Cooking Method: Antioxidants
Berry mint smoothie
Anti oxidants in the blueberry and mint leaf aids in boosting the immune system and general health
Ever green smoothie
Energy boost before exercise. High in antioxidants and fibers
Homemade peanut butter
- Sunflower seed oil have less smell/flavor than other plant oils and is therefor more suitable for making peanut butter.
- Keep in a container with a tight lid and store in the fridge to slow down oxidation and separation of the oils in the peanut butter.
- To avoid oil on top of the jar store the container upside down
Benefits of peanut butter:
Peanuts are rich in fibers, protein and contain a majority of saturated fat.
Potassium, antioxidants, magnesium, vitamin B6 and vitamin E are also abundant in peanut butter. It is good for bone building and muscle recovery.
Home made peanut butter are free from hydrogenated fats (used to prevent commercially made peanut butter from separating) and the amount of sugar and salt can be controlled.
Because of the high fat content it is best not to consume more than 2 tbsp of peanut butter per day.
Banana blueberry ice cream
Energy and vitamins/minerals from banana, anti oxidants from dark chocolate and berries. Tasty and healthy desert full of fibers and goodies!
Raspberry ice cream sundae
High in antioxidants and low in sugar and calories. Ideal for a healthy desert.
Green ginger juice
High in anti oxidants, lowers the risk of colon cancer and help to fight free radicals in the body
Gives relief from constipation and aids digestion
Pink smoothie
Fiber rich energy booster that make you feel full for a long time.
Prevent constipation and aids the digestive system.
High in in the antioxidant anthocyanin which aids in combating free radicals causing cancer and other diseases.
Red Sunset
Drink on an empty stomache and let all the vitamins and nutrients enter you system
The ascorbic acid in oranges and apples aids the body in producing the protein collagen needed for the body to repair skin and nails
Beta carotene in the carrots supports the immune system and vision
Wild blueberry ice cream
High in anti oxidants and low in calories
A perfect refreshing desert for people on a diet
Strawberry sorbet
Low calorie, low glycemic index food suitable for diabetics and full of anti oxidants
Rich in fiber, folic acid, potassium, magnesium and vitamin C
Potassium helps to lower the blood pressure in people with high blood pressure caused by too much sodium intake
Strawberry also contain the natural anti inflammatory flavonoid component called quercetin
Antioxidants in strawberry include kaempferol and anthocyanins
