Category: breakfast

March 29, 2016

Stonyfield Grassfed Yogurt and Whole Milk Greek Yogurt Review

When it comes to the low-fat craze yogurt has been on board for many years. Fear not! Stonyfield is bringing back some healthy fat to your diet with their whole milk Greek yogurt and grassfed yogurt!

I’m very excited to tell you about some great yogurt today! For once, a company is moving in the RIGHT direction when it comes to offering healthy choices.

Stonyfield is now offering whole milk Greek yogurt and 100% (for REAL) grassfed yogurt.

Every time I see the grocery store shelves lined with Greek yogurt I cringe. I just don’t get it. You’ve taken all the healthy fat out. And boast about how much protein it has. All I see is a major imbalance.

If you want your protein to count you need to eat fat with it. Carbs too! (my kettle corn granola is the perfect addition!)

But what really got me excited was Stonyfield’s new 100% grassfed yogurt.

Here are some details directly from Stonyfield:

While some products may claim to be made from milk sourced from grassfed cows, that does not necessarily mean that the cows were fed a 100% grassfed diet. Our Organic 100% Grassfed is made with milk from cows, who have eaten all grass, all of the time, even in winter! And we’ve heard they just LOVE the fermented grass they eat in the winter months. To make sure our consumers recognize this difference, we have sought out and gotten independent certification of it – by the PCO. Look for the label on the cup!

How cool is that?!

We got to try all the different varieties. Since my youngest and I are dairy free I had to trust the opinions of my family.

Four Year Old

My son tried the whole milk Greek + honey once before his dairy allergy diagnosis. He loved it! And of course he loved the cool container, especially since we never buy individual yogurts unless we are traveling. No complaints, except he wanted more when it was gone.

Seven Year Old

My daughter tried all of them. Her favorite hands down was the grassfed yogurt. Just the right texture and sweetness.

She didn’t care as much for the Greek because it was quite tart. Which is saying a lot since we normally only add a bit of honey or syrup to plain yogurt and aren’t used to sweet things. So I added a touch extra honey to hers.

Husband

My husband enjoyed all of them. Though he too isn’t that crazy about Greek yogurt. It is very thick and tangier than regular yogurt. He thought the sweetness was good in all of them. But would definitely choose the grassfed for overall taste and texture. Really he’d choose the Oh My Yog! over both of these. Have you tried them yet?

Even though I can’t taste the yogurt I still get to weigh in! Here are my thoughts.

Likes

I LOVE that the yogurt is full fat (which we need!).
I LOVE that the yogurt is organic and some of it is 100% grassfed.
I like the variety of flavors.
I like the convenience. We can finally buy a full fat individual size yogurt if we need something when we are on the go.

Dislikes

The flavored Greek yogurt containers have a strange design, and it was hard to get the filling out of the little cup. Especially the honey that gets hard when cold. I think it would be better to just make it fruit on the bottom and not deal with the flipping and scraping.
All of the yogurts besides the Greek + honey have cornstarch. With a rising number of people with corn allergies that really limits options.
Natural flavor – it’s in everything, even organic food. But it is almost the same as artificial flavor and has the same impact on my daughter. It makes her crazy and unable to focus. So in spite of the good quality of the yogurt I can’t let her eat it without consequences.

Overall I am very happy with the latest yogurts from Stonyfield. Quality dairy that hasn’t had the healthy fat removed. I’m all for it. But we’ll be sticking to the plain yogurt and adding our own sweetener and fruit most of the time to avoid the thickener and natural flavor. That’s life with allergies!

Have you tried any of the latest Stonyfield full fat yogurts? What do you think?

I am working with Stonyfield for this review post. I have been compensated for my time commitment to use these products. However, my opinions are entirely my own and I have not been paid to publish positive comments.

March 16, 2016

Allergen Free No Cook Pumpkin Yogurt

No need to give up yogurt just because you have allergies! This pumpkin yogurt only takes five minutes to prep and still packs a nutritional punch with protein and probiotics.

