{"product_id":"med-141","title":"Date and Walnut Balls","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🧠 Brain Health Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate and Walnut Balls are one of the most nutrient-dense brain-health snacks in the Mediterranean tradition. Dates are rich in natural sugars, fiber, and antioxidants that provide sustained brain energy and reduce neuroinflammation. They also contain compounds shown to reduce amyloid plaque accumulation linked to Alzheimer's disease. Walnuts are the #1 nut for brain health — packed with DHA omega-3s, polyphenols, and vitamin E that protect neurons and improve memory. Cinnamon adds cinnamaldehyde, which inhibits tau protein aggregation. No baking required — just pure, powerful brain nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🗄️ Cabinet Ingredients Needed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnuts Chopped — CAB-106 (ing-cab-1060)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinnamon Ground — CAB-36 (ing-cab-360)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoconut Unsweetened Shreds — CAB-39 (ing-cab-390)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardamom Pods — CAB-27 (ing-cab-270)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure Vanilla Extract — CAB-79 (ing-cab-790)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Chocolate Chips — CAB-48 (ing-cab-480)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🛒 Fresh Ingredients Needed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDates Pitted (ing-fr-2340)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🍋 Not Applicable (NA)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater (ing-na-200)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e👨🍳 Cooking Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak 2 cups pitted dates in warm water for 10 minutes to soften. Drain well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd dates to a food processor and pulse until a sticky paste forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 cup chopped walnuts, 1 tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp cardamom, and ½ tsp vanilla extract. Pulse until combined but still slightly chunky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll the mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll each ball in unsweetened coconut shreds, chopped walnuts, or dark chocolate chips to coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate 30 minutes to firm up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Phil's Early Alzheimer Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44324600512563,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/6223\/3139\/files\/image_48d2ecd9-9676-4945-a3a6-6b49a42869d4.png?v=1779122177","url":"https:\/\/philsearlyalzheimerstore.com\/products\/med-141","provider":"Phil's Early Alzheimer Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}