I bet you've never come across a flavour profile for an 'energy bite' like this one!

If you're a huge fan of the brightness and tang of fresh lemon, love the crunchiness of rolled oats, raw nuts/seeds and unsweetened/shredded coconut, and can get on board with the taste of turmeric, then you'll LOVE this recipe!

Balanced with fiber, fat and protein, they're the perfect, refreshing snack while on-the-go, just in time for the spring and summer ahead! 2-3 of them go a long way in being fuelling and satiating!

NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF THE KEY INGREDIENTS

Lemon[i]:

• Cleanses the liver and the bloodstream
• Supports digestion
• Strengthens Immune System function
• Helps regulate blood cholesterol levels and blood pressure
• Alkalizing for the body once metabolized
• Be sure to seek out firm and heavy lemons that have a rich and vibrant yellow colour, along with a smooth and slightly-glossy outer surface

Turmeric[ii]:

• Is considered to be a full-body tonic
• Its active constituent curcumin is a potent antioxidant
• Soothes inflammation and supports the reduction of histamine levels in the body; histamine is a bodily chemical released as part of the body’s immune response

Black Pepper[iii]:

• Its bioactive compound piperine may boost the body's ability to absorb curcumin

Access the recipe HERE.

If you make these energy bites, be sure to tag me on Facebook or Instagram with your creation, letting me know what you think of them, and so I can drool over what you've created in your own kitchen!

Enjoy!

SOURCES

[i] Balch, P. A. (2003) Prescription for Dietary Wellness, 2nd ed. New York, NY: Avery.

[ii] Balch, P. A. (2003) Prescription for Dietary Wellness, 2nd ed. New York, NY: Avery.

[iii] Goodson, A. (2018, July 4) Why Turmeric and Black Pepper is a Powerful Combination. Retrieved December 22, 2018 from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/turmeric-and-black-pepper