Posts Tagged ‘Super’

• The Perfect Food is Super Green

  Date: 2010.06.08 | Category: Community Service | Response: 0

  Many people are not yet aware that there is a type of nutritional supplement called a super green food that can help prevent disease and reverse the signs of aging.

  
  It is comprised of whole foods direct from nature that can actually help conquer cancer, nerve damage, diabetes, heart disease, irritable bowel syndrome, clinical depression, as well as provide all the nourishment your body needs to stay healthy and strong – for life. If you want to boost your immune system, energy levels and brain power taking a super green whole food supplement every day can help.

  
  Not your typical pond scum

  
  Most super green foods contain blue green algaes called micro-algae, since they are microscopic forms of freshwater algae. Both chlorella and Spirulina are microscopic plants that grow in fresh water and contain a plethora of nutrition.

  
  They’ve been around for quite some time now: nearly a few billion years. Even though these are some of the earliest and simplest life forms on the planet, they appear to have every form of nutrition the human body needs to survive.

  
  These micro-algae contain an astounding array of abundant supply of nutritional elements: vitamins, macro minerals, trace minerals, essential fatty acids, protein, nucleic acids, micro nutrients, chlorophyll and a vast spectrum of phyochemicals. In fact, a person could literally live off these micro-algae and nothing else. They make the perfect whole food supplement because they are so nutritionally dense.

  
  Bigger is not always better

  
  These super foods range in size from 2 to 8 microns, which is about the same size as a human blood cell. They appear green due to their high chlorophyll content. Harvesting these nutrients form the algae requires special centrifuge equipment, which is one reason why people don’t grow their own micro-algae for individual consumption. Most of these super foods are grown in vast water farms located in parts of the world where the climate is warm and sunny.

  
  Chlorella and Spirulina, two of the main ingredients in Enerfood Super green energy drink, contain zero refined carbohydrates; they are high in digestible protein, high in chlorophyll, high in essential fatty acids and have no “bad” fats.

  
  Kelp is a type of seaweed that has a rich source of vitamins, especially the B Vitamins, as well as many important minerals. Studies have shown that it can be beneficial to brain tissue and the membranes surrounding the brain. You need specific nutrition to support the function of the sensory nerves and the spinal cord, as well as the nails and blood vessels. Kelp can provide this nutrition.

  
  It has been used in the treatment of under active thyroid problems because of its iodine content and is useful for other conditions such as hair loss, obesity and ulcers.

  
  Many health practitioners recommend a daily green food supplement, especially for people with mineral deficiencies or mood disorders.

  
  Try using a super green whole food supplement every day for a week. One tablespoon in a glass of juice is all it takes. They are also cost effective. Taking a tablespoon of super green energy food costs less than a typical fistful of vitamins.

  Darren Craddock is an expert in Naturopathy, Diet, Nutrition, Herbology, Massage, and Yoga. Get your Free Report: Discover how to keep from getting sick and have more energy! The best value and the best tasting green energy drink boost of Enerfood powder at www.Enerfood.com

• Super Green Food Recipes

  Date: 2010.06.05 | Category: Community Service | Response: 0

  Smoothies are no longer crunchy granola hippie food. They are in sidewalk cafes and are being sold at the grocery store in 6 packs. But smoothies are easy to make at home and can be even more nutritious when you make them yourself. One of the best reasons to start drinking smoothies is if you are prone to skipping breakfast.

  
  Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet millions of people walk out the door with a thermos of coffee and a full to-do list. Your body needs fuel to work properly. Your brain needs energy to think properly. Smoothies are a great way to get super nutrition in a tasty treat. They are quick to make and easy to share. What more could you want form a great breakfast?

  
  I keep a list of smoothie ingredients on hand so I can make the best tasting, most nutrient rich shake I can. I keep these ingredients on hand all the time so I can substitute different fruits or juices to change the flavor depending on my mood.
  
  Here is my list: juice (I mix it up), plain whole yogurt, flax seeds, a super green powder, coconut milk powder, protein powder (vanilla), flax seed oil, and wheat germ.

