Showing posts with label Vitamin B3. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vitamin B3. Show all posts

Tuesday, 23 September 2014

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are a source of Omega-3 fatty acids and source of vitamin B1, B3, E and minerals like calcium, magnesium and zinc. Chia seeds also contain a lot of proteins and are considered as one of the most popular super foods these days. It regenerates the body and is helpful with loosing weight and building power.
Containing nearly 5 times more calcium than milk, and 3 times more iron than spinach, Chia Seeds are an ancient natural food and a leading modern day “superfood”. Originating from the South American herb the chia plant also known as the chia sage is a member of the mint family. Traditionally Chia Seeds formed a core part of local cuisine as flour, cereal and mixed in drinks. Enriched with a plethora of useful proteins and vitamins, Chia Seeds also embody large quantities of omega 6 and 3 fatty acids. Chia Seeds boast an affluent nutritional profile with approximately 20% protein and more Omega-3 fatty acids than any other plant, including flax seeds. Chia Seeds are carefully extracted from the salvia hispanica and selected for the highest quality. These are cleaned in natural water and packaged in their raw state. 
You can have your chia seeds HERE.

Maca Powder

Gives energy and endurance, reduces physical and mental stress, increases libido in men and women, contains carbohydrates and is rich with vitamins B, calcium, iron and other minerals.
Dubbed the “superfood of the Andes”, Maca is popular amongst the indigenous population of the Peruvian Andes. Cultivated in spring, Maca is a small root vegetable from the maca plant grown at altitudes over 3500 metres. Traditionally integrated in the nutrition of natives, the Maca root has evolved into a modern day “superfood”. Maca has a rich malty flavour that combines well with cacao, another “superfood”. A complete protein, Maca provides 19 amino acids, 4 different alkaloids, 20 different fatty acids, an abundance of calcium and an assortment of vitamins including C, E, B1 (thiamine) and B2 (riboflavin). Raw Maca roots are cultivated on a 5 year rotational method without the use of pesticides. Hand selected for the best quality, the Maca root is cleaned in natural water. Once dried the Maca root is ground into a fine powder and packaged.
Would you like to try maca powder? Click HERE. :)