High Vibe

Trick or ..who are we kidding TREAT it is!

It actually may be a trick and a treat tied into one! Give out a way better treat than any other kid on the block is gonna get!

The key to a raw dessert is Liquid chocolate! Once you get that you can go anywhere!

Here is the easy way, get coconut oil or cacao butter, cacao powder and any type of sweetner you like stevia, yacon, mesquite, agave or lucuma.

1 cup of liquid coconut oil or liquid cacao butter  (to liquify the butter shave off a little but in a bowl above hot water and let it melt)

1/2 cup cacao powder

1 tablespoon of sweetner of your choice (go more on this or less up to you). I do 1 tablespoon of mesquite and 1/2 tablespoon of stevia

Whisk it all together and decide what you are going to do with this magical goodness. You can place fresh fruit or dried fruit on parchment paper drizzle and let it set in the fridge. You could put in a mold and make a chocolate bar in shape of halloween fun. A trick I did last halloween, took some small cupcake foils poured in the chocolate, scooped a little almond butter and poured more chocolate on top but in fridge. Almond butter cup made simple!

Happy creating and most of all Happy Healthy Halloween!

Straight Squashin' it

I love Fall for the veggies alone! Not kidding. I don't like the idea of it getting cold but I do love Squash, pumpkins, apples and all the other glorious Fall Veggies.

My Fav is Butternut Squash, it is a great source of vitamin A and C, and also contains significant quantities of potassium, iron, magnesium and beta carotene!

Any of the squash family can be used for "Pasta" substitutes but the butternut flavor is just to killer to not use as a spaghetti. Use a sprializer and make lovely little strings of butternut pasta and now decide what you want for a sauce. A creamy yummy choice I go with this is raw tahini or pumpkin seed butter, olive oil, smoked Yakima sea salt and a little of our Anti Plague for spice. Add any extra veggies if you want to really make it a meal. Dehydrate the seeds for a crunchy topping!

 

Chip out some time for carrots.

Lydia's Organics has brought us the yummiest cracker full of yummy carroty goodness, Rawkin' Carrot Chips! Easy to mix with any dip not overly carrot but just enough to make it sweet. So kinda a mind blown situation in the chip department!

Lydia's Organics Rawkin' Carrot Chips
Carrots, sprouted sunflower seeds, green onion, red bell pepper, lemon juice, flax, Himalayan crystal salt and dill

TEE-ake a hike Coffee

We are now carrying TEECHINO Herbal coffees in Yum Flavors such as Hazelnut, Vanilla Nut and Mocha.

• Antioxidants from carob, dates, figs, cocoa, barley and almonds
• Naturally caffeine free – no processing or chemical residues
• Non-acidic – helps restore alkaline balance
• Natural energy boost – from nutrients, not stimulants
• Contains heart-healthy potassium
• 1g of soluble fiber per serving
• Prebiotic - inulin from chicory root supports beneficial microflora that improve digestion, regularity and intestinal health
• Brewed Teeccino is gluten free as verified by independent laboratory tested

Mocha

Ingredients: Roasted organic carob, organic barley, organic chicory, dates, almonds, natural mocha flavor, organic dates, cocoa powder, figs.

Vanilla Nut

Ingredients: Roasted organic carob, organic barley, organic chicory, dates, almonds, organic dates, natural vanilla extract, natural nut flavor, figs.

Hazelnut

Ingredients: Roasted organic carob, organic barley, organic chicory, dates, almonds, organic dates, natural hazelnut flavor, figs.

Holy Liquid Sam E !!!!!

CELLFOOD SAM-e (pronounced sammy) is a significant achievement in nutritional chemistry. NuScience Corporation is the first and only laboratory in America to liquefy and hold in a stable colloidal suspension the breakthrough wonder component S-adenosyl methionine and combine it with the unparalleled delivery system of Cellfood. The result is an extraordinary and unique nutritional supplement able to provide multiple benefits for multiple needs:

Mood enhancement – CELLFOOD SAM-e functions by donating its methyl group to CNS receptors which increases the activity and production of the mood-boosting neurotransmitters serotonin, dopamine, and nerepinephrine (serotonin is the neurotransmitter that drugs like Prozac elevate).

