Food for Brains - Nut Muesli

We eat in order to live, and food provides us with the energy we need to do it. In the developed world, there is such a large variety of foods available and we are all so busy, that we must take care not to eat unhealthily. It's important to pay attention to what you eat and care about what you put into your body.Why eat breakfast? It's the first meal of the day, and some people skip it altogether. But it is important to eat a proper meal in the morning. When you wake up, your body is a bit sluggish and needs a boost – that's why it's vital to give it some energy to start the day with. You don't need to eat a large meal but it's a good idea to have some fresh fruit along with some "fuel" to give your body something to run on, like high fibre muesli or whole wheat bread. It gives you a good start to the day.* [divider]Nut Muesli [/divider]Serves 14200 g (7 oz) honey600 g (21 oz) coarse oatmeal100 g (3.5 oz) raisins100 g (3.5 oz) natural almonds100 g (3.5 oz) sun-dried cranberriesCut the almonds into thirds. Bring the honey to boll in a pan, add the oatmeal. Cook for one minute until golden brown, then add the almond pieces. Allow to cool, then fold in the raisins and cranberries. Store the muesli in an airtight container.You can make enough to last a week, or you can use store-bought muesli, but remember to check the salt and sugar content.Energy TipCranberries are positively bursting with antioxidants that can help to stop cardiovascular disease and premature aging.Per serving/person Energy 1272 kJ/ 304 kcal, Protein 10.2 E%, Fat 17.2 E%, Carbohydrates 72.6, E%. Approx. 5.4 g Dietary fibre [divider]Greek Yoghurt with Fruit and Homemade Muesli [/divider]Serves 41 apple, ¼ Honeydew melon, 12 red grapes100 g (3.5 oz) mixed berries6 dl (21 fl oz , 2½ CUP) Greek yoghurt 2%300 g (10.5 oz) nut muesli – see aboveCut apple and honeydew melon into small cubes, and cut the grapes in half Create layers of fruit and Greek yoghurt, and top with a sprinkle of muesli.Energy TipYoghurt contains probiotics and claims are made that probiotics strengthen the immune system to combat allergies and stress.Per serving/person Energy 1993 kJ/ 476 kcal, Protein 20 E%, Fat 18.3 E%, Carbohydrates, 61.7 E%. Approx. 6.9 g Dietary fibre*Source: Oticon 'The energy of cooking'