Raw Pumpkin Latte

CLEAN, NUTRITIOUS & DELICIOUS

It is overwhelming these days what you can find in your local grocery or health food store with pumpkin flavor. I love the flavor and aroma of pumpkin with spices in Fall, but what I don’t like is that almost everything out there is processed with artificial flavors and other harmful ingredients for our body.

 I am sure you have heard the expression don’t go on the grocery store when you hungry. It was one of those days that I was tempted to buy a bottle of “Pumpkin Latte” from a well known health food chain. I knew that what is inside is processed I almost put it in my basket when last minute I said look at the INGREDIENTS!!!! I was socked what was inside, more than 20 ingredients that I couldn’t even pronounce. That gave me the inspiration to create a healthy, fresh, raw version of pumpkin latte.

 With no artificial sugar, no dairy, no artificial flavors, no preservatives, no chemicals but only 6 ingredients that come straight from mother earth with so many benefits for our health. Surprise your guests, friends and family this Halloween Season with this healthy drink recipe of “Raw Pumpkin Latte”.

You can drink it as it is anytime of the day especially after your workout, add it to your coffee, tea, cereal, oatmeal bowl, you can warm it up with some ghee or coconut butter and drink it before sleep or when you need to relax 

THE RECIPE

Makes 1 serving about 16oz

 For the juice

 1 cup of raw pumkin

1 medium size sweet potato

2 medium carrots

½ apple

Thumb size raw turmeric root

 For the Almond Milk

1 cup or soaked raw almonds

3 cups of either spring water, rose or coconut water

a pinch of Himalayan salt

spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamon

 There are 2 ways you can combine the ingredients and make the drink

  1. In a professional Slow Juicer (I have Omega VRT350) you can start making the almond milk. In a bowl you have 3 cups of water and 1 cup of almonds. With a big spoon you add the water and almonds to the juicer. Once you done, you can start adding the other ingredients they all combine in  the same Mason jar.

  2. You can make the almond milk separate in a blender and then add the juice. If you don’t have a juicer make separate the almond milk and juice and then combine them. Usually I do half milk and half juice and then I add the spices cinnamon, nutmeg and a touch of cardamom. 

For extra creaminess and deliciousness turn it to a “Smoothie”

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Add a cup of “Raw Pumpkin Latte Drink” to a blender with 1 banana or 1 mango and I like to add some fresh ginger and your favorite superfood. Here I have added Baobab, high in antioxidants and vitamin C from my favorite brand Organic Burst.

BENEFITS

Pumpkins are part of the squash family, they are a great source of potassium, beta carotene, vitamin A, C, E, some B vitamins and also contain minerals such calcium and magnesium. 

Good for :

  • healthy skin

  • Eye health 

  • Immune system 

  • Cancer prevention 

Benefits of Carrots 

This root vegetable is a good source of antioxidants and fiber content. They are rich in vitamins A, C, K, and B8 and minerals such as folate, potassium, iron, copper and manganese. Most of their benefits can be attributed to their high content of beta-carotene. 

  • Eye health 

  • High in antioxidants 

  • Decrease risk for heart disease and stroke 

  • Helps prevent cancer 

  • Oral health 

  • Skin Health + wound healing 

  • Brain health and cognitive thinking 

Sweet potato benefits Ranking much lower on the glycemic index than regular potatoes and contain a higher density of nutrients, packed with potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin B6 which supports energy.

  • Weight loss support 

  • Healthy skin 

  • Anti- cancer 

  • Prostate health 

  • Boost immune system 

  • Helps digestion 

Health Benefits of apples

Packed with vitamins, antioxidants and fiber apples are one of the most nutritious food in our planet.  

  • Reduces ldl (bad) cholesterol 

  • Balance blood sugar levels 

  • Incredibly alkalizing

  • Protects heart 

  • Supports weight loss 

  • Decrease risk of diabetes 

Turmeric 

Turmeric is on top of the list as one of the most frequently mentioned medicinal herbs in all of science.  

  • Anti inflammatory 

  • Antidepressant 

  • Pain killer

  • Helps detoxify

  •  Healthy heart 

  • Relieves menstrual pain  

Almonds 

Today, almonds nutrition benefits are praised around the world and they used in numerous different ways. Ancient Indian Ayurvedic practitioners even believed that almonds were capable of increasing brain capacity, intellectual ability and longevity. 

  • Healthy heart 

  • Healthy brain 

  • Healthy skin 

  • Prevent diabetes 

  • Control blood sugar 

  • Support healthy weight  

Cinnamon

  • High in antioxidants 

  • Anti inflammatory 

  • Prevents diabetes 

  • Protects brain function

  • Fights infections + viruses 

  • Dental health 

  • Cure candida  

Nutmeg 

  • Improves concentration 

  • Pain reliever 

  • Helps good sleep 

  • Digestive + bone health 

  • Anti inflammatory 

  • Fights depression

  •  Menstrual cramps 

  • Antiseptic  

Cardamom 

  • Improves circulation 

  • Stimulates digestion 

  • Anti depressant 

  • Treats bad breath 

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