superfoods

Hemp

Long recognized as an excellent source of nutrition and energy, hemp foods have been used by humans for over 12,000 years all around the world, and continue to be one of the top-rated superfoods. Navitas Naturals Hemp Protein is nothing more than the finely-milled natural hempseed “cake”, and is a mild-tasting protein powder that blends perfectly when added to a smoothie or milkshake. Or, make baked recipes more protein-packed by using hemp protein as a partial flour substitute, such as in breads, muffins, or cookies. This remarkable superfood is a dense plant-based protein source – with more than three and a half grams of protein per tablespoon – and contains all of the essential amino acids, making it a complete protein as well. Hemp also offers Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), meets over a quarter the RDA’s quota for daily fiber needs per spoonful, and is rich in minerals like iron and magnesium.

Source and Processing

The hemp seeds for eternal delights hemp protein are sourced from premium growers in Canterbury NZ. This protein powder is produced by cold-pressing raw hempseeds, which are then milled into a fine powder at low temperatures (to ensure freshness and quality). Our hemp protein is made out of 100% pure hemp seed with no fillers or additives, and is raw, kosher, gluten-free, vegan, and 100% organic.

Maca

Maca is considered to be one of the most potent "superfoods" on the planet. Many users believe these incredible little roots possess magical powers, but a scientific analysis reveals that the benefits of maca come from the many nutrients in it that fuel your brain, ease hormone irregularities, and enhance your libido. Maca root is a highly nutrient-dense whole food; it's packed with vitamins, plant sterols, many essential minerals, amino acids and healthy fats. This is a particularly powerful and balanced food for athletes and those who are looking to combat stress or increase stamina. Maca root's use by indigenous Peruvians was first recorded in the 1500s, yet it has only recently become popularized as a "superfood." The nutritional benefits are seemingly endless but are a direct result of maca's positive effects on the endocrine system, which secretes the hormones that regulate the body's systems. Maca is also an adaptogen. which means that it facilitates the body's ability to adapt to environmental stresses and encourages the development of natural defenses. Maca root contains 18 of the 20 essential amino acids which are crucial for synthesizing protein, but which are also important for fighting disease, moving oxygen through the body, growing healthy hair and nails and alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression.Everyone needs 100 mg or more of several minerals and maca root provides that amount or more in a single dose. The major minerals are calcium, phosphorous, magnesium and potassium, which are crucial to bone and skin health as well as for proper functioning of the heart and skeletal muscles. These minerals are also important for efficient cellular formation, communication and regeneration. You don't need as much of the minor minerals, but you do need some of each daily for the body to function properly. A single dose of maca root contains sufficient amounts of copper, zinc, selenium, manganese, iron and boron. These minerals are also known as trace minerals and are crucial for metabolism, organ function, healthy skin and enzyme productionThiamine, riboflavin and niacin are also known as vitamins B1, B2 and B3. These B vitamins primarily break down proteins, fats and carbohydrates into a form the body can use and they also encourage red blood cell production. Maca root also contains vitamins C, E and B6 though not in large quantities. Sterols are found in maca root and are crucial for controlling cholesterol levels as well as for balancing the immune system and reducing inflammation.

