Barley Grass Powder

Strong, natural detoxicant. Rich in fibres, proteins and chlorophyll.

Traditionally used by ancient Egyptians, Romans and Vikings to promote their health, barley grass embodies an array of vitamins and amino acids. Embodying a significant chlorophyll content, barley grass boasts an array of minerals including iron, copper and up to 11 times the calcium in cow’s milk. Barley grass is an excellent source of protein with 18 of the 22 essential amino acids. Organically grown on the fertile plains of Canterbury New Zealand, Barley grass is harvested whilst the plant is young. The young barley grass plant is transported to an organically certified dehydrating plant. The moisture content is reduced by 4%. Once dried, the barley grass is milled into a fine powder.

Barley Grass from New Zealand is of the highest quality. Find yours HERE.

Benefits of Hemp Protein

Hemp protein powders are rich in fibre, a nutrient that has a number of valuable health promoting properties. Diets rich in fibre can lower your risk for heart disease, type-2 diabetes, constipation and Diverticular Disease, notes the Harvard Public School of Health.

Additional benefits of hemp protein include potential immune enhancing and anti-fatigue properties, as well as kidney-protective effects.

Hemp protein is a high-fibre protein. It is made from the hemp seed which is composed of approximately 45 percent oil, 35 percent protein and 10 percent carbohydrates. Hemp can be considered a superior protein source due to its great digestibility, which also makes it ideal for athletes. The better the protein is digested, the more efficiently it can be used by the body.

The digestibility of any given protein is related to the concentrations of its amino acids. Hemp protein contains all the essential amino acids (Omega-3 and Omega-6) making it the most complete source of protein. It is a crucial component for muscle repair and building, together with vitamins, minerals, fibre, enzymes, probiotics and antioxidants which are found in hemp seeds.

Hemp seed is composed of two primary types of protein: Edestin (65%) and Albumin (35%).

Edestin protein is found only in hemp seed and is considered the backbone of the cell’s DNA. It is similar to the human body’s own globular proteins found in blood plasma.

Albumin protein is another high quality globulin protein and is similar to that found in egg whites. Albumin is highly digestible and is a major source of free radical scavengers.

Lastly, there are no known allergies to hemp.

Sources:

Livestrong

Globalhemp

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.