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		<title>Vegan Butternut Squash Muffins</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 14:22:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Orange fleshed squash such as acorn and butternut are a large storehouse of beta-carotene. On top of being an antioxidant to help fend off those pesky cell-damaging free radicals, beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body that helps with immune defense and good vision. You could also do this entire recipe with pumpkin&#8230; or half and half! Ingredients Adapted from MarthaStewart.com 1 Large Butternut Squash (about 1-2/3 cups to 2 cups) 2 eggs worth of Ener-G or Smash [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Orange fleshed squash such as acorn and butternut are a large storehouse of <a title="Dark green, leafy vegetables enhances vitamin A in Children" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/dark-green-leafy-vegetables-enhances-vitamin-a-in-children">beta-carotene</a>. On top of being an <a title="Antioxidant Seaweed Salad" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/antioxidant-seaweed-salad">antioxidant</a> to help fend off those pesky cell-damaging <a title="Eating the peel of fruit-three times the antioxidant power!" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/eating-the-peel-of-fruit-three-times-the-antioxidant-power">free radicals</a>, beta-carotene is converted to <a title="Autumn Smoothie Recipe" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/autumn-smoothie-recipe">vitamin A</a> in the body that helps with immune defense and good vision. You could also do this entire recipe with pumpkin&#8230; or half and half!</h2>
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<p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p>
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<p><em>Adapted from MarthaStewart.com</em></p>
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<p>1 Large Butternut Squash (about 1-2/3 cups to 2 cups)</p>
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<p>2 eggs worth of Ener-G or Smash up a banana and 1/4 cup applesauce</p>
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<p>1 tsp vanilla extract</p>
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<p>3/4 cup <a title="sweeteners-substitute for sugar" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/sweeteners-substitute-for-sugar">agave</a> nectar</p>
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<p>1/2 Cup Softened Vegan Butter (earth balance)</p>
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<p>1 Tbsp Chia Seeds</p>
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<p>1/4 tsp Salt</p>
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<p>1/4 tsp <a title="Recipe for Vegan, Gluten-free Pumpkin Lasagna" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/recipe-for-vegan-gluten-free-pumpkin-lasagna">Pumpkin</a> Spice</p>
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<p>1/4 tsp Nutmeg</p>
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<p>1/2 tsp Ground Ginger</p>
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<p>1 tsp Cinnamon</p>
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<p>1 tsp Baking Soda</p>
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<p>1 tsp Baking Powder</p>
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<p>2 Cups Gluten-free Flour <em>(I suggest something neutral like brown rice flour or regular flour if you&#8217;re okay with gluten)<br />
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<p><strong>Directions</strong></p>
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<p>1. Preheat oven to 400º degrees. Wash, dry and cut the squash in half length wise and remove seeds and place on a baking sheet. Brush on some extra virgin olive oil. Bake for about an hour. Check to see if the squash is done by piercing it with a fork.</p>
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<p>2. Scoop the squash out, allow to cool and puree in your food processor. Set aside.</p>
<p>3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, <a title="Protein High Foods-What Food Provides Enough?" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/protein-high-foods-what-food-provides-enough">chia</a> seeds, baking soda &amp; powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and <a title="Healthy, vegan pumpkin pie recipe" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/healthy-vegan-pumpkin-pie-recipe">pumpkin</a> spice and set aside.</p>
<p>4. In a large bowl, whisk together the agave, vanilla, eggs substitute and butter. Add the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. Then whisk in the butternut squash puree. My batter was a little dry so I added a little almond milk and Organic canned pumpkin.</p>
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<p>5. Prepare your muffin pan and add the batter a little over halfway. I made 12 cupcakes, you can make more. Bake at 350º for 18 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center and check to see if it comes out clean.</p>
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<p><em>That&#8217;s it! Allow to cool and then smother with pumpkin butter, almond butter or just eat plain! Enjoy!!! <img src='http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </em></p>
