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Why Everyone Should Soak their Oats and How to Do it!

You like to lay back and have a soak, so do your oats. And your belly will thank you for it! Oats, particularly the steel cut, have blown up lately. Some people see them as super food well others say to stay away. Part of this split is because oats can be hard on the digestive tract much like any seed! Seeds are meant to be hard to break down so they can survive and be grown into new plants so they block digestive enzymes with phytic acid. This acid can also bind to minerals and prevent their absorption as well! Does This Mean I should Avoid Oats? No! In my opinion, oats can be a great source of nutrients. Oats are an antioxidant that is also a good source of protein, fiber, and carbs, well also containing a large amount of vitamins and minerals like iron and magnesium. So instead of omitting them we can simply give them an acid soak to make them more digestible! The process of acid soaking overnight releases phytase which will breakdown the phytic acid! Not

Chocolate Coconut Snowballs

Chocolate Coconut Snowballs Anyone else like no-bake recipes as much as I do? I am such a fan I decided I am going to do a full series of ‘no-bake’ recip es, starting with these Chocolate Coconut Snow Balls! One of the many things I lo ve about these snowballs (besides the whole no-bake thing) is that they are jam-packed with lots of nutrients! If you take a look at the ingredient list it’s pretty obvious that these little balls are a GREAT choice when you’re looking for an easy healthy snack! INGREDIENTS AND BENEFITS Healthy Fats: Coconut Flakes: There are multiple benefits of eating coconut, not only is it super filling because of its fat conten t, but it is also packed with lots of minerals and antioxidants. One of the minerals is a large amount of manganese, which helps with the breakdown of carbs and proteins, well also contributing to b one health! Flax Seed: one of the main reasons I try and add flaxseeds to as many things as possible is because they are an Omega 3

HOW TO GET OUT OF A SLUMP

Ever feel off your game? Or like you have no motivation? Congratulations that means you’re normal and chances are you are just in a slump. It happens to everyone whether it be with the gym, at work, or in your personal life. Don’t worry though it’s only temporary and there are lots of things you can do to get through this low period a little faster. First off.. DON’T STRESS ABOUT IT! It doesn’t matter who you are NO ONE can be 100 % all the time. We have highs and lows and that is totally normal so don’t beat yourself up about it because you will overcome this slump faster if you stay positive. It will take a time and patients, so just keep pushing. TAKE A STEP BACK! There is nothing wrong with taking a personal day or vacation to figure your stuff out! If you need space or time to think about things then take it! An extra day off or a trip somewhere can really help you reset and refresh yourself, which brings me to my next tip; SHAKE IT UP! One of

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