Health Benefits

Health Benefits

Aloha and welcome to the Health Benefits page.

This page goes into detail on every ingredient we currently use in our recipes.

You will see a couple references next to each ingredient, one being (Elemental Taste), & the other being (Energy).

(Elemental Taste) refers to the (Elemental Taste) of each ingredient, as (Energy) relates to the the (Energy) each ingredient has on the body. For example, Cacao is Bitter in Taste and Heating in Energy.

When we create our recipes we combine & balance all of the (Elemental Tastes) together which offers the customer a balanced food following ancient food combining techniques used for thousands of years.

We hope this page gives you a deeper understanding of how we combine all the superfoods and specialty ingredients in our recipes, and why.

Thank You & Aloha.

	GOJI BERRIES Elemental Taste-(Sour, Sweet) Goji berries are a staple in Chinese tradition. Goji Berries are a source of protein with naturally occurring polysaccharides and antioxidant properties. Goji Berries are also a source of naturally occurring iron.*
	CACAO (Raw Chocolate) Elemental Taste-(Bitter, Astringent) Raw Cacao is the ancient superfood that all raw chocolate is made from. It has a high ORAC antioxidant rating and is a source of naturally occurring iron. Raw cacao also contains naturally occurring chemicals related to Love & Bliss.*
	CHIA SEED Chia Seeds are the prized superfood used by the Aztecs. Known as “the running food”, Chia Seeds are a source of naturally occurring antioxidant properties, protein, fiber, and minerals including calcium and iron.*
	CHLORELLA Chlorella is an algae plant used in Asian cultures for many generations. Chlorella is a source of protein and has naturally occurring iron, calcium, and antioxidant properties.*
	GOLDEN HUNZA RAISINS Elemental Taste-(Sour, Sweet), (Cooling Energy) Hunza Raisins are cultivated from ancient fertile soils irrigated with Himalayan glacier water, they’re packed with nutrients. Research shows that most Hunza people enjoy healthy, long lives.*
	MACA ROOT Elemental Taste-(Sweet, Astringent) Maca Root is an ancient balancing superfood of the Incas, cultivated high in the mountains of Peru. It is a source of protein, and it’s properties help activate energy. *
	SUNFLOWER SEEDS Elemental Taste-(Sweet, Astringent), (Cooling Energy). Sunflower Seeds are a source of healthy unsaturated fats, protein, vitamin E, selenium, copper, vitamin B6, folate, zinc, iron, fiber, and phytochemicals.*
	COCONUT Elemental Taste-(Sweet), (Cooling Energy) This special food is a prehistoric superfood of many cultures and nations, and is believed to be one of the greatest gifts of the planet.*
	MESQUITE POWDER Elemental Taste-(Bitter, Sweet) Mesquite pod meal pod meal is a staple food used traditionally by Native Americans for many years. It is a source of protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, and lysine.*
	CAYENNE Elemental Taste-(Spicy), (Heating Energy) Cayenne was used traditionally by the ancient Mayans in there special chocolate alchemy blends.*
	CINNAMON Elemental Taste-(Sweet, Spicy), (Heating Energy) Cinnamon is one of the oldest spices known. Cinnamon helps your body metabolize glucose, which good for people watching their blood sugar levels.*
	WALNUTS Elemental Taste-(Sweet), (Heating Energy) Walnuts are a source of Alpha linolenic acid and omega-3- fatty acids. Walnuts specifically have higher amounts of omega 3 fatty acids as compared to other nuts.*
	DATES Elemental Taste-(Sweet), (Cooling Energy) Dates are fat and cholesterol free, and are a source of vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, amino acids, iron, potassium, fiber, and calcium.*
	SESAME SEEDS Elemental Taste-(Sweet, Bitter, Astringent), (Heating Energy) Sesame seeds may be the oldest condiment known to man dating back to as early as 1600 BC. Sesame Seeds are a source of manganese, copper, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, and calcium.*
	BLACK SESAME SEEDS Elemental Taste-(Sweet), (Neutral Energy) Black Sesame Seeds are believed to be one of the worlds' first spices. Black sesame seeds are a source of calcium, also are a source of protein, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus.*
	HEMP SEED Elemental Taste-(Bitter) Shelled hemp seeds are a souce of about 33% digestible protein, which is an Essential Fatty Acid. Hemp seeds are also a source of omega's-3 & 6, iron, minerals, antioxidants, and chlorophyll.*
	PINK HIMALAYAN CRYSTAL SALT Elemental Taste-(Salty), (Heating Energy) Himalayan Salt comes from 250 million year old salt crystals that are hand selected, hand washed, then sun dried. Himalayan Crystal Salt is a source of naturally occurring minerals.*
	SUN-DRIED VANILLA BEAN Elemental Taste-(Mildly Sweet, Bitter, Astringent), (Cooling Energy) Vanilla is the only orchid flower that produces an edible fruit Vanilla is an orchid and belongs to the orchidaceous family.*
	SCHISANDRA BERRIES Contain all 5 Elemental Tastes. The Chinese name for schisandra, "Wu Wei Zi" (five-flavored herb). Other names for schisandra are schizandra, five-taste fruit, and herb of five tastes.*
	CLEAR AGAVE NECTAR Superfood Snacks uses an Agave Nectar that is clear, 100% organic, and naturally produced. The average serving of table sugar is made up of 50% fructose and 50% glucose. The average serving of high fructose corn syrup is made up of 55% fructose and 45% glucose. The clear agave nectar we use is made up of 48-49% fructose and between 4.9%-8.4% glucose. The remainder is composed of inulin, Honey is about 50% fructose. Other agaves range about 55% to 90% fructose.
	CORDYCEPS MUSHROOMS Elemental Taste-(Sweet), (Heating Energy). Cordyceps is known as the Chinese Longevity Mushroom. It was discovered by the ancient Chinese about 1,500 years ago. Cordyceps helps boost stamina, energy levels, and endurance.
	REISHI MUSHROOMS Elemental Taste-(Bitter), (Heating Energy). Reishi mushroom is one of the most revered herbs in the Ancient Chinese Tradition. It is referred to as the "Herb of Spiritual Potency" and the "Ten-thousand Year Mushroom". Reishi is most often used as a general health tonic.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.