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Buckwheat is a wheat substitute. It comes from a flowering plant that is distantly related to knotweed and rhubarb. Despite its name, Buckwheat is not related to wheat and is completely gluten-free. It does however taste and behave quite similarly to wheat.
Buckwheat is very beneficial to our health and is thought to help lower cholesterol, fight diabetes and aid digestion! All of these are great reasons to eat more Buckwheat, but just in case you needed more tempting have a look at our ten ways to use buckwheat…
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Flaxseeds are wonderful little things! They are packed with important dietary fibre and are a great source of Omega-3 essential oils. These vitamins and nutrients are essential for the maintenance of a healthy heart and body.
We stock them in lots of different forms: whole, sprouted, ground and in oil form! Most people associate flax with being sprinkled on top of bread, but there are so many ways to use it!
Here are some interesting facts about flaxseed!
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Here we share with you some of our favourite raw Christmas recipes. There are ideas for everything! From beautiful centrepieces to healthy takes on classic festive recipes!
Eat, drink and be merry!
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Amaranth is a plant that yields lots of little fruits. The seeds of the amaranth are known as amaranth grain. These tiny grains are an excellent source of protein, as well as dietary fibre and minerals like magnesium, iron, calcium and phosphorus!
It has a subtle flavour, and is neither sweet or savoury, making it perfect for all kinds of cooking & baking. It is naturally gluten free, making it a great ingredient for those with gluten-intolerances. We sell this power-grain in lots of different forms: flour, flakes, whole grain and puffs!
Here are some of our favourite ways to use amaranth!
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These raw puddings show that you don’t always need to cook things to make them delicious! The secret in many of these puddings is nuts!
Nuts are so amazing. When they are ground they can be used as a flour substitute. If you soak and blend some nuts you can achieve a creamy, dairy-free consistency which is perfect for making vegan cheesecakes!
Raw food is thought to be beneficial to you as the ingredients maintain much of their original nutritional properties!
Here are some of our top ten raw dessert recipes:
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Our Raw Cacao powder is a must-have ingredient for Chocolate lovers! Unlike cocoa, raw cacao contains natural antioxidants, nutrients and essential fatty acids. It has the same great taste as cocoa and is used in exactly the same way – it is just better for you!
Raw cacao is more natural than cocoa. Regular cocoa is roasted, then put through a process called “alkalisation” (or “Dutching”) which changes its colour, flavour and acidity. We feel that this is unnecessary, and that raw cacao is much more delicious, as well as nutritious!
Here are our favourite cacao powder recipes!
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Dates are one of nature’s super fruits. They are high in minerals, vitamins and dietary fibre. They are also very easily digested, allowing your body to make full use of their goodness!
Dates work in both savoury and sweet dishes. They make a great substitution to processed sugar. With their toffee sweetness – it is no wonder that they are often referred to as ‘nature’s candy’.
Here are some of our favourite recipes using dates…
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Going eco friendly has never been so easy. We have selected our top range of plastic-free, chemical-friendly products to show you how to swap in healthier, more environmentally friendly alternatives! We have found that not only are we helping save the environment, we are also saving the pennies! Check out our top recommendations.
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We love quinoa! This handy little grain can be used in so many ways. We stock it in several different forms: flour, whole grain, puffs, flakes – the list goes on!
These tiny grains are like tiny powerhouses of nutrition. They are high in protein and are a great source of fibre, iron, calcium and potassium. Compared to other carbohydrates they have a low glycemic index. This means that it doesn’t cause blood sugar level spikes!
We never run out of ways to use it, but if you need some dinner inspiration, check out our top ten quinoa dinner recipes!
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