Today’s whole food protein shake is shared by Dr. Mark Hyman, an advocate of functional medicine. He is the director of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, chairman of the Institute of Functional Medicine, a 10-time #1 New York Times bestselling author, and an internationally recognized leader, speaker, and educator. He is dedicated to tackling the root causes of chronic diseases thru functional medicine which is classifying and treating by cause and not by symptoms. He and his team continuously empower people, organizations, and communities to eat real and not processed food to heal their bodies and minds. Dr. Hyman also works with policymakers and influencers to harness the power of functional medicine to transform healthcare.
Dr. Hyman recommends this protein shake for breakfast. The great thing about this breakfast shake is that it has no sugar which is proven to make you fat. It is also packed with protein, fiber, omega 3-fatty acids, zinc, selenium, lauric acid, alpha linoleic acid, and antioxidants. This absolutely delicious shake should help keep your blood sugar even and insulin levels down, help you lose weight, and cut cravings.
Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp hemp seeds
• 2 tbsp soaked chia seeds
• 5 walnuts
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 3 Brazil nuts
• 1 tbsp organic extra virgin coconut butter
• 2 tbsp organic raw almond butter
• 1 banana
• 1 cup of wild blueberries
• 1 cup of water
• ½ cup of unsweetened almond milk
Instructions:
This recipe takes about 10 minutes to make. Serves 2.
Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Pour into drinking glasses and serve.
Ideas And Tips:
• You may use other unsweetened plant-based milk.
• You may use other nuts such as almonds, pecans or macadamia nuts.
• You may also add lemon rind and frozen cranberries.
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