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Healthy

Heart
RECIPE
BOOK
TAKE TWO
A DAY
Congratulations on taking the first step to managing
your heart health. Diet and lifestyle plays a key role and
positive changes such as eating a balanced diet, regular
physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight and
abstaining from smoking are all positive steps you can do
to help maintain a healthy heart.

Sterols Each Weet-Bix™ Eating is clinically proven


extracted biscuit is enriched 2 Weet-Bix™ to lower LDL
from plants with 1g of plant Cholesterol Cholesterol by up
sterols Lowering each day to 9%† in 4 weeks.

Ҡ2g of plant sterols daily lowers cholesterol within 4 weeks as part of a healthy diet low in saturated fat.
Contents
Our Weet-Bix Cholesterol Lowering Cookbook provides you
with ideas and inspiration on how you can incorporate
Weet-Bix™ each day from savoury, sweet to hot or cold.

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Sweet
Peach & Raspberry Parfait .............. 5
Carrot Cake Pancakes.................... 7
Tropical Bircher Muesli ................... 9
Almond & Raspberry Swirl
Yoghurt Weet-Bix ......................... 11
Rainbow Fruit Salad Bowl .............. 13
Banana Pikelets .......................... 15
Green Smoothie Bowl ................... 17
Hot Banana & Peanut Butter
Weet-Bix Porridge ........................19
Nutty Weet-Bix Muesli .................. 21
Papaya Boat ...............................23

26
Savoury
Broccoli & Chickpea Slice ..............27
Cauliflower Fritters ..................... 29
Quick Spinach Frittata .................. 31
Zucchini Fritters ......................... 33

36
Snacks
Beetroot Hummus &
Carrot Weet-Bix ...........................37
Avocado, Cottage Cheese &
Tomato Weet-Bix ........................ 39
Almond Butter & Smashed
Raspberry Weet-Bix ...................... 41
Sweet
Selections

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PEACH & RASPBERRY
PARFAIT
Summer or winter, a colourful, tangy parfait is a great way
to start the morning right!

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits
1 cup fresh, or frozen, raspberries
3/4 cup low fat Greek yoghurt
1 peach, sliced
2 tbs toasted pepitas
1 tsp honey or maple syrup, optional

METHOD
1. Roughly crumble Weet-Bix. Set aside a few berries for garnish, then
gently mash remaining berries and swirl through yoghurt.
2. Layer Weet-Bix, berry yoghurt, peach slices, and pepitas, into a large
glass or jar. Top with reserved whole berries. Drizzle with honey, if using.
3. Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate overnight for a grab-and-go breakfast.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


- Cal
Per Serve
1820
435
• If peaches aren’t in season, Protein (g) 20
substitute 150g (1 cup) tinned Fat, total (g) 11
- Saturated fat (g) 3
peach slices in fruit juice, Plant Sterols (g) 2
drained. Carbohydrate (g) 34
- Sugars (g) 31
• Swap in your favourite sliced
Dietary Fibre (g) 17.1
fruit and berries, to make a Sodium (mg) 241
different combination each day! Potassium (mg) 1067
Calcium (mg) 256
Iron (mg) 5.4

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CARROT CAKE
PANCAKES
Great for grab-and-go during the week, or a lazy breakfast on the
weekend, these pancakes are a sweetly-spiced way to start the day.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


10 mins 10 mins Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering 1 egg, whisked
wheat biscuits, finely crushed
1/2 cup So Good™
1/4 cup wholemeal or spelt flour Unsweetened Almond Milk
1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
TO SERVE
1 tbs chopped unsalted walnuts,
pecans, or sunflower seeds, divided 1 tbs low fat Greek yoghurt
1 large carrot, finely grated 3-4 strawberries, sliced
(approx. 1 1/4 cup)

METHOD
1. To a large bowl add the crushed Weet-Bix, flour, baking powder, cinnamon,
and half the nuts/seeds, stir to combine.
2. Add grated carrot, egg, So Good almond milk and oil. Stir well.
3. Preheat a non-stick pan over medium
and spray lightly with oil. Using a 1/2 Nutritional Information (Average)
cup measure, scoop batter onto pan Per Serve
and gently flatten tops of pancakes. Energy (kJ) 1890
Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden. Flip - Cal 452
and cook a further 2-4 minutes. Protein (g) 17
Fat, total (g) 21
4. Serve pancakes with yoghurt, berries, - Saturated fat (g) 3
Plant Sterols (g) 2
and the remaining nuts.
Carbohydrate (g) 23
- Sugars (g) 14
Dietary Fibre (g) 12.7
Sodium (mg) 465
Potassium (mg) 999
Calcium (mg) 285
Iron (mg) 5.3

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TROPICAL BIRCHER
MUESLI
This bright and sunny make-ahead breakfast is a real treat!