MSM Powder: Arthritis, PMS and other Benefits of MSM

MSM helps our bodies absorb more nutrients (vitamins and minerals).
Co-enzyme Q10 locks with MSM, which means that in order for the body to fully utilize this nutrient, it must have MSM(sulfur) with it. Pantothenic acid, Vitamins A, D, and E, inter-enzymes, amino acids, selenium, calcium, germanium, collagnol and dismuzyme are just some of the things we know the body does not utilize properly unless it has MSM to lock with. A lot of the vitamins we take go through the body without being fully used. With more MSM in the body, vitamins can be utilized more effectively and therefore become much more beneficial.
There is a joke that Americans have the most expensive urine in the world because of all the vitamins that go down the drain. Vitamin C does a lot of healing by itself, but without MSM to lock with, it doesn't toughen capillary walls. When MSM is added to the diet and taken with Vitamin C, chronic nosebleeds, easy bruising and varicose veins may be relieved. Vitamin C and MSM work synergistically together. Every body is different, so you would need to find what works for you, but it is important when taking Vitamin C to make certain it has the bioflavinoids with it because it is then a complete food. Nature's vitamins (from fresh food) are the best because they contain the whole complexes without which the body can't do its job, which is to maintain and repair the bodily systems. Without enough MSM, the body can't do its job properly.
MSM increases oxygen availability to the body.
There are people who have had emphysema, who used an atomizer for breathing and could hardly get out of the chair to walk across the room, who, after about a week of taking MSM, walked a half mile, rested and then walked another half mile. Now that is not because emphysema had been reversed, but because the MSM detoxifies and increases the blood's circulation of oxygen. MSM helps get oxygen into the blood a lot more efficiently with the same amount of work.
MSM helps increase energy.
Energy levels increase with MSM because it helps make the cell walls more permeable. Our cell walls get thicker and more rigid with age; this tends to create a lessening of the amount of nutrients and oxygen that can enter the cell through the cell wall. Also, toxins which get stored in the cell get trapped within the cells because of the lower permeability of the cell wall. When MSM goes into the body the permeability of the cell walls greatly increases, enhancing the absorbtion of nutrients and oxygen and helping release the toxins which were stuck in cells. When these toxins leave the body, it helps to increase our energy.
A good example of this at work shows up in diabetics. When their blood carries sugar to their cells, the sugar cannot be absorbed due to the impermeability of the cell wall. Studies show that when MSM goes into the body it causes the cell wall to be more permeable again. The pancreas (which requires sulfur to make insulin) normalizes because it doesn't work so hard--blood sugar can now be absorbed through the cell walls, helping to balance the blood sugar level. Because sulfur is a component of insulin (the protein hormone secreted by the pancreas that is essential to carbohydrate metabolism), a lack of nutritional sulfur in the diet can result in low insulin production by the pancreas. Thus, for the diabetic individual, MSM is extremely helpful in improving their overall energy levels.
There have been reports of long term diabetics injecting insulin daily for years, who have in five weeks to two months become self-regulating and stopped having mood swings. The blood sugar had stabilized. Studies suggest, in those with diabetes, that the cell wall may be more leathery and thus the absorption of sugar by the cells is greatly reduced.
MSM helps the body eliminate toxins including lactic acid build-up from strenuous exercise.
Drinking plenty of water is very important for anyone wishing to have good health. The fact that MSM detoxifies means that you need to keep water moving into the body so that the toxins can be eliminated without stressing other organs of the body, such as the kidneys.
MSM helps to dramatically reduces recuperation time from strenuous exercise and long hours of work.
MSM helps relieve muscular aches and pains.
MSM helps reduce inflammation due to injury or inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.
When the water pressure inside a cell is greater than the water pressure on the outside of the cell, there is inflammation and swelling. (The outer and intercellular fluid pressures are not equal.) MSM enhances the permeability of the cell walls, therefore allowing the pressure on both sides of the wall to equalize, thus relieving the inflammation. MSM takes inflammation out of soft tissue and since pain comes from nerves in inflamed soft tissue, there is often relief from the pain of such inflammatory ailments as arthritis, bursitis, rheumatism and hip dysplasia. MSM can help get the flexibility back into the tissues very rapidly. Some people have experienced relief in only 20 minutes! For others, it takes longer.
MSM, together with Vitamin C (a free radical scavenger) helps the body build healthy new cells.
MSM, along with Vitamin C, helps reduce scar tissue and wrinkles, and helps keep the skin more elastic.
MSM, along with Vitamin C, helps the hair and nails grow stronger and faster.
MSM has been shown to improve mental alertness.
MSM has been proven to help in the reduction and even the total elimination of allergies.
When MSM is added to the diet, anti-allergy medication may be sharply reduced or eliminated.
MSM reduces headaches, cramps and muscle pain caused by hormonal imbalances, for example, PMS.
Women who have had monthly menstruation problems often no longer experience the headaches, cramps or muscle plain associated with their periods. Many women have these problems because their hormones are out of balance. The monthly cycle can be a shock to the system. When the hormones are brought into balance, the body functions normally and these painful problems can be vastly reduced or eliminated.
MSM helps relieve constipation.
MSM can help control chronic constipation. Many older people seem to have this problem and it can be a real medical concern. Reportedly many people suffering from constipation have had prompt and continuing relief by supplementing their diet with MSM. A good amount of Vitamin C along with the MSM has proven to be helpful for this condition.15. MSM has been shown to help reduce and even eliminate snoring.
MSM helps reduces eye membrane irritation (when MSM in a water solution is applied).
MSM is the 4th most plentiful mineral in the body, and so essential to life that it is found in every cell of virtually every animal and plant.

