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Pumpkin Pie Custard Recipe

The AHA! Team — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:58:59 +0000

Recipe by: Nutrition Facts – Pumpkin Pie Custard Recipe This Pumpkin Pie Custard is a healthy and delicious fall treat made with simple ingredients—a tasty way to check off a few Daily Dozen marks. COURSE: Dessert DIFFICULTY: Easy SERVINGS: 6 INGREDIENTS ▢15 oz of pumpkin puree (BPA-free can or Tetra Pak) ▢12-16 oz silken tofu ▢2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice ▢1 cup pitted dates ▢crushed pecans or walnuts as desired Cashew Drizzle (optional) ▢¾ cup water ▢½ cup raw cashews ▢¼ cup pitted dates ▢½ teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions Preheat the oven to 350F. Combine the pumpkin puree, silken tofu, pumpkin pie spice, and dates into a blender and blend until smooth. Taste the mixture and adjust the pumpkin pie spice and dates to your liking. Pour the mixture into a baking dish or small ramekins. Bake for about 35 minutes, or until the top cracks. To make the Cashew Drizzle, combine the water, cashews, dates, and vanilla in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth. Once the custard is done, top with the Cashew Drizzle and sprinkle with crushed walnuts or pecans. Enjoy! Notes – Tip: Freeze any leftover Cashew Drizzle for a future treat or add it to your morning oatmeal! To read the original article click here.

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Beyond Keto Cacao Pumpkin Muffins

The AHA! Team — Wed, 15 May 2024 08:09:36 +0000

Dr. Don Colbert – Pumpkin recipes are one of the best blessings of Autumn. When you use real pumpkin puree and ingredients, you get nutrients that fortify your body from your head to your toes. And, our Beyond Keto Cacao Pumpkin Muffins are full of pumpkin! Ready to try them yourself? They boost real pumpkin, healthy coconut flour, pumpkin spice, cacao nibs and more. Here’s how to make them and why you should. Delicious Beyond Keto Cacao Pumpkin Muffins Ingredients 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil for the muffin liners 4 large eggs ½ cup organic pure pumpkin puree 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled) 3/4 teaspoon organic liquid stevia (equals about ⅓ cup sugar) 2 teaspoons real vanilla extract 1.5 teaspoons pumpkin spice 6 tablespoons coconut flour 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup cacao nibs OR coconut flakes Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 6 muffin cups with foil or silicone liners. Spray or wipe liners with oil to prevent sticking (coconut flour can stick especially if you use paper liners). Set aside. Whisk eggs, pumpkin puree, melted butter, stevia, vanilla, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Add in the coconut flour and salt, mixing patiently until very smooth. Then, mix in the baking powder. Finally, fold in cacao nibs or coconut flakes. Using a 4-tablespoon scoop (1/4 cup), scoop and pour the batter into the prepared muffin cups. Bake muffins until they are set and a toothpick inserted in their center comes out clean, 22-25 minutes. Transfer the muffins to a cooling rack and cool them completely before enjoying them (if they look odd to start, don’t worry – their texture significantly improves as they cool). Muffins can be stored in a sealed container for up to 5 days (but they won’t last!). They also freeze well up to 3 months. Enjoy! Nutrition info (1 muffin): 196 calories, 15 grams fat, 9 grams saturated fats, 4.5 gm net carbs (10.5 grams total carbs, 6 grams fiber), 6 grams protein, 3 grams protein Health Benefits of Cacao Pumpkin Muffins One of the best parts of Autumn is pumpkin. These days, we find it everywhere. In our coffee, in our soups, and certainly in our snacks. Fortunately, offers amazing health benefits (1). Here’s what pumpkin has for your body: 1. Antioxidants Pumpkin contains alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, and zeaxanthin. These are strong antioxidants, and they will work together to fight free radicals, reduce the risk of cancer, promote heart health, reduce cholesterol-plaque formations, and preserve eye health. In fact, when pumpkins are analyzed, lutein is the most abundant carotenoid therein (2). Lutein and the other carotenoids can protect body organs and tissue from free radical damage and oxidative stress. This is incredibly beneficial as oxidative damages are always related to cancer, premature aging, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, atherosclerosis, and a series of other degenerative diseases (3). 2. Anti-Inflammatory Nutrients The cell walls of pumpkin contain pectin. Pectin contains components that are highly anti-inflammatory. How does this help you? Anti-inflammatory diets can improve many chronic diseases and symptoms. These include heart disease, joint pain, arthritis, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, asthma, and more. 3. Cellular Health The flesh of the pumpkin is not the only valuable component. Pumpkin seed oil is highly nutritious and beneficial to the body. In fact, pumpkin seed oil has specifically been shown to reduce the risk of cellular overgrowth and unhealth in the prostate, breast, colorectal, gastric, joints, heart, and lungs (4, 5, 6). Amazing! This is a great reason to also buy whole pumpkins, roast, and eat the seeds! 4. Heart-Health Components Pumpkin seeds also contain phytosterols. Phytosterols are the components used in cholesterol-lowering supplements, functional foods, and more. They are often termed plant sterols. What’s more, the carotenoids in pumpkin flesh can protect the heart and other body organs and tissue from free radical damage, oxidative stress, and plaque formation (3). 5. High Energy and More Nutrients Additionally, pumpkin is a great source of fiber, monounsaturated fats, omega-3s, B-vitamins, and copper. B-Vitamins and Copper both play a part in energy production, and can make a difference in your get-up-and-go! Pumpkin Spice Nutrition In addition, the spices used in our homemade pumpkin spice recipe are no nutrition slouches. Individually and together, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger provide anti-inflammatory, digestion, brain, circulation, heart health, anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, and other health benefits. Additionally, it fights free radicals and oxidative stress. Read all about them, and learn how to make your own homemade pumpkin spice here. Cacao Nutrition Lastly, cacao nibs are great for full-body health. In fact, their polyphenols can provide benefits to your heart, brain, and energy levels. Cocoa nibs promote reduced inflammation, reduced oxidative stress and free radicals, cellular health, and neurodegenerative protection. Bottom Line It simply doesn’t get better than this: amazing flavor and amazing health benefits! Our Beyond Keto Pumpkin Muffins are just what the doctor ordered for Autumn. Enjoy! To read the original article click here.