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
1 cup So Good™ 2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering
Unsweetened Almond Milk wheat biscuits, crushed
1/4 cup low fat Greek yoghurt 2 tbs chopped unsalted
macadamias, toasted
1/2 apple, grated
2 tsp flaked coconut, toasted
1/4 cup chopped pineapple
2 tsp honey or maple syrup, optional
1/4 cup chopped mango

METHOD
1. In a jar or bowl, combine So Good milk, yoghurt, apple, pineapple, and
mango. Stir well.
2. Fold through Weet-Bix and half the macadamias.
3. Top with flaked coconut and remaining macadamias. Drizzle with syrup,
if using. Serve immediately or store, covered, in the fridge overnight.

Nutritional Information (Average)

Per Serve
Energy (kJ) 2150
- Cal 514
Protein (g) 13
Fat, total (g) 26
- Saturated fat (g) 6
Plant Sterols (g) 2
Carbohydrate (g) 30
- Sugars (g) 28
Dietary Fibre (g) 11.5
Sodium (mg) 259
Potassium (mg) 702
Calcium (mg) 444
Iron (mg) 3.7

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ALMOND & RASPBERRY
SWIRL YOGHURT WEET-BIX
Creamy yoghurt, tangy raspberries and Weet-Bix Cholesterol
Lowering–what a perfect way to start the day.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


2 mins NA Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits
1/2 cup reduced fat Greek Yoghurt
1/2 cup frozen raspberries, slightly thawed
1 tbs unsalted almonds, chopped

METHOD
1. Lightly crush raspberries and fold through yoghurt.
2. Spoon yoghurt over Weet-Bix, scatter with almonds.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1420
- Cal 338
• Sprinkle with cinnamon or your Protein (g) 16
favourite spice. Fat, total (g) 10
- Saturated fat (g) 2
• Layer in a glass the night before Plant Sterols (g) 2
for a grab-and-go brekkie. Carbohydrate (g) 18
- Sugars (g) 17
Dietary Fibre (g) 10.6
Sodium (mg) 236
Potassium (mg) 634
Calcium (mg) 249
Iron (mg) 0.9

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RAINBOW FRUIT
SALAD BOWL
Seasonal fruit is an explosion of colour and flavour, pair it with cottage
cheese and Weet Bix Cholesterol Lowering for a nourishing breakfast.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup mixed fresh fruit, chopped
1 passionfruit

METHOD
1. Combine fresh fruit with half the passionfruit pulp.
2. Roughly break up Weet-Bix into a bowl. Add cottage cheese, fruit salad
and remaining passionfruit pulp.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1360
- Cal 326
• Any seasonal fruit will work for Protein (g) 21
this recipe, we used strawberries, Fat, total (g) 5
- Saturated fat (g) 2
blueberries, peach and kiwifruit.
Plant Sterols (g) 2
• Substitute orange segments Carbohydrate (g) 21
and grapes in cooler weather, - Sugars (g) 20
Dietary Fibre (g) 9.0
or make your own combination Sodium (mg) 342
from your favourites! Potassium (mg) 590
Calcium (mg) 146
Iron (mg) 0.6

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BANANA PIKELETS
Quick and easy banana pikelets with the goodness of Weet-Bix™.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins 5 mins Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
wheat biscuits, finely crushed
1 tbs water
1 ripe banana, mashed
1/4 cup Greek yoghurt to serve
1 egg (optional)

METHOD
1. Whisk together banana, egg, cinnamon and water with a fork.
Stir through crushed Weet-Bix.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, wipe or spray with a bit of oil.
3. Scoop batter onto pan with a tablespoon. Cook pikelets 3 minutes, flip
and cook a further 2–3 minutes until golden. Serve warm, with a dollop
of yoghurt if you choose.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1150
- Cal 274
• Use a 1 tbs measure for 6–8 Protein (g) 11
pikelets, or 1/4 cup for Fat, total (g) 6
3 pancakes. - Saturated fat (g) 1
Plant Sterols (g) 2
Carbohydrate (g) 22
- Sugars (g) 14
Dietary Fibre (g) 6.2
Sodium (mg) 158
Potassium (mg) 528
Calcium (mg) 34
Iron (mg) 1.4

