Coconut Kefir. This is a non-dairy coconut kefir recipe that we enjoy as an alternative to dairy and milk products.
Although kefir is traditionally made from cow or goat's milk, in the early 2,000's people started making it from coconuts and it has become a worldwide vegan health drink ever since. Coconut kefir, when made from the water and meat of the young Thai coconut, is a soured, thick, pourable yogurt-like beverage packed with beneficial microflora provided by the kefir grains or culture starter. Most always these species include Lactobacillus bacteria as well as other highly complex strains excellent for improving intestinal strength, endocrine function and greater immunity against pathogens. What are Kefir Grains? Kefir grains are not actually grains but are made up of a polysaccharide called kefiran, which is the substance that provides thickness to your coconut kefir recipe.
They tend to grow best in dairy milk rather than coconut or nut milks. Coconut Milk Kefir Vs. Quinoa. Ascended Health. Why are there changes and variation of flavor, texture and taste of our products from time to time?
The answer is that we purposely create each batch different from the previous batch to keep the pathogenic microbes guessing. This is how nature works and we closely follow nature's law. In the wild, you do not see consistency, you see variation. Even though we use the same recipe each time no batch is ever exactly the same - similar to wine making. We believe that harmful microbes will have a harder time adapting to a given product (and becoming resistant to it down the road) if they are given a different concentration of oils an herbs from one batch to another. Don't be alarmed to have an inconsistent tasting product from Ascended Health from time to time. Variation is only possible because we HAND PRODUCE all our products. Also, the friendly microbes play a big role in our products. Our Earth is in continues change and we use only products from the earth - no synthetics. Product Search Results. 8 Foods That Fight Pain Pictures.
Millet. Although millet is most often associated as the main ingredient in bird seed, it is not just "for the birds.
" Creamy like mashed potatoes or fluffy like rice, millet is a delicious grain that can accompany many types of food. As with most grains, millet is available in markets throughout the year. Millet is tiny in size and round in shape and can be white, gray, yellow or red. The most widely available form of millet found in stores is the hulled variety, although traditional couscous made from cracked millet can also be found. The term millet refers to a variety of grains, some of which do not belong to the same genus. Millet, cooked1.00 cup(174.00 grams) NutrientDRI/DV phosphorus24.8% This chart graphically details the %DV that a serving of Millet provides for each of the nutrients of which it is a good, very good, or excellent source according to our Food Rating System.
Health Benefits Millet is more than just an interesting alternative to the more common grains. Helps Prevent Gallstones. Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper. By Glenn Reschke What are the health benefits of cayenne pepper (Capsicum)?
The purported therapeutic benefits are almost too unbelieveable, but its reputation keeps growing among medical researchers as well as alternative health afficionados and deservedly so. It can do everything from kill cancer cells in the prostate, lungs, and pancreas to immediately stop a heart attack within 30 seconds. Let's get into some of the specifics of Capsicum benefits. Food Advisor. Limitations of the Food Advisor Missing Nutrient Values All nutrient information provided in this analysis is based on scientific research.
The complete nutrient composition of some foods has yet to be scientifically determined. Given the absence of nutrient values for all foods, this analysis may underestimate your actual nutrient intake. Foods Not Subject to Analysis The 125 healthiest foods appearing on this website represent a specially selected core of nutrient dense foods. Non-Reported Nutrient Values The nutrient information provided n this website was derived from the December 2000 foods database developed by ESHA Research in Salem, Oregon, USA. Daily Values and Omega-3 Fatty Acids Daily Values (DVs) are nutritional standards used on food labels to show the amounts of nutrients in one serving of food.
One extremely important family of nutrients - the omega-3 fatty acids - have never been given an official Daily Value (DV) by government agencies. The 29 Healthiest Foods on the Planet. The following is a "healthy food hot list" consisting of the 29 food that will give you the biggest nutritional bang for you caloric buck, as well as decrease your risk for deadly illnesses like cancer, diabetes and heart disease.
Along with each description is a suggestion as to how to incorporate these power-foods into your diet. Fruits 01. Apricots.