I’ve been dairy free for 18 months now, ever since my youngest was about a month old. This is not the first time I’ve had to go dairy free. But no matter how many times and no matter how long it lasts it’s never easy.

I LOVE dairy. Love it.

One of the things I miss most is yogurt. I used it eat it almost daily for breakfast or lunch. Add some granola…my happy place.

For most people there are some decent options to replace dairy yogurt – coconut, almond, etc. But those are all out for me too. We have that many allergies. So I’ve just gone without yogurt.

Until now.

Problem solved.

My youngest it starting to notice when her siblings have yogurt and she keeps asking for it. Oh, how I’d love to give it to her!! It breaks my heart to have to say no. I feel so mean since she doesn’t understand why.

So I came up with a solution.

I created pumpkin yogurt. It is creamy and slightly sweet. It has lots of protein from both grass-fed collagen and gelatin plus a healthy dose of probiotics (this is the one we use). Just like the real thing.

An added bonus is you also get a big helping of vegetables!

The first time I made pumpkin yogurt I added fruit and some crumbled homemade graham crackers. I was instantly taken back to my happy place. Finally! I can have yogurt again!

My little one loves it too. I gave her a small dish. Her response: “mrrrr” (more). That is all I needed to hear.

To my surprise even my four year old loves it. When I first told him I made pumpkin yogurt he made the “don’t come near me with that stuff” face. But after he tried it he had to have a second dish! Maybe me calling it pumpkin PIE yogurt helped a little.

More than just great taste.

Not only is pumpkin yogurt a nutritious breakfast it is also so easy to make!

Mix all of the ingredients in a blender.
Pour the mixture in a jar.
Let it culture for about eight hours.

That’s it.

Pumpkin yogurt makes a great breakfast, lunch or snack. Eat it plain or add your favorite fruit and crunchy topping. It is perfect for school lunches too.

Have you had to say goodbye to yogurt due to allergies?

Even if you can’t have dairy…or coconut…or nuts…or rice…you don’t have to give up yogurt. Pumpkin yogurt is allergen friendy, easy to make and oh so delicious!

Want to learn more about feeding children with allergies?

Check out my book Why Won’t My Child Eat?! It’s packed with feeding strategies, tips on pinpointing reactions and allergen friendly recipes.

Allergen Free No Cook Pumpkin Yogurt

2016-03-09 13:14:26

Serves 3

A creamy pumpkin yogurt that is free of common allergens.

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Ingredients

3/4 cup cooked pumpkin (canned or fresh)
1 cup water
1 Tbsp. grass-fed collagen
1 Tbsp. sweetener (honey, maple syrup, cane sugar)
1/4 tsp. unrefined sea salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon (optional)
1 1/2 tsp. grass-fed gelatin
1 capsule powdered probiotic

Instructions

Combine the pumpkin, water, collagen, sweetener, salt and cinnamon in a blender.
Blend on high until smooth.
Add the gelatin and probiotic.
Blend for about 10 seconds.
Pour the mixture into a glass jar with a lid.
Put the jar in a warm place for 8-10 hours.
Put in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Notes

Setting the mixture on a counter that gets sunlight or on a stovetop with the oven on or in an unheated oven with the light on works well for culturing the yogurt.

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February 29, 2016

Rainbow Egg Muffins

Winter is almost over! Get ready to think spring with these rainbow egg muffins. Lots of color, flavor and nutrition packed into the perfect little bite.

Spring is coming. I can almost taste it. After the snow and cold I am more than ready to think about new life and color returning.

And after all of the illness we’ve had I am looking forward to spending a lot of time outside in the fresh air. The end to illness can start any time now. Any time.

If you look out your window and still see everything covered in white you can at least bring spring back to your breakfast with these colorful rainbow egg muffins.

Start the day with a healthy dose of protein, vitamins and vegetables all in one. Add a slice of toast with homemade grape jelly or peach jam to make it a complete meal.

Rainbow egg muffins are even great for toddlers. Cut one into bite size pieces so your toddler can practice picking up food and self feeding.

