Food Flashcards
(28 cards)
Antioxidant qualities of acia means that it….
Fights cancer, slows down aging, helps blood circulation and cardiac function
Antioxidants protect against what?
Free radicals
Acia supports
Weight loss and helps improve overall strength
Bowls and smoothies contain NO…
Frozen yogurt, ice, added sugar, yogurts, flavored powders/syrups, trans-fat, or other fillers
Products that are always organic
Honey, granola, acai, goji berries, bee pollen, and most fruit depending upon the season
Kids under 5 should not eat what?
Bee pollen
After welcoming customers ask…
- Have you ever been in here before?
- Have you ever had an acai bowl before?
- Are you familiar with the acai berry?
What is the acai berry?
It is a Brazilian berry that has been labeled one of the worlds super foods because of its nutritional value and health benefits
Acai nutritional value
- richest source if antioxidants on the planet
- full of healthy omegas
- high in fiber
- constrains all of your major vitamins
- full of essential amino acids
- 3 P’s: Protein, Potassium, Phosphorus
Health benefits of acai
- good for weight loss
- lower cholesterol
- digestion
- sustained energy
- regulating blood sugar
- oxygenating the blood
- promoting healthy heart
All bowls contain
Potassium, fiber, calcium, phosphorus, protein, and omegas
Bowls help with
Weight loss Increased energy Better digestion Stronger immune system Improved circulation Healthier heart
Pitaya
- Low sugar and low calorie
- High fiber-digestive health & lower cholesterol
- anti-inflammatory
- calcium
- magnesium
- vitamin B and C
Goji berries
- high in antioxidants
- contain at least 18 amino acids
- more iron then spinach
- more beta carotene then carrots
- most powerful anti aging foods
- help with stamina
- gives energy, controls weight loss, increases immune system, natural anti-inflammatory
Flax seed
- high in fiber, antioxidants, vitamin B, magnesium, omega-3
- good for weight loss
Bee pollen
Other than acai it’s one of the most powerful super foods
- herbal “fountain of youth”
- used for everything from weight loss to cancer prevention
Guarana
- 2.5 times the caffeine as coffee
- best know as a natural energy source
- helps increase concentration and stimulate the mind
Spirulina
- a super blue/green algae
- high in protein, chlorophyll, calcium, iron, omegas, amino acids, antioxidants
- helps remove toxins
Kale
- one of the healthiest vegies on the planet
- filled with antioxidants, carotenoids and flavonoids, a mega-3
- anti inflammatory
- great for cardiovascular support
Maca
- root that offers amazing energy boosts
- nutritionally dense with high amounts of minerals, vitamins, enzymes and amino acids
- used for anemia, chronic fatigue, enhancing energy, stamina, memory and fertility
Cacao
- raw chocolate before processing and adding sugar
- stimulates neurotransmitters
- promotes a sense of well being
- raises serotonin and endorphin levels in the brain
- acts as antidepressant and reduces PMS symptoms
Chia seeds
- deliver the maximum amount if nutrients with minimum calories
- fiber, omega fatty acids, calcium, antioxidants, protein, much more.
- good for regulating insulin/blood sugar
- reduces inflammation, high cholesterol
Honey
- provides strength and energy to our bodies
- efective in instantly boosting the performance, endurance and reducing muscle fatigue if athletes
- immune system booster, anti-cancer, good hangover cure and for sore throats
Banana
- gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy
- 2 bananas can give enough energy for a strenuous 90 minute workout
- compared to an apple it has 4x the protein, 2x the carbs, 3x the phosphorus, 5x the vit. A and iron, and 2x other vitamins and mineral
- rich in potassium