There’s something about ending the night with a cozy drink that just helps me to unwind and drift into a good night’s rest. It’s my little form of self care at the end of a long day! This golden turmeric latte is delicious and packed with ingredients that are good for you!
First of all, let’s talk about ginger! This goodness soothes the Gut Lining and increases the presence of prostaglandins, which are hormone like substances in the body. They fight against inflammation, which protects and heals the gut lining.
Next up is turmeric! Did you know that part of the reason that turmeric is in curry powder is because it adds an element of deliciousness to food? But turmeric can also play an important role in digesting that food. Because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric can contribute to healthy digestion.
Lastly, there’s cinnamon which is an underrated, but really valuable spice. Some spices, including cinnamon, have prebiotic properties. Consuming them regularly may help restore the balance of bacteria in your gut, support digestive health and alleviate digestive issues.
You need: 1 tbsp ginger (grated), 1 cup canned coconut milk, 1 cup water, 1 tsp turmeric (powder), 1 tbsp raw honey, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1 1/2 tsps coconut oil.
Grate the ginger and squeeze the juice into a pan. Discard the pulp. Add remaining ingredients and heat though; don't let it boil. Whisk continuously. Transfer to a mason jar and seal with a lid. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until foam starts to form. Pour into a glass and enjoy
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Fish recipes are always hit or miss, but this one is delicious and a great addition to your weeknight dinners!
Ingredients:
1/8 oz Avocado Oil Spray (divided)
1/2 cup Almonds (finely chopped)
2 Cod Fillet
1 tsp Sea Salt
2 tbsps Almond Flour
1 tbsp Arrowroot Powder
1/2 Lemon (sliced, optional)
1/2 cup Almonds (finely chopped)
2 Cod Fillet
1 tsp Sea Salt
2 tbsps Almond Flour
1 tbsp Arrowroot Powder
1/2 Lemon (sliced, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray with half of the oil.
- Place the chopped almonds in a shallow bowl.
- Add the cod, salt, almond flour, and arrowroot powder to the bowl of a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into balls, approximately two inches (5 cm) in diameter, then gently flatten each ball.
- Coat each with the chopped almonds, gently pressing to ensure the almonds adhere to the fish. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and spray each with the remaining oil.
- Cook in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cooked through. Serve with a lemon slice, if desired. Enjoy!
These are the perfect treat to have on hand on when you need something sweet!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Coconut Yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups Organic Raspberries
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the yogurt to a bowl followed by the raspberries. Coat each raspberry in yogurt. Work in batches if needed.
- Spread the yogurt covered raspberries out in an even layer on the baking sheet. Freeze for 25 to 30 minutes. Enjoy!
I love finding different smoothie recipes because I try my best to incorporate at least one into my day everyday. This one is delicious, has anti-inflammatory foods and supports your gut health; a win all around!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain organic coconut yogurt
- 1 cup organic frozen cherries
- ½ cup organic baby spinach leaves
- ¼ cup mashed ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon organic salted almond butter
- 1 (1/2 inch) piece peeled ginger
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds, plus more for garnish
Instructions:
1. Add everything into a blender and blend until smooth or your desired consistency! Enjoy!
Recipe adapted from EatingWell.com
When it comes to changing our diet, we often think that we need to remove things like carbs and sugars, which isn’t always the case! The importance of feeling good and supporting your gut health is to eat a balanced diet packed with all foods. Carbs can play their own role in support you!
Sweet potatoes are actually a great food to eat to support your gut. Not only do they have anti-inflammatory properties, but sweet potatoes have plenty of gut-friendly fiber too! There are so many different ways to eat sweet potatoes to fuel your body and leave your gut feeling good. I love finding different recipes to incorporate them into my diet even though I absolutely had a love hate with them for many years.
But what I discovered and read excited me was the Japanese sweet potato and the purple sweet potato that just aren't as sweet and you can use them in a lot of different ways like baking 😊
Sweet potatoes have about 6 grams of fiber in one cup cooked and are also a good source of prebiotics like oligosaccharides, which help improve the balance of your gut bacteria and overall gut health.
Sweet Potato Toast
Ingredients:
2 sweet potatoes (small, ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise)
1 avocado (peeled and mashed)
1/3 cup sauerkraut
1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions:
Pop the sweet potato slices in the toaster and toast 2-3 times. Or set your oven to broil and bake on a sheet for 3-6 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Top with mashed avocado, sauerkraut and sea salt.
This recipe has sauerkraut which is a gut powerhouse food! Whether you make your own or you buy one in the refrigerated section of your grocery store with brands like Wildbrine, Cleveland Kraut and others that you can find at your local farmers market! Raw, unpasteurized sauerkraut contains beneficial probiotics that generally do not survive the pasteurization process, so again in that refrigerated section and you can read on the label whether or not it has been pasteurized.
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