This Creamy Eggnog Recipe Is A+ For Brain Health (2024)

During the holiday season, most of my patients in mytelehealth functional medicine clinichave the same question. They want to know what treats they can eat without derailing progresstoward their health goals. And my answer always seems to surprise them.

There are actually a variety of substitutions and alternative recipes for almost all of the traditional holiday favorites. Plus, when these new versions are made well with quality ingredients, most of my patients discover they actually enjoy them evenbetterthan their old counterparts—and more importantly, theyfeelbetter afterward.

One of my all-time favorites is eggnog. With a few simple swaps, you can make a delicious homemade version that is alsoketotarian(my term for a clean, mostly plant-based keto way of eating). So next time you are craving the holiday classic, whip up this recipeinstead. Ditching conventional sweeteners and adding more brain1- and metabolism-supporting2 fats like coconut milk and MCT oil may even help boost your energy during this season. Yes, I still include egg yolks in the recipe since they can be a wonderful source of beneficial omega fats and brain-supporting nutrients like choline.

Ketotarian Eggnog Recipe

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