What a fun Easter breakfast for the whole family!

How do they taste?

Will kids really eat them? I let my four year old be my taste tester. I put one on his plate and stepped back into the kitchen to grab something. When I got back his muffin was already half gone. The other half went down about ten seconds later.

Want the recipe? Head over to Super Healthy Kids! I’ve got this simple recipe for rainbow egg muffins plus some tips on how to cut your prep time in half.

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February 1, 2016

Black Forest Smoothie

Want to say “I Love You” in a healthy way? Show your kids some extra TLC with a black forest smoothie. It combines the delicious flavors of chocolate and cherry and is packed with nutrition!

January was great, wasn’t it? Full of motivation and enthusiasm about your goals. Everyone is eating well, getting good rest and moving their body each day.

Then February arrives. So do the sweet treats!

Don’t panic. This year take a new approach to Valentine’s Day or any holiday. Instead of showing your love with boxed chocolates and candy, promote health and wellness to show you care. It is the gift that keeps on giving.

You can show some love this February by creating nutrient dense food that still tastes great. This black forest smoothie is a great place to start. Whether you serve it for breakfast, a snack or even dessert you’ll be doing your kids a favor.

They taste chocolate and cherries. You see them filling up on healthy fats, protein, probiotics and vitamin-rich fruit. If you really want to bump up the nutrition factor you can add avocado, chia seeds, flax seeds and collagen. That sounds like a delicious and nutritious breakfast! The perfect way to show your kids some love.

Want the full recipe?

Click here to head over to Super Healthy Kids where I’m sharing this delicious black forest smoothie! The perfect breakfast for Valentine’s Day or any day.

January 26, 2016

Simple Honey Oat Bars

When little tummies are recovering from illness it’s best to keep food simple and skip a lot of fat and sugar. These honey oat bars come together easily and are gentle on the tummy.

Did I mention my son was sick? That seems to be an ongoing battle this winter. My poor boy that has such a sensitive digestive system.

He had the recent stomach virus that went around. But unlike most people that were over it in a day or two he struggled with it for a week. And he could hardly eat that whole time. He spent his days either on the couch or in the bathroom.

BRAT diet doesn’t exist here.

Add all of his allergies on top of trying to keep his diet bland and starchy and you’ve got a real challenge. No gluten, rice, corn, potatoes or bananas.

We decided to try oats. He basically lived on oatmeal for a week. And just when he thought he couldn’t handle another bowl of oatmeal I came up with these simple honey oat bars!

I wanted to keep them very low in fat to keep his tummy settled. So I used grass-fed gelatin in place of eggs. I also kept the sweetness low with just a touch of cane sugar and honey.

The combination of whole oats and ground oats helps the bars bind together.

Oats to the rescue.

My son loved them! And they kept him going. There was starch but also protein. Not to mention the gelatin was helpful for healing his upset tummy.

My daughter tried them too and thinks they’re great…even if she’s not sick. They make an easy, low sugar breakfast to keep stashed in the freezer for busy week days.

Get your oats soaking and whip up a batch or two of these simple honey oat bars. Always have some on hand to put upset bellies at ease.

Don’t forget to add activated charcoal to the diet as well to really stop the stomach upset.

What is your go-to food when recovering from a stomach virus?

Simple Honey Oat Bars

2016-01-24 05:23:06

Yields 10

A simple, low fat oat bar that is perfect for settling little tummies after illness.

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Ingredients

1 cup oat flour (grind rolled oats in a blender)
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup warm water
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
2 tsp. grass-fed gelatin (NOT collagen)
1/4 cup hot water
1 Tbsp. organic cane sugar
3 Tbsp. honey
2 Tbsp. melted butter, coconut oil, lard or tallow
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. unrefined sea salt

Instructions

Combine the oat flour, oats, warm water and lemon juice. Cover and let sit for 7-24 hours (24 hours is best for oats).
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease or line with parchment paper an 8" square baking pan.
Add the gelatin to the hot water and stir until dissolved.
Add all of the ingredients to the soaked oats. Mix well.
Spread in the prepared pan.
Bake 35 minutes.
Cool and cut into bars.
Store in a covered container for up to a week at room temperature, two weeks in the refrigerator or one year in the freezer.

