Blueberry Cherry Ginger Jigglers

FOOD AS MEDICINE:

Gelatin is comprised of glycine and proline, two amino acids that are generally limited in the American diet as they are found abundant in organs, bones, and fibrous animal tissues not commonly consumed. The amino acids contribute to healthy skin with promoting collagen formation as well as promoting hair and nail strength. Also, gelatin can be therapeutic for bone and joint support showing promising research and outcomes superior to Glucosamine supplements. Its main claim to fame is the ability to line the gut and reduce inflammation caused by food allergies or inflammatory bowel disease. Gelatin has mucilaginous (aka “oopy-goopy”) compounds that reline the gut essentially servings as a “face-lift” for the GI tract! Beyond these benefits there is some compelling research that it may reduce cellulite and boost weight loss! With all these benefits, break out the Gelatin (Grassfed sources not your standard confined animal farm sourcing found in Jello or Knox) and get in the kitchen!

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup water

1 cup 100% tart cherry juice (we like R.W. Knudsen brand)

1 inch ginger, peeled

2 Tablespoons Gelatin

1/2 cup blueberries

DIRECTIONS:

Set aside 1/4 cup of the water in a small bowl and sprinkle with the gelatin. Mix until combined into a slurry. Bring the remaining water to a simmer. In the meantime, blend the tart cherry juice with the ginger until well combined and there are no visible “strings” of ginger remaining. Alternatively, you can juice the ginger. Allow this mixture to settle or scoop off any foam so as to prevent separation in your final product.

Pour the cherry juice mixture into a bowl and add the gelatin slurry. Stir in the hot water and combine. Pour into a glass dish and distribute the blueberries, agitate as needed to get them to sink to the bottom. Place in fridge for at least 2 hours or until set. Serve as a natural dessert and therapeutic solution to heal “leaky gut”! A medicinal portion is 1″x1″ square daily.

Makes 12 servings

Nutrition facts per serving: 23 Calories, 0g Fat, 4 g Carbs, 2 g Protein