Superfood Glossary
- Antioxidant-rich berry found in the Amazon rain forests
- Anthocyanin content up to 30x more than red wine
- Anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-aging
- Helps increase longevity and immunity
- Promotes brain health by protecting neurons from oxidative damage
- Evidence shows it may help improve memory
- May improve heart disease risk and cholesterol
- Combats fatigue
- Vegan and Dairy-Free 'Milk' made in House with organic almonds soaked in R/O alkaline water
- Nearly every store-bought almond mylk contains synthetic vitamins, thickeners, emulsifiers, and oftentimes sweeteners. Ours is purely organic nuts, clean water, and vanilla bean
- It contains natural enzymes, absorbable vitamins (even calcium), fatty acids, and even fiber
- Naturally low in calories and fat
- One serving gives you 25% Vitamin E needs for anti-inflammatory benefits
- Historically proven medicinal food found inside the Aloe Vera plant leaves
- Alkalizing and Detoxifying
- Feeds the good gut bacteria
- Improves digestive health by soothing/healing gut lining and stomach
- Rich in antioxidants protecting skin and organs (anti-aging)
- Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-viral
- Helps reduce inflammation especially in conditions of the gut (like IBS, IBD, leaky gut)
- Helps break down sugar and fat for better nutrient absorption
- Note: not for pregnancy or with certain medications
- 500% more CLA (beneficial fatty acids) than non-grass-fed butter, and offers anti-cancer benefits
- Uniquely absorbable vitamin A and a rare source of Vitamin K2
- Appetite Suppressant
- Anti-inflammatory
- Supports gut health
- Boosts fat burning
- Contains 15% medium-chain-triglyceride fatty acids for ketone production and brain health
- Well tolerated by even dairy-sensitive individuals
- An ancient remedy and fermented food that’s alive with benefits
- Improves overall digestion (with immediate impact)
- Helps prevent acid reflux (contrary to popular assumption)
- Helps lower blood sugar and optimize metabolic health
- Projects from dangerous cholesterol
- Regulates hunger and satiety hormones
- Fights infections including yeast and candida overgrowth
- Assists the liver with detoxification
- Provides vitamins B6, C, Potassium, Manganese, Magnesium, & Copper
- The more ripe a banana is, the more sugar content
- Bananas contain pectin fiber which can help moderate blood sugar levels
- Green bananas and green-tipped bananas provide resistant starch or fiberous starches that support optimal gut function and anti-aging
- At Hi-Vibe we use frozen banana as a natural sweetener in various blended smoothies and bowls
- This nutrient, treasured since ancient times, is collected from bees as they enter the hive
- Because only 15% of the pollen is captured, leaving the rest for the bees, it keeps hives healthy by encouraging activity and purpose
- Contains nearly every nutrient required by humans
- Offers tremendous B vitamins, 50+ minerals, and every amino acid.
- Richer in protein than any other animal source per ounce
- Hi-Vibe uses locally sourced bee pollen from organic lands
- Local bee pollen can be a remedy for hay fever and seasonal allergies
- May improve sexual function, ovarian function, athletic performance, and cholesterol
- Known for their bright red color and bulb-like appearance, beets or beetroot are a popular root vegetable with a sweet taste
- Excellent source of Folate, and helpful for supplementing Potassium, Manganese, and Magnesium
- Consuming beets may lead to reduced risk of developing chronic diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases
- Can significantly lower blood pressure within a few hours
- May enhance physical performance and mitochondrial health
- Ideal to consume before intense physical training
- The rich color signifies the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits
- Humans have depended on this natural substance for our entire existence. It is formed when volcanic ash ages in the presence of water
- Hi-Vibe uses the purest form, tested for toxins, safe for ingestion
- Clay works by almost a magnetic power, drawing negatively-charged toxins of all kinds out of our GI tract and our body
- It’s more selective than Activated Charcoal which means it’s safe for pregnancy and with medication/supplements/diet
- Benefits include increased gut integrity, soothed digestive function, detoxify from chemicals and metals, defend from pathogens and infection, increase good gut bugs, increased oxygen and muscle/cell recovery
- This extract makes other nutrients more bioavailable, such as Turmeric’s Curcumin component by up to 2,000%
- Helps block fat formation
- Stimulates the immune system (not recommended for people with autoimmune disease)
- Anti-inflammatory helps with pain and arhtritis
- Protects against food-bourne pathogens
- Currently studied for anti-cancer benefits
- Is neuro-protective and great for brain function
- Isolated from pure, American spirulina blue-green algae (AKA an algae extract)
- Offers a myriad of spectacular healing properties
- Promotes optimal detoxification processes
- Fights inflammation, protects nerve cells, and is anti-aging
- Helps repair from athletic and physical stress (like sun damage or injuries)
- Provides B vitamins, amino acids, trace minerals
- Improves mood and cognitive function
- Believed to help protect from mold-toxins and carcinogens
- Micro-blue-green-algae that's 100% organic and wild-harvested in the U.S.
