Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a dessert prepared with oat flakes, kefir, milk, pear, raisins, dates, walnuts, sunflower seeds, possibly sugar or maple or agave syrup.

Ingredients

For 1 serving

• 30 g rolled oats (≈ 1 oz / about 1/3 cup)
• 100 g milk kefir (≈ 3.5 oz / about 1/3–1/2 cup)
• 20 g milk or water (≈ 0.7 oz / about 1½ Tbsp)
• ½ pear (or other fruit of choice)
• 15 g raisins (≈ 0.5 oz / about 2 Tbsp)
• 3 dates
• 2 walnuts (≈ 0.5 oz / about 14 g)
• 1 teaspoon toasted sunflower seeds (≈ 5 g)
• Optional: sugar, maple syrup, or agave syrup.

Method

Wash the raisins by rinsing them with water.

Pour the oat flakes into a glass.

Add the kefir.

Add the raisins and possibly the dates cut into small pieces.

Cover the glass with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate.

The next morning the overnight is ready.

Add fresh fruit, even mixed fruit, dried fruit and everything you prefer: walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds (preferably toasted), flax, pumpkin.

Then you can sweeten it with sugar or maple or agave syrup.

Allergens

• Date: possible cases of intolerance
• Oat flakes: cereals containing gluten covered by EU Regulation 1169/2011. May cause cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy
• Kefir: milk allergens
• Milk: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011
• Walnuts: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011
• Pears: individual fruit intolerance or cross-reactivity in case of birch sensitivity
• Maple syrup: to be consumed by people with allergies
• Agave syrup: possible allergy or intolerance to syrup components
• Sunflower seeds: possible reaction in case of allergy to Asteraceae (Ambrosia, Chrysanthemum, Daisy)
• Raisins: possible presence of sulphites

Notes

• To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

• Dates: low in protein and therefore suitable for low-protein diets; rich in minerals and vitamins favorable to the function of the cardio-circulatory system and in case of kidney failure. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression
• Oat flakes: suppliers of factors that promote the functionality of the immune system and regulate blood sugar, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood.
• Kefir useful for liver function for the supply of probiotics also useful for the immune system. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression.
• Whole milk: provides vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, promoting metabolism, cardiovascular function, tooth and bone health. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression. Provides and promotes the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E.K)
• Walnuts: Zinc carriers, an element favourable to the proper functioning of the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids and vitamin E and rich in omega 3 fatty acids that fight the increase in blood pressure and the presence of bad cholesterol. Rich in magnesium and omega 3 fatty acids important for regulating mood and cognitive function
• Pear: containing carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression
• Maple syrup: rich in potassium and calcium, iron, zinc, selenium and B vitamins, it has antioxidant properties favorable to the functioning of the immune system, diuretic and purifying properties.
• Agave syrup: sweetener characterized by low glycemic index, antioxidant activity, presence of vitamin C and folate, components useful for the proper functioning of the immune and cardiovascular systems.
• Sunflower seeds: they are a source of Vitamin E which protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Also useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Rich in magnesium and omega 3 fatty acids important for regulating mood and cognitive function
• Raisins (Sultanas): source of antioxidants, including resveratrol, with anti-inflammatory, anticancer properties and able to reduce blood cholesterol levels. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression
• Sugar: if consumed in moderation without contraindications (diabetes, obesity,) it is the main source of energy for the body, improves thinking ability, has a positive effect on mood

Safety / Intended use

Also recommended in case of:

• Anorexia and weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Constipation

To be administered with caution in case of:

• Dysphagia (difficulty chewing and swallowing)
• Mucositis
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Diarrhea