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WEET-BIX GREEN
SMOOTHIE BOWL
This banana smoothie packs a punch, to kick start your morning in style.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering TOPPINGS
wheat biscuits
1 cup mixed fruit
1 banana–fresh or frozen
1 tbs chopped nuts, unsalted
1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 tbs sunflower seeds or pepitas
1/4 avocado
1 cup So Good™ Almond Milk
Unsweetened

METHOD
1. Place all smoothie ingredients (Weet-Bix through almond milk)
in a blender and pulse until smooth.
2. Pour smoothie into a bowl, top with extra fruit, nuts and seeds,
and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1888
- Cal 451
• Add a bit of extra milk Protein (g) 12.1
when blending for a thinner Fat, total (g) 20.5
- Saturated fat (g) 2.8
consistency, if you wish.
Plant Sterols (g) 2.0
Carbohydrate (g) 28.1
- Sugars (g) 20.1
Dietary Fibre (g) 14.0
Sodium (mg) 200
Potassium (mg) 1105
Calcium (mg) 381
Iron (mg) 3.0

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HOT BANANA & PEANUT
BUTTER WEET-BIX PORRIDGE
Warm and cosy porridge for those cold winter mornings.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins 2-3 mins Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits, crushed
1 banana
1 cup So Good™ Almond Milk
1 tbs Sanitarium™ peanut butter
pinch of cinnamon

METHOD
1. Slice half the banana and set aside. Mash remaining banana and place in
a pan with crushed Weet-Bix, almond milk and cinnamon. Stir well.
2. Bring to a simmer then remove from heat. Tip into serving bowl.
3. Top porridge with sliced banana and peanut butter, serve immediately.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1643
- Cal 393
• Peanut butter can also be stirred Protein (g) 12.0
into porridge instead of drizzled Fat, total (g) 15.9
- Saturated fat (g) 2.3
over top.
Plant Sterols (g) 2.0
Carbohydrate (g) 27.8
- Sugars (g) 20.4
Dietary Fibre (g) 7.2
Sodium (mg) 276
Potassium (mg) 540
Calcium (mg) 306
Iron (mg) 0.3

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NUTTY WEET-BIX
MUESLI
A wholesome, crunchy, start to your day.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


2 mins NA Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits, lightly crushed
30g chopped nuts, unsalted
1 tbs mixed seeds
1/2 cup milk or Greek Yoghurt
1/2 cup blueberries

METHOD
1. Combine Weet-Bix, nuts and seeds.
2. Serve muesli with yoghurt or milk and blueberries.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
2006
- Cal 479
• Muesli can be lightly toasted, Protein (g) 17.3
spread over a tray in the oven Fat, total (g) 26.0
for 6–8 minutes at 180C, for - Saturated fat (g) 3.5
Plant Sterols (g) 2.0
extra crunch. Carbohydrate (g) 21.2
• Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or - Sugars (g) 17.2
Dietary Fibre (g) 8.3
ginger to your muesli for an
Sodium (mg) 158
extra flavour. Potassium (mg) 638
Calcium (mg) 214
Iron (mg) 1.8

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PAPAYA BOAT
Fresh and filling, breakfast served in a papaya is a fun way
to change up your morning routine.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

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WHOLEGRAIN SOURCE OF SATURATED FAT AMOUNT OF DAILY PLANT PROTEIN
FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits, crushed
1/4 medium papaya, seeds scooped and discarded
1/2 cup low fat Greek yoghurt
30g mixed nuts and seeds
1/4 cup raspberries

METHOD
1. Fold together yoghurt and Weet-Bix. Thin with a bit of milk or
water if desired.
2. Spoon yoghurt mixture into the papaya quarter. Top with nuts, seeds,
and berries to serve.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1963
- Cal 469
• If papaya is not in season, Protein (g) 19.6
substitute with half a rock Fat, total (g) 22.3
melon. - Saturated fat (g) 4.1
Plant Sterols (g) 2.0
Carbohydrate (g) 21.1
- Sugars (g) 18.4
Dietary Fibre (g) 11.6
Sodium (mg) 217
Potassium (mg) 766
Calcium (mg) 276
Iron (mg) 1.8

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WHY IS ELEVATED CHOLESTEROL
A PROBLEM?
Cholesterol levels have an impact on our heart health. Too much cholesterol in
your blood causes fatty deposits to build up in blood vessels, making it harder for
blood to flow through. The rate of elevated cholesterol increases with age.