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January 25, 2016

Zebra Striped Yogurt For Sensitive Tummies

When your child is recovering from a stomach bug or an allergy flair give them a special treat that is both delicious and calming. Zebra striped yogurt combines cultured dairy and charcoal to ease the pain.

There are two tricks I have learned in the last year to help get a little tummy back on track after a stomach bug or an allergy flair.

Sensitive Tummies

Last year my son had a really bad stomach bug with constant vomiting. Once that part ended he refused to eat. As parents my husband and I were very concerned. We let our fear turn to frustration.

We would try to force him to eat. And it would all come back up. After days of this process we took him to the doctor who suggested yogurt.

My son was having reflux from such an empty stomach and all of the vomiting. He finally got back on track by taking a couple bites of yogurt every 30-60 minutes to ease the pain. Eventually he could tolerate more and more.

Since then yogurt has been my go-to when he has tummy troubles. Whether it be after an allergy flair (which gives him a stomach ache and keeps him from eating) or after a stomach bug (once any kind of vomiting or diarrhea has subsided).

If your child is allergic to dairy you can try coconut yogurt. I have not personally tried to see if it has the same effect.

Allergy Relief

During the last year we have also dealt with allergy flairs over and over and over as we tried to figure out what was bothering my youngest. A friend suggested activated charcoal. It has been a life saver!

It helps absorb any toxins or allergens and flush them out. It also helps stop vomiting and diarrhea.

Every time my daughter was screaming from an allergic reaction I would take charcoal. It was like magic. The next time she nursed my milk was safe again.

Today I’m sharing a fun way to combine these two secret weapons. Zebra striped yogurt looks cool, tastes great and is very calming to the tummy. In fact, I made the dish of yogurt I photographed the day my son had a stomach bug. He was definitely happy to be my taste tester (even if he does look a bit worn out).

Depending on your child’s age, tastes and severity of reaction you can keep the yogurt plain or add a bit of sweetener. I use maple syrup in the black yogurt and organic cane sugar in the white yogurt.

The next time your child is recovering from a stomach upset of some kind whip up a zebra striped yogurt to ease the pain and get them back to full health quickly.

Zebra Striped Yogurt

2016-01-16 12:50:01

Serves 1

A black and white striped yogurt for settling tummies.

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Prep Time

5 min

Prep Time

5 min

Ingredients

1 cup plain, whole milk yogurt, divided
1 - 2 tsp. maple syrup
1 - 2 tsp. organic cane sugar
1 capsule activated charcoal
pinch unrefined sea salt

Instructions

In a small dish combine half of the yogurt, cane sugar and a pinch of salt.
In another small dish combine the other half of the yogurt, maple syrup, charcoal (emptied from capsule) and a pinch of salt.
Layer the white and black yogurts in a dish.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

If you are short on time you can just make the "black" yogurt or you can add all of the ingredients to a blender and make a smoothie.
Maple syrup can be used in place of the cane sugar, but it may give the yogurt a little color.
You can adjust the dose of charcoal based on your child's age/serving size.

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November 30, 2015

Muffin Tin Mini Pumpkin Pot Pies

Turn Thanksgiving leftovers into a fun and delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner. Muffin tin mini pumpkin pot pies are perfect for the whole family.

The Thanksgiving feast is over. You’re left with a little bit of this and a little bit of that.

There isn’t enough for a full meal. Or is there?

Combine those leftovers to create muffin tin mini pumpkin pot pies that the whole family will love. What kid doesn’t like pie for dinner?!

It only takes a half cup of pumpkin (or squash) to create a fun post-Thanksgiving brunch or lunch. The pumpkin replaces the traditional pot pie cream sauce.

