We are all trying to stay healthy and improve our immunity over the winter. And in colder months, berries can be a powerful way to boost our wellbeing. But fresh berries are out of season in the UK, often flown in from faraway places and therefore less fresh and expensive. This is where new superberry powder Haskapa comes into its own. This unique and delicious natural superfood product is now available in the UK. Keep well through winter by introducing Haskapa into your routine.
The perfect health-food for the colder months, Haskapa is made exclusively from haskap berries, whose vibrant blue skins and deep crimson flesh contain remarkably high levels of anthocyanins. Anthocyanins are naturally occurring plant pigments, which thanks to new research have been linked to promoting numerous health benefits, while reducing the risks associated with chronic disease. Haskap berries boast one of the highest recorded anthocyanin values of any berry.
Haskapa Powder
One to two teaspoons of Haskapa powder are equivalent to the benefits of eating a handful of fresh berries. Native to northern hemisphere countries, the indigenous Ainu people of northern Japan have been eating haskap berries for centuries, fondly referring to them as ‘the elixir of life’.
With triple the antioxidants of blueberries, haskap berries can be effective in the body’s fight against chronic oxidative stress. Naturally anti-inflammatory, research on dietary anthocyanins has suggested that they may help protect against conditions associated with chronic inflammation.
Anthocyanins are also associated with reducing the risk of cognitive decline as we age. A recent study published by scientists at Tufts University, Massachusetts, showed that older adults who regularly ate higher amounts of anthocyanin-rich foods (such as berries) had a significant four-fold reduction in developing Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD).
Now, these 100% natural, plant-power haskap berries have been turned into Haskapa, using freeze-drying, which perfectly preserves their unique flavour, colour and naturally high levels of anthocyanins, resulting in a delicious, fuss-free ‘superfood’ that has scientifically-proven health benefits. Perfect for all seasons, Haskapa can be added to juices and yogurt, as well as winter warmer recipes that can give you an effective health kick.
Make yourself the perfect healthy cup of tea.
Healthy Tea
Winter Tea
INGREDIENTS:
1tsp Haskapa
1tsp fresh ginger – thinly sliced
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 cinnamon stick
METHOD
Stir 1 tsp of Haskapa into boiling water
Add ginger, lemon juice and a cinnamon stick and infuse for 3-5 mins
Sieve out the ginger slices and sweeten to taste with maple syrup or agave nectar
Keep well through winter by introducing Haskapa into your routine. For more information and more recipes about Haskapa visit haskapa.com
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