- Offers 65 vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids
- Used in the diet & energy for thousands of years
- Dense with nutrients, antioxidants, and is easily digested and absorbed
- Boosts immune systen function, therefore not recommended for autoimmune diseases
- High in anti-aging chlorophyll
- great for heart and circulation
- Prized for boosts in mood, recovery, and energy. A true superfood!
- Blue-ish purple berries from Shrubs, and native to North America
- Low in sugar, carbs, and calories in proportion to nutritional benefits
- Significant source of fiber and vitamins C and K1
- One of the highest Antioxidant fruits thanks to anthocyanin content that gives the blue color
- Anti-aging, anti-caner, and anti-inflammatory
- Protects the brain from neurodegeneration and can improve memory with daily consumption
- Protects from arterial plaque and dangerous cholesterol
- May help lower blood pressure with regular consumption
- Medicinal broth, simmered for days, from grass-fed organic beef joints, meat, and bones. An ancient food and preparation
- Provides collagen types 1 and 3 which helps make skin more youthful, strengthen hair and nails, increase bone density, help you recover from exercise, and helps protect from/heal a leaky gut
- Helps gut motility, reduces inflammation, boosts immunity Detoxifying and helps improve sleep cycles
- Provides protein, amino acids, and nutrients needed for joint tissue repair
- Note: all bone broth contains compounds that can aggravate seizures, tics, and autism depending on the individuals state of health. See the GAPS Diet protocol for more information
- Young sprouted broccoli seedlings known for their exceptional nutrient profile
- Protects DNA from damage to prevents disease in the body and brain
- Strengthens brain cell connections (synapses)
- Boosts glutathione (master antioxidant in our body) to combat aging and oxidative stress
- Provides more powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds than broccoli (an estimated 17x the antioxidants)
- Anti-cancer by killing cancer cells and blocking cancer division
- Natural fats in a butter like consistency made from crushed, 100% organic cacao beans
- Rich but subtle chocolatey-flavored richness
- Contains antioxidants that help lower inflammation
- Provides heart-healthy fats that can help optimize cholesterol
- 100% organic (most other cacao contains dangerous mold toxins)
- Provides mood-boosting benefits by raising serotonin
- High in antioxidants, minerals, and phyto-(plant)-chemicals that offer anti-cancer and anti-aging benefits
- May help lower bad cholesterol, improve heart health
- Improves stress and promotes relaxation
- Known to reduce inflammation in various bodily systems
- Dried fruit powder from the Amazon
- Contains record-breaking Vitamin C content
- Offers trace minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory plant (phyto) chemicals
- Strengthens the immune system
- Anti-viral and Anti-aging
- protects the brain, and helps normalize mood
- Popular root vegetable, slightly sweet and surprisingly low in starch
- Help balance blood sugar levels
- Rich with biotin for healthy skin), potassium for muscles/blood pressure, and calcium for healthy bones and teeth
- Carrots also contain the plant-form of Vitamin A, which is helpful for maintaining good eye health
- Ancient vegetable and member of the parsley family that's been cultivated for thousands of years
- The edible stalk is almost entirely water and fiber which is why it makes an awesome vegetable to juice
- It’s a very nutrient-dense food - 2 stalks provide 37% of the recommended daily vitamin K1, ~9% of vitamins A, C, folate, potassium, and manganese, and ~3-4% of the B vitamins. Plus a few others
- Celery is very rich in polyphenols, which are important anti-oxidants
- The antioxidants are anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, can reduce cancer risk, regulate blood sugar, and are neuroprotective
- A superior and pure form of cinnamon bark often impersonated by cassia (common cinnamon), but "common" cinnamon with daily consumption can be toxic for the liver, whereas Ceylon can be protective
- Helps optimize blood sugar and insulin response
- Optimizes blood pressure and cholesterol