BE HEART SMART – GET A HEAD START


It’s important to start looking after cereals and breads, vegetables, fruits,
your heart early in life to prevent legumes, including soy, nuts and
problems later on. seeds, soluble fibre and healthy fats
every day are important.
Even small reductions in cholesterol
can have a positive impact on The most effective cholesterol
overall heart health in the long run, lowering dietary strategies are to
especially when achieved at an early replace saturated fats and trans fats
age and maintained over time. (bad fats) with unsaturated fats
(healthy fats) and increasing your
Little improvements can make a big
intake of plant sterols each day, as
difference.
part of a healthy diet.
Adopting a balanced diet that
emphasises a variety of wholegrain

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Savoury
Selections

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BROCCOLI &
CHICKPEA SLICE
Boost your daily veggie intake with this delicious and nutritious
make-ahead slice.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


10 mins 30 mins Easy 2

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
4 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering, 1 cup tinned no added salt chickpeas,
wheat biscuits, finely crushed rinsed and drained
2 eggs 2 tbs sundried tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup So Good™ Unsweetened Pinch of pepper
Almond Milk
TO SERVE
2 cups broccoli, finely chopped
2 cups green salad & lemon wedges

METHOD
1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line base and two sides of a 20 cm square tin with a
strip of baking paper. Put aside 1 tablespoon crushed Weet-Bix for topping.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, So Good almond milk, and a pinch of
pepper. Add broccoli, chickpeas, and sundried tomato, and stir to combine.
Add Weet-Bix and stir well.
3. Immediately transfer mixture to the prepared tin and sprinkle with reserved crushed
Weet-Bix. Bake 20-30 minutes, until puffed in the centre and golden on the edges.
4. Cool in pan for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a board and cut into four squares
(2 squares = 1 serve). Serve warm or at room temperature, with a fresh green
salad and lemon wedges.
Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS
Per Serve
Energy (kJ) 1370
- Cal 327
Protein (g) 21
• Store the second serving in a Fat, total (g) 8
container in the refrigerator, ready - Saturated fat (g) 2
for a quick breakfast or lunch the Plant Sterols (g) 2
Carbohydrate (g) 15
next day! - Sugars (g) 6
Dietary Fibre (g) 13.7
Sodium (mg) 343
Potassium (mg) 1088
Calcium (mg) 234
Iron (mg) 7.2

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CAULIFLOWER
FRITTERS
Lightly spiced, veg-loaded fritters are perfect for any time of day. Is there
anything cauliflower, or for that matter Weet-Bix™, can’t do?!

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


10 mins 10 mins Easy 1

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FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
1 cup cauliflower, grated 2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering
wheat biscuits, finely crushed
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbs chopped parsley
2 tsp water TO SERVE
1 egg, lightly whisked 1 cup green salad
1/4 tsp ground cumin 2 tbs unsalted mixed nuts
1/4 tsp ground turmeric 1 tbs tomato chutney or tzatziki,
for dipping

METHOD
1. Combine cauliflower, onion, parsley, water, egg, spices, and a pinch of salt and
pepper in a bowl, and mix well. Stir through crushed Weet-Bix.
2. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and drizzle in oil.
3. Scoop 1/3 cup portions of the batter onto the pan and flatten slightly. Cook
3-4 minutes on each side until golden cooked through. Serve warm or at room
temperature, with a fresh mixed nut and green salad and sauce for dipping.

Nutritional Information (Average)

Per Serve
Energy (kJ) 1950
- Cal 468
Protein (g) 18
Fat, total (g) 25
- Saturated fat (g) 4
Plant Sterols (g) 2
Carbohydrate (g) 19
- Sugars (g) 14
Dietary Fibre (g) 9.2
Sodium (mg) 288
Potassium (mg) 992
Calcium (mg) 138
Iron (mg) 7.3

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QUICK SPINACH
FRITTATA
Weet-Bix™ as the crisp and crunchy crust of a frittata? Brilliant!

