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Spirulina
Spirulina is cultivated micro-algae and has been consumed for thousands of years
by the indigenous peoples in Mexico and Africa. It is one of the highest known protein sources on Earth and contains 70% complete protein, more than steak which is 25% protein once cooked.
Moringa
A green powder made from the leaves of a tree native to Africa and Asia, Moringa is reported to have twice the vitamin A of carrots, twice the iron of spinach, more potassium than bananas, more vitamin
C than oranges and more protein than yogurt. Guaranteed to boost your energy levels, mood and immune system.
Kale
Kale is something we should all eat more of. Those dark green leaves are loaded with vitamins, calcium and iron. Buy the whole plume like leaves so that it is easy to strip out the tough stems. Toss the leaves in olive oil and salt, spread on a baking tray and bake for 15 minutes or so 200C to make kale crisps.
Green leafy vegetables
Readily available and highly nutritious, however most people do not eat enough of them. Fresh raw green leafy vegetables contain high doses of chlorophyll, easily digestible proteins, enzymes and a wide range of vitamins and minerals. These vegetables act as mini-transfusions for the blood, a health tonic for the brain and a cleanser of the kidneys. Try rocket, spinach, dandelion greens, kale, watercress, parsley, lettuce, endive, chicory, broccoli sprouts and mustard sprouts.
Wild blue-green algae
Algae was the first form of life on Earth and wild blue-green algae is a phyto- plankton which has a 60% protein content and is a more complete amino acid than beef or soy beans. It contains one of the best known food sources of beta carotene, vitamin B and chlorophyll. It has also been shown to improve brain function and memory and help with viruses and flu.
Cauliflower
In 2015, expect to see cauliflower hailed as the new healthy white. Try it grated to make a flour substitute in pizza crust or chopped finally as a delicious cauliflower rice or couscous. A member of the cancer fighting cruciferous family of vegetables, cauliflower is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant rich. It provides your body with an impressive dose of vitamin C, vitamin K and beta- carotene while supporting healthy digestion and detoxification.
Barley grass
With 11 times more calcium than cows’ milk, 5 times more iron than spinach and 7 times more vitamin C and bio-flavonoids than orange juice. Barley grass juice has anti viral properties and neutralises heavy metals such as mercury in the blood.
Chlorella
Chlorella is a fresh water algae which has all the B group vitamins, vitamin C and E and many minerals. It’s fantastic for the immune system and for reducing cholesterol and preventing hardening of the arteries.
Cacao
If you have a sweet tooth, cacao is the purest form of chocolate you can consume. It is raw and much less processed than cocoa powder or chocolate and has a high source of antioxidants and magnesium.
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Sources: www.naturesown.com.au, www.choice.com.au, www.onegreenplanet.org *Consult your physician before taking any supplement. Use all supplements as directed.