Imagine Health Nutrition – Chocolatey No-Bake Power Balls

Did you know that every March, Dietitians of Canada organizes Nutrition Month? This year’s campaign is on Taking the Fight Out of Food. Here’s a chocolatey recipe to help you make eating well simple and fun. Bite into a burst of deliciousness with these super easy and nutrient-packed power balls! Loaded with heart-healthy fats, 5 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber, these are oh-so- yummy and so good for you! The best thing about these balls? You can dress it up however you want! From cocoa, cinnamon to coconut, there are countless flavors you can incorporate for every craving. No wonder I am always asked for this recipe every time I make them!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup large flake oats
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Mix everything together, shape into balls and freeze. These taste best if you eat them straight out of the freezer!

Nutrition Facts: 166 Calories, 8g Total Fat, 2g Saturated Fat, 18g Carb, 5g Fiber, 7g Sugars, 5g Protein

Want to learn more? Get started with a nutrition program with Evelyn Cheng, Registered Dietitian at Imagine Health Centres who believes you can live a more fulfilling life as an intuitive eater, and discover the meaning of a centered and satisfying relationship with food! Don’t forget, dietitian services may be covered under your extended benefits plan and/or health spending account.

We are centrally located downtown at Suite 100 – 300 6th Avenue SE, Calgary AB at the West Campus of the Bow Valley College. Contact Evelyn at dietitian@imaginehealthcentres.ca or call 403-775- 9669 for more details on packages and rates.