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Superfoods

Chia Seeds - A Heart Healthy Choice:

Chia seeds come from an annual herb that belongs to the mint family. Native to Mexico (chia comes from an Aztec word meaning “oily”), health-food fans praise them for their high fiber and healthy omega-3 fat content. Because of these nutrients, Chia is touted for helping to lower blood pressure and cholesterol and treat symptoms of diabetes.

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Healing Foods - Wheatgrass:

Wheatgrass helps cleanse the body of toxins and heavy metals and provides a boost of energy. It's one of the lowest calorie, most nutrient-dense foods available. Wheatgrass contains 70% chlorophyll composition, making it extremely alkalizing in the body. It also contains over 70 minerals and vitamins, hundreds of live enzymes, amino acids, antioxidants, and about 87% by weight protein. This powerful source of nutrients includes vitamins A, C, and E, and minerals calcium, magnesium, and iron.

Goji Berries:

Haven't heard about Goji Berries? Find out about this organically grown superfood, rich in phytonutrients, antioxidants and a great source of protien. Get it here

Spirulina:

This single-celled, blue-green, freshwater-growing algae has been on the planet since the appearance of life on Earth. They form spiraling, helical, microscopic strands that are smaller than the human eye can detect. The name comes from this superfood's spiral character. The green color is derived from chlorophyll and the blue color is from exotic pigment phycocyanin. Spirulina is a complete protein source, is rich in vitamins (A, B1, B2, B6 E and K) and has an abundance of nutrients, including chlorophyll, vitamins, trace minerals, essential fatty acids and anitoxidants.

 
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