Snacks can be healthy. Especially if you make them yourself.

Here are some Utube videos of some really yummy ones:

 

 

Traditional refined white flours are stripped of virtually all their nutrients and cause rapid blood sugar spikes. Shifting to nutrient-dense, ancestral, and whole-food alternatives completely reclaims the nutritional value of your food.

​These alternative flours are highly alkaline-forming, packed with minerals, and offer completely unique digestive benefits.
​The Ultimate Super-Healthy Flour Alternatives
​1. Green Plantain Flour (The Gut-Health Powerhouse)
​Made from unripe green plantains, this is one of the most unique and therapeutic alternative flours available.
​The Super Power: It is one of the world’s richest sources of resistant starch. Unlike regular starches, resistant starch acts like a prebiotic fiber—it passes through your small intestine undigested and directly feeds the beneficial bacteria in your gut.
​Nutritional Profile: High in potassium, magnesium, and essential vitamins. It has a very low glycemic impact, meaning it stabilizes blood sugar rather than spiking it.
​Baking Use: It has a very mild, slightly earthy, non-banana flavor. It absorbs a lot of moisture, so you generally use about 25% less of it when replacing traditional flour.
​2. Teff Flour (The Iron & Mineral Anchor)
​Teff is an ancient, tiny grain from East Africa that packs an incredible nutritional punch. Because the grain is so small, it is impossible to mill without keeping the bran and germ intact—meaning it is always 100% whole grain.
​The Super Power: Exceptional mineral density. It is an absolute powerhouse for iron, calcium, and protein.
​Nutritional Profile: Contains a highly balanced amino acid profile and a large amount of manganese, which helps regulate metabolism.
​Baking Use: Available in ivory or dark varieties. It has a rich, nutty, molasses-like flavor. It is fantastic for hearty pancakes, quick breads, and traditional flatbreads.
​3. Almond Flour (The Low-Carb, Healthy-Fat Base)
​Made from blanched, finely ground almonds, this flour moves entirely away from grains and starches, focusing instead on whole-food macronutrients.
​The Super Power: Packed with cardioprotective monounsaturated fats and high-quality plant protein.
​Nutritional Profile: Remarkably low in carbohydrates, loaded with Vitamin E (a powerful antioxidant), and highly alkaline-forming in the body.
​Baking Use: Adds incredible moisture and a tender, rich crumb to baked goods. It works brilliantly in cookies, muffins, and as a nutrient-dense crust.
​4. Amaranth Flour (The Complete Protein)
​Another ancient grain cultivated for thousands of years, amaranth is a “pseudocereal” that naturally resists the processing issues of modern wheat.
​The Super Power: It is a complete plant protein, containing all nine essential amino acids—including lysine, an essential amino acid missing from almost all traditional grains.
​Nutritional Profile: Exceptionally high in squalene (a compound great for cellular health), dietary fiber, and phosphorus.
​Baking Use: It has a distinct, slightly peppery and nutty flavor. Because it is highly dense, it works best when combined with lighter flours like almond flour to create a balanced texture.
​Nutrient Comparison At-A-Glance
We have all these available here in Ottawa.