Start with a simple crust (only 4 ingredients!) that you can quickly mix by hand. This is a great project for kids. They love to work with their hands and press the dough into the muffin cups.

The filling is made with pumpkin or squash, vegetables and turkey. Don’t forget the real star of the show – turkey broth!! It is packed with vitamins, minerals and gelatin.

Prepare them all at once or in steps as you have time.

Muffin tin mini pumpkin pot pies are simple, versatile and delicious! Plus they are a great way to use Thanksgiving leftovers or to enjoy a taste of Thanksgiving any time of year.

Head over to Super Healthy kids where I show you how to make this fun dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

November 2, 2015

Einkorn Chocolate Chip Cookies

These einkorn chocolate chip cookies are a remake of the classic. Simple and delicious, yet free of dairy, nuts, soy, corn, rice, coconut and egg whites.

Who doesn’t love chocolate chip cookies? I know I sure do!

Mom’s cookies are the best.

Growing up my mom was famous for her chocolate chip cookies (and still is!). It was rare we didn’t have any in the house.

We would eat two or three fresh out of the oven.

She still brings her cookies to every family function or church event. They aren’t fancy, just plain old all purpose flour, butter, sugar, etc. But she somehow transforms the ingredients into something unique.

I miss those cookies. I can almost taste one right now.

Finding an alternative.

Even though I can’t eat my mom’s cookies I can indulge in einkorn chocolate chip cookies once in a while.

This version is super easy to make. Plus it doesn’t have dairy, nuts, soy, corn, rice, coconut or egg whites.

Dessert or breakfast.

If you need a quick treat einkorn chocolate chip cookies are perfect. Or use the base and add whatever you like to make it your own.

There is no need to soak the flour, which makes them even easier!

Add dried fruit and seeds to create a breakfast cookie. Or keep it classic with just chocolate chips.

No matter what you add they’re good! Especially fresh out of the oven.

Soft cookie dough with melted chocolate.

Who can resist that?!

In need of a cookie fix?

Try something new with einkorn chocolate chip cookies.

Einkorn Chocolate Chip Cookies

2015-10-31 05:19:38

Yields 12

A twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie using einkorn flour.

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Ingredients

1 cup einkorn flour
1/2 cup whole wheat, all purpose or white rice flour
1/2 tsp. unrefined sea salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 cup honey
3 egg yolks
1/4 cup olive oil, avocado oil or melted tallow
1/4 cup add-ins: chocolate chips, dried fruit, seeds

Instructions

Heat oven to 350*F.
In a large bowl combine all of the ingredients except add-ins. Beat until well combined.
Stir in chocolate chips.
Scoop mounds onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Cool and store in a sealed container for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a year.

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October 29, 2015

Gluten Free Pumpkin Flax Granola Muffins

Can’t decide what to have for breakfast? Get your cereal and bread all in one with gluten free pumpkin flax granola muffins. They are the perfect way to start your day this fall.

I am working with Stonyfield and Nature’s Path for this post. I have been compensated for my time commitment. But the opinions and ideas are my own. I have not been paid to post positive reviews.

It’s no secret. I L-O-V-E granola. Really I love cereal of any kind.

But cereal is a rare commodity around here, only showing up on the breakfast menu when I have time to make some. Most cereal is just not healthy.

My kids enjoy my homemade granola. I make a kettle corn version that everyone goes crazy for.

But it sure is nice to get variety once in a while. And to give myself a break (it’s hard work cooking for a family with so many different allergies!)

So I was excited to try two products from Nature’s Path – Pumpkin flax granola and Cranberry Vanilla Qia.

Big helpers.

Since I can’t have either my big kids gladly volunteered to be the taste testers!

Both kids really loved the Qia. It is a unique blend of seeds and dried fruit. We tried it in both milk and yogurt. Either way is great. Just mix and let it sit for five minutes. Breakfast is served.

My oldest was the granola sampler (since my son is allergic to some of the ingredients). She gave it two thumbs up!

She even got an extra special treat one day with an Oh My Yog! yogurt and pumpkin flax granola in her lunch.