- The Anti-inflammator benefits explain why it helps for pain relief and digestion
- Since ancient times it's been used to improve hormonal balance and circulatory health
- An Adaptogenic, medicinal fungus that grows on trees (not technically a mushroom although widely considered a medicinal mushroom)
- Balances the stress response
- Modulates the immune system and helps boost immunity when needed
- Inhibits Tumor growth
- Supports proper detoxification
- Booming with antioxidants which explains the Anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as the ability to normalize cholesterol
- Dissolves kidney stones
- Effective at preventing cancer, hormonal imbalances, immune disorders, ulcers - and more!
- We use the superior chaga that's harvested from the Alaskan wilderness
- Fresh water algae prized for detoxification because it binds to heavy metals, mold toxins, and manmade chemicals inside our body
- High in chlorophyll antioxidants that fight aging
- Helps improve digestion and constipation
- Reduces muscle soreness from lactic-acid build up.
- Contains phytochemicals that helps protect our eyes, cells, and organs from radiation and cancer
- Offers many B Vitamins, optimal plant proteins, iron, and iodine.
- Boosts the immune system (a good thing for average person, but not recommended for persons with an autoimmune disease
- A potent herb that's used in hispanic and Asian cooking, often called coriander. Interestingly it's loved by some and hated by others because a certain genetic trait makes it taste "soapy" to up to half of the population
- High in antioxidants
- Very Detoxifying
- Helps reduce Anxiety
- Anti-bacterial properties
- Digestive system benefits
- 100% organic and formaldehyde-free thai young coconut meat
- Rich in lauric acid for immunity and longevity
- healthy saturated and MCT fats for ketones and brain boosting health
- Rich in fiber and healthy fats that keep your GI tract strong. Anti-cancer and good for a healthy heart and metabolism
- Contains many trace minerals, vitamins, and live enzymes for optimal cellular function
- Made from ground up coconut meat until it’s a smooth rich “butter”
- High in beneficial lauric acid and MCT (medium chain trygliceride) fats that are awesome for your brain, your immune system, and acheiving ketosis
- A whole food that’s rich in fiber and healthy fats that keep your GI tract strong
- An AIP + Paleo-friendly soy sauce alternative made from coconut tree sap and sea salt
- Tastes like soy sauce only sweeter and slightly less salty
- Made with only two ingredients with minimal processing (aging) and sourced sustainably
- Safe for diabetics, and offers a wide variety of trace minerals and all essential amino acids
- 100% organic, minimally processed from coconut flower sap
- The lowest glycemic index of all natural sugars which is why it's considered safe for diabetics
- Tastes like brown sugar
- Contains trace minerals and antioxidants
- Watery liquid found inside young green coconuts. Tastes sweet and refreshing when cold
- Earth's natural sports drink that's a great source of electrolytes that hydrate the body
- Because of electorlytes, coconut water helps prrevent cramps and muscle spasms
- Tasteless collagen protein powder sourced from organic, grass-fed cows
- Traditionally acquired in our diet by eating bone broths and nose-to-tail. Since it is not a dietary staple today, it is now a popular supplement
- Provides amino acids for strong joints, connective tissues, skin, digestive integrity, and all tissue repair
- It’s an esaily digested protein that makes up the most abundant protein in our body
- A Medicinal Mushroom that improves athletic performance, notably energy, stamina, endurance, and recovery
- High in antioxidants and anti-aging phytochemicals
- Inhibits cancer cell growth
- Enhances vitality and libido
- Helps balance your stress response
- A fruit crusading as a vegetable, and from the same botanical family as melons
- Contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
- Roughly 96% of a cucumber is made of naturally distilled water and full of alkaline-forming minerals which helps balance the bodies pH levels
- Revs up white blood cells and immunity to fight or prevent cold and flu
- Contains many beneficial plant compounds for enhanced immunity, healing, and reduced inflammation
