3 Ways to Eat Clean

A Clean Post-Yoga Snack

Looking for something healthy to nibble on before or after yoga class? Try the Kitchen Sink Almond Butter Snack Bars from the Clean Plates Cookbook, seriously so good and easy.

Makes one 8" square pan

2 c. puffed brown rice cereal

1/2 c. naturally sweetened unsulfured dried cranberries

1/2 c. raw cacao nibs

1/2 c. unsweetened shredded coconut

1/4 c. sesame seeds, toasted, divided

2/3 c. organic almond butter

2/3 c. coconut nectar

Line an 8" square baking pan with parchment or waxed paper, letting it hang a bit over the sides. Set aside. In a medium bowl, combine the cereal, cranberries, cacao nibs, coconut and 3 tablespoons of the sesame seeds. Set aside. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the almond butter and coconut nectar, stirring until blended. Remove from heat and stir into the cereal mixture. Transfer the entire mixture to the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle with the remaining tablespoon of sesame seeds, pressing them to adhere, and refrigerate until firm, about an hour. Use the parchment to transfer the bars from the baking pan to a cutting board. Cut into squares and serve.

A Clean Post-Yoga Snack

Looking for something healthy to nibble on before or after yoga class? Try the Kitchen Sink Almond Butter Snack Bars from the Clean Plates Cookbook, seriously so good and easy.

Makes one 8" square pan

2 c. puffed brown rice cereal

1/2 c. naturally sweetened unsulfured dried cranberries

1/2 c. raw cacao nibs

1/2 c. unsweetened shredded coconut

1/4 c. sesame seeds, toasted, divided

2/3 c. organic almond butter

2/3 c. coconut nectar

Say No to Faux

“As it turns out, just because a food is meat-free or even dairy-free doesn't mean it's great for your body. Fake meats can be filled with processed ingredients (one popular faux burger contains artificial flavorings and colorings). Also be wary of tofu; it's a processed food. Consider organic tempeh, which is fermented and thus easier to digest. Also look out for vegan desserts that have healthy-looking labels, but can be packed with sugar and oils. Baking your own lets you control the ingredients. Finally, remember that if something is pre-packaged, there's a good chance that it's been processed (and is less nutritious than it could be). Cooking when you can—and that can be as simple as chopping up a salad and tossing in some beans and nuts, or tempeh—is better for your body and, often, your wallet.”