  
  You can start out with juice, yogurt, green food and the Coconut milk powder and work in the flax seeds, protein powder and other ingredients. I recommend a powdered super green mix because it mixes easily and digests very quickly. (In fact I often mix it with a cup of juice and take a green shot for a mid afternoon pick me up!) Plus it is less expensive than other vitamin regimes because you get all the nutrients you need in one shot. I particularly like adding vanilla protein powder and Coconut milk powder because they add more protein and omega 3 fatty acids, plus the coconut milk powder tastes really creamy and good! Ok, now that you have your basic ingredients lets get down to it!

  
  Smoothies are good for you for many reasons, but two in particular. One: smoothies combine readily available nutrients in a liquid form. This means you get the nutrients you want in a highly digestible form, right away. Second: they are great healthy food on the go. Let’s face it, we need better food for a fast pace society. Before you go drop another 5 dollar bill on a starbucks -try creating your own smoothies and feel the super green food difference!

  
  Smoothie recipes without using a blender

  
  Creamy orange
  
  1 cup orange juice (to taste)
  
  1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
  
  1 tb super green energy powder
  
  1 tb coconut milk powder
  
  2-3 cubes of ice (helps mix ingredients and keeps it cold)
  
  Put ingredients into jar with tight lid and shake vigorously or whisk together

  
  Grape dream
  
  2 cups grape juice (to taste)
  
  1 cup vanilla protein powder
  
  1 tsp super green energy powder
  
  1 tsp coconut milk powder
  
  2-3 cubes of ice (helps mix ingredients and keeps it cold)
  
  Put ingredients into jar with tight lid and shake vigorously or whisk together
  
  This one is sweet and creamy

  
  Cranberry Lemon zest
  
  1 cup cranberry juice (to taste)
  
  1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
  
  1 tsp super green energy powder
  
  1 tsp lemon juice
  
  2-3 cubes of ice (helps mix ingredients and keeps it cold)
  
  Put ingredients into jar with tight lid and shake vigorously or whisk together
  
  This one is a real zinger and great when it’s hot!

  
  Smoothie recipes using your blender

  
  These are easy to make before work and you can
  
  make plenty to share with your family too!

  
  Apple banana fun
  
  1 cup apple juice
  
  1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
  
  1 tsp super green energy powder
  
  1 tsp wheat germ
  
  1 large cored apple (with or without peel)
  
  1 ripe banana
  
  2-3 cubes of ice
  
  Put ingredients into blender and serve cold
  
  This one turns out very chunky and good! The wheat germ gives I a slight texture and wonderful nutty taste.

  
  Coconut banana cream
  
  1 half cup fresh filtered water
  
  half cup coconut milk powder
  
  1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
  
  1 tsp super green energy powder
  
  2 tsp flax seeds
  
  1 ripe banana
  
  half a cup of half and half (optional, but good)
  
  2-3 cubes of ice
  
  Put ingredients into blender and serve cold

  
  Ok, are you ready for a yummy, creamy, coconutty and that’s really good for you? Try this recipe!

  
  For this one I use fruit I keep the freezer, try it – its easy. Next time bananas, blueberries or strawberries (or any other fruit) starts to go bad, just peel chop and freeze it in a bag. I then use these chunks for smoothies all year long! It replaces the ice and gives your smoothies great flavor and texture.

  
  Frozen Slushie delight
  
  1 cup 2% milk
  
  1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
  
  1 tsp super green energy powder
  
  2 tsp flax seeds
  
  1 cup frozen fruits
  
  1 ripe banana
  
  2 tsp coconut milk powder
  
  1 tsp flax seed oil
  
  1 splash of vanilla extract
  
  Put ingredients into blender and serve cold

  
  Healthy bloody mary
  
  2 cups tomato/ vegetable juice
  
  1 tsp super green energy powder
  
  1 quarter cup celery leaves
  
  2 -3 fresh basil leaves
  
  2-3 cubes of ice
  
  Put ingredients into blender and serve cold, serve with fresh celery sticks

  
  Now that you have all these delicious options for adding a super green drink to your morning – what are you waiting for?

  Darren Craddock is an expert in Naturopathy, Diet, Nutrition, Herbology, Massage, and Yoga. Get your Free Report: Discover how to keep from getting sick and have more energy! The best value and the best tasting super green energy boost of Enerfood powder at www.Enerfood.com