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Pumpkin Spice MCT Oil Powder! 3 Ways to Enjoy Today

AHA Publisher — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:00:45 +0000

Dr. Don Colbert – Sometimes, you just can’t get enough of a good thing. Take Pumpkin Spice. Simply, pumpkin spice is a mix of nourishing, delicious spices that provide a taste and aroma perfect for Autumn, Winter, and the Holidays. Next, take MCT Oil Powder. This incredibly healthy fat and brain-boosting nutrient should be an everyday part of an energizing, healthy diet. Put them together, and get more good things: Pumpkin Spice MCT Oil Powder! This decadent Keto Zone® MCT Oil Powder flavor is delicious and incredibly healthy. Here’s how to use it (3 ways!), and why you should. Keto Zone® Pumpkin Spice MCT Oil Powder – 3 Ways HOLIDAY PUMPKIN SPICE BREAD Ingredients: 2 cups almond flour 1 scoop Keto Zone® MCT Oil Powder (Pumpkin Spice) 3 tablespoons cup granulated keto-friendly sweetener 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup organic canned pumpkin puree 3 large eggs, organic Instructions: Prepare a loaf pan (9″×5″) by greasing with butter or lining with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. In a medium bowl, mix all ingredients until completely smooth. Pour mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Bake on the oven’s center rack for 60 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool COMPLETELY. Then, separate the bread from the pan by scraping along the sides with a knife. Pop the loaf out onto a serving plate. To store, cover loosely overnight on the countertop, or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Makes 12 servings. Enjoy! Nutrition info (per slice): 118 calories, 10 grams fat, 2 grams saturated fat, 2.5 grams net carbohydrates, (6 grams carbohydrates, 3.5 grams fiber), 4 grams protein Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients: 8 ounces organic cream cheese 4 ounces organic butter (grass-fed) 1 1/2 – 2 cups keto powdered sweetener 1 scoop Keto Zone® MCT Oil Powder (Pumpkin Spice) Instructions: Set the cream cheese and butter on counter and allow to warm to room temperature. Using a hand mixer, beat all ingredients until smooth. Add a bit of water or almond milk, as needed, to get to desired consistency. Adjust sweetener to preference. Enjoy on pies, breads, desserts, or in coffee! Nutrition info (per 2 tablespoons): 90 calories, 10 grams fat, 7 grams saturated fat, 1 grams net carbohydrates, (1 grams carbohydrates, 0 grams fiber), 1 grams protein Pumpkin Spice Mocha Ingredients: 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, organic if possible 1 scoop Keto Zone® MCT Oil Powder (Pumpkin Spice) 1 scoop Keto Zone® Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder (French Vanilla) 8 ounces strong coffee 1/2 cup almond milk, heated Instructions: Stovetop: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, mix 1/2 cup water, pumpkin puree, Keto Zone® MCT Oil Powder (Pumpkin Spice), and Keto Zone® Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder. Heat and stir until melted and combined to form a syrup, about 1-2 minutes. Microwave: Combine all ingredients in a large microwavable mug. Stir well. Heat on high in 30-second intervals, and stirring in between, until melted and combined to form a syrup. Typically, it will take 1.5-2 minutes, or 3-4 intervals of heating and stirring. Add coffee and heated milk to syrup. Stir very well or place in a blender to combine and froth. Of note: when blending hot liquids in a blender, make sure to allow the steam to vent while blending by opening lid slightly. Blend with care at low speed. Make sure to not allow the hot liquid to explode out of the blender. Nutrition Info: 192 calories, 16 grams fat, 8 grams net carbs (14 grams carbs, 6 grams sugars – naturally occurring, 6 grams fiber), 28 grams protein 7 Proven Benefits of MCT Oil Powder 1. SUPPORTS HEALTHY HEART AND CARDIOVASCULAR FUNCTION Medium-chain triglycerides in MCT oil have been shown to improve cholesterol profiles by decreasing LDL cholesterol, decreasing the number of LDL particles, and increasing HDL cholesterol (1, 2). There are three primary ways MCT oil improves cardiovascular health. First, MCTs improve cholesterol profiles by decreasing LDL (bad cholesterol) while increasing HDL (good cholesterol). In turn, this improves the total cholesterol ratio. In one recent study, 17 overweight women were given MCTs for 27 days. When tested, their LDL cholesterol decreased, HDL increased, cholesterol ratio improved, and plasma glutathione increased (a powerful natural antioxidant). Researchers stated that their cardiovascular risk profile was improved (3). In another 2018 study, 96 adults consumed butter, coconut oil, or olive oil. When tested, LDL remained unchanged with coconut oil and olive oil. HDL significantly increased with coconut oil. This change improved the cholesterol profile in the coconut oil group (4). 