Yield: 4 to 6 servings

3 Tbsp chia seeds

1 cup unsweetened flax milk

1 Tbsp maple syrup

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup kiwi, peeled and diced (about 3 fruits)

2 Tbsp pistachios, chopped

Add the ingredients, except pistachios, to a blender and blend for one to two minutes until smooth. Pour into a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Garnish with chopped pistachios.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD, from The Hormone Healing Cookbook.

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