Source: liverfoundation.org

PRESENTATION

A dessert made with yogurt, honey, and walnuts or almonds.

INGREDIENTS:

Serves 1

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (low-fat)

1 teaspoon honey

1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (or almonds)

METOD

Stir the honey into the yogurt.

Top with the chopped nuts.

Serve.

ALLERGENS:

• Almonds: listed among allergens under EU Regulation 1169/2011; may show cross-reactivity in individuals allergic to birch and grasses
• Honey: possible reactions in individuals allergic to pollens
• Walnuts: listed among allergens under EU Regulation 1169/2011
• Yogurt: milk proteins and lactose

NOTE

• Prepare and handle under strict hygienic conditions.

Nutritional Benefits of the Ingredients

• Almonds: a source of vitamin E, which protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids; provide minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants that protect the cardiovascular system; suitable for people with kidney disease and beneficial for liver function; rich in magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids important for regulating mood and cognitive function
• Honey: has antianemic, cardiotonic, detoxifying, liver-protective, and diuretic properties
• Walnuts: provide zinc, supporting proper immune system function; suitable for people with kidney disease and beneficial for liver function due to their content of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and vitamin E; help counter high blood pressure and elevated “bad” cholesterol; rich in magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids important for mood regulation and cognitive function
• Yogurt: fermented dairy product rich in live cultures that help regulate intestinal flora and support immune system function; beneficial for liver function due to its probiotic content, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants; the presence of tryptophan helps counter depression

SAFETY / INTENDED USE

Also suitable in cases of:

• Anorexia / weight loss
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Mucositis and oral lesions (use caution as acidity increases)
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)

Not recommended in cases of:

• Dysphagia (chewing and swallowing difficulties)