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins 5 mins Easy 1

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WHOLEGRAIN SOURCE OF AMOUNT OF DAILY PLANT PROTEIN
FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering 1/4 cup low fat milk or non-dairy milk
wheat biscuits, crushed alternative
1/2 tsp olive oil 2 tbs grated Edam cheese, divided
1 cup baby spinach, thinly sliced pinch salt and pepper
2 eggs

METHOD
1. Preheat grill to high. Whisk eggs, milk, spinach, and half the cheese in bowl.
Season with salt and pepper.
2. Drizzle oil into a small skillet over medium heat. Add crushed Weet-Bix to
pan, shake to cover base, then immediately pour in egg mixture and spread to
edges. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
3. Cook on stove for 3 minutes. Place pan under grill for 2 minutes to finish
cooking and brown top.
4. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (Average)

Per Serve
Energy (kJ) 1400
- Cal 335
Protein (g) 21
Fat, total (g) 15
- Saturated fat (g) 5
Plant Sterols (g) 2
Carbohydrate (g) 6
- Sugars (g) 5
Dietary Fibre (g) 5.3
Sodium (mg) 346
Potassium (mg) 616
Calcium (mg) 222
Iron (mg) 3.1

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ZUCCHINI (COURGETTE)
FRITTERS
Savoury veggie and Weet-Bix™ loaded fritters, ready in a flash.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins 5 mins Easy 1

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WHOLEGRAIN FIBRE AMOUNT OF DAILY PLANT PROTEIN
RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering 1 egg, lightly whisked
wheat biscuits, finely crushed 1 tbs water
1 cup grated zucchini pinch salt and pepper
(approx. 1 medium zucchini)
1/2 tsp of vegetable oil
1/4 red onion, grated

METHOD
1. Combine zucchini, onion, egg and water in a bowl and stir well. Fold though
crushed Weet-Bix and season with salt and pepper.
2. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat, spray or wipe with a bit of oil.
3. Scoop 1/4 cups of mixture into the pan and flatten slightly. Cook for 3-4
minutes on each side until golden cooked through. Serve warm or at room
temperature.

TIPS
Nutritional Information (Average)

Per Serve
Energy (kJ) 1048
- Cal 251
• Serve fritters with a dollop of Greek
Protein (g) 14.2
yoghurt, a squeeze of lemon and Fat, total (g) 8.4
cherry tomato salad if you wish. - Saturated fat (g) 1.5
Plant Sterols (g) 2.0
Carbohydrate (g) 6.4
- Sugars (g) 4.9
Dietary Fibre (g) 6.4
Sodium (mg) 315
Potassium (mg) 690
Calcium (mg) 60
Iron (mg) 1.8

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HOW DOES WEET-BIX™
CHOLESTEROL LOWERING WORK?
EFFECTIVE EASY ENJOYABLE
Clinically Proven to Eating just 2 Weet-Bix™ Same great taste
actively lower LDL Cholesterol Lowering every as Weet-Bix™
cholesterol by up to day provides you the optimal Australians/Kiwi’s
9%† within 4 weeks. amount of 2 grams of plant know and taste.
sterols in one serve.

Plant Sterols are Endorsed by the Heart Foundation (Aus. Only)

LIFESTYLE CHANGES CAN GO A LONG WAY


Other key lifestyle changes to take √ Manage your blood pressure and take
charge of your heart health include: medications as prescribed.
√ Be physically active most days of the √ Achieve and maintain a healthy
week, for at least 30-40 minutes. body weight. Being overweight may
√ Go smoke-free. Smoking greatly contribute to raised blood triglyceride
increases the risk to heart health, and cholesterol levels.
as it affects the vessels that supply √ Reduce alcohol intake to no more than
blood to your heart and other parts 1 or 2 drinks a day. Avoid binge drinking
of your body. and have alcohol free days. This may
help lower your triglyceride levels.

†Two Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering daily provide 2 grams of plant sterols, which is clinically proven to lower LDL cholesterol by up to 9% in 4 weeks as part of a healthy diet low in saturated fat. Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol
Lowering may not be suitable for children under 5 years and pregnant or lactating women. Individual results may vary due to diet, genetic or other reasons.

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Snack
Selections

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BEETROOT HUMMUS &
CARROT WEET-BIX
These savoury topped Weet-Bix make a quick and colourful snack
or part of a delicious lunch.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

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WHOLEGRAIN SOURCE OF SATURATED FAT AMOUNT OF DAILY PLANT PROTEIN
FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits
2 tbs beetroot hummus
1 medium carrot, grated
1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp za’atar, or dukkah

METHOD
1. Toss carrot in apple cider vinegar and set aside for 2 minutes.
2. Spread Weet-Bix with hummus, top with pickled carrot and sprinkle
with za’atar.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
972
- Cal 232
• Za’atar and dukkah are Middle Protein (g) 7
Eastern spice and sesame seed Fat, total (g) 6
blends. They can be found in - Saturated fat (g) 0.7
Plant Sterols (g) 2
the spice aisle of your local Carbohydrate (g) 13
supermarket. - Sugars (g) 9
Dietary Fibre (g) 11.2
Sodium (mg) 234
Potassium (mg) 564
Calcium (mg) 75
Iron (mg) 1.6

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AVOCADO, COTTAGE CHEESE
& TOMATO WEET-BIX
This tangy avocado salsa and creamy cottage cheese will give your
morning Weet-Bix™ an extra flavour boost!

