What is this Stuff?
Agave nectar » A raw, unprocessed syrup from the Agave cactus. Agave is less refined and less genetically modified than sugarcane and has a lower glycemic index rating.
Cacao » The nut from the cacao fruit from which chocolate is made from. Because it is unheated, raw cacao still has all of its amazingly complex chemical structure intact. It boasts one of the highest anti-oxidant ratings as well as the highest magnesium levels of any food, just to name several of cacao’s many potent properties.
Cashew Cheese » A “cheese” made from the cashew nut, nutritional yeast and agar agar, a tasteless sea vegetable.
Cultured Vegetables » Any assortment of vegetables that have been fermented using only salt to suppress the “bad” bacteria and support the growth of probiotic “beneficial” bacteria such as Lactobacillus. Raw cultured vegetables, such as sauerkraut and kim chi, are good for our digestive and immune systems.
Dandelion » The weed that grows in your backyard should be your best friend. Dandelion root is used to clean the blood and liver as well as regulate hormone levels. Dandelion leaf, though bitter, is packed full
of vitamins and minerals as well as unique compounds that only exist
in dandelion.
Flax » Flax seed and oil has high amounts omega-3 fatty acids which appears to be beneficial for heart disease. Ground flax seeds contain lignans which appear to have anti-oxidant activity.
Goji Berries » A red berry that has been used in traditional Chinese and Tibetan medicine for over 6,000 years to treat many deficiencies. They are high in anti-oxidants, high in minerals, and taste delicious.
Irish Moss » A sea vegetable that we use in many of our desserts and smoothies. Irish moss has many wonderful properties and has been used in the past to treat lung diseases and sooth the digestive system.
Jackfruit » A huge fruit that grows in Southeast Asia. The bulk of the fruit is starchy with a slight artichoke flavor and when cooked has a meaty texture.
Maca » A root vegetable related to the turnip that grows in the extreme climate of the high Andes. Maca has been used for centuries to strengthen physical stamina.
Miso » A fermented soy bean paste used to make soup and aid in digestion.
Nama Shoyu » An unpasteurized soy sauce.
Pepitas » Or more commonly known as pumpkin seeds. Pepitas have most of the B vitamins and are also a good source of zinc and magnesium.
Peruvian Mesquite » A tasty additive to smoothies and desserts.
Quinoa » A South American grain-like seed that is a complete protein and gluten free.
Sea vegetables » Sea Vegetables are an amazing food that are commonly overlooked in our society. They are extremely high in minerals and trace minerals such as iron, iodine, zinc, boron, and selenium just to name a few. We mostly use arame, hijiki, nori, and sea palm at the restaurant.
Seitan » A meat substitute that has been eaten for hundreds of years in Asia. It is made by kneading wheat flour under water until all the starch has been washed off, leaving the protein.
Spirulina » An algae that is unusually high in protein and also rich in essential fatty acids and chlorophyll.
Tempeh » A fermented soy “cake” that has been enjoyed in Indonesia for centuries.
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