The Peachy Mango Smoothie

The Peachy Mango

2 cups Peaches

2 cups Mango

4 Medjool Dates 

1 cup Pineapple Juice 

1/2 cup Fresh Mint

1 cup ice (optional) 

Blend all ingredients and enjoy! 

A delicious smoothie with a refreshing tropical taste and it feeds your body an amazing amount of vitamins and protects your body with its high level of antioxidants! 

Cocktails!? Add a little Malibu Rum and an umbrella for a tropical adult treat on a warm Spring day! Yum! 

Black Bean Dip Recipe

Black Bean Dip with Cucumbers, Yellow Peppers, Beets and Carrots! 

Black Bean Dip:

1 can Organic Black Beans (no salt, drain and wash)

1 tsp Chili Powder

1 tsp Cumin

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Organic Ground Horseradish 

1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves 

Blend in Food Processor or good old fashion elbow grease. 

Yum! 

Health Benefits:

1. Black Beans: 

The black bean's fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin B6 and phytonutrient content, coupled with its lack of cholesterol, all support heart health. The fiber in black beans helps lower the total amount of cholesterol in the blood and decrease the risk of heart disease.

2. Cucumbers:

Cucumbers are a valuable source of conventional antioxidant nutrients including vitamin C, beta-carotene, and manganese. In addition, cucumbers contain numerous flavonoid antioxidants, including quercetin, apigenin, luteolin, and kaempferol. Cucumber also contain phytonutrients known to provide anti-cancer benefits which are called lignans. The lignans pinoresinol, lariciresinol, and secoisolariciresinol have all been identified within cucumber. When we consume plant lignans like those found in cucumber, bacteria in our digestive tract use the lignans and convert them into enterolignans. Enterolignans have the ability to bind onto estrogen receptors and can have both pro-estrogenic and anti-estrogenic effects. Reduced risk of estrogen-related cancers, including cancers of the breast, ovary, uterus, and prostate has been associated with intake of dietary lignans from plant foods like cucumber. (Source: www.whfoods.com)

3. Yellow Pepper:

Yellow bell peppers are a good source of vitamin C, fiber, protein and iron.  They have a very sweet taste and can accentuate the flavor of most ingredients you add to a dish. 

4. Beets:

       Beets are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fiber, and essential minerals like potassium which is essential for healthy nerve and muscle function, and manganese which is good for your bone health, liver functions, kidney functions, and pancreas. Beets also contain the B vitamin folate, which helps reduce the risk of birth defects.

5. Carrots:

    

Carrots contain high levels of beta carotene and fiber. This root vegetable is a good source of antioxidant agents as well, that support healthy visions, skin and teeth. Carrots are also, rich in vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, vitamin B8, pantothenic acid, folate, potassium, iron, copper, and manganese.

This healthy snack feeds your body the nutrition it needs to support your bodily functions while reducing your risk for disease. It has no fat, no chemicals, no GMO's, is gluten free, vegan and extremely delicious. 

Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Chocolate Pudding

Recipe:

6 dates

2 Bananas

1 tsp Nutmeg

1/2 tsp Lemon Extract

4 tbsp Cacao Powder 

Blend in food processor

Top with honey and cinnamon and Enjoy! 

Mmmmmm chocolate pudding with 5 all natural ingredients!  This delicious and rich pudding is a super food!  High in vitamins and nutrients that prevent diseases and feed your body while delighting your taste buds with deliciousness!  There are no chemicals or GMO's and this recipe is fully raw and vegan! 

Health benefits of the ingredients:

1. Cacao - 

Cacao powder is an unfiltered and more nutritious version of cocoa! Cacao is a super food that has dietary fiber, polyphenols and Magnesuim! Polyphenols in Cacao help reduce cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases, metabolic disorders, and is used for cancer prevention. Their antioxidant properties may be responsible for many of their pharmacological effects, including the inhibition of lipid peroxidation and the protection of LDL-cholesterol against oxidation, and increase resistance to oxidative stress. The phenolics from cacao also modify the glycemic response and the lipid profile, decreasing platelet function and inflammation along with diastolic and systolic arterial pressures, which, taken together, may reduce the risk of cardiovascular mortality. Cocao polyphenols can also reduce and improve digestion.  Cacao protects against diseases which oxidative stress is a contributor to, such as cancer. 

2. Dates: 

The significant amount of minerals found in dates make it a super food for strengthening bones and fighting off painful and debilitating diseases like osteoporosis. Dates contain selenium, manganese, copper, and magnesium, all of which are integral to healthy bone development and strength, particularly as people begin to age and their bones gradually weaken. They also increase your sex drive

3. Bananas:

 Bananas are a good source of potassium, an essential mineral for maintaining normal blood pressure and heart function. The unique mix of vitamins, minerals, and low glycemic carbohydrates makes bananas a go to for physical training and work out endurance. 

Overflowing with nutrients and vitamin rich goodness and flavor this pudding is a wonderful way to start your day! Yum!