So almond/cashew/coconut, etc. milk is a food that Dr. Gregor classifies as a yellow light. Meaning, it is should be used sparingly and only if it helps you get more of the good food in your body.
I give this chocolate milk treat to the kids on occasion and I get "cool mom" bonus points!😎👏
Cacao and cocoa have amazing health benefits. Chocolate does not (added sugar and fat).
Cacao and cocoa:
-lower bad cholesterol -boost good cholesterol -lowers blood pressure -packed with flavanol phytonutonutrients (like green tea)
http://nutritionfacts.org/video/cocoa-good-chocolate-bad/
Here is a way to satisfy a sweet tooth and get an amazing superfood in your body!
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Chocolate Milk Treat Smoothie
(serves 1-2 people)
INGREDIENTS:
-8 oz. unsweetened almond milk -1 banana -2 tsp cacao powder*
DIRECTIONS:
1. Blend in a high-powered blender. (Makes a large glass, perfect to split between my big kids.)
*Cacao powder can have stimulating effects. A great afternoon pick-me-up but some prefer not to give it to their children. Mine do not react at all to it. Please feel free to do your own homework!
