Snack: Vegan Cinnamon Almond Granola Bars

A simple and easy treat, good for snacks, breakfasts or long hikes.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Cinnamon, Flax Seed, Agave

Health and fertility benefits of Vegan Cinnamon Almond Granola Bars

Cinnamon is one of the best ingredients that someone with insulin sensitivity can eat. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. Cinnamon contains hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effects of insulin. It has also been suggested that Cinnamon prevents post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate - meaning that food digests slowly. (Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11506060). Flaxseed can be used to combat PCOS as it helps decrease androgen levels. It contains lignans that increase the production of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) that binds testosterone in the blood, thereby preventing it from wreaking havoc in the body. Being high in fiber, flaxseed helps slow down glucose metabolism and lower cholesterol levels. The omega-3 fatty acids in this flaxseed also reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease. Agave has a low glycemic index (GI) of 17.

Ingredients

1/3 cup, slivered almonds
1/3 cup flax seeds
1/2 cup raisins
2 1/2 tsps cinnamon
5 tbsp agave nectar
2 1/4 cups rolled oats

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients except dried fruit.

2. Spread evenly on to a large baking sheet.

3. Bake at 350 °F (175 °C) for 15 minutes, stirring mixture every 5 minutes.

4. Note: you can add any other dried fruit like cranberries or dates, if you decide to modify.

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