Written In Collaboration With: LESLEY RUBINOFF Holistic Nutritionist and Practitioner

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If you ever need a daily dose of inspiration to stay on track of your whole-body health goals this year, The Holistic Health Genius on IG serves us with daily reminders to nourish your body with things that it needs and avoid all the junk that it doesn't.

It's 2025, we're banning red dyes and preaching for a slow down in seed oils. While it almost feels like a constant struggle to omit things from our diet to achieve perfect bowels, glass skin and strong teeth, we're putting a positive spin on this. Rather than omitting, we're adding in more foods that serve us well and taste good. Like really good! 

Let's talk about sweet treats that give major benefits to your bite, your brain, your bod and won't leave you cringing at your next dentist appointment. Yes, such treats do exist––and they're as delicious as they are functional. 

Here’s the thing: dark chocolate and raw nuts are a match made in oral-health heaven. Dark chocolate (the 70%+ cacao kind) isn’t just a mood booster; it contains antibacterial compounds that can help reduce cavity-causing bacteria. Think of it as a sweet treat and a defender for your teeth.

The polyphenols in dark chocolate protect the skin from oxidative stress caused by UV rays and environmental pollutants, act as prebiotics, feeding beneficial gut bacteria and supports brain health by potentially boosting mood and cognitive function.

And raw nuts? They’re not just crunchy helping remove sticky food remnants from teeth surfaces; but they’re packed with essential minerals like calcium and phosphorus, which help remineralize your enamel. Plus, their texture stimulates saliva production, giving your teeth an extra rinse post-snack. 

Now, what if we told you there’s a way to combine these two powerhouses into an easy, grab and go-ready recipe? Think dark chocolate raw nutty dark bark, that leaves your smile screaming for a Stimmie. (Oops. Sorry not sorry).

Say hello to Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Clusters with Crusted Almonds—a treat you can serve at parties or keep all to yourself (no judgment).

The Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 cup dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
• 1/2 cup raw hazelnuts
• 1/2 cup raw almonds, finely crushed
• 1 tsp coconut oil
• A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

1. Melt the dark chocolate with coconut oil over low heat, stirring until smooth.
2. Mix in the hazelnuts, ensuring they’re fully coated.
3. Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined tray.
4. Sprinkle the crushed almonds and sea salt over the top for crunch and flavor.
5. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes until firm.

These little clusters are rich, satisfying, and even dentist-approved (seriously). Whether you’re prepping for a  get-together or just need a late-night snack that won’t wreck your teeth, this recipe has you covered.

If you're like us and can't hold back from a good sweet treat and no time in the kitchen, you know we're grabbing some Date Smarter Snacks. It's a win for their clean ingredients and can't ignore the antioxidant benefits that dates carry.

Your sweet tooth deserves this, and so does your bod, your bowels, your brain, your skin and your smile. 

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