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		<title>Cheezy Kelp Noodles</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:39:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sophie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kelp noodles are spectacular!!! It is virtually calorie free and doesn&#8217;t taste like the sea at all. There is no sugar, gluten, wheat, rice or flour. Kelp is known to aid the metabolism, boost energy, aid in digestion and they contain an abundance of minerals. PREP TIME = 10 &#8211; 15 minutes WAIT TIME = 0 &#8211; 1 hour EQUIPMENT = High powered blender,  dehydrator LASTS = 1-2 days SERVINGS = 4 INGREDIENTS 2 packages Sea Tangle Kelp Noodles 1⁄2 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Kelp noodles are spectacular!!! It is virtually calorie free and doesn&#8217;t taste like the sea at all. There is no sugar, gluten, wheat, rice or flour. Kelp is known to aid the metabolism, boost energy, aid in digestion and they contain an abundance of minerals.</h3>
<blockquote><p>PREP TIME = 10 &#8211; 15 minutes</p>
<p>WAIT TIME = 0 &#8211; 1 hour</p>
<p>EQUIPMENT = High powered blender,  dehydrator</p>
<p>LASTS = 1-2 days</p>
<p>SERVINGS = 4</p></blockquote>
<p><strong>INGREDIENTS</strong></p>
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<li>2 packages Sea Tangle Kelp Noodles</li>
<li>1⁄2 c nut cheeze</li>
<li>1⁄8 c olive oil</li>
<li>1 t fresh oregano, minced</li>
<li>1 t fresh rosemary, minced</li>
<li>2 t garlic, de-centered, minced</li>
<li>1⁄2 t Celtic sea salt</li>
<li>1 T fresh-squeezed lemon juice</li>
<li>2 t Bragg Aminos or Nama Shoyu</li>
<li>3 T Nutritional Yeast</li>
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<p><strong>STEP 1</strong></p>
<p>Soak the kelp noodles in hot water for 10-20 minutes. Drain and wring out the excess water.</p>
<p><strong>STEP 2</strong></p>
<p>Mix all ingredients in blender. Add sauce to kelp noodles.</p>
<p><strong>STEP 3</strong></p>
<p>It&#8217;s ready to serve now but if you want the pasta warm and soft, place all the pasta on a big serving plate and spread it out evenly.  Then put the plate (or just put the pasta on the tray if you don&#8217;t have an Excalibur) with the pasta in the dehydrator for 1 hour at 120°F.  Serve right out of the dehydrator so it is warm. If you don&#8217;t have a dehydrator you can put your oven on the lowest setting and put the plate on the stove shelf, or serve cold for a &#8220;cheezy pasta salad&#8221;!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/pesto-pasta.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-1008" title="pesto pasta" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/pesto-pasta-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a></p>
<h3>if you don&#8217;t want to make the sauce &#8220;cheezy&#8221; you can substitute the cheese for fresh basil and spinach and make it a Pesto pasta. (my favorite!) Garnish with raw pine nuts, tomatoes and spinach leaves. (check out the recipe &#8211;&gt;<a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/raw-vegan-recipe-for-pesto-kelp-noodles" target="_blank">here</a>!)</h3>
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		<title>Sweet Treat-Dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free!</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:43:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sophie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Now that I&#8217;m pregnant, I have to get blood taken all the time. I get kinda queasy after wards, and usually need a sugar hit like fruit or juice. My husband came prepared the last time, buying me a Naked smoothie and an Almond Joy. The Almond Joy was good, and made luckily with dark chocolate, but way too sugary with a ton of horrible additives. This recipe is a healthier version of Almond Joy made with coconut oil, carob, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Now that I&#8217;m pregnant, I have to get blood taken all the time. I get kinda queasy after wards, and usually need a sugar hit like fruit or juice. My husband came prepared the last time, buying me a Naked smoothie and an Almond Joy. The Almond Joy was good, and made luckily with dark chocolate, but way too sugary with a ton of horrible additives.</p>
<p>This recipe is a <strong><em>healthier</em></strong> version of Almond Joy made with coconut oil, carob, almonds, and agave. <strong>You&#8217;ll never know it&#8217;s dairy-free, sugar-free and gluten-free!!</strong></p>
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<li>
<div id="attachment_972" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 160px"><a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_1376.jpg"><img class="size-thumbnail wp-image-972 " title="ingredients" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_1376-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">ingredients</p></div>
<p>1  cup melted extra virgin coconut oil</li>
<li>1/4 cup organic raw almond butter</li>
<li>3 drops Liquid Stevia Vanilla Creme</li>
<li>3 drops Liquid Stevia Chocolate</li>
<li>4 tablespoons agave</li>
<li>1 tablespoon organic vanilla</li>