2. FIGHTS INFLAMMATORY RESPONSES Inflammation is at the center of most chronic diseases, and is linked to heart disease, diabetes, cognitive degeneration, and more. MCTs can reduce inflammation in the body. In 2014, 30 adults with high cholesterol and inflammation consumed MCTs for 30 days. When retested, scientists found significant reductions in LDL, increases in HDL, and reductions in C-reactive protein (a marker for inflammation) (5). 3. SUPPORTS BRAIN HEALTH, ENERGY AND FOCUS When you’re in ketosis, and you consume MCT oil, your body is able to produce increased ketones. Currently, scientists are studying the effects of ketones, like those from MCTs, in preserving healthy brains and inhibiting degradation from aging (6). Additionally, researchers have found that ketones are usable fuel for the brain in those with Alzheimer’s disease, similar to young healthy brains. (7). In Alzheimer’s disease, there’s an impairment in the use of glucose by the brain. Utilizing ketones in the brain rather than glucose may result in memory improvements and brain function (8). Here’s what researchers found: Ketones are associated with many benefits, including reduced brain degradation from aging and improved brain function (9). 4. PROMOTES HEALTHY WEIGHTS Amazingly, MCTs can promote healthy weights and BMIs. This is great news since even moderate weight loss can improve cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugars, and inflammation. What’s more, since MCTs and fats, in general, improve satiety you also won’t feel too hungry even while trying to lose weight (10, 11). 5. ENCOURAGES OPTIMAL BLOOD SUGARS MCTs can improve blood sugars and decrease insulin output, thereby improving health and fat metabolism (12). In fact, MCTs can help reduce the risk of diabetes by: Decreasing insulin resistance Providing an alternate energy source to carbohydrates Preserving beta-cell health (decline in these cells contributes to diabetes) Promoting weight loss In one recent study, scientists concluded that MCT oils provided benefit to beta cells in both mice and humans. One key to combating diabetes is improving the health of these cells (13). Additionally, a 2016 animal study showed that MCTs improved both insulin resistance and inflammation. (14). While more human studies are needed, MCT oil powder is a promising supplement to help improve diabetes outcomes. 6. SUPPORTS HEALTHY DIGESTION Amazingly, MCTs can fight unhealthy yeasts while supporting an increase in healthy bacteria and absorption in the digestive tract (15). Unhealthy yeasts plague many people and cause a myriad of digestive and health issues. Digestive diseases can affect the body in many ways, including: Poor absorption, stunted growth, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and low energy Direct digestive symptoms such as constipation, bloated, and cramping Declining digestive tissues with the risk of ulcers, hemorrhoids, decreased healthy bacteria growth, fungus and yeast overgrowth, and diverticular diseases MCT oil powder eases digestion, since bile isn’t needed to digest MCTs. In fact, MCTs go from the intestines directly to the liver, and the body quickly uses them as energy or storage. MCTs can nourish those who can’t digest nutrients well. In one 2018 study, MCT supplementation decreased intestinal candida overgrowth in preterm infants. The candida decreased during supplementation, then increased again once it was stopped (16). MCTs can improve healthy bacteria levels, fat-soluble vitamin absorption, and energy metabolism (17). 7. PROMOTES YOUTHFUL ENERGY AND ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE If you’re looking for a fuel that increases energy, MCTs are one such fuel. Once delivered to the liver from the intestines, MCTs increase energy output in the mitochondria, which are the energy producers in cells (18). In addition, athletes typically look for ways to decrease lactate levels. When recreational athletes consumed MCTs, they experienced lower lactate levels during moderate and intense workouts than they did with other fats. This may lead to improved endurance and performance (19). Other researchers found that MCTs reduce high-temperature exercise performance issues and improve overall performance (20). Bottom Line It’s never a bad time to add more pumpkin spice to your life. Enjoy our delicious Keto Zone® Pumpkin Spice MCT Oil Powder with these 3 recipes this year. And, let us know your favorite ways to enjoy it! To read the original article click here.

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