Vegan Keto Anti Inflammatory Ginger Coconut Treats Recipe for Pain Relief

Today, you're ready for a new story. No more coming home after a long day, your body feeling achy and tired, eating a quick snack that barely supports your health goals. This time, you want to eat something intentional—something that not only tastes great but also helps soothe chronic pain, reduce inflammation, and still fit into busy life and your healthy diet. You remember these Ginger Coconut Treats, packed with ingredients known for reducing pain and inflammation, that taste so good while helping with pain and nourishing your body.

These little bites are designed to fit your diet and help you feel your best. They affect your body in a powerful way, helping to manage a variety of pain from arthritis pain to soothing sore muscles, and support hormone balance. With healthy fats and prebiotic foods that can calm inflammation, support a healthy gut microbiome, and even contribute to maintaining body weight, eating these Ginger Coconut Treats is like a sweet, healing hug.

What Are Ginger Coconut Treats Made Of?

These treats are made with just a handful of ingredients, but don’t let their simplicity fool you. Each ingredient is carefully chosen to pack a punch. Coconut butter gives the treats their creamy base, while fresh ginger adds a spicy warmth and an anti-inflammatory, pain relieving boost. 

A touch of flavored stevia provides sweetness without affecting your blood sugar, and a sprinkle of Zero (organic erythritol) adds a little extra sweetness to counteract any stevia bitterness and bring balance. This recipe is as adaptable as it is delicious—you can customize the flavors to suit your palate, but we'll get to that soon!

How Do You Make Ginger Coconut Treats?

Maybe not as easy as opening a box or bag of snacks, but making these treats is a breeze! Start by stirring or blending together creamy, melted coconut butter with a grated chunk of ginger. The ginger gives it a spicy zing, which you can dial up or down depending on how bold you like your flavors. 

Next, add about 15 drops of hazelnut stevia—just enough to sweeten without overwhelming the ginger—and a pinch of Zero (or organic erythritol) for a little extra sweetness. 

Once everything is combined, simply pour the mixture into candy molds or roll it into little bite-sized balls. Pop them in the freezer, and in 15 minutes, you’ve got yourself a batch of health-supporting treats ready for eating!

You can store them in an air-tight container in the fridge or freezer to have on hand for after meals.

How Do You Customize This Recipe?

This recipe is really versatile. 

• Switch up the flavor of stevia—vanilla, cinnamon, or even peppermint would be fun alternatives. 

• Add a little extra zing– Add more ginger or some lemon or lime zest!

• Make it creamier –Up the coconut butter content. 

• Add a chocolatey taste–You can add cacao powder or chocolate stevia for a chocolate treat.

• Swap out the coconut–  Use almond or macadamia butter or tahini.

• Boost the protein content– Stir in some hemp seeds or your favorite protein powder.

• Give it a little crunch– Mix in some cacao nibs or chopped almonds or other nuts.

• Boost the anti inflammatory properties – Add in turmeric or some omega 3 fatty acids by mixing in some ground flax seeds or hemp seeds.

How about a chocolate cherry ginger almond treat?  Swap the coconut butter for almond butter, use chocolate flavored stevia, and add a little real cherry juice.  Delicious!

The possibilities are endless, and you can adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your liking.

How Do These Ingredients Help With Blood Sugar Balancing, Inflammation, and Metabolic Hormone Balancing?

These ginger coconut treats not only help with acute and chronic pain, but are a tasty way to support your health and diet while keeping things simple. Coconut butter is full of healthy fats that help balance hormones and reduce food cravings that often come with blood sugar swings. The ginger gives them a warming, spicy kick while also helping to ease chronic pain naturally. Plus, using stevia and Zero means you can enjoy a little sweetness without worrying about sugar spikes. Altogether, these treats are great for stabilizing energy, managing hormone imbalances, and giving your body the nutrients it needs in a delicious way.

Coconut   

Coconut is packed with medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat that's easily digested and quickly used for energy instead of being stored as fat. This makes coconut a fantastic ally in balancing blood sugar and supporting metabolic hormones like insulin. By stabilizing blood sugar levels, MCTs can help reduce those frustrating spikes and crashes that often lead to cravings or fatigue.

Coconut contains fats that improve cognitive function by fueling the brain and supporting a healthier lipid profile. These fats help reduce inflammation throughout the body, including in the gut, which is essential for maintaining a healthy microbiome. 

Coconut has been recognized for its anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties. Studies have even shown that it can help normalize C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, an important marker of inflammation and infection. By keeping CRP levels in check, coconut butter helps preventing chronic inflammation which is often linked to various metabolic and inflammatory conditions.

Ginger  

Ginger is packed with gingerols which have anti inflammatory properties that work by blocking pro-inflammatory cytokines that keep inflammation and pain hanging around in the body. Ginger works similarly to common anti-inflammatory drugs (like NSAIDs and other pain relievers), but without the downside of harming your stomach lining; ginger actually protects the stomach lining. Ginger can add relief for sore joints or chronic pain.

Ginger also does wonders for balancing the metabolism and hormones. It helps improve insulin sensitivity, keeping blood sugar levels stable—a huge win for anyone managing insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome. And because it reduces oxidative stress, ginger supports adrenal and thyroid function, which are key players in keeping hormones in check. It’s also a brain protector, thanks to its antioxidant properties and helps fend off oxidative damage that can damage cognitive function over time. 

Stevia  

Stevia is a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It doesn’t raise blood sugar or insulin levels which makes it an ideal sweetener for those managing blood sugar imbalances or insulin sensitivity. Unlike artificial sweeteners, real stevia, not the white processed form, contains antioxidants that can protect against oxidative stress which benefits the heart, brain, and hormones. 

Zero (Erythritol)  

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that provides sweetness without affecting blood glucose or insulin levels. It has a zero glycemic index. Studies show that erythritol may even act as an antioxidant, scavenging free radicals and reducing inflammation. It’s well-tolerated by the gut and has been shown to promote oral and digestive health without the negative effects that some other sugar alcohols can have on the microbiome.

With such powerhouse ingredients working in harmony, Ginger Coconut Treats form a delicious snack that's delicious to eat, nutrient-dense, and supports hormone balance. These little bites are an easy way to enjoy foods that help maintain your health while easing pain and nourishing your body. No matter your diet, these treats are as simple to make as they are beneficial for your health and hormones.

Where Can You Find This And Other Nutritious And Delicious Recipes Like It?

Want more recipes that heal, nourish, fit your weight and life goals, and satisfy? Check out the Change Your Diet, Ease Your Pain episode by Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo from the Healing Kitchen Show Recordings in Body Freedom Nutrition Lab for more ideas on how to turn food into medicine.

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