- May help reduce pain, cold sore, and skin infections
- Peruvian root that’s ground to a powder and classified as an Adaptogen
- High in essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals
- Ancient remedy used to treat anemia, chronic fatigue, low stamina, prostate enlargement, poor memory, and fertility
- Maca helps to balance hormones, boost libido, and increase energy without caffeine
- Clarified Butter that's slightly toasted to give it a nutty flavor
- Safe for most dairy-sensitive individuals (virtually free of lactose and casein)
- Contains 500% more CLA (beneficial fatty acid) than conventional butter which contributes to the anti-cancer effects
- uniquely absorbable form of Vitamin A and a rare source of vitamin K2
- Appetite-suppressant
- Anti-inflammatory
- Supports gut health
- Boosts fat burning
- Contains around 25% MCTs
- One of the most reputable superfoods on the planet, a root (AKA rhizome) with more than 40 pharmacological actions like antibacterial to anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and more
- Science shows it’s more effective at decreasing inflammation and pain compared to NSAID’s and ibuprofen
- Ginger’s amazing antioxidants help repair damaged cells, prevent cancer and aging, and even prevent damage from alcohol consumption.
- It prevents infections and nourishes the body’s detox systems
- Ginger is perhaps most well known for its soothing effects on the stomach and GI tract, also for treating nausea
- A Citrus fruit from Barbados that's a cross between an orange and a pomelo
- Grapefruit is known to increase our metabolism
- Contains salicylic acid which helps the break down of the body’s inorganic calcium buildup
- Antioxidant-rich and can help normalize cholesterol levels
- A popular common-day apple variety that is one of the lowest in sugar and closer to heirloom varieties
- The soluble fiber found in green apples may make you feel full longer, aiding in weight loss (soluble fiber is also in the juice)
- Higher potassium levels than other apples
- Can help regulate blood sugar
- Small, hulled seeds from the hemp plant with a very mild, and nutty taste
- Compared to other seeds, hemp is very low in anti-nutrients (toxins) which is why many experts say it’s safe for those with an autoimmune disease (although not on the AIP diet list)
- Offers highly digestible vegan protein that's unique in that it provides all essential amino acids
- Can help aid in repair and growth of lean body mass, enhance the immune system, combat fatigue, and protect kidney function
- Highly digestible vegan protein that is unique in that it provides all essential amino acids (no other plant protein has this)
- Compared to other seeds, hemp is very low in anti-nutrients (toxins) which is why many experts say it’s safe for those with an autoimmune disease (although not on the AIP diet list)
- It’s the best vegan protein choice. It has a nutty flavor and is high in fiber
- * House-made granola is raw, vegan, grain-free, and paleo.
- Making it in the dehydrator results in crunchy granola, but it trumps anything on the market with these HI-VIBE ingredients: Sprouted almonds, sprouted sunflower seed kernels, sprouted pumpkin seed kernels, unsweetened shredded coconut, coconut sugar, vanilla, raw cacao, lucuma, mesquite, hemp protein, spirulina, chlorella, reishi, cinnamon and sea salt
- The purest salt on Earth. Most salt is highly processed, treated with radiation and chemicals, and devoid of nutrients
- Entirely different from table salt, it’s highly complex natural salt that is essential for a healthy body
- Contains 80+ trace elements and electrolytes that work synergistically to regulate water and various bodily functions like digestion and metabolism
- Our body self-regulates the sodium in Himalayan Salt, always keeping us in proper balance
- Sustainably and locally sourced, raw, and alive
- Exploding with life-giving, essential enzymes
- Local raw honey has been shown to help seasonal allergies
- Rich in B Vitamins, Amino Acids, and Antioxidants
- Certain enzymes in raw honey actually help us digest carbohydrates
- Reduces chronic inflammation and biomarkers like cholesterol and blood pressure
- One of nature's most trusted and proven anti-bacterial and anti-viral foods.
