We would like to introduce you to all our organic powders! In this blog we will show you what powders we have, what the health benefits are and how you can use these powders in your kitchen. Our powders are not a substitute for a varied diet, so use our products in combination with your daily portion of vegetables, fruit or nuts!
Our powders are made of organic seeds, where the oil has been extracted from the seeds and then grounded into powder. The powders are produced at a low temperature (<46 ˚C), so that nutrients are better preserved. Moreover, the powders are rich in proteins and fibres. Pumpkin seed powder consists of 65% protein and 11% fibre. Our sunflower seed powder consists of 46% protein and 24% fibre. These powders are ideal to use in (protein) shakes, smoothie bowls or bliss balls.
Acai powder is made from dried and grounded acai berries. These berries grow in South America and are antioxidant-rich. The taste of the berry is a combination of blueberry, chocolate and nuts. This makes it a special addition to your daily smoothie (-bowl), raw coconut yoghurt or can serve as a perfect base for your acai bowl. Hint: Try our acai powder once in combination with raw cocoa powder!
Also called Peruvian ginseng. Maca is a herbaceous biennial plant which grows on the Andes mountains in Peru. This powder has a soft and sweet taste. The maca root is a popular export product from Peru because of the supposed medicinal effects, such as an positive impact on your energy levels and libido. Maca powder can be added to desserts, oatmeal bars and smoothies.
Hemp seed contains many essential fatty acids, vitamin E and the minerals phosphorus, sodium, magnesium, sulphur, calcium, iron and zinc. As far as fatty acids are concerned, researchers see that hemp seed contains the correct ratio of fatty acids omega 3 and omega 6. Hemp seed can contribute to a positive effect on high blood pressure, fatigue, arteriosclerosis and the immune system in general. You can use hemp powder in smoothies, protein bars or nut balls. The possibilities are endless!
Wheatgrass contains, among other things, vitamin A, B, B12, C, K, E, iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and sodium. Wheatgrass also contains leaf green and zinc (which is necessary for building and maintaining protein). The human body needs all of the above vitamins and minerals, but it is quite challenging to reach your daily amount. Fortunately, our wheatgrass powder can nudge you in the right direction. Try this powder in combination with fresh lemon water or as an addition in a salad dressing or banana ice cream!
Wheatgrass is packed with vitamins A, B, B12, C, K, E and the minerals iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and sodium. Wheatgrass also contains leaf green (chlorophyll) and zinc. The human body needs all these vitamins and minerals, but it is quite difficult to reach your daily amount. Luckily our wheatgrass powder can help you with that. Try this powder in combination with fresh lemon water or as an addition in a salad dressing or banana ice cream!
Chlorella is a green single-celled freshwater algae that belongs to the green algae. This freshwater algae bursts with healthy nutrients; it is rich in vitamins, minerals, fibres, nucleic acids, essential amino acids, enzymes and proteins. In addition, Chlorella can help against fatigue and supports a healthy digestive system. This powder is very suitable to use in shakes and smoothies.
Baobab is made of the fruits of the baobab tree (Latin: Adansonia), which is often also called monkey bread tree, because wild monkeys love these fruits! Whether you suffer from imbalances in your stomach, have little energy or irregular skin, many Africans always have one remedy for this: the baobab fruit. This fruit is very rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Use this powder in water, in your smoothie or juice. With this natural sugar substitute you can take your desserts, fruit salads and smoothies to the next level!
Spirulina is based on blue-green algae from China and is perfect to enrich your healthy snacks and meals. This powder contains proteins, various vitamins, minerals, fibres and other nutrients. Spirulina contains numerous minerals such as pantothenic acid, magnesium, potassium, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, iron, copper and manganese. Because spirulina dissolves well, it is easy to mix in your drinks, liquid dishes and raw snacks.
Kelp, also known as bladder wrack, grows on the northern coasts of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, but also in the North and the Baltic Sea. This brown algae can only grow in mineral-rich water and absorbs nutrients from this water. On the Japanese island of Onikawa people are more likely to reach the age of 100. This culture lives very healthy, with seaweed playing a major role in their daily diet. The iodine that occurs naturally in our kelp powder contributes to a properly functioning thyroid gland. Kelp powder is very suitable as a salt substitute in hot meals such as soups and also tastes great in a vegetable spread or as a litter over a salad.
Cocoa naturally contains many nutrients and phytonutrients, also called phytochemicals or plant ingredients. They are bioactive substances that occur in plant-based ingredient to defend themselves against infections and insects. These plant ingredients work as an antioxidant; they can contribute to the protection of tissues and cells against free radicals. Cocoa is also rich in fibre and the minerals potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, zinc and copper. Our versatile cocoa powder can be used in many dishes. How about smoothie (-bowl)s, blissballs and protein bars?
A lot of information, right? To make it easy for you, we have listed the advantages of our powders:
– Spirulina
– Chlorella
– Pumpkin & sunflower seeds
– Pumpkin & sunflower seeds
– Baobab
– Cocoa
– Wheat grass
– Spirulina
– Chlorella
– Maca
– Hemp seed
– Acai
– Acai
– Baobab
– Spirulina
More information? Please contact Anna: anna@desmaakspecialist.nl
