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Calming Chocolate Mousse
Creamy and delicious and packed with Magnesium!
Mineral balance can be complex. We either need a trace or a ton of it and our body needs a ton of this mineral in particular.
If you have been reading my weekly emails then there is no doubt you know I share a lot about M A G N E S I U M and the importance of this mineral.
Magnesium is paramount to our health but unfortunately many of us are deficient, and it gets worse AS WE AGE.
------>> Magnesium plays a role in everything from blood sugar control, blood pressure management, muscle and nerve support, immunity, inflammation and so much more!
The sad truth is most of us are deficient in magnesium. Furthermore, as we age - magnesium levels decline!
Not getting enough from our diet, poor gut absorption, stress AND aging all deplete magnesium and WILL ultimately affect over 700 enzymatic reactions in the body. Yup, it's that crucial to keep this in balance if you want to stay off blood pressure meds, manage stress levels, balance hormones, sleep great, and feel amazing.
Here's why it gets worse as we age.
>> URINARY LOSS: Urinary output of magnesium tends to increase with age.
>> REDUCED INTESTINAL ABSORPTION: Hydrochloric acid production declines with age reducing gut absorption of magnesium as well as other vital vitamins and minerals.
>> MEDICATIONS: Diuretics, proton pump inhibitors, antibiotics and osteoporosis drugs accelerate loss of magnesium from the body.
So what exactly can we do about it?
✔ Include an abundance of magnesium rich and functional foods into your diet.
✔ Supplement with magnesium (Research shows that bisglycinate at the RDA amount of 350-400mg is beneficial).
✔ Transdermal application of magnesium through either Epsom salt baths, magnesium lotion or oil spray (a favorite for the kids).
Magnesium is a macromineral, which means we need way MORE than just trace amounts to keep our bodies running smoothly!
Magnesium in the evening can support muscle relaxation and improve sleep. Cocoa powder is a potent food source of magnesium and together these ingredients and nutrients create a delicious evening treat!
Calming Chocolate Mousse (Makes 5 servings)
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/2 cup Chia Seeds
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
- 1/4 cup Almond Butter
- 3 tbsps Monk Fruit Sweetener
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
- 1 tbsp Magnesium Chelate Powder by Designs for Health (find it here)
Directions:
- Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened, smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled, about 3 hours. Enjoy!
Each 1/2 cup serving provides 321 mg magnesium using Designs for Health Magnesium Chelate Powder.
Nutrition
206 Cal | 16g Fat | 23g Carbs | 10g Fiber | 8g Protein
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