Brainy Bliss Balls
Variety isn’t just the spice of life, it’s the key to nourishing yourself fully.
I recently had a run-in with a tick that landed me on antibiotics. It's one of the joys in living in a region with an AMAZING AUTUMN! Unfortunately, we also have an incredibly high incidence of both Lyme and Anaplasmosis.
Why this recipe?
I needed something handy to eat with my antibiotics to keep my tummy in check. Plus, who doesn't need a quick treat that nourishes the brainy bits? Enter the Brainy Bliss Balls.
What I Love About These Energy Balls
First and foremost, they are super easy to make. Second, these bliss balls are delicious! I love the hint of spice that comes in at the end due to the cayenne. I was surprised by the spicy kick as it doesn't come through when I make a warm coconut milk tonic from the same Cacao Blend from Sun Potion. Finally, I love that these little nuggets of nourishing joy offer a spectrum, albeit in small amounts, of nourishment — from the adaptogens to the nuts & dates.
If you know me, you know that I try to expand the variety of foods and movements that I consume whenever possible. Variety isn't just the spice of life. It's the key to nourishing yourself fully.
Let's have a quick look at some of the ingredients.
1. WALNUTS
Walnuts are considered one of the top nuts for brain health. They have a significantly high concentration of DHA, a type of Omega-3 fatty acid. Plus, they contain iron, selenium, calcium, zinc, vitamin E, and some B vitamins.
2. DATES
These delights are a great sweetener of choice. They are rich in trace amounts of minerals and vitamins (magnesium and potassium especially!), they give these bliss balls a luscious chewy, 'truffley' consistency.
3. CACAO
Cacao contains the mood improver compound, anandamide – known as the bliss molecule, which creates a feeling of euphoria. This chocolaty base also offers the mood-enhancing compound phenethylamine (PEA). PEA triggers the release of endorphins and pleasurable opium-like neurochemicals. But that's not all! Cacao may also improve brain blood flow, oxygen levels, and nerve function.
