Basic Sprouted Living Almond Milk 1 cup almonds (soaked overnight) 3 cups water Rinse almonds before blending. Place almonds in blender with water and mix until smooth. Strain through a sprout bag into pitcher. Place back in blender and add smoothie ingredients of your choice.
Smoothie Ideas VANILLA or CAROB ALMOND MILK 3 cups almond milk 3-5 Dates ½ tsp. vanilla extract or 1-2 tsp. carob powder
½ tsp. Cardamom ½ tsp. Cinnamon ¼ tsp. Cloves ½ tsp. Ginger ¼ tsp. Nutmeg Pinch Saffron ½ tsp. Ginseng 1 Qt. Almond milk Vanilla & Honey to taste.
1. Grind spices together. 2. Simmer spices in milk for three minutes. 3. Remove. Strain. Add vanilla & honey or agave.
Healing Benefits of Almonds
Almonds contribute to lowering cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of coronary heart disease,. Researchers are finding that eating almonds may reduce the impact carbohydrate- rich food has on blood sugar levels. Preliminary data highlight that eating almonds along with carbohydrate-rich foods creates a slower rise in blood sugar, which may increase satiety and help to keep insulin levels from fluctuating too dramatically. They also support skin and hair health (due to high alpha-tocopherols, Vitamin E), reduce anemia, support cell regeneration, serve as antioxidants, supports bone mineral density, and is a laxative.
A handful, of almonds is all it takes! They are an excellent source of vitamin E and magnesium, and a good source of fiber. They also offer heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, protein, potassium, calcium, phosphorous and iron.