Morning Muffins for Constipation Relief

This muffin recipe may be an antidote to constipation. Two alterations to a traditional muffin recipe boost the fiber content: flax seeds with water instead of a chicken egg and whole wheat or gluten-free flour instead of white flour. The fiber content helps encourage movement through the intestines to produce that desired #2. 

Recipe inspired by Half Baked Harvest 

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp ground flax seeds
• ⅓ cup water
• 3 bananas 
• ½ cup maple syrup or honey 
• ⅓ cup milk (dairy or nut) 
• ½ cup coconut oil 
• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 
• 2 cups whole wheat flour or gluten free baking flour mix 
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp sea salt 

Directions

• Heat oven to 350 degrees F. 
• In a small bowl, mix together the ground flaxseeds with the water. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to thicken. 
• In a separate large bowl, mash the bananas. Add in the maple syrup or honey, milk, coconut oil, and vanilla. 
• Pour in the flaxseed mixture and combine. 
• Add in the flour, baking powder, and salt to combine. 
• Lastly, fold in the chocolate chips! 
• Divide the batter among muffin tins. 
• Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes and enjoy! 

This information is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult a physician before treating any disorder.