Green superfoods have the highest concentrations of easily digestible nutrients, fat burning compounds, vitamins and minerals to protect and heal the body. They contain a wide array of beneficial substances including proteins, protective photo-chemicals and healthy bacteria to help you to build leaner muscles and stronger tissues, aid with digestive system function and more effectively protect you against disease and illness.
Barley grass - Barley grass has 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. It contains significant amounts of Vitamin B12 which is very important in a vegetarian diet. Barley grass juice has anti-viral activities and neutralizes heavy metals such as mercury in the blood.
Wild blue-green algae - Algae was the first form of life on Earth and its power is immense. This algae is a phyto-plankton and contains virtually every nutrient. With a 60% protein content, and a more complete amino acid profile than beef or soy beans, they are one of the best known food sources of beta carotene, B vitamins and chlorophyll. Wild blue-green algae has been shown to improve brain function and memory, strengthen the immune system and help with viruses, colds and flu.
Spirulina - Spirulina is a cultivated micro-algae which has been consumed for thousands of years by the indigenous peoples of both Africa and Mexico. It is one of the highest known protein sources on Earth and contains 70% complete protein, while steak only has 25% protein once it is cooked. Studies have shown that spirulina can help control blood sugar levels and cravings, making it a key food for diabetics, and can be used to assist in weight loss and as a general nutritional supplement.
Chlorella - Chlorella is a fresh water algae, and like its other algae cousins, contains a complete protein profile, all the B vitamins, vitamins C and E and many minerals. It boosts the immune system, reduces cholesterol, and prevents the hardening of the arteries, which lead to heart attacks and strokes.