Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies
1 cup whole wheat flour (or white)
1 tsp. baking powder
1/3 cup oil
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar (or cane sugar)
1 large egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup craisins
Preparation:
* Mix flour and baking powder, set aside.
* Mix oil, sugar, egg and vanilla.
* Add oats and craisins. Then the flour mix at the end. Mix just until well-blended, don’t over mix.
* Scoop onto pans lined with parchment paper, tablespoon size.
* Bake 350 degrees Fahrenheit / 175 degrees Celsius for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Cranberries possess a unique ability to inhibit bacteria, including E. coli, from adhering to the urinary tract. This is why cranberry juice is often recommended to prevent urinary tract infections (UTI’s). Cranberries also contain hippuric acid, which is antibacterial and helpful for warding off UTI’s.
This recipe is a healthy alternative to settle a sugar craving. Yet, let’s take a glimpse into the idea of cravings. There are many reasons why we crave specific foods, however they all stem from a discrepancy between body, heart and soul.
When we crave sugary foods on a physical level it is because we are not getting enough energy – possibly due to a lack of minerals. Of course we all can relate craving sugar to a lack of sweetness on an emotional level; infusing a sugar high while experiencing something bitter. However this is a temporary bandage and not permanent healing. Of course we must take the time to gain perspective on where these feelings come from and tackle them at their core.
Craving salty food items generally originate from high stress level situations which deplete adrenal glands and reduce the creation of a hormone that retains sodium. Emotionally this is tied into feelings of fear, lack of control and lack of inner strength to stand strong in the face of challenges. A practical solution – trust in Hashem and be mindful of His presence. Strengthen your ability to accept life’s circumstances with love – that it is all good.