What is chai spice?
Chai (pronounced as a single syllable and rhymes with 'pie') is the word for tea
in many parts of the world. It is a centuries-old beverage which has played
an important role in many cultures.
The spices used vary from region to region and among households in India.
The most common are cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and pepper.
Indian chai produces a warming, soothing effect, acts as a natural digestive aid
and gives one a wonderful sense of well being. It's difficult to resist a second cup.
In the past two years we've seen a phenomenal growth in the popularity and interest
in chai. Chai has become very common at over-the-counter specialty beverage shops
and there is a growing line of prepackaged consumer products. Many industry analysts are predicting that chai will eventually become as popular and common as coffee lattes and cappuccinos.
Great chai can often be found in Indian restaurants along with great food, but making
your own chai provides immense satisfaction (and makes the house smell yummy!).
Recipes and tastes for chai vary widely and a multitude of chai recipes are used
around the world.
Eternal Delight has created its own very special mix of chai spice. We have been sharing the mix for over a year now - we had to since we got told numerous times that our chai beverages
are the best in town!

Benefits of our chai

Our mix is caffeine free, contains no teine from black or green tea since we only use the herbs and spices. You can enjoy plenty of cups and have an easy and enjoyable way to get off the stimulant/fatigue treadmill and enjoy something that is actually good for us!

Unlike coffee, chai has many inherently beneficial properties. The spices in our chai have been used for thousands of years to promote general health and well-being, as well as to treat various ailments.

According to Ayurvedic (Ancient Indian) philosophy and medicine, these spices are considered to be "sattvic," or calming, vitalizing and mentally clarifying - The perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life! Consider these traditional uses:

Cinnamon
Cinnamon is thought to increase circulation and open breathing, increase awareness and vitality, and reduce fatigue. It is also reputed to be an aphrodisiac!

Cardamom
A popular spice in both the Indian and Chinese preparations, cardamom is said to benefit the lungs, kidneys, and heart. It is also a mood elevator.

Clove
Native to the spice islands of Indonesia, cloves have been used by the Chinese since 300 BC, and came to Europe in the 4th and 5th Centuries AD. Cloves have pain-relieving and antiseptic attributes. Like pepper and ginger, clove is also used to synergistically increase the potency of other herbal blends.

Black Pepper
Widely used to support circulation and metabolism, black pepper can help to alleviate chronic coldness. (We can use more of that here, in the winter!) Attila the Hun demanded this spice as a ransom during the siege of Rome in 408 AD.

Nutmeg
Nutmeg has been used for centuries to ease sciatica and promote the digestion of heavy foods. It was also used by ancient Arab physicians to treat kidney and lymph problems.

Chinese Star Anise
Traditional Asian herbalists credit star anise with a variety of properties. It's used frequently as a cough remedy and to freshen the breath.

Ginger
Long valued as a stimulant for the circulatory and the immune systems, ginger has been used to treat such disparate conditions as impotence and motion sickness.

Fennel
An important medicinal plant in the royal herb gardens of medieval France and Germany, fennel is still widely used to treat both kidney and ocular problems, as well as laryngitis.

Recipe: chai hemp milk

This is a great holiday recipe. Perfect for those times when you want something
creamy, sweet, and a little spicy too. It is delicious when served gently warmed
and a wonderful way to enjoy chai without turning to soy-based pre-made chai mixes!

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Recipe: chai shortbread cookies

These cookies taste surprisingly like some popular grocery store cookies but have absolutely
no white sugar, preservatives, additives, fillers, or artificial flavors.
You can feel amazing about giving these to kids, family and friends.

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Barley grass, (Hordeum vulgare) is one of the well-known green grasses that are considered to be the most nutritious. The true nutritional benefits are found in the young grass leaves. These leaves are harvested and processed into the final product. The leaves contain many of the vitamins, minerals, and proteins necessary for the human diet. Barley grass is considered a whole food concentrate that is close to its natural state supplying the nutrients we require in a natural proportion. The colour reflects the abundance of chlorophyll and the similarity to other dark leafy vegetables.

Made from young barley shoots organically grown in the fertile land of New Zealand. No pesticides or herbicides used.

NUTRIENT COMPOSITION	OF BARLEY GRASS POWDER
Protein °%m/m	19.9
Fat %m/m -	5.2
Chlorophyll mg/100mg	507
Beta Carotene mg/100g	23.2
Total Tocopherals IU/100g	15.3
Vitamin C mg/100g	454
Carbohydrate (By Difference) %m/m	64.0
Folic acid mcg/100g	1400
Fibre (dietary) %mim	35.2
Calcium mg/100g	420
Magnesium mg/100g	110
Potassium mg/100g	3700
Sodium mg/100g	50
Iron mg/ 100g	25
Manganese mg/ 100g	5
Phosphorus mg/100g	360
Sulphur mg/100g	310
Zinc mg/100g	1.8
Selenium ug/100g	less than 50

*There may be a slight variance in nutrient composition between batches.