Joint health – CELLFOOD SAM-e supports sulfate groups’ absorption into glycoproteins, which help maintain cartilage and protect joints. Cysteine and glutathione are by-products of this absorption process and have potent inflammation and pain reducing properties. Nearly 14 million Americans that suffer from chronic pain and inflammation use drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen (Tylenol). In arthritis strength dosages, these nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID's) have devastating side effects. Over 100,000 Americans are hospitalized annually from NSAID induced ulcers and more than 16,000 die. In a dozen clinical trails with more than 22,000 patients, researchers found SAM-e as effective as pharmaceutical treatments for pain and inflammation, without any signs of digestive tract damage, sexual dysfunction, dry mouth, or nausea.

Liver health - In the liver, CELLFOOD SAM-e supports GSH production and uptake, which is mainly responsible for removing dangerous toxins from the body. Because of the liver's continuous battle against toxins, adequate concentrations of glutathione are crucial to survival. Damage occurs when the liver is so overwhelmed by toxins that it cannot produce enough glutathione. Part of that concentration burden falls to SAM-e, which is a necessary component of glutathione’s creation.

Ingredients - CELLFOOD SAM-e is made from all-natural, plant-based organic substances. CELLFOOD SAM-e contains no alcohol, glucose, yeast, or gluten. CELLFOOD SAM-e does not contain any ingredients that are on the “list of banned substances” for professional and amateur athletic competitions and associations. CELLFOOD SAM-e is non-addictive, non-invasive, and completely non-toxic.

I have cells they need food!!

CELLFOOD DNA • RNA is the world’s first cellular regenerating formula combining nucleic acid bases (the essential building block on DNA and RNA), Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP - the master energy molecule), methyl groups (regulators and programmers of the aging process), and Cellfood.

Anti-aging - Clinical research indicates that biological aging is regulated and programmed by the gradual loss of specific DNA markers known as methyl groups. At the age of 25, most of us have already lost 10% of our DNA methyl groups. When there is a 40% loss, degenerative death typically occurs. Longevity studies have shown that no single therapeutic method has increased lifespan more than nucleic acid (DNA RNA) supplementation. CELLFOOD DNA • RNA provides the most important nutrient factors for improving DNA methylation, which slows or stops the loss of methyl groups.

The H factor - Homocysteine is a toxic amino acid byproduct that accumulates in the bloodstream and tends to block arterial pathways. High levels of homocysteine may be an indicator of cardiac risk and has been linked to many diseases. A major double blind, placebo controlled study was recently conducted to study the effects of the methylation cofactors found in CELLFOOD DNA • RNA on homocysteine reduction and other important metabolic factors. The CELLFOOD DNA • RNA components (which also include Trimethylglycine) were shown to significantly reduce homocysteine levels by up to 44% - indicating an enhanced ability to protect and repair critical DNA and lower cardiac risk.

ATP - CELLFOOD DNA • RNA provides one of the most important nucleic acid derivatives to the human body, adenosine triphosphate. ATP is considered the master energy molecule and the fuel for cellular function. When a glucose molecule breaks down without oxygen it delivers only 2 molecules of ATP, wasting almost 95% of the potential energy. When combined with the oxygen from CELLFOOD, each glucose molecule delivers a full 36 molecules of ATP. The end result is a dramatic increase in cellular energy.

Finally, CELLFOOD DNA • RNA utilizes another unique and advanced technology known as Photo Acoustic Resonance. This patented laser technology process pre-treats and tunes each individual nutrient by reshaping distorted molecule structures so that they can be more easily absorbed and assimilated by cell receptors.

Don't be Scar'd

Quantum  Derma had produced an amazing Scar Reducing Cream and we are PUMPED!!!!!

Quantum  Derma herbal scar treatment can help your skin appear free and clear of scars, stretch marks and other related skin blemishes. Quantum Derma scar treatment contains 14 natural, food grade, healing ingredients, designed to soften and reduce the appearance of scars and moisturize the skin.

• Significantly improves the appearance of existing scars
• Helps prevent the formation of scars on newly healed wounds
• Helps scars resulting from surgery, burns, injury and acne
• Great for stretch marks
• Scar treatment helps scars appear softer and smoother
• Excellent for calluses, scar tissue, and other skin hardening
• Reduce visibility of scars
• Smooth, soften, and diminish appearance of scars
• Moisturizes
• All Natural

Some key ingredients in our herbal Scar Treatment cream include:

Onion Extract

An anti-inflammatory and helps to inhibit the over-production of collagen in a scar. Onion extract, by itself or as part of another course of treatment, requires consistent use over several months in order to produce an effect. Clinically proven effective. (Dermatol. Surg. Aug, 1999.)

Lysine

Helps build healthy tissue.

