My clients often ask me…”Is there a healthy cereal I can eat?” Well, cereal is a processed carb that ultimately turns to sugar…so no, not really.
BUT! How about healthy granola? Yep! We can do that! I found a recipe for pumpkin granola that’s made with pumpkin, nuts, coconut, coconut oil, and spices. The recipe calls for maple syrup but I left out the dates and substituted maple syrup made with xylitol to reduce sugar. This recipe is high in good fat and protein—with no processed grains or sugar! You can eat it plain or top it with yogurt or any kind of milk (coconut, almond, hemp, or dairy).
I must warn you that one of my clients loves this recipe so much she has made it numerous times and has been eating it every day. (I kept your name anonymous, C, but you know who you are). 🙂
Ok, so I’ll admit I’m on a pumpkin kick. It will run its course but seriously—did any of you make the paleo pumpkin pie from last week? Oh boy…it was absolutely incredible and tasted just like “real” pumpkin pie but without the sugar, unhealthy fats, and processed carbs. In case you missed it you can find it here.
You could always make a practice pumpkin pie to test for Thanksgiving…and practice eating it of course!
Please let me know if you try any of these recipes and like them or have others to share with me!
Enjoy! 🙂
