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Boost Your Energy Levels with Superfood Cacao
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Chocolate is delicious. But if you’re used to consuming it in super-processed bars, then you’re missing out on some pretty special health benefits that you can only find in raw chocolate – otherwise known as Cacao. Centuries ago, the Incas grasped the importance of Cacao – going so far as to call it the 'drink of the gods'. This wasn’t just because it was delicious - but because consuming it regularly supercharged their stamina, concentration and overall energy levels. Even today, Cacao is enjoyed around the world as a natural stimulant. Here, we explore how this delicious superfood can boost...
The Best Energy Boosting Superfoods
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Do you wake up in the morning feeling tired? Perhaps you suffer from those all-too common energy slumps in the middle of the afternoon? Being unable to maintain a consistent level of energy during the day has a tangible effect on both your wellbeing and your productivity. Luckily, there are plenty of superfoods out there waiting to save you from fatigue, boost your energy levels and help supercharge your day. Maca Maca might be a little bit magic. Ok - perhaps not magic, but it is an adaptogen (which is almost as good). Adaptogens help your body cope with...
Ceylon vs. Cassia: May the Best Superfood Cinnamon Win
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Not all cinnamon is created equal. While the kind you find in the supermarket is big on flavour, it may not be of the same quality as Ceylon cinnamon – otherwise known as ‘‘true cinnamon”. So when it comes to cinnamon, how do you sort the wheat from the chaff? And how can you decide which type of superfood cinnamon is best for you? What is Cassia cinnamon? The chances are, the jar of ground cinnamon in your cupboard is Cassia. Grown in Eastern and Southern Asia, Cassia cinnamon tends to be cheaper than Ceylon, and is thus far more...
The Remarkable Anti-Diabetic Effect of Ceylon Cinnamon
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Cinnamon is the perfect spice to enjoy in the winter months. Warming and sweet, it’s just the thing to add to a spiced tea or fiery curry. But cinnamon doesn’t just taste good – it’s jam-packed with medicinal properties too. From easing inflammation to cutting the risk of heart disease, cinnamon is an incredible everyday superfood. But perhaps most impressive of all are Ceylon Cinnamon’s incredible anti-diabetic effects. Ceylon Cinnamon: The Lowdown Cinnamon might be one of the world’s favourite spices, but few people know where it comes from, or the different varieties available. To clear things up, here are...
Where to Find Flavonoids & Their Amazing Health Benefits
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From cacao to quinoa, flavonoids can be found in a number of superfoods. But what exactly are they? And why should we be adding more of these antioxidants to our diet? In this blog post, we give you the lowdown on flavonoids and their amazing health benefits. What are flavonoids? Flavonoids are one of the largest nutrient families known to scientists, offering a huge range of health benefits. Some of the best-known flavonoids include kaempferol, quercetin, catechins, and anthocyanidins, each of which can be found in some of our favourite superfood fruits and vegetables. Flavonoids might be microscopic phytonutrients, but...