A new uplifting warm drink – 100% Organic Curcumin Latte – by Viridian Nutrition has won the Best New Drink Product Award.

The latest innovation by the leading ethical supplements won the award category at the prestigious Natural and Organic Products Show Europe 2017, which showcases the hottest new products in natural living.

This warming latte is a blend of turmeric whole root with high strength turmeric extract and aromatic spices which creates a pleasant-tasting high potency drink when mixed into a warm, plant based milk.

Carefully formulated by the experts at Viridian Nutrition, the Organic Curcumin Latte features a high-strength turmeric root extract providing 170mg of potent curcuminoids per serving.

Originating from South East Asia, turmeric root has a rich history within ancient Ayurvedic traditions. The ingredients have been sustainably sourced and are certified organic by the Soil Association.

To enjoy Organic Curcumin Latte, simply mix half a teaspoon into your favourite warm milk – such as oat, coconut or almond – and drink as an uplifting caffeine-free alternative.

The Organic Curcumin Latte is 19EUR for 30g. Each jar contains 30 servings (53p per cup).

Organic Curcumin Latte joins the Viridian Nutrition 200+ range of nutritional supplements which includes Organic Curcumin Extract capsules and Organic Turmeric capsules.

Viridian Nutrition is founded on the principles of Purity, the Environment and Charity. It is passionate about 100% active ingredients, organics, non GM, non-irradiated, allergen-free, and is against animal testing.

Key features:

• High-potency with 170mg curcuminoids per serving.
• Full-spectrum turmeric whole root and turmeric extract.
• With organic ginger root, chilli, cardamom seed, cinnamon bark and vanilla bean powders.
• Great tasting, healthy, caffeine-free hot drink.
• Organically Certified by the Soil Association.

Viridian’s Organic Curcumin Latte is available in our store. Order here or come to Nutri – George Street Arcade.

Overview:

-Prebiotic Soluble Fiber

-FructoOligoSaccharides

-Enhances Calcium Absorption

-Promotes Prebiotic Bacteria Growth

-With Beneo

-Vegan

Inulin and FructoOligoSaccharides (FOS) are soluble prebiotic fibers that promote gut and overall health through their fermentation by gut flora. This helps to maintain proper pH in the gut, discourage the growth of unfriendly bacteria, reduce the absorption of toxic ammonia and positively affect bone health by increasing the bio-availability of dietary calcium.

Suggested Use;

Mix 1 scoop into water, juice, protein drink mix, smoothie or other beverages. Take 1 to 2 times per day or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

Other Ingredients;

No wheat, no gluten, no soybeans, no dairy, no egg, no fish/shelfish, no peanuts/tree nuts.

Dietary Supplement suitable for vegetarians / vegans. Not suitable for children.

Everyone jumps on the health wagon at some stage, and so you will be familiar with the trending term ‘superfoods’. So-called for their rich nutritional properties, superfoods can provide adequate amounts of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in just one portion. At present, there seems to be a renaissance of smoothie creations thanks to the Nutribullet, so there’s no better time to remind you what’s available.

Chia seeds – these tiny, black seeds were traditionally used as a source of energy. They are related to the mint family and are rich in fibre, protein, fatty acids and antioxidants.

Goji berries – said to be one of the most nutritionally-dense fruits on earth. These little red berries help boost immunity with their vitamin C content, as well as providing iron and beta carotene.

Flax seeds – also known as linseeds, they are rich in fibre, omega 3 essential fats and lignans. These popular seeds are best crushed although they are used to aid constipation if soaked in water and consumed. Do drink sufficient water when taking flax seeds.

Raw cacoa – derived from cold-pressed, unroasted cocoa beans, this method is what retains the living enzymes which makes it beneficial to health. As an antioxidant, it protects against free radicals and boosts mood by increasing neurotransmitters. Like eating chocolate, only better.

Incorporating superfoods into your diet is easy, and with Nutribullets or grinders, extracting the nutritious goodness is easy. Crushing or blending seeds and nuts makes the nutrients more accessible to the body’s cells. Superfoods can increase energy levels, improve cognitive function, strengthen the cardiovascular system and improve skin appearance. Incorporate superfoods into your health regime today.

