Ready for fall and all things pumpkin spice?
I’m easing myself in with pumpkin seed granola. A little sweet, not overly pumpkin spicy, and is a perfect Greek yogurt (coconut yogurt for me) topping.
It is packed with pumpkin and flax seed for a super healthy boost (especially if you are seed cycling*). The key to get the most bang for your buck with these seeds is to grind some of them in a clean coffee grinder in order that your body can best absorb the nutrients. A food processor isn’t quite as effective if you are looking for hormonal benefits, but otherwise it will do just fine. .
Also, I get the best crunch from granola when I make it in my food dehydrator but you could also make this in the oven set at the lowest setting, checking frequently for it to be brown and crispy.
Finally, a high quality collagen protein powder is a great addition to granola (well just about anything in my opinion), but all collagen products are NOT created equally. Three important factors to consider: look for hydrolyzed peptides, the types of collagen included, and the inclusion of ingredients to maximize absorption.
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