- Sustainably and locally sourced, raw, and alive
- Exploding with life-giving, essential enzymes
- Local raw honey has been shown to help seasonal allergies
- Rich in B Vitamins, Amino Acids, and Antioxidants
- Certain enzymes in raw honey actually help us digest carbohydrates
- Reduces chronic inflammation and biomarkers like cholesterol and blood pressure
- One of nature's most trusted and proven anti-bacterial and anti-viral foods
- Spicy chili pepper native to Mexico that is milder than a serrano, but spicier than a poblano
- Acts as a natural fat burner and also boosts metabolism
- Contains good levels of Vitacmin C
- Is a great digestive aid
- Known for reelieving congestion and reducing headaches thanks to the capsaicin (that's what makes it hot)
- Kale is one of the healthiest foods grown in the world! It has astounding Vitamin K levels, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Antioxidants, Iron, Protein, Calcium, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and Potassium
- Studies show that phytonutrients in kale aid in DNA cell repair, slow growth of cancer cells, protect against cancers such as prostate and colon, prevent autoimmune diseases, and protects the eyes from macular degeneration
- Kale is perfect for detoxifying the body, and has many anti-inflammatory capabilities which can help prevent and even reverse conditions like arthritis and heart disease
- The important omega-3 to omega-6 ratio helps keep cholesterol levels in the normal range, and protect the body of harmful free radicals
- Pronounced 'Key-toe', is short for Ketosis
- This is a state of fat burning that is achieved by lowering carbohydrates, and feeding the body foods that encourage fat-loss (or breaking down fat for energy in the form of ketones)
- Many athletes, dieters, and even people battling cognitive dysfunction are using a Keto diet to reach their performance goals
- Maintaining a state of ketosis is a well-regarded anti-aging strategy since ketone energy burns cleaner in our body compared to carbohydrates (or glycogen)
- Ketones help provide sustainable energy and lower inflammation while reducing the risk or prevelance of disease
- Ketones are the brain's preferred fuel source. They enhance your cognitive function and prevent degenerative disease in the brain that's often associated with aging
- A popular menu item at Hi-Vibe called The *Keto Acai Bowl* is a welcome way to feed the common sweet tooth, without the excess carbs. We’ve achieved this by blending the frozen acai berry with house-cracked coconut meat, silky avocado, keto-supportive Brain Octane Oil, and a touch of stevia. This is one acai bowl that stands apart from the rest
- An alkalizing citrus fruit native to Asia
- It's detoxifying, anit-bacterial and high in Vitamin C
- Lime is another citrus fruit native to asia
- It improves digestion, relieves nausea and is a great source of Vitamin C and fiber
- This fruit can also reduce fevers and does wonders for the skin when consumed orally
- Limes also hold antibiotic and disinfectant properties
- A medicinal and culinary mushroom that protects brain cells and nerve cell, also stimulating the growth of new cells
- Nature’s ‘Nootropic’ AKA “Smart Drug” that is also an adaptogen
- Helps build stronger neural connections (synapses) for better memory recall
- Helps with learning and communication (Takes effect after just 30 minutes)
- Protects digestive function and helps mood disorders
- A peruvian fruit that’s dried to a powder
- The flavor is like buttery maple
- A low glycemic sweetener that’s safe for diabetics (that's why you'll find it in many of our keto and paleo tonics)
- Contains many vitamins and minerals that assist in strong bones, hormonal balance, and heart health
- We chose Magnesium Glycinate because it is one of the top 2 forms of magnesium that is properly absorbed (and the flavor of this type of magnesium was perfect in our Morning Mojo drink)
- This form of magnesium is known to be easier on our GI Tract, help you sleep better, combat anxiety and PMS symptoms
- Magnesium balances stress hormones, optimizes bone integrity, hydration, cardiovascular health, and virtually every function in the body
- Most Americans are deficient and it is very difficult to get proper amounts from strictly diet today
- Most maple syrup on the market isn’t pure ('Aunt Jamima' is actually corn syrup), and is highly processed
