About our ingredients
Almonds
Almonds contain lots of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E. Some of their benefits:
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Lower Cholesterol
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Lower Blood Pressure
Did you know? Almonds are related to peaches
PEANUTS
Peanuts are an excellent plant-based source of protein and high in various vitamins and
minerals.
Some of their benefits:
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Heart Healthy
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Manages blood sugar levels
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Protein rich
Did you know? Peanuts aren’t technically nuts; they’re legumes! They grow underground.
WALNUTS
Walnuts are rich in antioxidants, nutrients and healthy fats.
Some of their benefits:
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Lower Cholesterol (read study)
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Lower Blood Pressure (read study)
Did you know? Walnuts are the oldest known tree food - they date back to 10,000 BC!
Brown Rice Crisps
Brown rice is a rich source of phenols and flavonoids, two types of antioxidants that help reduce damage to cells and reduce the risk of premature aging. It also provides many
vitamins and minerals:
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Calcium
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Iron
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Magnesium
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Phosporus
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Selenium
CHIA SEEDS
Fun fact- chia seeds were used as endurance food by ancient tribes! It’s called a nutritional powerhouse food. Some of its benefit include:
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Improve digital health
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Helps boost metabolism
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High in Omega-3 and Omega-6
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High in Fiber
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May reduce spikes in blood sugar
Did you know? Chia seeds were once used as a currency
MATCHA POWDER
Matcha is 137 times more powerful than regular green tea. It contains the amino acid L-theanine, which calms the mind and relaxes the body.
Some of its benefit:
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Boost metabolism and burn calories
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High in antioxidants
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Boost brain function
Did you know? In Japanese “ma” translates to rubbed or ground, while “cha” means tea
SUNFLOWER SEEDS
Sunflower seeds are a good source of a dozen essential vitamins and minerals. It has anti-inflammatory benefits; in fact, Columbia University shows a study (here) that finds consuming sunflower seeds a few times a week is associated with lower levels of inflammation!
PUMPKIN SEEDS
Pumpkin seeds are natural healers! They’re rich in vitamins and minerals, like
manganese and vitamin K, both of which are important in helping wounds heal. They
also contain zinc, a mineral that helps the immune system fight bacteria and viruses.
Did you know? The world's largest pumpkin weighed 2,032 pounds.
TURMERIC
Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, can help fight inflammation and keep blood
sugar levels steady. Some of its benefit:
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Anti-inflammatory
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Improves liver health
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Builds up the immune system
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Helps manage pain
Did you know? Curcumin can act as an anti-depressant! Read study
DRAGONFRUIT POWDER
Dragonfruit, also known as pitaya, is a fruit of a cactus.
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Rich in anti-oxidant
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Loaded in Fiber
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High in nutrients
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Can strenghten your immute system
Did you know? The name 'dragon fruit' is derived from its unique appearance, where the spikes resemble fire and the scales resemble that of a dragon, as depicted in Chinese mythology
CINAMMON
5 benefits:
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Anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal
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Lowers blood sugar and risk of type-2 diabetes
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May support gut health
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May help with blood pressure
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Reduces cholesterol
Ginger
5 benefits:
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Anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal
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Lowers blood sugar and risk of type-2 diabetes
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May support gut health
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May help with blood pressure
ALLULOSE
Allulose is a rare sugar that naturally occurs in fruits like figs and raisins. It’s about 70%
as sweet as sugar and has virtually no calories!
It makes for a sweet-tasting, delicious way to burn fat faster and promote weight loss!
Tapioca syrup
Tapioca syrup is commonly used as a natural sweetener alternative to sugar, sucrose,
honey, molasses, and maple syrup.
It can help reduce blood sugar levels and also provides many health benefits like lower
calories and carbohydrate contents as well as zero exposure to pesticides and genetic
modifications.
CHOCOLATE
Dark chocolate is packed full of important minerals, including iron, magnesium, zinc,
copper, and phosphorus.
It also increases the production of serotonin in your brain which can help improve your
mood and is a powerful source of antioxidants.
Did you know? In Mayan times, cacao beans were used as currency and considered to
be worth more than gold dust!
SEA SALT
Sea salt is mostly composed of sodium chloride, a compound that helps regulate fluid
balance and blood pressure in the body. An essential electrolyte, sodium chloride
maintains optimal fluid balance in the body, which assists with nerve function and
muscle contraction.
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Lower Cholesterol
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Lower Blood Pressure
Did you know? The Egyptians were the first to realize the preservation possibilities of
salt.