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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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In addition to being perfect snacks, these bars are great for breakfast and ideal for including in a packed lunch.

One popular variation is to substitute apple cinnamon protein cereal in the place of the corn flakes in this recipe.

Here are the ingredients you’ll need for a 9×9 pan of what Kristina calls: GINGER VANILLA PROTEIN CRUNCH BARS:
 

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:

 
 

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

Add milk and protein powder, whisk together until smooth.

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

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

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

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

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

Bake at 325 for 20 minutes.

Let cool before cutting.

And here are some recommendations for healthy liquid refreshment to go along with these delicious snack bars: 3 Healthy Homemade Energy Drinks

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Source: Kristina Sloggett

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2 tbsp oil
2 large onions
1 tsp ginger, minced
6-8 carrots, diced
3 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste

The preparation instructions are on the next page …

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You’ll find that these muffins quickly become the feature of a healthy filling breakfast and/or snacks for any time of the day.

Continue on to the next page to see the list of ingredients and then how easy it is to make these in Lindsay’s how-to video …

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This is one of the healthiest tea that you can make … in only 10 minutes … as a weight-loss aid, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory agent, a natural pain killer, and more. Bridget explains how to make it in this short video that you might want to share with family and friends, too. It’s a good replacement for coffee and black tea. Add some honey if you want. You should be able to find all of these ingredients at your local supermarket.

Watch on the next page …

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The combination of healthy ingredients in this smoothie provides all-day energy and helps you lose weight, balance blood sugar, and feel fuller longer. Start your morning with this delicious, nutritious smoothie to have fewer cravings and binges during the rest of the day.

Here are the nutritional values per serving:

239 calories
12 g protein
30 g carbs
3 g fiber
9.1 g fat (1.5 g sat fat)
87 mg sodium

The full recipe to make this healthy smoothie is on the next page …

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Watch the video for some valuable tips to make a variety of healthy smoothies – one for each day of the work week. These are basic, flavorful  recipes that you can enhance with extra protein and other nutrients, depending on your personal needs and goals. Some of the creative and colorful ingredients include pineapple juice, mango, ginger, raspberries, watermelon, pomegranate juice, avocado, kiwi and spinach.

Most people like to make these up in the evening so they’re ready-to-eat early in the morning.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Here’s all you need to know …

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Here are the ingredients she uses for each one:

Orange and Carrot with Ginger

4 carrots

4 satsumas

1 large chunk ginger

1/2 lemon

Green Juice with Melon (makes 2)

1 Cucumber

3 Celery Sticks

2 Large Handfuls Kale

1 Galia Melon

Handful Fresh Mint Leaves

1/2 Lemon

The preparation instructions are easy if you use a cold pressed juicer to feed the ingredients through to extract the juice from the pulp.

Keep in an airtight jar or bottle and consume within 24 hours.

Watch Niomi’s video to learn more: What I Eat In A Day.

Source: Niomi Smart

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