- True Maple Syrup is one of the purest, most natural sweeteners on Earth
- It's minimally processed, low in toxins, and packaged with trace minerals for a healthier sugar intake
- Lower on the glycemic index than cane sugar, also safer for fatty liver disease and gut imbalances
- Thanks to its antioxidant content, it is now researched for anticancer benefits and diabetes treatment
- Most Matcha is lower in antioxidants and benefits, and Starbucks matcha powder is 50% sugar, while ours is a Ceremonial green tea that is specifically grown to increase the chlorophyll and antioxidant content compared to any other matcha tea leaf
- Matcha is unique among teas because you consume the entire tea leaf
- It's Detoxifying and impressively anti-aging
- Protects brain cells, and boosts brain cell growth
- Helps with concentration, memory and mood
- Matcha is prized today as a more subtle caffeine alternative to coffee thanks to L-theanine content (relaxed alertness). This makes it a favorite for people suffering from adrenal fatigue or HPA-axis disregulation (burn-out and low cortisol)
- MCT stands for Medium-Chain Triglyceride (Isolated fats derived from organic coconut)
- It provides quick ketone energy and encourages fat burning and metabolic health, and is backed by science
- This is one of the brain’s preferred fuels
- It nourishes our mitochondria to give us dependable energy and complex functions on a cellular level
- Highly regarded in the world of ketosis and intermittent fasting because it is an appetite-suppressant (or hunger-buster)
- Bean pods that grow in the desert. They're ground to a powder to offer a sweet, nutty flavor that’s safe for diabetics
- Rich in protein, fiber, minerals, and electrolytes
- Mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food, and that’s where it gets the spicy noticeable flavor
- It is soothing for stomach, decreases bloating, increases digestive bile
- Science shows that the plant compounds in mint help energize you and optimize mood
- It also has natural germicidal properties that promote fresher breath
- Widens blood vessels to improve circulation, and fights the common cold infection
- An adaptogen used for centuries or more and made from a “velvet bean”
- A natural dopamine precursor that improves focus, motivation and attention
- Lowers stress, boosts mood and libido, reduces anxiety
- Boosts learning and reaction time
- Balances nervous-, reproductive-, and digestive-systems
- HI-Vibe uses pure, organic, oregano essential oil which is often confused with Oil of Oregano. The version we use is HIGHLY concentrated and must be diluted in order to be consumed (oil of oregano is over 95% carrier oil with the rest being the pure oregano extract)
- Made from the wild oregano plant called Origanum Vulgare—not the kind you put in your pizza sauce—it has been used for its medicinal benefits for over 2,500 years
- Carvacrol, the most important component of wild oregano oil, has been proven to reverse or reduce bacterial infections, fungal infections, parasites, viruses, inflammation, candida, allergies, and tumors
- It’s even used in farming today to replace the use of antibiotics
- Pears are actually a member of the rose family, containing high levels of Vitamin C
- A great source of fiber, half of which can be found in the skin of this fruit
- Potassium levels are notable
- A pure, organic peppermint extract that provides the most-potent compounds of the plan
- Peppermint boosts concentration and alertness, opens up the nasal passages, thins mucus, improves mood
- Often combined with cocoa powder (in our Peppermint Mocha or Dopa-Mint tonics), this makes for an incredible mood optimizer
- It’s high in antioxidants (that’s what gives it the spicy flavor) and anti-inflammatory compounds
- Peppermint can help with pain, headaches, and stress
- Also known as Dragon fruit; native to Central America. Not only is it beautiful, but it's packed with Antioxidants, Magnesium, Vitamin C, Calcium, Carotene and Protein, Several B Vitamins, Polyunsaturated (good) Fatty Acids, Iron, and Phosphorus
- Overall benefits include strengthening bones and teeth, promoting healthy blood and tissue formation and strengthening the immune system
- Pitaya can also help the body rid itself of toxic heavy metals, improve eyesight, and even lower the risk of prostate cancer
