“Superfood in a Nutshell”

Characteristically, superfoods have a high content of nutrients our body needs and are capable of providing us with additional nutrients which contribute to our health. A unique mixture of vitamins, minerals, proteins, amino acids, carbohydrates, fatty acids, nutritional fibers, etc. can be found in superfoods. They are particularly rich in antioxidants, which are important to all people from numerous health aspects.

The Algae Group
Sweet water lake algae are a complete, natural and pure source of nutrition. The algae is rich in numerous nutrients essential to good health, reinforcing the immune system, purifying the digestive system and improving mental functions.

Algae is an important link in the food chain in lakes around the world and has been used for thousands of years as a source of nutrition by human beings. The algae’s nutritional composition depends on its location and the conditions it grows in. The temperature and composition of the water it grows in, the degree of exposure to the sun and the depth it is found at, are responsible for the difference in the algae’s composition of the proteins, fats and pigments. Complete protein –spirulina and blue green algae are unique in the fact that they contain all twenty two essential and nonessential amino acids in the appropriate ratio for the human body, which save it from unnecessarily using nonessential acids. For this reason, even miniscule quantities of the algae are so effective in saving energy.

The algae’s nutritional components stimulate the immune system and help the body in fighting unwanted disease and especially in destroying undesirable cells such as cancerous cells and cells infected by various viruses. In addition, the algae serves as a rich source of nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and chlorophyll.

The wealth of nutrients in the algae contribute to raising the energy level, the prevention of chronic fatigue, exhaustion and weakness, reinforcing the immune system, and improving the digestive process. Thanks to its unique composition of fatty acids, algae also improves concentration and memory and therefore is recommended for both children and adults.

The algae’s biggest drawback is its taste. The most effective way to overcome it is by using algae capsules. It should be noted that since the only process the algae undergo during the production of the capsules is to be dried at low temperatures, all their nutritional advantages remain completely intact.

Spirulina
An algae composed of little coils of cells connected to each other in the form of a spiral, which is where it gets its name, Spirulina, from.

Spirulina has a high nutritional value, is rich in quality protein (contains 60% complete protein), vitamins, carotenoids, minerals, essential unsaturated fatty acids and long chain branched amino acids. Over the past few years, spirulina has been extensively studied and has been found to have powerful pharmacological therapeutic potential. Experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) recognize spirulina as a complete food and recommend consuming it for improved health.

Spirulina increases the production of anti-inflammatory proteins, improves the function of the NK cells, which protect us against cancerous tumors and viruses. In addition, the algae contains calcium spirulan, which prevents the invasion of various viruses into the body’s cells and prevents their proliferation. Regular consumption of spirulina reduces various allergy symptoms and improves the blood fat profile.

Chlorella – the perfect detox
 The green Chlorella algae, which comes from sweet water lakes, is among the richest sources of chlorophyll and provides a complete array of vitamins, minerals and amino acids. The active ingredients in chlorella assist in the rehabilitation of muscle tissue after strenuous exercise and in addition, contribute to increasing the level of energy, prevent fatigue and strengthen the immune system. Chlorella also increases the production of red blood cells and thus assists in the prevention of anemia and weakness. The substances on the chlorella cell walls improves intestinal function, support the population of good bacteria, absorb toxins from the digestive system and encourage regular bowel movements.

In addition, chlorella contains a high concentration of quality protein, vitamins (including available B12, which is particularly important for vegetarians and vegans), carotenoids, minerals, nutritional fibers, enzymes and Chlorella Growth Factor.

The Mushroom Group
This group consists of mushrooms such as Reishi, Maitake, Shiitake, Cordyceps and others. These mushrooms contain a fantastic concentration of amino acids, vitamins, minerals and more. They have a stimulating effect and are excellent in raising the level of energy, which is why they are also called energy mushrooms. These mushrooms have a powerful antioxidant effect making them very effective in safeguarding the health of the heart and blood vessels, reducing cholesterol and reinforcing the immune system. It is not for naught that mushroom products around the world are branded under the title Immune Assist.

The most significant and unique of them all is the cordyeceps considered one of the most unique and powerful mushrooms in nature due to its numerous therapeutic qualities. If was first discovered 1,500 years ago on the “top of the world” in the Tibetan mountains in far off China, and as a result of the conditions it grows in, it absorbs essential nutrients from medicinal herbs growing it its vicinity. The Chinese call it “a divine gift” for good reason, since no other plant can compare to its features and therapeutic qualities, and thanks to it being so rare and hard to come by.

The cordyeceps has a powerful antioxidant quality which is relevant to all stages of life and is suitable for anyone wanting to hit the “restart” button in their life, and come back with more energy, vitality and an improved mood.

Hopefully, the Chinese will forgive me…
As opposed to numerous other plants, medicinal mushrooms are very hard to grow and in some of the growing locations there is a lot of temptation to use toxic pesticides. It is very important to make sure to use completely organic medicinal mushrooms from the United States, since they are considered cleaner and of better quality.