This is such a great quick and easy meal or snack that is loaded with mood boosting foods.

Salmon and avocado both contain omega 3 which has anti-inflammatory and mood enhancing benefits.

Avocado also contains B vitamins which help us to make neurotransmitters that support a healthy mind and mood. The high levels of folate in avocados may help keep depression symptoms at bay. 

That is because folate helps to prevent the build-up of homocysteine, a substance that can impair circulation and delivery of nutrients to the brain. Excess homocysteine can also interfere with the production of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which regulate mood, sleep, and appetite.

Plus, salmon also contains Vitamin D. Vitamin D has been shown to have benefits in supporting a healthy and happy mood, but getting enough vitamins D in your diet can be a struggle for a lot of people.

Canadian researchers from the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, St Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton, reviewed 14 studies, consisting of 31,424 participants and found a strong correlation between depression and a lack of Vitamin D. The lower the Vitamin D level, the greater the chance of depression.

Although we do not know exactly how vitamin D can help with depression what we do know is that there are specific receptors in the brain for vitamin D, which means that vitamin D is acting in some way in the brain. These receptors are found in the areas of the brain that are linked to the development of depression.

The problem is getting enough Vitamin D. 32% of Canadians are clinically deficient in vitamin D (40% in winter and 25% in summer), and approximately 60% of Canadians have sub-optimal levels of vitamin D.

This recipe contains 288IU of Vitamin D, 83 uq of folate and 19 grams of good fats.

As you may know, at Koru Nutrition we love chocolate and love ways to incorporate healthy options into our diet. So, is there a better combination than a healthy chocolate recipe that includes 30 fruits and vegetables?!

The recipe below incorporates Juice Plus Chewables – a delicious kids’ chewable from juiced fruits and vegetables that kids love. Often they have no idea that they are consuming kale, spinach, tomatoes, carrots, pineapple, artichoke, cabbage, broccoli, beets, bilberries, and pomegranates – and that is just to name a few.

Research has shown that kids taking the Juice Plus chewables have fewer missed days of school, are taking fewer over the counter and/or prescription medications, are drinking more water, were visiting the doctor less, were consuming less fast food and soft drinks and were eating more fruits and vegetables.

The chocolate that we recommend is stevia sweetened dark chocolate chips. This helps us to enjoy that yummy chocolate taste without spiking blood sugars.

Plus, did you know that craving chocolate can be a sign of a magnesium deficiency? That is because chocolate contains magnesium along with other minerals and antioxidants.

Another great thing is you can store this chocolate bark in the freezer so it can last for several weeks.

So, what are you waiting for?

If you want your Juice Plus Chewables, click here to order.

Although chocolate may not seem like a healthy snack to many of us… with ingredients chosen wisely, chocolate can become a beneficial part of your diet!

The chocolate in this recipe contains a minimum 70% cacao. Cacao is packed with more calcium than cow’s milk; plus iron, protective antioxidants, and magnesium that can help us manage stress. It is also high in healthy fats (cocoa butter), which help us to feel energized and satisfied.

Pistachios add the perfect crunch to this chocolate bark while contributing plant-based protein that helps balance blood sugar levels to help prevent the “hangry” crash that can happen after sweets. Their beautiful bright green colour represents antioxidants such as lutein, that protect eye health.

Pomegranate seeds (aka pomegranate arils) are  packed with dietary fibre! Fibre is a critical part of our diets that aids in maintaining healthy digestion, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar balance. Pomegranate seeds also contain high amounts of vitamins C and K, which may help support a strong immune system. Plus, their gorgeous red colour perfectly compliments the green of the pistachios and indicated the high polyphenol content, which help protect our bodies from illness and disease.

For even more healthy fats and fibre, there’s the addition of coconut. Coconut also contains minerals like selenium, , and managanese, which can help support heathy thyroid function and increase metabolism as well as support weight loss.

The benefits don’t stop there! Did you know that every single one of these ingredients are natural aphrodisiacs?

So, try it out… This Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark is a simple and delicious snack that can help boost your energy, satisfy your sweet tooth without throwing your nutrition goals out the window, and may even help you find your groove in the bedroom!

Although chocolate may not seem like a healthy snack to many of us… with ingredients chosen wisely, chocolate can become a beneficial part of your diet!

The chocolate in this recipe contains a minimum 70% cacao. Cacao is packed with more calcium than cow’s milk; plus iron, protective antioxidants, and magnesium that can help us manage stress. It is also high in healthy fats (cocoa butter), which help us to feel energized and satisfied.

Pistachios add the perfect crunch to this chocolate bark while contributing plant-based protein that helps balance blood sugar levels to help prevent the “hangry” crash that can happen after sweets. Their beautiful bright green colour represents antioxidants such as lutein, that protect eye health.

Pomegranate seeds (aka pomegranate arils) are  packed with dietary fibre! Fibre is a critical part of our diets that aids in maintaining healthy digestion, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar balance. Pomegranate seeds also contain high amounts of vitamins C and K, which may help support a strong immune system. Plus, their gorgeous red colour perfectly compliments the green of the pistachios and indicated the high polyphenol content, which help protect our bodies from illness and disease.

For even more healthy fats and fibre, there’s the addition of coconut. Coconut also contains minerals like selenium, , and managanese, which can help support heathy thyroid function and increase metabolism as well as support weight loss.

The benefits don’t stop there! Did you know that every single one of these ingredients are natural aphrodisiacs?

So, try it out… This Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark is a simple and delicious snack that can help boost your energy, satisfy your sweet tooth without throwing your nutrition goals out the window, and may even help you find your groove in the bedroom!

Although chocolate may not seem like a healthy snack to many of us… with ingredients chosen wisely, chocolate can become a beneficial part of your diet!

