Cinnamon Apple Pancake

This delicious and healthy pancake recipe is perfect for a weekend breakfast during the winter season!

Ingredients:
1 apple
1 egg
2 tbsp rye flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 tsp coconut oil
Pinch of cinnamon and salt
Berries or other fruit for decoration
Some water (about 1/4 cup)

Directions:
Begin by cutting the apple into slices approximately 0.5 cm thick, and be sure to remove the core. Place the apple slices in a pan with a small amount of water and steam them for about 3-4 minutes. Alternatively, you can cook them in a microwave.
To make the pancake batter, mix the rye flour, egg, baking powder, vanilla, and a pinch of cinnamon and salt with one tablespoon of water. You can use a hand-held blender or a whisk for this.
Heat the coconut oil in the same pan you used to steam the apple slices. Spoon the batter over the apple slices and wait a few minutes until small bubbles form on the surface. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook until they reach your desired level of brownness.
Remove the pancakes, arrange them on a plate, and decorate them with berries or other fruits.

Perfect Persimmons

Persimmons are delicious fruits that come into season in the winter. Native to China, Japan, and Korea, persimmons are also extremely nutritious. They are rich in dietary fiber and important vitamins and minerals including, manganese, vitamin C, and beta carotene. In the kitchen, persimmons are extremely versatile and can be used in sweet and savory dishes. They are delicious in salads, breads, cookies, jams, and pies. So next time you are at the grocery store, give this wonderful fruit a try.

Personalized Care

They say our bodies are temples, and we agree, they are sacred places that need to be treated as such. The food you fuel your body with has a huge impact on your health, while some foods can prompt chronic health conditions, others provide medicinal and protective qualities that can help reduce disease. Research shows that having the right nutrition supports good health by reducing harmful risk factors of cardiovascular disease like inflammation, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and poor sleep. At Metabolic Balance we create a custom and personalized nutrition plan for your body to provide it with the nutrients that it needs for health and wellness. To learn more about how Metabolic Balance can help you visit our website!

Wonderful Walnuts

Although nuts are often villainized for being high in fat, did you know that walnuts are a real super food? They contain the essential fatty linolenic acid (an omega-3 fat) which is one of the two essential fatty acids that humans need to obtain from their diet. Essential fatty acids are known to offer a whole range of anti-aging and anti-inflammatory benefits. They keep the heart healthy by helping the blood vessels be flexible, prevent arteriosclerosis and have a positive influence on cholesterol levels. Walnuts are very high in protein and therefore particularly great for vegetarians. A handful of walnuts (about 43g) provides 8g of protein. They are also among the richest sources of antioxidants that help protect against cancer. They are rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C and E, pantothenic acid and important minerals such as zinc, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, sulfur, iron and calcium. Walnuts also boost digestion, as they are very rich in fiber.

Feel the Difference

So many happy and satisfied clients keep telling us how well they feel after changing their diets with Metabolic Balance. They love that they can really see the difference as well as feeling it! A particularly common side effect of getting healthy is clearer and smoother skin. It’s this healthy glow and radiance that others see too and shows that it’s not just about the smaller number you see on the scales as to why it is so wonderful to eat healthy. We love hearing every single success story that is sent to us. To learn more about how you can join our community and achieve long-term health and wellness, visit our website and connect with one of our great coaches!

Beautiful Beets

Beets are an absolute superfood! Originally cultivated for it leaves in the Middle East, this plant was first grown for its root by the Romans. As early as the Middle Ages beets were used for their medicinal properties and used to treat different illnesses such as fever and constipation. Nowadays we know why this inconspicuous root vegetable was so effective. It is packed with nutrients including folic acid, vitamin C, betanin and B vitamins.

Not only are beets great for your health but they are also super versatile in the kitchen. You can eat them raw, roasted, or pickled! Stay tuned for a recipe using beets!

Long-Term Change

With a long-term change of nutrition with Metabolic Balance you can decide to do something good for yourself permanently. This lifestyle change can help you have a more mindful relationship with food and improve your overall health. Rather than eating mindlessly or buying processed foods that are easy to prepare, this program can help become aware of your body and how the right foods can help you feel amazing! To learn more visit our website or check out our Facebook page!

Preserving Food At Home

As the colder months are approaching it is the perfect time to try out different ways to preserve fresh fruit and vegetables for the winter.

There are numerous possibilities for preserving food. One of the oldest methods is drying. In the dehydrator, in the oven or in the open air, fruits lose their moisture and become more intense in flavor. A fun fall activity is to go apple picking, cut the tasty apples into slices, sprinkle with cinnamon or a pumpkin spice mixture, and then dehydrate in the oven at 225℉ for 2 hours. This make for delicious and healthy apple chips!

Another option which works especially well for vegetables is pickling or freezing. Both freezing and pickling in vinegar results in significantly lower nutrient losses than drying. Vegetables such as carrots, radishes, and beets are wonderful pickled. Fruits such as berries and peaches particular are ideal for freezing. Whatever method you choose, you can’t go wrong!

Fatigue vs Tired

Is there a difference between feeling fatigued vs tired? YES!
Tiredness is simply needing rest after a long day, while fatigue is a deeper, more persistent feeling of exhaustion that can affect your energy, focus, and motivation. The Metabolic Balance program helps address the root causes of fatigue by stabilizing blood sugar, balancing hormones, and improving overall well-being. When your body is nourished properly, you’ll have the energy to feel truly restored, not just rest.

Importance of Healthy Meals

In the rush of busy workdays, healthy meals often get neglected. Stress and poor eating habits are closely linked, and both can impact your work-life balance. When we’re under pressure, our bodies need more nutrients to stay balanced, yet we often reach for quick, unhealthy foods. This cycle can leave us feeling drained and stressed. Taking time for nourishing, nutrient-rich meals, even during hectic days, helps support both your physical health and mental well-being, creating a healthier work-life balance. Meal prepping healthy meals ahead of time or ensuring that you have a selection of healthy snacks on hand can help you stay on track.