Real Maple Syrup
Real Maple Syrup is now considered a whole food and not just a sweetener. Yes, maple syrup consists of the simple sugars fructose, sucrose and glucose. However, because of this … Continue reading
Almonds
Raw almonds are nutrient dense nuts that are a rich source of vitamin E, calcium, phosphorous, iron, manganese and magnesium. They also contain notable amounts of zinc, selenium, copper, folate, … Continue reading
Bok Choy
Bok choy is a type of Chinese cabbage that doesn’t look like the typical cabbage. The entire vegetable can be used, and is often added to raw salads for a … Continue reading
Buckwheat
While many people think that buckwheat is a cereal grain, it is actually a fruit seed that is related to rhubarb and sorrel making it a suitable substitute for … Continue reading
Carrots
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene and alpha-carotene, compounds that are converted to vitamin A in the body. One of the most common antioxidants in carrots, lutein is predominantly … Continue reading
Zucchini
Zucchini is loaded with nutrients known to aid in digestion, ease constipation, balance blood sugar, maintain both sex and brain hormones and curb overeating. Like melons, zucchini is mostly water … Continue reading
Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin Seed, or more specific the green pepita, is a known nutritional powerhouse! Pumpkin seeds are abundant in the minerals magnesium, calcium, zinc, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, iron and copper. The … Continue reading
Rosemary
Rosemary’s antioxidant content is known to help prevent cataracts. The natural acids present in rosemary help in protecting the body’s cells and DNA from free radical damage. And rosemary extract … Continue reading
Blueberries
Blueberries are known to help keep arteries clear by reducing blood levels of artery-clogging LDL’s. Blueberries have very high antioxidant levels, which is very beneficial for the cardiovascular system. They … Continue reading
Peaches
Peaches contain fiber, 10 different vitamins, thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B-6, niacin, folate and pantothenic acid & low levels of vitamin E and K. Peaches contain the antioxidant known as chlorogenic … Continue reading
Watermelon
Watermelon is rich in the carotenoids: lycopene, phytofluene, phytoene, beta-carotene, lutein, and neurosporene. Carotenoids are antioxidants known for their ability to “seek out and destroy” free-radicals (pre-cancer cells). Several researchers … Continue reading
Flax Seed
Ground Flax Seed is high in both B vitamins, and magnesium. Flax contains essential fatty acids, including omega-3 and omega-6 that help the body balance good and bad fats. Also a … Continue reading