I don’t know about you; but, I’m trying to squeeze as much fun out of this summer as I can. I’ve enjoyed family visits, creating new recipes from fresh organic produce, walking through local farmers’ markets, and discovering new restaurants offering gluten free options.
I’ve learned a lot in this first year after my lupus diagnosis. There is just so much information I want to share with you. The greatest discovery I’ve made is that I could feel good again. Going AIP paleo gave me that. AIP paleo has helped me shed those unwanted pounds, streamline my diet to whole foods, gain energy I haven’t had in years, and completely heal my leaky, sick gut. Although my lupus is not in total remission, I know it’s just a matter of time and perseverance. I didn’t get sick in one year; so, I can’t expect to heal everything in one year.
The reason I’m acting all nostalgic is because I’m getting ready to announce some great resources coming to this blog and other avenues. I’ve already added a great PDF list of foods to eat and avoid on the AIP Paleo Program. You can find and download your copy from the Autoimmune Paleo tab in the menu above.
So, be sure to stay tuned to this blog because I have lots to share with you. I’ll be discussing meal prep ideas, amazing paleo products and companies, how-to videos, and a whole lot more. It’s so exciting!
And now, the reason many of you came here, my Coconut Apricot Pecan Balls Recipe. They are addictive! You can make them AIP compliant by omitting the pecans.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (Omit for AIP)
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Instructions
- Place first five ingredients in food processor.
- Process until mixture has a sticky, gooey consistency.
- Pour shredded coconut into bowl.
- Spoon mixture, one spoonful at a time, into your hand and roll into a small ball.
- Dip ball into coconut, coating on all around.
- Place in airtight container, in fridge, until ready to eat.
- Will keep for 2 weeks, in fridge.
These Coconut Apricot Balls are a tasty treat to enjoy in moderation. Please note the natural sugar content is high in dried fruits.
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Tara Perillo
Welcome all. I am Tara Perillo, herbalist, homeopath, yoga and fitness instructor, and healthy foodie . After successfully reaching remission of my lupus symptoms, through changes in my diet, exercise, and lifestyle, I wrote the ebook, Sickness To Fitness Quick Start Guide. I am also honored to have my paleo and AIP recipes featured in Paleo Magazine, Paleo Living Magazine, Shape Magazine Online, 85 Amazing AIP Breakfasts, The Paleo AIP Instant Pot Cookbook, and blogs by The Paleo Mom, Kris Kresser, Whole New Mom and many others. My focus is to help others become stronger in every facet of their lives. Join me to become stronger in health, mind, body, and spirit, together!
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