Menopause Mood-Stabilizing Snack - St. John's Wort and Dark Chocolate Energy Balls - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (120g) St. John's Wort
- 1 cup (240g) Dark Chocolate (70% or higher)
- 1/2 cup (120g) Almond Butter
- 1/4 cup (60g) Honey
- 1/2 cup (120g) Rolled Oats
- 1/4 cup (60g) Chia Seeds
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted chocolate, St. John's Wort, almond butter, honey, oats, and chia seeds.
- Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Chia Seeds.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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