How to Make Grainless Granola

Known as “health food,” conventional granola is actually a “metabolism death food” because it contains high levels of inflammatory sugars and grains. As a healthy alternative to conventional granola, opt for this healthy grainless granola recipe that is full of healthy fats that will help curb hunger cravings. Plus, it’s a high-fiber food with plenty of minerals and the perfect snack when you’re on the go!

Ingredients:

1 cup raw sunflower seeds

1 cup dried apple slices, chopped

1 cup raw pecans, chopped

1 cup raisins

1 cup raw almonds, chopped

½ tsp. each of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves

Optional: ½ tsp. sea salt

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and serve

Health Benefits:

-Sunflower Seeds: very nutrient-dense; high in vitamins and minerals, especially phosphorus, manganese, and zinc

-Apples: packed with fiber and pectin; promote fat loss; high in antioxidants

-Pecans: most antioxidant-rich nut; healthy fat

-Raisins: high in antioxidants, especially resveratrol, to help fight heart disease, cancer, and promote weight loss; also packed with potassium

-Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Cloves: high in antioxidants, help balance blood sugar levels

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