The Power of Nuts & Seeds: A Homemade Superfood Powder for All Ages

Looking for a simple way to boost your family’s daily nutrition? This homemade nut and seed powder is a powerhouse blend of healthy fats, protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals — all from natural, wholesome ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

It’s incredibly versatile and suitable for toddlers to the elderly. Whether you stir it into warm milk or sneak it into your morning oats, it’s a delicious way to nourish your body without fuss.

🧾 Ingredients:

• Peanuts – 1 cup

• Cashews – 1 cup

• Almonds – 1 cup

• Walnuts – 1 cup

• Pistachios – 1 cup

• Pumpkin seeds – 1 cup

• Sunflower seeds – 1 cup

• Chia seeds – 2 teaspoons

• Flax seeds – 2 teaspoons

• Saffron – a few strands (optional)

• Rock sugar (misri) – as per your taste (optional)

🔥 Method:

• Dry roast each of the following separately on low heat:

• Peanuts

• Almonds

• Walnuts

• Pistachios

• Lightly roast together:

• Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds

• Lightly toast chia and flax seeds for just a few seconds. Do not overheat.

• Let everything cool completely.

• Add all the roasted ingredients into a mixie jar or high-speed blender.

• Add saffron and rock sugar (if using) to enhance flavour.

• Blend into a fine powder and store in an airtight container.
  
  

🧠 Why This Powder is a Game-Changer

This blend is:

• Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids

• Packed with plant-based protein

• Full of vitamin E, B-complex, magnesium, calcium, zinc

• Great for brain health, hormonal balance, immunity, and gut health
  
  

🕒 How & When to Use

Take 1–2 teaspoons daily. You can add it to:

• 🌿 Warm milk – traditional, calming, and excellent for children

• 🥣 Oats or porridge – for a breakfast nutrition boost

• 🥤 Smoothies or protein shakes – perfect post-workout

• 🍞 Roti or pancake batter – great for fussy eaters

• 🍪 Homemade energy bars or muffins – sneak in the goodness!
  
  

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Can Use It?

⚠️ A Few Tips:

• Do not use salted or flavoured nuts. Keep it natural.

• Always cool the ingredients fully before grinding.

• Avoid if allergic to nuts or seeds.

• Store in a cool, dry place, preferably in a glass jar or refrigerator in humid areas.
  
  

💬 Final Thoughts

This nut and seed powder has become a staple in our home — it’s simple, nourishing, and adaptable to any lifestyle. Whether you’re trying to boost your child’s immunity, support your own energy levels, or nourish aging parents, this is an easy, natural win.

Give it a try and let your food become your family’s medicine 💛