Detoxifying Basil Seed Pudding

If you currently work with me as a client, then you know that foods with natural binding properties are a significant part of my nutritional approach to detoxifying from mold exposure.

I define foods with “binding properties” as those that form gelatinous fiber when mixed with water; this fiber can absorb toxins (such as mycotoxins) in the gut and help remove the toxins from your body via your stool. Basil seeds are my favorite whole-food binder because they are rich in fiber and easy on the gut.

The star ingredient in this recipe is the basil seed, a small seed similar in appearance to a chia seed that functions as a natural binder. However, unlike chia seeds, basil seeds are low in lectins.

Lectins are compounds that are part of a plant’s natural defense system but can irritate sensitive digestive systems. Low-lectin foods, such as basil seeds, tend to be easier on the gut compared to higher-lectin foods, such as chia seeds.

The fiber formed when basil seeds mix with liquid (such as water or nut milk) makes for a perfect pudding texture! Basil seeds have long been used in Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian, and Indian cuisine. They have a neutral flavor and are rich in fiber (providing about 15 grams of fiber per tablespoon) and calcium (providing nearly 300 mg of calcium for 2 tablespoons).

If you’re recovering from mold illness, consider adding basil seeds to your diet to support detoxification! Check out my basil seed pudding recipe below.

Basil seed pudding

The star ingredient in this pudding is the basil seed, a small seed similar to chia seeds that gels up when mixed with liquids, making for a perfect pudding texture. Basil seeds have long been used in Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian, and Indian cuisine. These seeds are rich in fiber that may help bind onto toxins in the gut, supporting detoxification.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Snack

Servings 1 serving

Ingredients

  

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• 2 tbsp basil seeds
• 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk gently warm the coconut milk ahead of time if the fat has separated to the top of the can
• 1 scoop unflavored collagen peptides
• 1/3 cup blueberries
• 1/4 cup pistachios
• 1 tsp raw honey optional

Instructions

 

• Mix together the 2 tbsp of basil seeds with the 1/2 cup of full-fat coconut milk. If the pudding ends up too thick, you can thin it with a bit of filtered water until it is the right consistency.
• Mix in the protein powder and raw honey (if using) until these ingredients are thoroughly blended in.
• Top the pudding with blueberries and pistachios, or another combination of fresh fruit and nuts.
• Enjoy!

Keyword dairy-free, gluten-free, low-histamine, Paleo

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