5 Simple Recipes with Powerful Herbal-Based Superfoods

Ashwagandha is considered the most prominent adaptogenic herb in Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine).

It is also called Indian ginseng.

Ashwagandha is energizing for those suffering from exhaustion or fatigue and balances the body, making it a very popular herb in our modern society where many experience stress.

Chocolate treats with Ashwagandha

Ingredients (about 14-18 pieces)

• 1 dl tahini
• 1 tbsp almond butter (or other nut butter)
• 2 tbsp honey or yacon or maple syrup
• 1 dl organic, chopped dark chocolate
• 2 tbsp ashwagandha powder, drops, or opened capsules
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder (or carob if you are sensitive to cocoa)
• 2 tbsp hemp seeds
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1 tsp ginger powder
• 1 tsp cardamom powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

To roll in: organic hemp seeds, coconut flakes, or sesame seeds.

How to make

1. Put tahini, nut butter, and honey in a bowl and mix until smooth.
2. Add all powders and mix until well combined.
3. Mix in vanilla extract and hemp seeds.
4. Mix in the chopped chocolate.
5. Add more cocoa powder, a little at a time, until the dough is thick enough to hold its shape.
6. When the dough is thick enough and does not stick to the sides of the bowl, roll the mixture into suitably sized balls.
7. Roll in sesame seeds, coconut flakes, or hemp seeds.
8. Store in the refrigerator.

Pau D'arco from South America

Pau D'arco is the inner bark of the Lapacho tree and is known and appreciated for its beneficial effects.

It says a lot that the tree has great resistance to attacks from fungi, spores, and viruses.

The inner bark contains, among other things, a powerful antibiotic substance as well as iron in an easily absorbable form and about 20 other minerals.

Detox tea with Turmeric & Pau D'arco

• 1 tsp Pau D'arco mixed in 2 dl boiled water.
• Let steep for at least 4 hours. Of course, you can make more if you want.
• Strain off the bark.
• Blend in a mixer with: 1/2 tsp MCT oil and 1/2 tsp turmeric powder. The fat increases the absorption of the important nutrients from the tea.

Moringa from Africa

**Moringa contains minerals like iron and calcium and vitamins, totaling over 90 nutrients and about 40 antioxidants.

Moringa is very rich in protein and also contains vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, calcium, selenium, beta-carotene, and quercetin.

The leaves contain 18 of 20 amino acids, including all the essential ones.

Moringa contains more calcium than bananas, more vitamin C than oranges, more iron than spinach, and more vitamin A than carrots.

The plant grows very quickly, making it an excellent environmental choice. A true superfood in every way.

Guacamole with moringa

• 1 large ripe avocado
• 4 ripe organic cherry tomatoes
• Fresh chopped coriander
• Juice from 1/2 lime
• 1 tsp moringa powder
• A pinch of Himalayan salt

Strengthening smoothie with moringa

• 1 tsp moringa powder
• 1 banana
• 1 large handful of fresh chopped pineapple
• 2 dl fresh blueberries
• 1 orange (peeled)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1/4 ripe avocado
• Water or coconut water – use as much as you need for the desired consistency.

Chaga from Scandinavia & Russia

Chaga is now a well-known medicinal plant from northern latitudes such as Scandinavia and Russia.

One of the body's most important antioxidants is an enzyme called SOD (superoxide dismutase). Chaga contains the highest amount of SOD of all known foods, which explains its high ORAC value (antioxidant value).

Chaga also naturally contains vitamins, minerals, trace elements, polysaccharides, betulinic acid, melanin, phytonutrients, ergosterol, beta-glucans, saponins, sterols, triterpenes, and amino acid complexes.

Protective lemon water with chaga

Ingredients

• 1 organic lemon
• Chaga tincture or strong Chaga tea that has cooled
• Ice cubes

How to make

1. Slice half a lemon and place in a glass pitcher, then squeeze the other half into the liquid.
2. Pour in the cooled chaga tea (you need 5 dl of tea).
3. Add honey if you like it sweet.
4. Stir and add a few ice cubes.