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Vanilla Salty Balls with Protein

vanilla protein ballsI have to give credit to my training partner Chase.  He says that if I steal anymore of his ideas, then he will sue me.

6 Tablespoons Natural Peanut Butter
5 Tablespoons Raw Honey
3/4 Cup of Oats
3 Tablespoons Ground Flax Seeds
1 Serving of Combat Vanilla Protein (Use whatever you want but I use Muscle Pharm)
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Teaspoon Sea Salt

Mix all of the ingredients together in a mixing bowl thoroughly.
Take spoonfuls out and roll into balls.
Place on cookie trey and leave in refrigerator for 1 hour or until you eat them

Healthy Benefits:

Raw Honey:
Increases natural energy
Used in treating allergies
Treats colds and sore throats (it coats the throat and reduces irritation)
Used as an acne treatment

Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
Lowers Cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease
Makes you feel full longer
May reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
May reduce heart disease
May reduce high blood pressure
Contains vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
May reduce risk for certain cancers

Ground Flax Seed
Helps with digestion and good for cardiovascular system.
Contains Omega-3 Fatty Acids.
Provides anti-inflammatory properties

Vanilla Extract
Antioxidant Properties
May fight Cancer
Boost Metabolism
Reduces Anxiety
May fight infections and fever in children
Reduces Nausea

Sea Salt
Alkalizes the Body
Contains Minerals
Good for the Cardiovascular System
Good for the Brain
Good for the Skin
Important for Hydration
Boosts Immune System
Helps maintain Sugar Levels (good for Diabetes)
Prevents Osteoporosis
Prevents Muscle Cramps and Spasms
Reduces Cholesterol
Reduces Inflammation in respiratory system (Good for Asthma)

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