This decadent salted chocolate torte is my current obsession. It contains no added sugar, but you honestly wouldn’t even know. It’s rich, silky, sweet from the dates, and so unbelievably satisfying. It’s also far more blood-sugar friendly than your typical dessert because the natural sweetness is beautifully balanced with healthy fats, protein, and fibre. And the best part? It’s incredibly easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time if you want to make it for a celebration or to share with guests. This one is always a show-stopper.
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These dark chocolate fat bombs are packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, the perfect combo to keep your blood sugar steady and your sweet tooth satisfied. Because balancing your blood sugar doesn’t mean giving up chocolate.
This blueberry chocolate smoothie not only supports liver health, it also supports gut health and is blood sugar supportive which means it also supports hormonal health. Supporting blood sugar balance and liver health are the foundations for supporting hormonal health. INGREDIENT BENEFITS: - cauliflower: estrogen detoxification, fibre to gut health - flaxseeds: estrogen detoxification, an amazing source of fibre to support the microbiome - organic blueberries: rich in anthocyanins, antioxidants that reduce inflammation and protect the liver from oxidative stress - protein: amino acids needed to proper liver detoxification
Prep it the night before and it's ready the moment you wake up, no effort required. Every single ingredient in this recipe is doing something beautiful for your skin. Chia seeds are a great plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids which help reduce inflammation, support your skin's moisture barrier, and keep it looking plump and healthy. Avocado brings vitamin E and healthy monounsaturated fats - both essential for skin elasticity and protecting against the kind of oxidative stress that accelerates ageing. Matcha is rich in antioxidants called catechins that help protect skin cells from damage, and gives you a calm, steady energy without the coffee jitters, and the manuka honey has natural antibacterial properties and gut supporting benefits. Your skin will thank you for this!
This decadent chocolate mousse smoothie is all kinds of delicious! It’s a fantastic breakfast option if you prefer a sweeter breakfast. It's jam-packed with healthy fats, antioxidants, minerals, and protein to nourish your body, give you glowing skin, support stable blood sugar levels, and give you lasting energy.
This anti-inflammatory smoothie is jam-packed full of goodness. This is a recipe that I often recommend to my clients, particularly if they have an inflammatory condition. Inflammation is at the core of most common health woes - such as weight gain, gut dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, skin issues, auto-immune conditions, to name just a few. If you’re struggling with an inflammatory condition or any kind of inflammation, give this smoothie a try.
If you’re short on time in the morning this high protein chocolate breakfast bar recipe is for you! It’s gluten free, dairy free and contains no added sugar! What’s even better is that it takes less than 15 minutes to make and is loaded with wholefood ingredients which will fuel your body for the day ahead. It contains lots of healthy fats to help your skin glow and support cellular health, also to help keep you satiated between meals. It also contains lots of protein to help keep your blood sugar levels stable, this helps with reducing cravings later in the day. Slice this recipe into 6 bars and grab one as you walk out the door in the morning.
This high fibre no-grain bircher is gut-friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, low GI, and is paleo and vegan friendly. This breakfast is also very high in protein and healthy fats. Starting your day with a breakfast high in fat and protein is vital if you want to have stable energy levels throughout the day. These two food groups also help to switch off your hunger hormones. This is a fantastic make-ahead breakfast that you could prep 3-4 days' worth during the weekend. Just grab a few small jars, pour the ingredients into each of them, and let them sit in the fridge. It's a great way to ensure you have a nourishing, blood sugar-friendly breakfast that you can grab as you run out the door in the morning. During the winter months, I love to warm this breakfast up over the stove for a few minutes to enjoy as a nourishing grain-free porridge.
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