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Maqui Banana Smoothie

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BananasThis nutritious Maqui Banana smoothie recipe from Superfood Smoothies by Julie Morris is indexed under Beauty Foods, due to Maqui’s high level of skin-healthy anthocyanins – the antioxidants that give it that deep purple color.

Maqui Banana Smoothie

Ingredients

3 frozen bananas

2¼ cups coconut milk (boxed variety)

1 tablespoon Navitas Naturals Maqui Berry Powder

1 tablespoon of Navitas Naturals chia seeds

Sweetener, to taste (optional)

Preparation

Blend together all the ingredients until smooth. Taste, and sweeten if desired. Makes two 14-ounce servings.

*Recipe courtesy of Navitas Naturals – The Superfood Company.*

The mission of Navitas Naturals is to provide the finest organic superfoods that increase energy and enhance health. Since 2003, health-conscious people have been choosing their organic superfoods because they’re a diverse whole-food source of antioxidants, protein, essential fats, minerals, vitamins and other key nutrients. All of their products are certified organic and Non-GMO Project Verified, and use methods such as freeze-drying and low temperature processing to ensure maximum nutrition and flavor.

Julie Morris is a Los Angeles-based natural food chef and author. She has worked in the natural food industry for close to a decade as a recipe developer, culinary writer, and cooking show host, and is a spokesperson and executive chef for Navitas Naturals, a fair trade company that specializes in 100% organic superfoods. Morris is an active advocate for whole, plant-based foods and superfoods for optimal health. Her mission is simple: to share recipes and nutrition tips that make a vibrantly healthy lifestyle both easy to achieve and simply delicious to follow. To learn more about Julie and superfoods visit juliemorris.net.

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Cherry-Berry Vitality Smoothie

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This free radical fighting smoothie is deliciously nutritious, and makes for an awesome power breakfast in a flash!

Cherry-Berry Vitality Smoothie

Ingredients

2 cups ice

1 cup frozen cherries

1 banana

1/3 cup Navitas Naturals Cashews

1 TBSP Navitas Naturals Goji Berries

3 TBSP Navitas Naturals Antioxidant Powder

2 cups fresh spinach (rinsed)

1 TBSP vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups water

Navitas Naturals Coconut Palm Sugar (optional, to taste)

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.

*Recipe and image courtesy of Navitas Naturals.*

 

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In Mom’s Kitchen: Blueberry Hemp Navitas Power Snacks

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Navitas Naturals has debuted yet another organic power snack to their award-winning line of organic Navitas Power Snacks! You will love the new Blueberry Hemp Navitas Power Snacks, which are filled with a variety of the most nutrient-dense organic superfoods and organic seeds, fruits and nuts. These perfectly-sized bite-sized cubes have a healthy whole food appearance, delicious flavor and rich chewy texture. Certified organic and gluten-free, Navitas Power Snacks do not contain refined sugar, dairy, preservatives, GMO’s or artificial colors and flavors.

Showcasing organic hemp powder and dried blueberries, Blueberry Hemp Power Snacks are made with chia, maca, lucuma, camu camu and maqui, as well as other wholesome raw foods such as date paste, sesame seeds, cashews and sunflower seeds. These delightful snacks are perfect for packing on long hikes or camping trips this summer, or tuck neatly into your desk drawer at work for an energizing and nutritious treat! Each 1-ounce serving is approximately 3 or 4 Navitas Power Snack nuggets.

Offered in an 8-ounce re-sealable and recyclable pouch for $8.99, Navitas Power Snacks and other Navitas products are available at thousands of stores throughout North America including Whole Foods Markets, Wegmans and HEB, and at many online stores such as NavitasNaturals.com and Amazon.com.

*Company generously provided samples and images for this piece.*

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In Mom’s Kitchen: Navitas Power Snacks

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Navitas Power Snacks

Now you can get your superfoods to-go! For the active health nut, this exciting & delicious option from Navitas Naturals calls for a celebration! With two yummy flavors to choose from, Cacao-Goji and Citrus-Chia Power, healthy snacking is easy and convenient wherever you may roam! Each flavor is made from the most nutrient-dense organic seeds, fruits and nuts. “Mom’s” favorite? The Cacao-Goji! Like a burst of chocolate, but even more powerful than a square of dark chocolate!