From a flavor standpoint both products are winners.

My kids reviewed the taste. I reviewed the ingredients.

I was disappointed to see soy oil in the granola. We try to avoid all soy. I also am not sure what oat syrup solids are. It sounds a lot like corn syrup solids, just using a different grain.

I was hopeful as I read the ingredient list of the Qia cereal. Until I got to the last one – natural vanilla flavor.

Natural flavor is my biggest pet peeve when it comes to “natural” products.

Natural flavor is pretty much the same thing as artificial flavor.

They may start with different ingredients, but the end product is about the same. And they impact my children the same way.

Both make my kids C-R-A-Z-Y.

Preparation is key.

I also think that seeds and grains need to be properly prepared to avoid nutrient deficiencies and to aid in digestion. Eating all of these oats and seeds that haven’t been soaked can be hard on the gut. My son seemed to have a really hard time with the seeds and had some off tummy days.

So I did let my kids try both products. But they are not items I would let them have regularly.

Pumpkin flax granola is good for those times when you are traveling or for those days here and there when you really have no time at all to prepare breakfast.

It also makes a great addition to muffins! Especially if you can’t have eggs.

Flax seed is a great egg substitute.

So I used the pumpkin flax flavor of the granola and bumped it up with real pumpkin and flax seeds to create gluten free egg free pumpkin flax granola muffins.

A little sprinkle of granola on top adds a nice crunch and burst of flavor.

Since I like to prepare my grains I used Stonyfield whole milk yogurt to soak the flour first. The yogurt not only breaks down the phytic acid, it also helps bind the muffins and give them a soft texture.

You can make the muffins with or without the granola added. I made some without for my son and he still loved them.

Pumpkin and flax are a great pair. Put them in a muffin and you have a great fall breakfast. Make a big batch to stock the freezer for easy weekday mornings.

Are you a cereal fan? Or do muffins top your list?

Why not put them together and enjoy some pumpkin flax granola muffins. Use pumpkin flax granola or your favorite homemade granola for a new twist on breakfast.

Gluten Free Pumpkin Flax Granola Muffins

2015-10-24 05:31:35

Serves 12

A gluten and egg free muffin with pumpkin flavor and crunchy granola.

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Ingredients

1 cup sorghum flour (or brown rice or whole wheat)
1/4 cup warm water
1/2 cup plain, whole milk yogurt
1 cup tapioca flour (or white rice or all purpose)
1/2 cup granola + 1/4 cup for topping
1/2 cup pureed pumpkin
2 Tbsp. ground flax seeds
1/3 cup organic cane sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. unrefined sea salt
3 Tbsp. whole milk
Optional: 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit

Instructions

In a large bowl combine the sorghum, water and yogurt. Cover and let sit 7-24 hours.
Heat the oven to 350*F. Line a muffin pan with paper or silicon muffin cups.
Add the flax seeds to the soaked flour. Let sit 5 minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients (except granola for topping).
Mix well.
Fill muffin cups 3/4 full. Sprinkle granola on top of each muffin.
Bake for 25 - 30 minutes.

Notes

Squash or sweet potato can be used in place of the pumpkin.
The muffins can be made without the granola.
To make these dairy free replace the yogurt and milk with coconut milk or water.

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October 21, 2015

Molasses Tonic

In need of a warm drink that not only tastes good but is packed with essential minerals? Molasses tonic is the perfect warm up and pick-me-up drink for cold weather.

I like warm drinks. Do you?

Even on the hottest summer days I still start the day with a warm drink. It has a calming effect on my mind and body. In fact I’m sipping on one right now while I write this post!

I’ve never been a coffee drinker. I usually go for tea.

But these days I pretty much drink one of two things. Either healing hot chocolate or molasses tonic. Both provide minerals in a great tasting, soothing beverage.

You may be wondering, what’s so great about molasses? Isn’t that just sugar?

Molasses is actually packed with vitamins and minerals.

