In fact to save you time, you can store a variety of
nuts and seeds in the fridge constantly soaking.
Made from crisp brown rice cereal, these chewy bars are reminiscent of a certain childhood treat — but with plenty of
nuts and seeds for added protein.
This is a great way to enjoy healthy fats found in
nuts and seeds as well as coconut oil!
Eat nuts and seeds raw, or just lightly toasted, because the roasting process alters their beneficial fats.
If you listen and respond with a healthy snack (butter, protein fats,
like nut and seed butters, or eggs), your body will be less taxed and feel supported.
I also
added nuts and seeds for a nice texture, but also for their healthy fats, minerals, and fiber load.
This first post will focus
on nuts and seeds and will feature items that I always have on hand in my kitchen.
I wager that somebody eating nothing but whole chicken is going to be healthier than somebody eating
nuts and seed oils.
If you start with 8 cups of
mixed nuts and seeds — it's going to last you a while (depending how much you eat of it everyday).
I am including a few recipes for
nut and seed milk (for those with nut allergies) below.
These are a great source of fiber and protein;
nuts and seeds also provide healthy fats and antioxidants.
Now one of the consequences of that is you are consuming more lean proteins, more healthy fats,
more nuts and seeds as you say.
So instead of using canola oil, peanut oil or coconut oil for your salads and soups, sprinkle some
whole nuts and seeds instead.
While
many nuts and seeds are high in natural fats almonds, walnuts and sunflower seeds can help lower cholesterol naturally by providing healthy fats.
For the
healthy nut and seed oils, look for ones sold in an opaque container and always store them in the fridge.
If you're in a hurry there are minimum times you can soak
various nuts and seeds for to ensure you're removing the unwanted substances and unlocking the nutrition inside.
Just blend
dry nuts and seeds together, add some liquid and cook until porridge consistency.
These are expensive and hard to find already ground into flour, but here's how to soak
nuts and seeds at home in case you want to try it yourself.
Taking in less omega - 6
rich nuts and seeds such as almonds, cashews, pecans and sunflower seeds would be the right move.
In other words, just
because nuts and seeds are considered good sources of protein and nutrients, doesn't mean your body can absorb these nutrients.
Fortunately, these three toppings are made with good - for - you fats from some of your
favorite nut and seed butters.
Then transfer to a bowl, top with maple syrup, then sprinkle with
nuts and seeds if desired.
A lot of my recipes include
nuts and seeds so have a look through and see what you can have.
And while it's certainly not a low calorie food, I'd take the extra calories from protein and fiber rich
nuts and seeds over the empty calories in white bread any day.