Saturday, December 10, 2011

Chocolate Raspberry Chia Seed Almond Balls

These are a perfect holiday treat, or a treat for any time of year! My kids don't even realize they are eating something truly healthy when they have these for dessert, I love it!

Chia seeds are the richest non-marine whole food source of Omega-3 and dietary fiber currently known to man. Chia promotes cardiovascular health. According to the American Heart Association, Omega-3 fatty acids can normalize blood pressure and bad cholesterol levels, while helping promote healthy heart and blood vessels. Assists joint function & mobility. With six times more calcium than milk, and with greater amounts of high-quality protein than the one found in soy, Chia also helps strengthen muscles and bones. Improves digestion & natural detoxification.
Chia can absorb a whopping 12+ times its weight in water – flax seed only absorbs 6-8 times its weight. Chia´s insoluble fiber reduces digestive transit time and removes toxins as it passes through the digestive tract.

2 cups raw almonds
2 Tbs honey or agave nectar
2 Tbs flax oil
2 Tbs Barleans Chocolate Raspberry oil
1 tsp cinnamon
3 Tbs chia seeds

Mix all ingredients in a food processor until well blended, about the consistency of thick peanut butter. Then form into 1-2 inch balls and refrigerate 2 hours before serving. Store in refrigerator in a sealed container up to 2 weeks.

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