<li>2 teaspoons cinnamon</li>
<li>3/4 cup roasted carob powder (or chips and melt)</li>
<li>1/4 cup organic hemp seeds</li>
<li>1/4 cup almond meal</li>
<li>1/4 cup unsweetened coconut</li>
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<p>To melt coconut oil, place jar under warm/hot water.</p>
<p>In a medium bowl, place melted coconut oil and almond butter.  Stir until both are blended.  Next, stir/whisk in Liquid Stevia Vanilla Creme and Chocolate, agave, and vanilla.  Add in cinnamon and stir until it blends evenly.  Slowly stir in carob a tablespoon at a time.  The mixture should still be slightly runny.  Add in almond meal, hemp seeds, and coconut.  The mixture will run off the spoon, but very slowly.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_1378.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-973" title="&quot;Almond Joy Cups&quot;" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_1378-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>Spoon into mini cupcake trays lined with paper liners.  Pour in mixture half way.   Chill in freezer for 15 minutes.   When the candies are set, pop out and store in a freezer safe container.  Keep frozen!</p>
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		<title>Gluten-free Banana Oat-Nut Muffins</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 22:22:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sophie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. you&#8217;ll need the following ingredients: 3-4 ripe bananas 2-3 Tbsp Agave or Honey 1 C ground rolled oats 1 C almond meal or raw almonds 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp baking soda 2 Tbsp flaxseed meal 1 1/2 t cinnamon 2-3 T melted butter (or vegan butter alternative) 2 free range eggs (or vegan Ener-G Egg replacement) 1 tsp Vanilla 1. Begin by processing the almonds with a food processor until they are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.</p>
<p><em>you&#8217;ll need the following ingredients:</em></p>
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<li>3-4 ripe bananas<a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0303.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-905" title="IMG_0303" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0303-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a></li>
<li>2-3 Tbsp Agave or Honey</li>
<li>1 C ground rolled oats</li>
<li>1 C almond meal or raw almonds</li>
<li>1 tsp sea salt</li>
<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>2 Tbsp flaxseed meal</li>
<li>1 1/2 t cinnamon</li>
<li>2-3 T melted butter (or vegan butter alternative)</li>
<li>2 free range eggs (or vegan Ener-G Egg replacement)</li>
<li>1 tsp Vanilla</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0283.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-899" title="&quot;flours&quot;" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0283-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="105" height="105" /></a>1. Begin by processing the almonds with a food processor until they are close to a flour consistency (or you can buy almond meal pre-made). Add oats into food processor until mixed well. Put into large bowl.</p>
<p>2. In large bowl combine &#8220;flours&#8221; with cinnamon, baking soda, sea salt and flax meal.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0295.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-902" title="IMG_0295" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0295-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a>3. In a separate bowl, melt butter. Let butter cool for a bit. Then add eggs and vanilla to butter.</p>
<p>4. In a 3rd bowl, mash ripe bananas with a fork. Add agave to bananas and mix. (you <a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0290.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-900" title="mashed banana" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0290-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="90" height="90" /></a>may leave the bananas chunky or puree until super smooth, depends on your taste preference). Add bananas and agave to egg/vanilla/butter to the flour bowl. Mix all ingredients together with a large spoon. Then use that spoon to scoop mixture into muffin pan.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">5. Bake muffins 25-30 minutes. Test with a toothpick, it should have residual dry crumbs only. (no moisture)<a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0301.jpg"><img class="size-thumbnail wp-image-901 aligncenter" title="IMG_0301" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/IMG_0301-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff00ff;">This recipe is dedicated to Riley Carrington, my god daughter <img src='http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </span></p>
