Wednesday, 18 December 2013

SUPERFOODS

Superfoods are a special category of foods found in nature. By definition they are calorie sparse and nutrient dense meaning they pack a lot of punch for their weight as far as goodness goes.


Goji Berries:

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 Goji berries are grown on vines in the protected valleys of inner Mongolia and Tibet.They have 500 times more vitamin C than oranges.Most of all they are an excellent antioxidant making it an ideal natural whole food for reversing ageing and protecting against disease.



Acai:

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Aloe vera:

borderIt has been deemed a superfood after research studies identifying its seventy-five healing compounds including natural steroids, antibiotic agents, amino acids, minerals and enzymes. Aloe vera has been used since Egyptian times as a skin moisturise, and healer for burns, cuts, bruises, acne and eczema. This is mostly due to the high concentration of natural sulphur (MSM) that it contains. Aloe juices alkalizes the digestive tract preventing over-acidity, a common cause of indigestion, acid reflux, heartburn and ulcers.

 

 

to read more about superfoods check out FOOD MATTERS website.

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