Trail Mix-Transform Your Kitchen-Episode #13

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People ask me all the time what I eat when I am on a road trip or out of town. My answer? I plan ahead and pack this Antioxidant Trail Mix! Kids love this trail mix too--pack it for a school lunch or in the car on vacation.

Ingredients:

1 c. almonds

1 c. pecans

1 c. dried apple slices

1/2 c. raisins

1/2 c. dark chocolate chips (unsweetened)

1 tsp. sea salt, sprinkled

1 tsp. cinnamon, sprinkled

Directions:

1. Combine and mix all ingredients together in a bowl and enjoy!

Health Benefits:

-Antioxidants: This trail mix is high in antioxidants, which help fight free radicals, promote anti-aging, and boost energy levels

-Almonds: great source of healthy monounsaturated, omega-9 fatty acids to help balance hormones, lubricate joints, and promote overall health; also great source of fiber to promote healthy bowels and detoxification

-Pecans: most antioxidant-rich nut; also great source of fiber to promote healthy bowels and detoxification

-Apples: great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals, high in antioxidants

-Raisins: loaded with potassium, an electrolyte that promotes speedy recovery and boosts energy levels; also high in antioxidants, including resveratrol

-Dark Chocolate: cocoa is the antioxidant-rich nutrient found in dark chocolate

-Sea Salt: great source of trace minerals

-Cinnamon: nutrient dense, highest antioxidant food, great for balancing blood glucose to help reverse diabetes, promote weight loss, and promote healthy energy levels

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