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7 Vegan Foods That Support Better Sleep (and 7 That Don’t)

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Discover 7 vegan foods that help you sleep better—plus which ones to avoid—\ and enjoy plant-based supper ideas and a sleep-friendly recipe! Getting a restful night’s sleep isn’t just about avoiding screens or caffeine—what you eat for supper plays a huge role. Some plant-based foods contain nutrients that help regulate melatonin and serotonin levels, promoting relaxation and deeper sleep. Others can spike your energy or disrupt digestion, keeping you awake long past bedtime. 🥱 7 Vegan Foods That Support Improved Sleep Cherries – One of the only plant sources of natural melatonin. Tart cherries or juice before bed may help regulate sleep-wake cycles. Kiwi – Rich in serotonin-boosting compounds and antioxidants; studies link kiwi consumption with faster sleep onset. Almonds – Contain magnesium and tryptophan, nutrients linked to improved sleep quality. Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) – High in magnesium and zinc, which work with tryptophan to support melatonin production. Tofu – A good sou...
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Cranberry Orange Bread Recipe (Healthy Choices Cooking Class)

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INGREDIENTS: 3 C.  Orange Juice 1 T. Baking Yeast 1 T. pure Lemon Juice 1 T. Gluten Flour 1/2 tsp. Sea Salt 1 C. chopped Pecans 1 C. dried Cranberries 3 C. Whole Wheat Flour 4 C. Spelt Flour or Unbleached White Flour (or as needed) METHOD: Warm orange juice to above room temperature, but not hot.  Place in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle yeast into orange juice.  Wait 10 minutes, or until yeast bubbles up to the surface. Add remaining ingredients.  Add enough flour so dough is not "sticky". Cover mixing bowl with a towel and set in a warm area.  Allow dough to rise for approximately 1 hour or until double in size. Knead dough, and divide in half into a round loaf and place on a baking sheet that has been prepared using a non-stick spray. Cover loaves again in a clean dish towel and let stand 20 minutes or until double in size. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Cool bread on racks. *These loaves freeze well. Mak...
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Apricot-Date Bars Recipe (Gluten-Free, Casein-Free, Sugar-Free, Egg-Free)

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CRUMB CRUST #1: 4 C. Quick Oats 1/4 C. Oil                                              1 C. shredded Coconut 1/4 C. Brown Rice Flour 1 tsp. Celtic Sea Salt Salt 2 T. Lemon or Orange Rind Zest MIX WELL and PRESS most of the above into a 8" x 12" pan Leave some of the mixture for sprinkling on top of filling CONTINUE on with FILLING & BAKING below                 -OR- ALMOND MEAL CRUST #2: 4 1/2  C. Almond Meal/Almond Flour** 1/4 C. Oil 1/2 C. Maple Syrup 1 tsp. Celtic Sea Salt 2 tsp. Baking Soda COMBINE in a Food Processor until well-mixed PRESS into a 8" x 12" pan BAKE in a 350F oven until fragrant and light golden (however long that takes-- don't overbake/burn) LET COOL FILL and BAKE (again) AS BELOW FILLING: 2 C. unsulphured Apricots SOAK and BLEND coarsely wi...
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Cashew French Toast: Breakfast Recipe

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Cashew French Toast: Breakfast Recipe 1 C. Water 2 T. raw Cashews 4 pitted Dates 7 pieces of Bread 1/2 C. Fresh Orange Juice (or 2 T. OJ concentrate plus water to equal 1/2 C. fluid) 1 T. Whole Wheat Flour Whiz all but bread in blender until smooth.  Pour into shallow bowl.  Dip slices of bread into it and place on cookie sheet.  Bake at 400F until golden brown.  Turn and brown the other side.  Top with Applesauce, fresh fruit or fruit topping.  Yield: 7 servings A Gluten-Free Version (as in the picture- adapted by Cynthia from Wyona's Recipe above) 1 C. Water 2 T. raw Cashews or 2 T. raw Sunflower Seeds 4 pitted Dates 8 pieces of Gluten-Free Bread (usually smaller) 1/2 C. Fresh Orange Juice (or 2 T. OJ concentrate plus water to equal 1/2 C. fluid) 1 T. Chia Seed ground up in a Coffee Bean Grinder Whiz all of the above except the bread until smooth.  Pour into shallow bowl.  Dip slices of bread into it and place on a co...
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