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Boiled eggs

Kimchee fermented vegetables. Try on whole grain crackers

Plain whole yogurt sweetened with local honey or fruit

Bean or oat patties, made with leftover beans or grains or a combination. Add vegetables and mashed beans/grain, form patties and either bake or pan fry in coconut oil

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