Simple chia and blueberry pudding

I have a thing for these tiny seeds and blueberries, for a number of reasons – to name a few:

Chia seeds: did you know that ‘chia’ is the Mayan word for ‘strength’? They are loaded with protein, fiber, calcium, manganese and magnesium, phosphorus, antioxidants, omega 3 fatty acids! So you have an energy and nutrient packed gem in your hands!

Blueberries: my favourite berries! Packed with vitamin c and k and considered the king of antioxidant foods, they have so many health benefits you simply need to have them in your daily diet!

So, combined these 2 ingredients, gives you a pretty good start to your day or serves as a really good, low calories high energy snack in between meals.

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Chocolate and Super foods smoothie

You know that feeling of satisfaction you get when you’ve eaten something really delicious and at the same time really nutritious…?! Well, you are going to have it with every sip of this bad ass smoothie! Promise! So much goodness in one glass! Let’s see:

Spinach: often recognized as one of the functional foods for its health benefiting nutritional, antioxidants and anti-cancer composition. It’s loaded with iron, vitamins A, C, K, good amounts of many B-complex vitamins and minerals like potassium, manganese, magnesium, copper and zinc. Also a great source of plant based protein. 

Avocado:  a good source of important nutrient benefits, including potassium, vitamin K, vitamin E, fiber, magnesium, and monounsaturated fat.

Hemp powder: packed with plant based protein and omega 3 and 6 fats and fiber, as well as minerals and antioxidants.

Maca powder: a good source of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, Vitamin C, B1, B2, B6, and B12. It is said that the Inkas used to consume it before battle to give them energy and endurance.

Moringa powder: made from the naturally dried leaf of the Moringa Tree, moringa powder is one of the most nutrient-dense raw whole foods on the planet. It is a rich source of protein, fibre, iron and vitamins A and K and a source of vitamin E, calcium and magnesium

Cacao: rich in iron, magnesium, antioxidants and also a mood elevator and natural antidepressant.

Cinnamon: has been used in medicine for thousands of years. It is loaded with antioxidants, has anti-inflammatory properties, boosts the immune system

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Tahini and fruits smoothie

What do you do when you love tahini sooo much that you want to add it in every meal?! You do just that! I find it very versatile, you can use it in your smoothies, in your salads, sandwiches, cakes, cookies!

This smoothie is delicious and the tahini really gives it its edge! Tahini is a great protein source, high in amino acids and healthy fats and a great source of vitamins and minerals.

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Strawberry, Banana, Peach and Maca smoothie bowl

Summer is really here in Cyprus with temperatures reaching 40 degrees! And mornings are not cool either. So smoothie bowls are really are comforting as it gets, to start your day! Summer has so many delicious fruits, you just need to let your imagination run free and voila: a super healthy, cold bowl from paradise!

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Simple Acai bowl

What’s there not to love about berries?! A single day does not pass by that I don’t eat one berry or another! The latest addition to my pantry is acai powder; and I am going wild!! Lol! A few words on acai berries: they are packed with antioxidants, amino acids, good fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Hence they are a great antioxidant source, aiding in neutralizing damaging free radicals,  boost your energy levels, support the immune system and promote a healthy digestive system, among other! 

As far as tastes goes, to me it tastes like chocolaty wine! If that makes sense!

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Carrot and Pineapple smoothie

Yes, it can be done: carrots can be used in your smoothies! And you know what? They are delicious! You just need to use your imagination – pair them with a bit of vanilla, acave or maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger and voila!

And it’s also nutritious:

carrots are the source not only of beta-carotene, but also of a wide variety of antioxidants and other health-supporting nutrients.

pineapple is packed with vitamin C – the body’s primary water-soluble antioxidant, manganese and vitamins B6 and B1

ginger is known for its noninflammatory actions as well as gastrointestinal relieving powers.

cinnamon is reach in manganese, fiber and calcium.

Maybe, just maybe I’ve convinced you to try this one? 🙂

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Mulberry Lemony smoothie

I know it is a bit of a cliche, but it is really all about the small and simple things in life!! For example, this morning i discovered how amazingly delicious mulberries are with lemon!!

It’s the season of fresh mulberries now and I am going through my mulberry frenzy phase! Hence this week’s posts are all about mulberries!

Confession: i did not know about these little gems – likely a chef friend of mine taught me everything i needed to know!

I usually don’t write long prologues, but just a couple of words on mulberries: highly antioxidant and a great source of vitamins (A,C,E, K and B compex) and minerals (iron,potassium, manganese, and magnesium) essential to good health. 

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