- LeBron James’ chef Dena Marino shared the NBA star’s granola recipe on Instagram.
- The recipe contains no oats and contains spices and protein sources such as nuts and egg whites.
- A dietitian says the recipe is nutritious as-is, but adding oats would make it more heart-healthy.
LeBron James on Sunday became the oldest player in NBA history, at 37 years and 60 days, to record more than 50 points and 10 rebounds in a game in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Golden State Warriors.
The aging NBA superstar has maintained his place at the top of his sport’s performers as he approaches his 40th birthday. James Diet and Lifestyle to maintain that performance has fluctuated over the years: he has adopted different eating habits from drinking wine every day, according to ESPNto eat only meat, fish and vegetables for 67 days in a row, according to men’s health.
These days, one of James’s favorite healthy snacks is his high-protein granola, according to his chef Dena Marino, who posted James’ favorite granola recipe on Instagram on Wednesday.
The mix contains 4 g of protein, 10 g of carbohydrates, 16 g of fat and 200 calories in a half-cup serving, Marino wrote.
The recipe, which is for nine servings, does not contain oats but does contain multiple sources of protein. It includes:
- 1 cup chopped cashews
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup ground flax seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 egg white
A dietitian says the recipe is packed with protein, healthy fats and flavor, but adding oats might help
Registered dietitian Bonnie Taub-Dix, founder of BetterToDoDiet.comtold Insider that James’s recipe packs a lot of nutritional value, especially in the protein sources and spices.
Turmericin particular, it has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years and is said to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, Insider previously reported. Similar effects have been reported with cinnamon and paprika, which may also help lower cholesterol levels and help control type 2
diabetes
, Previously informed insider.
Still, Taub-Dix said adding oats to the recipe can improve their fiber content, adding heart health benefits.
“Oatmeal provides the energy that carbohydrates bring along with soluble fiber to help keep your heart healthy,” Taub-Dix told Insider.
Eating oatmeal is also linked to lower cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels In addition to reducing the risk of diabetes, according to WebMD.
