Shannon Schafer, B.S., N.E. Certified Nutritionist
Biography
Shannon Schafer, BS, NE
Shannon is a certified Nutrition Educator and graduate of Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts in Berkeley, California. She works individually with clients to develop nutrition programs appropriate to their needs. Helping clients find a natural path to well-being and radiance is a strong passion of hers. After overcoming her own health issues by embracing a whole foods diet, she can relate to many client’s concerns. Shannon specializes in digestive health, calming allergies, and building the immune system. She is dedicated to helping people look and feel their best!
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Flax - A Super Food and Digestive Aid!!!!
Most of us have experienced digestive disturbances. Instead of reaching for over-the- counter drugs, try adding a little flax into your diet!
Flax is high in Omega-3 fatty acids which have anti-inflammatory benefits. These super food seeds are packed full of dietary fiber that promote regularity and proper digestion. They are also mucilaginous and aid the mucosal lining of the gut.
Sprinkle ground flax in oatmeal, over salads, or in smoothies. One to two Tablespoons of ground flax a day promotes good digestive health. Never heat flax seeds at high heat. They easily oxidize. Try this delicious flax cracker recipe!
FLAX CRACKERS
2 ½ cup flax seeds (soaked 8hrs)
1 cup carrot juice
1 cup carrot pulp
Season to taste
Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Line 3 dehydrator trays with Teflex sheets.
Spread mixture into a ¼ inch thick layer on sheets, making sure there are no holes and the mixture is evenly spread. With a butter knife, score into squares. Dehydrate at 115°. When the tops of crackers are dry to the touch, flip them for faster drying. (If you do not have a dehydrator, bake in oven at the lowest setting, no higher than 150 degrees).
Seasoning suggestions:
Italian- Oregano, rosemary, sage, thyme, basil, parsley, sea salt.
Mexican- Chiles, cilantro, cumin, lime, onion, garlic, sea salt.
Indian- Cumin, coriander, mustard seed, turmeric, garlic, fennel.
Japanese- miso, nori flakes, ginger, wasabi, soy sauce.
Sweet- Vanilla, Stevia, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Clove
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