cup corn flakes, pounded to large crumbs
1/2 cup raw almonds, chopped
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup crystallized ginger, chopped
1/4 cup shredded coconut

Here are the 9 easy steps to make these yummy Ginger Vanilla Protein Crunch Bars:

1. In saucepan over medium low heat, melt butter, whisk in agave.




2. Add milk and protein powder, whisk together until smooth.




3. In large bowl, add oats, corn flakes, almonds, sunflower seeds and about 3/4 ginger pieces.




4. Pour melted butter mixture over dry ingredients, mix together thoroughly.




5. Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment or foil, spray.




6. Transfer mixture into pan; using wet hands, press down in even layer.




7. Sprinkle shredded coconut and remaining ginger pieces, press down into bars.




8. Bake at 325 for 20 minutes.




9. Let cool before cutting.

Source: Kristina Sloggett

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1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup frozen peaches
1/2 cup frozen pineapple
1/2 banana
2 cups kale
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

Source: Perry Santanachote

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This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, oil-free, refined sugar-free and soy-free.

Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make 3/4 cup of the special Salted Pumpkin Spice Syrup:
 
 

• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/3 cup unsweetened pumpkin purée (see Tip)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan sea salt or other fine sea salt, or to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla bean powder or 1 vanilla bean, seeded or 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Tip: If your pumpkin puree is on the grainy side (some brands are more than others), it might benefit from a quick blend or puree in the blender or food processor before using.

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1 1/2 cups water
1 head organic romaine lettuce, chopped
3-4 stalks organic celery
1/2 head of a large bunch or 3/4 of a small bunch of spinach
1 organic apple, cored and chopped
1 organic pear, cored and chopped
1 organic banana
Juice of 1/2 fresh organic lemon
Optional: 1/3 bunch organic cilantro (stems OK) and 1/3 bunch organic parsley (stems OK)

April shows how to make a Glowing Green Smoothie in 4 easy steps:

Here’s a summary:

1. Add water and chopped head of romaine to blender. Blend at a low speed until smooth.


2. Add celery, apple, and pear and blend at high speed.


3. Add cilantro and parsley (which help removes heavy metals out of your body).


4. Finish with banana and lemon.

Tip: Leave out the celery if the taste of celery is too much for you!

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One of her tips is to start with lots of flavorful fruit in your smoothies and gradually add greens to this … as long as you like the taste.
 
 

Ingredients:
– Kale
– Spinach
– Ginger
– Lemon
– Orange
– Frozen berries
– Frozen banana
– Coconut water

All these ingredients are very high in antioxidants, vitamins and essential nutrients making this smoothie very detoxifying. These ingredients also contain anti inflammatory properties which make them excellent for problematic skin types, helping to heal, calm and prevent breakouts.

Now watch how Annie makes this smoothie in the video:

Source: Annie Jaffrey

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They are high in energy, high in fiber (5.3 grams/serving), a good source of protein (4.3 grams/serving), delicious tasting.


These are obviously much healthier than the store-bought energy bars filled with added sugars, stabilizers, fillers, flavors, preservatives and more junk that your body definitely doesn’t need.


This recipe for VEGAN PB & J ENERGY BARS serves 8:

INGREDIENTS

• 1¾ cup pitted dates (soaked in warm water for 15 minutes, then drained)
• ½ cup unsweetened dried cranberries
• ¼ cup natural peanut butter (no added sugars or oils, just peanuts)
• ¼ cup whole raw almonds
• ½ cup instant plain oats (gluten free if you need!)

Here are the 5 steps to make a batch of these delicious energy bar snacks:

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Soak the dates in warm water for 15 minutes, and drain.




2. Place dates, dried cranberries, almonds, peanut butter, and oats in a food processor and blend until combined well.




3. Scoop mixture into a square baking pan, and firmly press down to make an even layer.




4. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes to set, then cut into 8 rectangle bars.




5. Store in the freezer or fridge.

Source: Christal Sczebel

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