Spiced Banana-Walnut Muffins Heart/ Stress Healthy
As I have been letting you know, I have been searching for a way to reduce my blood pressure. I am tired of whining, so I thought I would share some positives I have found with you. Sheila G. West, PhD, of Pennsylvania State University team did a study of diet for possibly reducing stress with omega 3 fatty acids from plant sources. They used my favorite nut, walnuts and walnut oil in the study. The findings were positive for reducing stress and reducing cardiovascular illness. Click here to view the write up about the study. That article and others like it, along with the knowledge that potassium also is helpful, led to me get out my Banana Walnut Muffin recipe and modify it to be heart healthy friendly. [I see you smiling. Yes, I needed some comfort food. ; ) ] Spiced Banana-Walnut Muffins Servings: Serves 6 Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour (I used 1 Cup Gluten Free flour and 1/2 tsp Xanthum Gum) 1/2 tsp. baking soda ...