- A combination of 4 probiotic strains that are both native and foreign to our GI tract, but all clinically proven to offer health benefits such as enhanced digestion, immunity, and appetite control
- These probiotics break down sugars, starve out pathogens, prevents yeast overgrowth, and help recover from irritable bowel disease (IBD)
- Because of their ability to reduce inflammation in the GI tract, they are shown to reduce symptoms of mood disorders like depression and anxiety, and even make you happier
- By adding these probiotics to our yogurt, and then allowing them to sit and ferment, we are getting an increase in nutrition, lots of beneficial enzymes, live cultures, and a world of untapped benefits. Many people called cultured and fermented foods “better than raw”
- An ancient fermented black tea with complex, earthy, bitter, and spicy notes
- Most tea is harvested, dried and bagged, but Pu-erh (pronounced Poo-Air) is made by allowing the tea leaves to ferment for 60 days and age like wine
- Fermentation releases more antioxidants than almost any other tea. The bacteria, in the fermentation, create beneficial enzymes and bi-products that are great for the gut and cellular protection
- It’s high in caffeine for a tea, but a more focused calming caffeine experience compared to coffee. A good alternative for someone with adrenal burnout
- A warming blend of organic spices including ceylon cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and clove. These are some of the highest antioxidant spices in existence and they help reduce inflammation, lift mood, improve cardiovascular health and digestion
- Unlike pumpkin spice drinks at other cafes, ours is offered unsweetened and unadulterated. Add maple syrup for the perfect naturally sweet accompaniment, or try xylitol or stevia for a keto-low-carb version
- Purity coffee makes every decision about their coffee based on health (every step of the growth and production chain is optimized to increase benefits and reduce toxins and health risks)
- No corners are ever cut at the expense of health benefits, this is practically non-existent in the coffee world
- The coffee beans are lab-tested to be free of mold toxins and chemicals. Less than 1% of the world’s coffee beans meet this standard
- Purity coffee is found to have 65% more antioxidants on average than 100 other brands tested and has the #1 highest level of antioxidants above them all
- Coffee this clean ensures you’re getting all of coffee’s anti-aging and cognition-boosting benefits, all while you’re protecting your brain and body from damaging mold toxins and cellular destruction
- Medicinal Mushroom that’s one of the oldest remedies in history.
- Optimizes immune system function and boosts longevity
- An adaptogen for balanced stress response
- Studies show it may help kill cancer cells
- Enhances liver health and detoxification
- Boosts brain cell growth
- Tames rampant inflammation
- Encourages restful sleep
- Balances hormones
- Improves cholesterol and heart health
- Reverse Osmosis (R/O) filtration removes chlorine, fluoride, and various chemical contaminants from the water
- Our alkaline system adds natural minerals back to the purified water so that it contains electrolytes, is more similar to spring water (mineral water), and brings the water up to an alkaline pH around 7.5 to match your body’s pH level and encourage homeostasis
- Benefits include protecting cells from inflammatory cascades, and enhancing immunity by fighting pathogens and nurturing good gut bacteria
- All cellular function and metabolic processes are believed to improve with alkaline water supplementation
- A superfood cocoa powder blend, made in-house, with the highest-grade, mood-lifting, system-balancing superfoods including organic cacao, reishi mushroom, hemp protein, lucuma, mesquite, spirulina, and chlorella
- Can help fight depression, anxiety, and stress with the help of raw organic cacao + dual-extracted reishi medicinal mushroom
- Provides a blood-sugar balancing sweetness with lucuma and mesquite
- Helps to cover all of vitamin, mineral, and amino acid needs with hemp protein, spirulina and chlorella. These help protect heart health, fight cancer and aging in a remarkable way
- Pronounced She-Lah-Jeet, it is a magical black substance found in nature when composted plant matter is captured in the mountains during geological shifts and changes over thousands of years to become a superb longevity substance that’s made of digested mineral matter