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

VERY HIGH IN EXCELLENT LOW IN OPTIMUM HIGH IN


WHOLEGRAIN SOURCE OF SATURATED FAT AMOUNT OF DAILY PLANT PROTEIN
FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits
1/4 cup low fat cottage cheese
1/4 avocado, diced
4 cherry tomatoes, diced
1 tsp lemon or lime juice
pinch of salt and pepper to taste (optional)

METHOD
1. Combine avocado, tomato, and juice from the lemon or lime. Stir gently.
2. Spread cottage cheese over Weet-Bix and spoon avocado salsa on top.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information (Average)

TIPS Energy (kJ)


Per Serve
1150
- Cal 276
• For an Italian twist, replace Protein (g) 13
citrus with 1/2 tsp balsamic Fat, total (g) 12
vinegar. - Saturated fat (g) 3
Plant Sterols (g) 2
Carbohydrate (g) 6
- Sugars (g) 5
Dietary Fibre (g) 5.4
Sodium (mg) 371
Potassium (mg) 474
Calcium (mg) 74
Iron (mg) 0.5

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ALMOND BUTTER & SMASHED
RASPBERRY WEET-BIX
Creamy almond butter and tangy raspberry chia jam on Weet-Bix™
–enjoy them as-is or with a splash of milk.

PREP COOK TIME LEVEL SERVES


5 mins NA Easy 1

VERY HIGH IN EXCELLENT LOW IN OPTIMUM HIGH IN


WHOLEGRAIN SOURCE OF SATURATED FAT AMOUNT OF DAILY PLANT PROTEIN
FIBRE RECOMMENDED
PLANT STEROLS

INGREDIENTS
2 Weet-Bix™ Cholesterol Lowering wheat biscuits
1/2 cup frozen raspberries, thawed
2 tsp chia seeds
1 tbs almond butter
140ml low fat milk or non-dairy milk alternative (optional)

METHOD
1. Smash berries with a fork and stir through chia seeds. Set aside for 5
minutes to thicken.
2. Spread almond butter over Weet-Bix, top with raspberry chia jam.

TIPS
Nutritional Information (Average)

Per Serve
Energy (kJ) 986
- Cal 236
• Raspberries can be replaced Protein (g) 7
with any frozen berries. Chia Fat, total (g) 8
jam can be made the night - Saturated fat (g) 0.8
Plant Sterols (g) 2
before and refrigerated.
Carbohydrate (g) 8
• Almond butter can be - Sugars (g) 6
replaced with your favourite Dietary Fibre (g) 9.9
Sodium (mg) 93
nut or seed butter. Potassium (mg) 293
Calcium (mg) 70
Iron (mg) 1.0

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28 DAY CHALLENGE
TESTIMONIALS
This year has really
been a wake up call for
me to take my heart
health more seriously…
“I’ve always thought of myself as an active person
– between taking care of the farm, the animals
and the house you can’t afford not to be! Which is
what made it that much more of a shock when I
checked into hospital earlier this year expecting to
get some gallstones removed, and ended up having
to undertake an emergency triple bypass. I feel very
lucky for the surgery to have gone well and am even
more grateful to be able to spend time with the
family and continue seeing the grandkids grow up.
This year has really been a wake up call for me to take
my heart health more seriously and to speak more
openly about my health in general.”

Gregory N, NSW

It’s such an easy


change to make to
help manage my
cholesterol levels.
“I went to see my doctor because I was having
some issues with my blood pressure, and found out
that my cholesterol levels were raised. We talked
about different options. I’d heard about Weet-Bix
Cholesterol Lowering and thought I’d give it a try –
after about a month taking two biscuits a day for
breakfast with fruit and milk, I went back for new
tests and got the good news that my cholesterol
had come down into the average range. Ever since,
I’ve been having my two Weet-Bix Cholesterol
Lowering biscuits a day – it’s such an easy way to
help manage my cholesterol.”

Helen T, NSW

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F OR MO RE I NF O RM AT IO N H E AD TO O UR
H E ART H EALT H H UB AT
www.sanitarium.com.au/cholesterol-resource-centre

WEETBIX @WEETBIXAU

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