Selenium is an essential mineral for health, supporting immunity, disease prevention, and thyroid balance. Brazil nuts are one of the foods richest in this nutrient and can be used in simple, tasty, and functional preparations.
Below, you'll find two practical recipes to include selenium in your daily diet in a delicious and healthy way.
Health benefits of selenium:
It acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells against free radicals.
Helps the thyroid function.
Strengthens the immune system.
Contributes to heart and brain health.
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Creamy Yogurt
25 minutes
1
Snack
Ingredients
1 medium yam
1/2 cup Brazil Nut Powder Drink
8 strawberries
2 probiotic capsules
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2 tablespoons of healthy sweetener
3 tablespoons of water (add little by little to get the right consistency)
Preparation Method
First, cook a medium yam until soft.
Cut it into smaller pieces to make it easier to mix.
Then, add the cooked yam, Brazil Nut Powder Drink, strawberries, probiotic capsules, sweetener and water, little by little, and with the help of a mixer, mix, adding water little by little, until it reaches the right consistency.
Brazil Nut Pudding
30 minutes
2
Dessert
Ingredients
1 cup of Brazil Nut Powder Drink
1 packet of gelatin (dissolve in 3 tablespoons)
hot water)
800ml of water
1/4 cup healthy sweetener
2 drops of vanilla essence (optional)
Preparation Method
Hydrate the gelatin according to package directions and let it rest. In a blender, blend the water with the Brazil Nut Powder and the healthy sweetener until smooth.
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Pour the liquid into individual molds and refrigerate for at least two hours, until the pudding is firm.
After this time, cover each portion with a layer of jam of your choice.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Preparing recipes with selenium-rich foods is a practical and delicious way to take care of your health. Creamy yogurt and Brazil nut pudding are simple, nutritious, and functional options that provide all the benefits of this essential mineral.
Try including these ideas in your menu and enjoy the best that natural nutrition has to offer!
Author
Natalia Mozzelli