This month, many of us are thinking more about blood sugar. And for good reason, diabetes doesn’t happen overnight. It starts with years of imbalance: fatigue, cravings, weight gain, unstable moods.
But the good news is that small changes can make a real difference.
That’s exactly why I created this recipe: a delicious activated trail mix recipe that helps you feel energized, curb sugar cravings, and support healthy metabolism.
Why Most Trail Mixes Aren’t Helping You
Let’s be honest: most store-bought trail mixes are less “healthy snack” and more “sugar bomb.“
Between the added oils, sweeteners, sulfites, and chocolate-coated everything, they’re often doing more harm than good. These ingredients can spike blood sugar, increase inflammation, and leave you feeling tired and bloated.
Our version is different.
It’s made with clean, whole ingredients: activated nuts and seeds, unsulfured dried fruits, a touch of cinnamon. It gives you protein, fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based micronutrients without the junk.
It’s a snack that supports your goals, not sabotages them.
What Does It Mean to Eat Activated Nuts?
You’ve probably seen the word activated pop up a lot lately but what does it really mean?
It’s simple: activated nuts and seeds have been soaked in filtered water (with a splash of apple cider vinegar), then gently dehydrated at low temperatures (45C) during a couple of hours to get a crunchy texture. Otherwise you can find them readily reactivated at Scoop Wholefoods (UAE), see below.
This process mimics nature. When a seed falls into moist soil, it gets the signal to sprout. Soaking simulates this, waking the seed up and deactivating compounds called anti-nutrients.
These anti-nutrients, like phytic acid and lectins, are nature’s defense system.
Think of it this way: Plants don’t want you to eat their babies (seeds). So they coat them with compounds that irritate the gut, block nutrient absorption, and make you feel uncomfortable. It’s the plant’s way of saying: “Leave me alone.”
But when we soak and dehydrate the nuts, those compounds break down. What we get instead is a crunchy, easier-to-digest, nutrient-rich snack that’s gentler on the gut and better for your metabolism.
Benefits of activated nuts:
- Reduced anti-nutrients and lectins
- Improved absorption of magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins
- Easier digestion and less bloating
- More stable blood sugar and fewer cravings
Why This Trail Mix Works
This isn’t just a snack, it’s functional food.
- Almonds and walnuts (activated): rich in omega-3s and anti-inflammatory fats that support brain health and hormones.
- Flax and sesame seeds: great sources of lignans and fiber to support gut health and hormone balance.
- Pumpkin and sunflower seeds: packed with magnesium for energy and nervous system regulation.
- Cinnamon and nutmeg: help regulate blood sugar and reduce sweet cravings.
- Unsulfured dried fruits: naturally sweet and preservative-free to avoid sulfite-related symptoms like headaches or fatigue.
It’s high in protein and fiber, which helps keep you full and balanced throughout the day.
Where to Shop in the UAE
You can find all of these ingredients, activated and organic, at our friends from Scoop Wholefoods.
Whether you’re shopping in-store in Dubai or online, they offer a wide variety of clean, unsulfured dried fruits and activated nuts.
And here’s the good news:
We’ve partnered with Scoop to offer our community an exclusive discount. Just check this recipe in the app to get your promo code.
Premium Activated Trail Mix Recipe
Serves 20 | 50g per serving
Calories: 250 | Protein: 8g | Fiber: 6g
Ingredients:
- 200g raw activated hazelnuts
- 200g raw activated almonds
- 200g raw activated walnuts
- 25g raw activated pumpkin seeds
- 25g raw activated sunflower seeds
- 175g unsulfured dried dates
- 125g unsulfured dried fruits (mango, papaya, apple, strawberries…)
- 50g unsulfured dried banana
- 10g flaxseed
- 15g sesame seeds
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch nutmeg
- Pinch sea salt
Method:
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle spices over dried fruits, then mix well.
- Store in an airtight glass jar for up to one month.
Allergy Info: Contains tree nuts and sesame.
Customization Tips:
- For better blood sugar control, use Ajwa dates. They are the lowest in glycemic index, a better choice if blood sugar is a challenge. Medjool dates are larger, delicious with a caramel note but higher in glycemic index
- You could use any nuts you like and add other fun ingredients such as organic popcorn (ideally homemade), pieces of sourdough crackers, dark chocolate chips, etc.
- For texture, add homemade organic popcorn or sourdough crackers
A Snack That Supports Real Change
Every handful of this trail mix supports your body’s natural rhythm.
It’s the kind of snack that helps with weight loss, gut health, stable energy, and fewer cravings.
And it’s one more small step toward a more sustainable way of eating.
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About the author
Asmaa Lahlou is the co-founder of MyAuthentikSpoon, a naturopathic program dedicated to empowering individuals to make smarter food choices for improved well-being. If you’re ready to tackle wellness with a fresh perspective, schedule a complimentary private consultation with Asmaa to receive personalised dietary insights and weight management strategies. This is your opportunity to have your questions answered and to learn how to incorporate the food choices into your lifestyle and achieve a better wellbeing.