Each power snack comes in an 8-ounce resealable and recyclable pouch for enjoying anytime, anywhere! The gluten-free, dairy-free snacks contain no refined sugar, which “Mom” loves!

The 6 Superfoods in Navitas Power Snacks include:

1. Chia is a high-energy superseed that offers a unique blend of protein, fiber, essential fats, antioxidants, complex carbohydrates, and vitamins and minerals. Perhaps most notable, chia is a rich source of essential fatty acids – more than 3 times the concentration of most grains. Chia is also a robust source of protein (more than 20%) with all of the essential amino acids.

2. Cacao is a raw form of chocolate that is one of the world’s best sources of powerful antioxidants, and is the richest food source of magnesium. Cacao also provides a vast array of essential minerals and nutrients including: Iron; Potassium; proteins;beta-carotene; and alkaloids.

3. The Goji Berry is one of the highest known sources of antioxidants and it contains 18 amino acids and all essential amino acids. Rich in beta-carotene, polysaccharides, riboflavinand carotenoids, the goji berry is known to help foster a long life and strengthen the immune system.

4. Camu-Camu is most famous for its abundant concentration of vitamin C – containing up to 60 times more than an orange. This antioxidant-rich berry is also a great source of potassium, calcium, protein, beta-carotene and other powerful phytochemicals and amino acids that are known to have a wide range of therapeutic effects.

5. Maca is rich in amino acids, vitamins B1, B2, C and E,calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, sulfur and iron, and is a good source of sterols and fatty acids. It has long been used in traditional medicine to increase stamina, boost libido and combat fatigue. Alkaloids in maca are known to nourish the endocrine system – responsible for production and maintenance of hormones.

6. Lucuma is naturally sweet, but low on the glycemic index. This alternative sweetener is also a good source of iron, zinc, potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B3, beta carotene, fiber and bio-available protein.

To learn more about Navitas Power Snacks, or to locate a store near you, visit NavitasNaturals.com.

*Company generously provided samples and images for this review.*

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Navitas Naturals Maqui Berry Powder

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Navitas Naturals offers antioxidants at their best, in nutrient-rich organic superfoods in powder form, seeds, or berries. For an easy addition to foods that provides you with optimal health benefits, Navitas Naturals is an excellent choice. The newest addition to their line? Navitas Naturals Organic Freeze-Dried Maqui Berry Powder!

Why Maqui Berry Powder? The latest powerhouse to emerge from the rainforests of South America, maqui leaves and fruits have been used in traditional native herbal medicine to treat a wide variety of ailments. ORAC assessments of the maqui berry by the most reputable ORAC labs have indicated that it contains more antioxidants than any other berry! In addition, Maqui also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can benefit people affected by arthritis and other inflammation ailments.

Navitas Naturals Maqui Berry Powder is freeze-dried, raw, kosher, gluten-free, vegan, and 100% organic. This Patagonian Superfruit also boasts Vitamin C and dietary fiber, as well! To learn more about its’ benefits, visit NavitasNaturals.com.

“Mom” made a quick salad using one of Navitas Naturals’ recipes sent along with the Goji Berries and Maqui Powder. Simple and easy to whip up, this unique salad is brimming with antioxidant power!

Goji Greens

Ingredients

1 pound mixed greens and/or spinach

½ cup Navitas Naturals Goji Berries

1 apple

1 cup walnuts

½ cup goat or bleu cheese

Preparation

Thinly slice the apple and add all ingredients together. Works well with an oil and balsamic vinegar or creamy dressing. You can use Navitas Naturals cashews in place of the walnuts.

Additional recipes can be found here: www.navitasnaturals.com/recipes.

About Navitas Naturals

Nutrient-rich whole foods are at their best when they are produced via organic agriculture and minimal processing methods. That is why all Navitas Naturals products are certified organic, and use methods such as freeze-drying to ensure maximum nutrition. Food safety is very important to Navitas Naturals, which is demonstrated by the rigorous third-party testing of their superfoods. Since 2003, Navitas Naturals has been committed to socially responsible business. Their direct purchasing partnerships create and expand fair trade opportunities for farming communities in developing regions around the world. In addition to maqui, Navitas Naturals offers a vast selection of organic superfoods such as raw cacao, hemp seeds, acai, maca, camu, pomegranate, chia seeds, and goji berries.

*Company generously provided samples and images for this review.*

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