Vitamin E

A powerful anti-oxidant and healing agent.

Tamanu Oil

Significantly improved the appearance of scarring over a six week clinical trial. (Per. Care. Jan., 2003.)

Allantoin

A derivative of comfrey, allantoin stimulates the growth of healthy tissue and reduces the appearance of scars (Int J Clin Pharmacol Res. 1994)

Additional ingredients include: Olive Oil, Beeswax, Aloe Vera Gel, Purified Water, Tocopheryl, Acetate (Vitamin E), Allantoin, Chamomile Extract, Tamanu Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Gum Benzoin Extract, Calendula Extract, Bee Propolis Extract, Golden Seal Root Extract, Onion Extract, Echinacea Extract, Bisabalol (a chamomile extract), Cajeput Oil, Tea Tree Oil, Lysine, Vitamin E, Retinyl Palmitate (vitamin A) , Vitamins A & D

Directions for Use:

Massage into scar 3 -5 times daily to smooth, soften and diminish appearance of scars.

Go ahead an eat your culture, why don't ya?

Calling all Non-Dairy Kefir enthusiasts...we got you covered! We started carrying Cultures for Health Water Kefir Grains! Just in time to get your pickling for the Winter!!

Originating in Mexico, water kefir grains (also known as sugar kefir grains) allow for the fermentation of sugar water or juice to create a carbonated lacto-fermented beverage. Incredibly easy to brew, the starter culture can create a new batch of kefir every 24 to 48 hours. This makes a fantastic non-dairy alternative to milk kefir and can be flavored after brewing to make a variety of delicious sodas. If you are looking to replace soda pop, your family will love it!

• Traditional heirloom-style kefir culture (a.k.a. "grains" due to appearance); not a powdered starter culture
• Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan
• Reusable culture; makes a new batch of kefir every 24 to 48 hours
• With proper care, the culture can be used indefinitely to create delicious probiotic rich kefir
• Cultures on the counter at 67° to 80°F, no heating appliance required
• Can be used with sugar water, fruit juice, and coconut water

 Ingredients: Organic Rapadura (sugar), water.

Water kefir grains are produced in a facility that also processes dairy, soy, wheat, nut, and fish products. Water kefir grains are a vegan starter culture (no animal byproducts).

Shipping Information: Water kefir grains are shipped as a starter culture in a dehydrated state in a barrier-sealed packet and must be rehydrated prior to use. Please keep in a cool dry place until you are ready to make your first batch of kefir.

Each Packet of Water Kefir Starter Grains: 2 teaspoons live active kefir grains in a dehydrated state (will rehydrate to 3 to 4 tablespoons of grains; sufficient to yield 1 to 3 quarts of kefir every 24 to 48 hours).

Deep Dark Magical Black SOAP!

We have started carrying Beauty Secrets Black Soap (Alata Samina) with Shea butter in a tub and in bar form and it kinda on the 10 of the amazing scale. When I say amazing scale . I mean 0 is not so amazing and 10 is totally amazing. Not only is it a fair trade Ghana Soap but it  has long been used to heal problem skin. Its good for thinning fine lines, evening out dark spots, eczema, razor bumps and eliminating blemishes. It is also used to lightly exfoliate and give you healthier looking skin. The soap can also be used on your body or hair or for oily skin, dry skin, skin rashes, scalp irritations, body odors and is good for sensitive skin. There are many other claims to the benefits of black soap, which may be proven/disproven by the user.

Beauty Secrets Black Soap (Alata Samina) with Shea butter is made from the ash of locally harvested plants and barks such a plantain, cocoa pods, palm tree leaves, and shea tree bark. First the leaves and bark are sun-dried and then roasted in a kettle or pot at an even, constant temperature, which is important to ensure color, texture and smell. Then water and various oils - palm oil, coconut oil, palm kernel oil (including shea butter and cocoa pod powder) - are added to the mixture and stirred for at least a day. After that, the "soap" is left to set for two weeks to cure. Different tribes and communities have adopted their own specific (secret) blend of oils and cooking techniques, which can be seen in the different color variations among black soap. The ash itself was often used to heal cuts.

The plantain skins give the soap Vitamin A & E, and iron. Because the soap has the highest shea butter content of any soap, it also offers UV protection. The soap is also good for sensitive skin, meaning its a good option for babies or the elderly. Some people with caffeine sensitivities may need to test out soap that contains cocoa pods as there is some evidence that the caffeine can be transmitted through contact with the skin.