SPRING HAS SPRUNG, HAVE A BALL!
The many delicious green vegetables that color our plates in spring contain chlorophyll.
Chlorophyll is a plant pigment responsible for many disease-fighting and detoxification abilities. Its many superpowers include
- Slowing the rate at which harmful bacteria can reproduce makes it a potent wound healer
- Anti-viral effects that protect the skin from viruses like herpes that cause cold sores, shingles, etc.
- Cleansing and detoxifying the liver by inhibiting the ability of certain chemicals to metabolize and cause cell damage
- Increasing the activity of enzymes that protect healthy cells.
Chlorphyll is the superhero you want on your side, and Spirulina is loaded with it!
Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that grows in both salt and fresh water. It is highly nutritious and a great source of protein, copper, and B vitamins—some evidence even suggests that Spirulina has anti-cancer properties.
Enjoy this recipe for chlorophyll-filled, protein-packed power balls! They’re no-bake and easy to make!
RECIPE: SPIRULINA BALLS
Ingredients
½ c. coconut oil (make sure it’s soft for easy mixing)
1/3 c. raw honey
½ tsp. mineral salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract or other flavor of your choice (i.e. peppermint, almond)
2 tbs. spirulina powder (or, up to ¼ c.)
¾ c. white or black sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds
½ c. hemp or chia or sunflower seeds
Optional-toasted coconut flakes or raw cacao powder in which to roll the balls
*Grind all seeds.
Directions
- Combine all ingredients (except the optional cacao or coconut flakes) in a bowl and mix well.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes or up to an hour so the balls stay formed when you roll them.
- Roll into bite-size balls and then roll in coconut or cacao.
- Store in the fridge but eat at room temperature for the best flavor and digestion.