New Year, New You!

Kale

As one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables out there, Kale contains Vitamin A, C, K, B6 and the minerals manganese, calcium, copper, potassium, magnesium. Not bad for the humble green leaf!

Kale is also loaded with powerful antioxidants like quercetin and kaempferol which help counteract oxidative damage by free radicals in the body – one of the leading drivers of ageing and many other diseases. These antioxidants have powerful heart-protective, blood pressure-lowering, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-depressant and anti-cancer effects – wow.

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Find it in: 29537 Kale Kick (also part of 54813 Mixed Box Smoothies)

Turmeric

Turmeric is one of the most popular health trends out there at the moment and it’s in everything from lattes to capsules – it’s even in face creams! We’ve all heard it’s good for us – but what does it actually DO?

Turmeric is an Indian spice and a member of the ginger family. Its active ingredient is curcumin and this magic compound gives turmeric its superpowers. Curcumin is an anti-oxidant hence its main claim to fame – as an anti-inflammatory. Curcumin can help reduce inflammation so it can ease arthritis, skin flare-ups such as eczema and inflammatory bowel disease. Studies on people with Rheumatoid Arthritis showed that curcumin helped reduce joint tenderness and swelling better than a prescription anti-inflammatory.

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Find it in: 54813 Mixed Box Vegetable Smoothies - 24 Carrot Gold

Passion Fruit

As they are so popular right now we thought we’d tell you more about passion fruit and why it is so superbly nutritious! For a start passion fruit contains high levels of vitamin A, which is important for skin, vision and the immune system.

It is also packed with vitamin C. Vitamin C boosts the immune system by helping the body absorb more iron from plant-based foods and may improve the body’s ability to fight off infections.

Passion fruit is also rich in antioxidants, those helpful compounds that mop up harmful free radicals in the body. Scientists know that antioxidants improve blood flow, specifically to the brain and nervous system. They also reduce inflammation in the body.

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Find it in: 10431 Pash n Shoot (also part of 54813 Mixed Box Smoothies)

Flax Seeds

Flax seeds – also known as linseeds – are packed full of goodness including protein, fibre and omega-3 fatty acids. Here are some of their biggest health benefits of eating flax seeds:

• Omega-3 fats – flax seeds are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a mostly plant based fatty acid. ALA is a fatty acid our bodies don’t produce so you need to obtain it from the food you eat.
• High fibre – just one tablespoon of flax seeds contains three grams of fibre.
• Cholesterol – studies report that eating flax seeds can lower cholesterol.
• Plant-based protein – flax seeds are a great source of plant based protein – ideal for vegans!
• They can keep hunger at bay – due to their soluble fibre content flax seeds can help suppress hunger cravings and increase feelings of fullness.

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Find it in: 52984 Blueberry Thrill (also part of 54813 Mixed Box Smoothies)