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Support immune function, joint health, and may reduce inflammation associated with hormonal imbalances and chronic stress.

Anti-Inflammatory Bliss Balls

I made these Bliss Balls for my Somatic Vinyasa Class when we explored our sense of taste & the gut and my yogi’s loved them. There are perfect to enjoy during that mid morning or 3pm energy slump.

How will these enhance my health?

They have a key compound turmeric also known as Curcumin

Benefits: Powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Curcumin supports immune function, joint health, and may reduce inflammation associated with hormonal imbalances and chronic stress.
Note: Curcumin is fat-soluble and poorly absorbed on its own—which is why combining it with fat (nut butter) & Chia seeds and pepper (piperine) enhances its bioavailability significantly.
Black Pepper & Cayenne pepper Can boosts the absorption of curcumin by up to 2000%. It also has digestive and antioxidant properties of its own, helping the gut metabolise nutrients more effectively.
Nut butter and peanut butter powder are high in protein and so help reduce cravings, increase satiety (feeling of fullness) and reduce blood sugar spikes reducing that afternoon energy slump,

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Ingredients (makes ~12 balls):

1 cup rolled oats (or ground almonds for a grain-free version)
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or almond/cashew butter)
2 tbsp peanut butter powder
1 tbsp chia seeds
2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
1 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
A pinch of black ground pepper add more for extra spice
A pinch of Cayenne Pepper (to enhance turmeric absorption)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
1–2 tbsp warm water or plant milk, if needed for consistency

Optional coating:

Desiccated coconut, crushed nuts, or a dusting of cinnamon

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the oats (or ground almonds), peanut butter, peanut butter powder, chia seeds, turmeric, cinnamon, and pepper.
Add the honey and vanilla extract. Mix until it forms a thick, sticky dough.
If the mixture is too dry, add warm water or plant milk a teaspoon at a time until it comes together.
Roll into bite-sized balls (wet hands slightly if the mixture sticks).
Optional: roll in coconut or other toppings for extra texture.
Chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes to firm up.

Storage:

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer shelf life.

Enjoy!