There are two great falls flavors that can add health and nutrition to your ever shortening fall days. Any guesses? The first is Pumpkin, The canned variety (unsweetened) is just fine. Try adding it to pancakes or oatmeal for a great tasting seasonal breakfast. When I was wrestling, this was one of my favorite in season breakfasts. Pumpkin is rich in fiber, about 7 grams for a small serving, so it keeps you feeling full. Besides tasting great, it adds moisture to recipes and provides a small dose of healthy fats. It is also rich in antioxidants! When you have to wake up while it is still dark, you might as well wake to something deliciously fall.
Here is a recipe I found that is close to what I used to make, but I prefer oat flour over wheat...
http://pinchmysalt.com/2007/10/14/my-recipe-for-whole-wheat-pumpkin-pancakes/
The second great fall ingredient for health is cinnamon. This simple spice can actually help better control blood sugar and keep levels steady after a meal. One trick I use is to finish a meal with a cup of no sugar added apple sauce with a teaspoon of organic cinnamon. The cinnamon helps slow the flow of sugar into the blood and the apple/cinnamon combination is an antioxidant powerhouse! Also, this is a great way to let your brain know that that the meal is over. If you get in the habit of finishing a meal with this tasty combo, your brain will start to associate it with the end of the meal, making it easier not to keep snacking. It worked for me and I hope it does for you as well. I can still remember the smell of those pancakes in our little place in Champaign on a cool fall morning!
So this fall go apple picking and savor the season while you improve your health!
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