Take a look at what we are making, then let's chat about exercise:
To keep your body healthy you have to be physically active, period. There is just not such thing as an inactive healthy body; eating healthy food alone is not enough. If you are a gym rat, a cross fitter, a runner, etc, good for you, keep up the good work! But, if exercise is not your thing, there is good news for you. No one says you have to spend hours a day on an elliptical or lifting weights in the gym to be healthy. All you really need to do is walk. The American Heart Association recommends 10,000 steps per day for weight management and cardiovascular health. If you are not physically active already, this is a great beginning goal. If walking is too boring for you, try swimming, dancing, kayaking, paddle boarding, or zumba. I like to call these activities leisure-sizing. If you are looking for something a little more soothing try yoga, tai chi, or qigong. As an osteopathic physician I was taught that wellness and health requires balance of the mind, body, and spirit and these practices are a great way to achieve balance while exercising.
Now that you are ready to get a workout in, let's power up with this fun snack (they also make for a great breakfast).
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Power Balls
For 6 balls you will need:
3/4 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons powered pressed peanuts*
2 tablespoons water*
2 teaspoons of dried goji berries
2 teaspoons of cacao nibs
* you can substitute 2 tablespoons of peanut butter and 1 tablespoon of warm water to thin it
Dissolve the peanut powder with the water and then mix in the oats, cacao nibs, and goji berries. The oats should be slightly damp, but not soggy. Take about 1 tablespoon of the mixture in your hands and form it into a ball. Repeat until you have used all of the mixture.
These can be enjoyed right away or stored in the refrigerator for later.
Happy eating and best health,
Dr. G
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