All natural, great taste, 100% Australian. Vital Greens is a nutrient and enzyme-rich, complete superfood containing 76 nutrients essential for optimal health, energy and vitality. Includes: naturally occurring whole food source vitamins, trace minerals, antioxidants, pro-biotics, essential amino acids, omega 3 and omega 6 essential fatty acids, digestive enzymes, cell pigments, plant sterols and fibres. Available in the following sizes: 120 gram, 300 gram and 400 gram jars, bulk 1 kg jar, & convenient 'single serve' sachets (box 12). Phyto-Protein is extracted from Golden Peas and has the most balanced amino acid profile of any plant based protein and the highest bio-availability. 100% Vegetable Origin, 88% Bio-Available Protein Available in the following sizes: 500 gram & bulk 1 kg jar.
Have you checked out the herbs and spices we have in now? Apart from the dried herbs and spices from The Spice Girls, we now also stock the products from Spiral Foods - these very handy jars of minced ginger, garlic and chilli, and Pure Food Essentials have this wonderful turmeric paste.
We have also found the spice kits from Spicez in Kuranda have been very well received.
Gluten Free information
ARROWROOT Extracted from the root of a west Indian plant. Thickens to a fine, clear gel so it is good for thickening fruit sauces for pies and tarts. Arrowroot is very bland traditionally used for "invalids". BUCKWHEAT FLOURContrary to its name it does not belong to the wheat family, but actually to the Rhubarb family. Used widely in soba (Japanese noodles), read soba labels carefully as some contain wheat flour also. It is also used widely in Russia, as breakfast groats, or in pancakes. The partial ground "groats" can be used to replace oats for a hot breakfast cereal. CHICK PEA FLOUR Also known as BESAN or CHANNA flour. It is a creamy colour with a strong flavour. It is commonly used in Indian cooking in fritters, as a thickener, or in sweets. CORNFLOUR Always read the label, as there are two types - 100% wheaten, or 100% maize flour. The maize cornflour is also called cornstarch. Cornflour gives a smooth clear thickening to sauces and is used in Asian cooking. Great for baking when a fine texture is wanted. Cornmeal Fine or coarsely ground. Useful in combination with other flours in baking. Keep on hand for cereals, crusts, polenta and batters. Make into cornbread, also it's an excellent addition to stuffing and meatloaf. It can be used to replace breadcrumbs in standard recipes. MILLET MEAL Can be added to gluten free bread mixes. One tablespoon millet added to 1 cup of gluten free maize cornflour in baking gives a tender moist product. POTATO FLOUR Made from grinding dried potato, it is good to mix with other flours, and is also a good thickener. Good for rolling food in before baking etc. e.g. bread rolls, meat balls. 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon can be added to 1 to 2 cups rice flour for better texture. RICE FLOUR It is made from brown or white rice. It has a silky texture and is very bland. Used alone, it makes a heavy product, so is best mixed with other flours. Be careful when using it for baking as it burns easily. Excellent for shortbread, melting moments and pikelets. Soy Flour Made from soya beans, this flour has a creamy yellow colour and is very nutritious. It has a strong nutty flavour, which can overpower the recipe, so it is best used with other flours. Very good in baking when using chocolate or spices. Tapioca Flour A white velvety flour from the cassava root. Used in many gluten free bread mixes, mixed with other flours for baking and thickening sauces, it has a light texture and is great in pancakes and waffles.
Chia Seed products
The Chia Company has expended its range of products! We have had the black and white seeds in stock, now the ground chia seeds and chia bran are in, and soon we will have the chia oil also!
Did you know that chia is the highest known source of plant based Omega 3? It also contains high levels of fibre and protein. It is mild tasting and can be added to any meal.
We have found that by mixing some seeds in with water and allowing it to form into a gel, when it is added to gluten free bread recipes, this gives the loaf more elasticity and texture. The chocolate cake I made was gluten free and absolutely delicious!
New Products for December 2009
Attention Raw Foodies
2die4 Live Foods Activated Nuts from Byron Bay are now available at Neil's Organics!
The range includes pepitas, pecans, walnuts, Brazil nuts, almonds and two mixed nuts (activated mixed and vegan dairy free). The ACTIVATED nuts and seeds have been long-soaked in water, fresh whey and whole, raw Celtic sea salt. Presto! Fermentation has begun. The nuts are then long-dried (dehydrated, not cooked) at very low temperatures. This means these are real LIVE foods!
For more information about 2die4 nuts check out 2die4livefoods .
Lupin8
Lupin8 combines the health and dietary benefits of its all natural ingredients including LKF (Lupin Kernel Flour), creating a product that is high in Dietary Protein and Fibre, Omega 3, Folate, Niacin and rich in antioxidants. This unique combination creates a powder that can be added to breakfast cereals, home made bread, biscuits, cakes, pastries, stir fry's, casseroles, sauces, soups, and shakes etc with little change to their flavour or texture. It is a low GI food so will help manage the intake of food in one setting and also the desire to snack between meals! Lupin8 comes in a 400g tub and also for a limited time 150g sachets for you to try.
For more information about lupin 8 check out lupin8 .
Green Coffee Plus
we have had some people come in looking for green coffee (coffee made from green beans) so in response we can now let you know we have it in stock.
Dovedale bread
Dovedale has supplied us with some samples of their new range of gluten free goods. Come in and check out what we now have! There is now Rice Chia buns and rolls, and chocolate muffins cakes and cookies.
DURAND Water Filter System We now also have the 15 litre stoneware container with the Doulton Ceramic Filter PLUS the Fluoride/Arsenic reduction element. If you are needing any spare parts and filters we will be able to supply also.
ALKALINE MINERAL WATER
We have Life Energy Water from the Great Australian Outback and also Alkalife from the Blue Mountains.
COMPACT JUICER
The Compact Juicers have come out with a new colour! They are now also available in BLACK.
New Products for September 2009
As you know, Norma is always looking for new products to add to our selection! Please read on to see some of the great new stuff for this month! Don't forget to let Norma know if there is something else that you have been searching for.