What are some Mood and Energy Boosting Foods?

If you are just getting into juice cleanses, or are working to extended the number of days in your juice cleanse, it can be difficult to cut out food from your diet entirely. If you're cravings for solid foods are getting the best of you, we have put together a list of mood and energy boosting foods to keep on hand to support you on your juice cleanse journey. 

While on your juice cleanse, we recommend that you refraining from eating full meals. Instead, try snacking on nuts and seeds! They’re must haves in your food pantry for anyone on a juice cleanse, they pack a crunch when you get those crunchy snack cravings. They’re rich in proteins, fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. If you’ve been wondering how to get energy and looking for a healthy alternative, then allow us to introduce you to…  nuts and seeds – the raw kind.

There isn’t any one kind that’s ultimately the best for you and that’s why it’s better to mix them up and get a variety.

So, here’s our list of must haves to keep in your food pantry and why they’ll keep you young and sharp!

• Raw Organic Almonds– A sizeable handful each day helps lower your LDL cholesterol within a few weeks!
• Raw Organic Walnuts– Contain a fair amount of ellagic acid that’s also high in berries and has been shown to fight cancer.
• Raw Organic Cashews– It’s your creamy and delicious nut that boosts serotonin, elevating mood and reducing anxiety. This natural Rx is rich in tryptophan, an amino acid and a precursor to serotonin and melatonin. Some argue that a couple daily handfuls compare to today’s SSRIs. These are a great snack if you need a natural afternoon energy boost!
• Raw Organic Hemp Seeds– Almost a complete protein because it doesn’t contain the amino acid, Leucine and it’s also low on the amino acid Lycine BUT it’s rich in so many vitamins and minerals and it contains a good balance of Omega-6 fatty acids and Omega-3 fatty acids, Omega-3’s being in higher concentration. That balance is what you want in order to fight inflammation and support brain health!
• Raw Organic Flax Seeds– Rich in ALA (alphalinoleic acid), an Omega-3 fatty acid for brain health. It’s important to crush or grind the seeds in order to get their nutrients!
• Raw Organic Chia Seeds– They’re the “Toxin Puller Outer”! You know that these expand and stick to toxins, right? They become gelatinous and expand, sticking to toxins and pulling them out of your gut. We’re so impressed with their health boosting properties that it’s why we add them to our JUICE CLEANSES! These are a great option if you’re wondering what to eat when detoxing.
• Raw Organic Pumpkin Seeds– Contain heart-healthy and muscle-relaxing magnesium. Most people aren’t getting nearly enough magnesium so add these to your pantry and eat a handful or two daily.
• Raw Organic Sunflower Seeds– They’re a no-brainer because they’re delicious on top of salads! They’re also rich in vitamin E meaning if you’re looking for a natural skin care alternative, sunflower seeds are it.
• Raw Organic Sesame Seeds– Super rich in calcium and also delicious on top of your salads, sesame seeds are your daily booster for strong teeth and bones!

If you've been looking for a sign to level up your juice cleanse, this is it! Grab our level 2 cleanse: The Experienced, or even the level 3 cleanse: The Guru, fill your pantry up with your favourite raw organic nuts and seeds, and you're set. Nothing can stop you now. Nuts and seeds allow you to get all the positive effects from your juice cleanse without having to worry about those pesky hunger cravings.

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