It contains:

potassium
magnesium
calcium
iron
vitamin B6
niacin
pantothenic acid
choline
phosphorus
zinc
copper
selenium
chromium
cobalt
sodium

It has also been shown to be helpful with a variety of health issues from PMS, headaches and acne to bone health and constipation.

What’s not to love?

Well, maybe the flavor.

Molasses is an acquired taste.

At least for me. If you are not a fan just start with a small amount and work your way up to a full tablespoon.

You can even do half molasses and half maple syrup to start. Maple syrup has minerals too!

As you can see molasses is very nutritious. You could just take a big spoonful once or twice a day.

I like to combine it with some other nutrients in a hot drink to really give my body a boost.

So you can add any or all of the following to create a molasses tonic:

stinging nettle (allergy relief, reduce inflammation)
grass-fed collagen (easy-to-digest protein, gut healing)
unrefined sea salt (trace minerals, hydration/electrolyte balance)
cocoa powder (magnesium, iron, fiber, manganese, zinc, flavonoids)
carob powder (calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium)
maple syrup (calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus sodium, potassium, zinc)
butter and/or coconut oil (healthy saturated fat, helps balance the protein and carbohydrates)

When you put all of these together molasses tonic can practically be a meal replacement! And if you have a super busy morning here and there it could be. I drink it after a meal. Though it is best to wait an hour after eating to let your food settle/start digesting first.

If you don’t have time or all of the ingredients to make the full molasses tonic you can simply add molasses and sea salt to hot water. You’ll still get a big nutritional boost and feel hydrated.

The next time you need a hot beverage skip the coffee. Instead whip up a power packed molasses tonic.

This is great for kids too. Add some whole milk or coconut milk to their molasses tonic for a creamy drink.

Do you consume molasses regularly? What is your favorite way to use it?

Molasses Tonic

2015-10-15 05:39:57

Serves 1

A warm drink packed with vitamins and minerals

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Ingredients

1 1/2 - 2 cups boiling water
1/2 - 1 Tbsp. blackstrap molasses
1/4 tsp. unrefined sea salt

optional

1 tsp. nettle leaf
1 Tbsp. grass-fed collagen
1 tsp. organic cocoa powder
1/2 tsp. organic carob powder
2 tsp. grade B maple syrup
1 Tbsp. butter or coconut oil
2-4 Tbsp. whole milk or coconut milk

Instructions

If using nettle leaf, use a tea strainer or cheesecloth to steep nettle leaves in 1/2 cup boiling water for 10 minutes. Remove the leaves.
Add the remaining boiling water and ingredients.
Stir to combine.
Allow to cool enough to drink or add ice cubes or milk.

Notes

This can be served warm or cold (iced molasses tonic).
This can be placed in a water bottle and packed for school lunch.

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Have you tried any of the latest Stonyfield full fat yogurts? What do you think?

I LOVE dairy. Love it.

Problem solved.

More than just great taste.

Have you had to say goodbye to yogurt due to allergies?

How do they taste?

Click here to head over to Super Healthy Kids where I’m sharing this delicious black forest smoothie! The perfect breakfast for Valentine’s Day or any day.

BRAT diet doesn’t exist here.

Oats to the rescue.

What is your go-to food when recovering from a stomach virus?

Sensitive Tummies

Allergy Relief

Mom’s cookies are the best.

We would eat two or three fresh out of the oven.

Finding an alternative.

Dessert or breakfast.

Soft cookie dough with melted chocolate.

In need of a cookie fix?

Big helpers.

My kids reviewed the taste. I reviewed the ingredients.

Natural flavor is my biggest pet peeve when it comes to “natural” products.

Natural flavor is pretty much the same thing as artificial flavor.

Both make my kids C-R-A-Z-Y.

Preparation is key.

Flax seed is a great egg substitute.

Are you a cereal fan? Or do muffins top your list?

Molasses is actually packed with vitamins and minerals.

Molasses is an acquired taste.

So you can add any or all of the following to create a molasses tonic:

Do you consume molasses regularly? What is your favorite way to use it?

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