- It’s high in fulvic acid which is a strong detoxifier and key nutrient we need, and it also contains 88+ minerals and powerful antioxidants
- Benefits: anti-aging, enhances nutrient absorption in the gut, aids in detoxification, supports better reproduction and cognition, improves oxygen flow and all metabolic processes
- A natural phenomenon prized throughout history
- Hi-Vibe’s shilajit is third-party tested to be free of dangerous heavy metals
- Seeds that have been soaked in water to begin the germination process which activates the amount of enzymes, vitamins, minerals, proteins, and essential fatty acids
- They contain a wide variety of nutrients including magnesium, manganese, copper, protein, zinc, phytosterols and antioxidants. Eating soaked seeds will improve digestion, and mineral + vitamin absorption
- Other health benefits include increased circulation, proper bone and tooth formation, proper bowel function, improved blood pressure, immune system support, prostate health, insulin regulation, decreased hot flashes and headaches, and improved sleep patterns
- A natural, zero-calorie sweetener made from the stevia leaf. Safe for diabetics and low-carb/keto dieters because it does not spike blood sugar
- The taste of stevia is up to 300 X sweeter than sugar, so a little goes a long way. Those who have an aversion to the taste of stevia find it more pleasant when combined with another sweetener (xylitol, monk fruit, honey)
- Myth: stevia makes you eat more because it tricks your brain into triggering hunger. Truth: artificial sweeteners do this, but human studies show that stevia in low doses does not trigger overeating
- Inspired by legends from the days of the bubonic plague when thieves were said to survive the outbreak, and rob the homes of the sick, by protecting themselves with masks and robes that were filled with medicinal herbs
- Young Living essential oil company created this “thieves oil” in honor of the legend, combining clove, lemon, rosemary, eucalyptus, and cinnamon bark all together which have been found to reduce dangerous pathogens and bacteria by 99.96%, while protecting the good bacteria and optimizing immunity
- We use 95% Turmeric Curcumin Extract (19x the curcumin content of pure turmeric)
- Incredible antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties
- Anti-alzheimer’s strategy (increases brain cell growth)
- Assists with better digestion, better mood, and improves liver function
- Improves joint pain and cardiovascular health
- Made by macerating and percolating vanilla beans in a solution of alcohol and water, this extract contains several antioxidants and chemicals called vanilloids.
- It has been used for centuries as an antioxidant and cognitive enhancing agent! The natural chemicals in Vanilla are known to reduce inflammation and improve mental performance
- Vanilla can also calm stomach pains, relieve stress, and reduce hunger. Vanilla is also regarded as an aphrodisiac
- Hi-Vibe uses organic, grass-fed, undenatured whey protein isolate. We chose whey ‘isolate’ (vs concentrate) because this increases the likelihood that someone can enjoy this food even if they have a dairy sensitivity
- Ours is undenatured and exceptional because it is cold-processed from Raw (unpasteurized) milk, and only pasteurized once (for 15 seconds) when packaging (all others are pasteurized twice)
- Whey is a highly bioavailable protein source that feeds gut bacteria (prebiotic) and increases immunity
- Also known to boost our body’s glutathione antioxidant, and studied for heart health, anti-inflammatory properties and osteoporosis prevention
- Naturally-occurring sugar alcohol made from birch wood
- From the category of fiber as resistant starch. Essentially zero calories and not absorbed by the body
- Considered a safer, possibly beneficial alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners
- Safe for most diabetics and low-carb/keto dieters. May contribute to good oral and gut bacteria
- Contains: shizandra, polygala, longan, asparagus root, shatavari, lychee, jujube, morinda, dan gui, carthamus, dioscoria, white peony
- Traditional chinese herbs formulated for balanced feminine energy and health. Named after the feminine energy known as Yin (vs Yang), helps to optimize female hormone expression, libido, mood, menstrual peace and regularity
- Improves circulatory energy and “chi”. Nourishes the skin, and calms emotions