Today is Valentine’s Day and plus, this month  we celebrate National Heart Month!

So why not tie in some heart-healthy recipes for your sweet tooth & your valentine?

For our first heart-healthy recipe, we decided to feature hot chocolate. Chocolate contains all the antioxidant goodness which fights off harmful free-radicals in your body.

Choose dark chocolate over milk chocolate. The difference between dark chocolate and milk chocolate is that dark chocolate has  higher cocoa and less sugar compared to milk chocolate.  

More cocoa = more antioxidants! 

 

 

Got more time?

How about making some overnight chia seed pudding? Chia seeds are high in antioxidants, dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and even protein. Chia seeds doubles in size when soaked in liquids and the increased bulk helps to keep you full longer!

 

Avocado in a dessert? YES!

Avocado is an excellent fat substitute for butter and is filled with heart-healthy mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Incorporating avocado in recipes also increases the dietary fiber content for satiety and a better digestion .

Something nutty?

Not feeling something cake-y or creamy? Fret not! We have a crunchy & sweet alternative for you! Nuts are great sources of healthy fats, dietary fiber and protein! Just make sure to watch your portions as nuts are calorie dense.