Yogurt & Berry Bowl with Flax

Quick. Nourishing. Gut-friendly.

Whether you’re rushing out the door or planning for a productive day, this bowl is a reliable go-to. Packed with healthy fats, fiber, protein, and probiotics, it fuels your body and keeps you satisfied for hours.

 Ingredients (Serves 1)

• ¾ cup (170 g) whole-milk yogurt
• 1 cup (100 g) fresh berries
  (Gooseberries, blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries)
• 2 tbsp (16 g) ground flaxseeds
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) flaxseed oil
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) water

 Instructions

1. Start with protein:
   Eat two bites of the yogurt on its own first — this helps kickstart protein digestion.
2. Mix it up:
   Combine the rest of the yogurt, berries, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, flaxseed oil, and water in a bowl.
3. Enjoy immediately as a fresh and satisfying breakfast or snack.

🌿 Why This Bowl Works

Flaxseeds provide:
✔️ Omega-3 fatty acids – lower cholesterol & inflammation
✔️ Soluble fiber – improves satiety and gut health

Yogurt offers:
✔️ Natural probiotics – promote healthy digestion
✔️ Calcium & protein – build strength and energy

🧬 Probiotic-Friendly Tip

Looking to support your microbiome? Include foods like:

• Whole-milk yogurt
• Fermented vegetables
• Sauerkraut

They feed the “good” bacteria that support your immune system and mood.

📚 Source: The Metabolic Balance Kitchen by Jane Durst-Pulkys, PhD.