Lemon Myrtle is an indiginous plant to Australia and has a scent that has been described as ‘more lemony than lemons’! Citral is the aroma compound found across a range of lemon-scented plants, including lemons. Lemon Myrtle has a citral rating of between 90-98%, compared to that of lemons, which rates between 2-5%.

Lemon Myrtle oil is used in an oil burner to release an invigorating and revitalising lemony scent which boasts wonderful mood-lifting effects. As well as that, it helps clears the air of the most stagnant of rooms, leaving a light and refreshing presence.

Citral is valued for its strong anti-microbial properties and is more highly regarded than Tea Tree oil. For this reason, it can be useful during times of colds, flu’s and chest congestion. People with Molluscum Contagiosum have found it very beneficial.

Its active ingredients are found in soaps, body care products, surface sprays, air fresheners and cleaners. If you are looking for a natural, chemical-free cleaner, citral oil is ideal. It can even be used in vacuum cloth bags and added to car screen washes.

As is the case with most essential oils, please dilute with a carrier oil if applying topically to the skin.

Juicing is getting ever more popular these days, and no wonder! The practice of juicing regularly helps to rid the body of toxins, boosts immunity, aids digestion, increases energy and promotes weight loss when combined with exercise and a balanced diet.

Better yet, drinking freshly juiced fruits and vegetables helps to alkalize the body and, in doing so, can help to improve chronic conditions that thrive in an acidic body.

By juicing fresh fruit and vegetables, you can easily absorb all those beneficial enzymes, vitamins and minerals and powerful nutrients in their most concentrated form. Home juicing produces truly superior result to juices found on the supermarket shelves.

GreenValu Juicer €199.95

GreenValu juicer is a masticating juicer which has a high juice yield with auto pulp ejection for continuous juicing. Masticating juicers are said to be better than centrifugal juicers because they work at a slower speed and are more efficient, particularly with leafy green vegetables. Regular high speed centrifugal juicers produce some heat which some say might have a detrimental effect on the all important enzymes being juiced. Easy to use and easier to clean – being healthier has never been so straight forward. GreenValu also run healthy workshops throughout Dublin for interested groups or beginners.

A recipe to get you started:

Green for go!

• 1/2 cup fresh parsley
• 3 cups spinach
• 1/2 lemon, peeled
• 2 medium pears, cut into eighths
• 6 large stalks celery, trimmed

Sustainable living attempts to reduce the use of the Earth’s natural resources. Reducing the carbon footprint, be it through transportation, energy consumption or diet, all help nurture the respect for the environment.

Holistic health looks at the matrix of the mind, body and spirit, and within this spectrum lies an earthly connection to nature and community. Sustainable living can be encouraged through many admirable decisions. However, bringing it closer to home, we will look at championing local food sources and businesses.

Adapting to a more seasonal and regional diet is seen as more sustainable, and local food is generally fresher, unprocessed and therefore more nutritious, thus benefiting overall health. Eating locally and as per the dictation of the seasons can enhance the flavour of the foods we eat, as well as feeling a connection to the food and eating something that is naturally available, similar to our ancestors. We were not brought up on a diet of olives as our Mediterranean counterparts were, and so keeping in line with local environments, there is something to be said about consuming foods that our heritage is used to.

Nature, as we know, can offer health benefits in many forms, and supporting home-grown or natural movements will undoubtedly contribute to your own personal journey through health and mindfulness.

Buying local also ensures the sustainability of local areas. By strengthening the local economy, it helps keep a neighbourhood unique, creates more jobs, encourages local prosperity and invests in community cohesiveness.

Entrepreneurship fuels the economy and local-based businesses preserves local character. Endorse independent retailers and recognise the deeper contribution they are making to society.  Supporting such initiatives increases not only awareness but public responsibility that shopping decisions can stimulate growth and prosperity in particular areas. Enhancing local businesses can have a knock-on effect on everyone involved, building relationships between producers, distributors, retailers and consumers, for the benefit of localism and the end user.

As a company, we support many independent artisan producers and ethical suppliers. It is important to encourage small businesses, and within the health sector, there are many valuable and worthwhile products that have been carefully crafted or lovingly produced. Please do drop by and see what’s on offer.