The chocolate in this recipe contains a minimum 70% cacao. Cacao is packed with more calcium than cow’s milk; plus iron, protective antioxidants, and magnesium that can help us manage stress. It is also high in healthy fats (cocoa butter), which help us to feel energized and satisfied.

Pistachios add the perfect crunch to this chocolate bark while contributing plant-based protein that helps balance blood sugar levels to help prevent the “hangry” crash that can happen after sweets. Their beautiful bright green colour represents antioxidants such as lutein, that protect eye health.

Pomegranate seeds (aka pomegranate arils) are  packed with dietary fibre! Fibre is a critical part of our diets that aids in maintaining healthy digestion, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar balance. Pomegranate seeds also contain high amounts of vitamins C and K, which may help support a strong immune system. Plus, their gorgeous red colour perfectly compliments the green of the pistachios and indicated the high polyphenol content, which help protect our bodies from illness and disease.

For even more healthy fats and fibre, there’s the addition of coconut. Coconut also contains minerals like selenium, , and managanese, which can help support heathy thyroid function and increase metabolism as well as support weight loss.

The benefits don’t stop there! Did you know that every single one of these ingredients are natural aphrodisiacs?

So, try it out… This Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark is a simple and delicious snack that can help boost your energy, satisfy your sweet tooth without throwing your nutrition goals out the window, and may even help you find your groove in the bedroom!

Although chocolate may not seem like a healthy snack to many of us… with ingredients chosen wisely, chocolate can become a beneficial part of your diet!

The chocolate in this recipe contains a minimum 70% cacao. Cacao is packed with more calcium than cow’s milk; plus iron, protective antioxidants, and magnesium that can help us manage stress. It is also high in healthy fats (cocoa butter), which help us to feel energized and satisfied.

Pistachios add the perfect crunch to this chocolate bark while contributing plant-based protein that helps balance blood sugar levels to help prevent the “hangry” crash that can happen after sweets. Their beautiful bright green colour represents antioxidants such as lutein, that protect eye health.

Pomegranate seeds (aka pomegranate arils) are  packed with dietary fibre! Fibre is a critical part of our diets that aids in maintaining healthy digestion, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar balance. Pomegranate seeds also contain high amounts of vitamins C and K, which may help support a strong immune system. Plus, their gorgeous red colour perfectly compliments the green of the pistachios and indicated the high polyphenol content, which help protect our bodies from illness and disease.

For even more healthy fats and fibre, there’s the addition of coconut. Coconut also contains minerals like selenium, , and managanese, which can help support heathy thyroid function and increase metabolism as well as support weight loss.

The benefits don’t stop there! Did you know that every single one of these ingredients are natural aphrodisiacs?

So, try it out… This Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark is a simple and delicious snack that can help boost your energy, satisfy your sweet tooth without throwing your nutrition goals out the window, and may even help you find your groove in the bedroom!

Although chocolate may not seem like a healthy snack to many of us… with ingredients chosen wisely, chocolate can become a beneficial part of your diet!

The chocolate in this recipe contains a minimum 70% cacao. Cacao is packed with more calcium than cow’s milk; plus iron, protective antioxidants, and magnesium that can help us manage stress. It is also high in healthy fats (cocoa butter), which help us to feel energized and satisfied.

Pistachios add the perfect crunch to this chocolate bark while contributing plant-based protein that helps balance blood sugar levels to help prevent the “hangry” crash that can happen after sweets. Their beautiful bright green colour represents antioxidants such as lutein, that protect eye health.

Pomegranate seeds (aka pomegranate arils) are  packed with dietary fibre! Fibre is a critical part of our diets that aids in maintaining healthy digestion, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar balance. Pomegranate seeds also contain high amounts of vitamins C and K, which may help support a strong immune system. Plus, their gorgeous red colour perfectly compliments the green of the pistachios and indicated the high polyphenol content, which help protect our bodies from illness and disease.

For even more healthy fats and fibre, there’s the addition of coconut. Coconut also contains minerals like selenium, , and managanese, which can help support heathy thyroid function and increase metabolism as well as support weight loss.

The benefits don’t stop there! Did you know that every single one of these ingredients are natural aphrodisiacs?

So, try it out… This Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark is a simple and delicious snack that can help boost your energy, satisfy your sweet tooth without throwing your nutrition goals out the window, and may even help you find your groove in the bedroom!

Many folks complain about feeling deprived while following a keto diet, but with recipes like this Coconut Chicken Curry & Zoodles – you’re sure to enjoy your mealtime. Whether you are following a ketogenic diet or not, this dish is a healthy, satisfying and well-balanced meal that’s sure to “hit the spot!

With avocado oil and full-fat coconut milk this recipe is chock-full of healthy medium-chain triglycerides and omega 9’s to help you feel fuller for longer, support a healthy metabolism, and help reach fat-intake targets for those following a keto diet.

Zucchini noodles aka “zoodles” are a low-carb, pasta alternative for those following a keto diet. That said, even if you are not following keto, zucchini noodles offer a lighter, fresher feeling base to a meal – which is especially pleasing during summer months when we tend to crave lighter meals anyway.

Turmeric, curry powder, cumin and black pepper ensure this meal is not only brimming with delicious flavour, but also filled with powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds like curcumin from the turmeric. Plus, black pepper acts synergistically with turmeric to increase its anti-inflammatory action.

So, give it a try! Fill your plate with some beautiful and tasty Coconut Chicken Curry & Zoodles!

And if you like recipes like this one, you will LOVE our 7-day Ketogenic Menu Plan which is packed with over 40 fantastic keto meal and snack recipes and a grocery list to make shopping easy! Check it out!