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		<title>Cacao: A Chocolate Healthy Indulgence</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:07:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This amazing raw chocolate smoothie will leave you dreaming of it. (hence the name) Raw cacao is the most abundant antioxidant in the WORLD, (far beyond blueberries and red wine) and will give you amazing energy and mental clarity. It also has a great amount of Magnesium in it, which most people are deficient in and don’t even know it. Make this as a caffeine free alternative to an energy boosting cappuccino or frappaccino, or a healthy indulgence&#8230;raw chocolate mylk-shake [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><!--StartFragment--><span style="color: #808080;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>This amazing raw chocolate smoothie will leave you dreaming of it. (hence the name)<br />
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<h2><a href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/cacao-pic.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1589" style="margin: 3px;" title="cacao pic" src="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/cacao-pic-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" /></a><strong>Raw cacao</strong> is the most abundant antioxidant in the <strong>WORLD</strong>, (far beyond blueberries and red wine) and will give you amazing <em><a title="Raw Food and Enzymes-What Cooking Kills" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/raw-food-and-enzymes-what-cooking-kills">energy</a> and mental clarity</em>. It also has a great amount of <strong>Magnesium</strong> in it, which most people are deficient in and don’t even know it. Make this as a caffeine free alternative to an energy boosting cappuccino or frappaccino, or a healthy indulgence&#8230;<strong>raw chocolate mylk-shake <img src='http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> </strong></h2>
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</strong></span></span><strong><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Optima, 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">ORAC scores for the Top 10 Antioxidants Foods (per 100 grams)<br />
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1) Raw cacao powder* 95,500<br />
2) Raw cacao nibs* 62,100<br />
3) Roasted cacao powder 26,000<br />
4) Organic Goji Berries* 25,300<br />
5) Acai Berries* 18,500<br />
6) Dark Chocolate 13,120<br />
7) Milk Chocolate 6,740<br />
8 ) Prunes 5,770<br />
9) Raisins 2,830<br />
10) Blueberries 2,400</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong>Source: US department of Agriculture/Journal of American Chemical Society</strong></p>
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<p><strong>*Brunswick Laboratories MA, USA</strong></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">Smoothie Recipe: Delicious Chocolate Dream</span></h2>
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<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1 cup almond milk/oat milk/coconut milk or water -maybe more if you want the consistency thinner</span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1 Banana <em>(Tip: I keep them frozen once ripe in a ziploc bag for easy access!)</em><br />
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<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1 small avocado (to make it creamy and for the good fats)</span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1/4 cup raw cacao nibs</span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1/4 cup raw cacao powder</span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1/4 cup <a title="sugar alternatives" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/sweeteners-substitute-for-sugar/" target="_blank">agave</a> (less or more depending on sweetness desire) or 1 packet <a title="sugar alternatives" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/sweeteners-substitute-for-sugar/" target="_blank">Stevia</a><br />
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<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1 tbsp coconut oil (consistency and for the good fats)</span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">2 tsp <a title="maca information" href="http://www.thephilosophie.com/philosophie/maca-immune-boosting-adaptogen-that-increases-energy-sexual-drive-and-stamina/" target="_blank">maca</a></span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">1/2 tsp cinnamon</span><span style="color: #888888;"> (lowers blood sugar levels)</span></li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #888888;">handful or two of ice</span><br />
<span style="color: #888888;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">(to make this a complete meal/more filling you could also add hemp, raw or brown rice protein)</span></span></span></span></li>
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<h3>This smoothie will give you an abundance of ENERGY! Forgot coffee, this smoothie will keep your energy high for hours with no &#8220;come down&#8221; like caffeine provides. Enjoy! It&#8217;s DELICIOUS!</h3>
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<p><div id="attachment_114" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 193px"><img class="size-full wp-image-114 " title="cacao-nibs" src="http://fusionfitnessyoga.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/t_cacao-nibs.jpg" alt="Cacao Nibs" width="183" height="138" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Cacao Nibs </p></div></ul>
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