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- Foods Alive - Organic Raw Roasted Carob Powder - 8 oz. (227g) Foods Alive Organic Raw Roasted Carob Powder is more sweet than raw carob powder. Carob tree cultivation dates back to historic times. An evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean, it is part of the legume family. The tree produces an edible seeded fruit pod that the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans are said to have eaten raw for natural sweetness. The carob pods are ground into a powdered form and used as a popular chocolate substitute. Rich in B vitamins and minerals, it has only one-third the calories of cacao, and it is virtually fat-free. Carob is also free from the stimulants caffeine and theobromine found in cacao. Benefits Carob contains a wealth of minerals like copper, manganese, potassium, magnesium, and selenium. It is especially rich in calcium and iron and contains essential nutrients like vitamins A, B2, B3, B6 and D. Carob flour is an excellent source of natural dietary fiber, with two grams of fiber per tablespoon of flour and contains pectin, a beneficial fiber that aids the elimination of toxins. In traditional medicine, carob was often used to treat diarrhea. It can still be used as a natural remedy for this purpose, with a dosage of 15 grams per day for children and at least 20 grams per day for adults. Because of its pleasant taste, most children will take carob readily when mixed in warm cereal or applesauce. About Foods Alive Foods Alive is a family owned and operated business that cares more about the quality of food and the effects of producing it on the planet than profiting for ones self. They sprouted to life in 2002 when the first seeds were sown by Ellen and Michael Moor, their son Matt and his wife Tammy. How it all Began Ellen and Michael first encountered flax crackers while enjoying a raw food buffet at Creative Health Institute in Hodunk, Michigan. Michael fell in love with the raw cracker and this inspired Ellen to recreate it in her own kitchen. She began making flax crackers for her family and they loved them also! As Ellen continued making flax crackers, she let her creativity shine with new combinations of flavors. These raw crackers became such a hit with the family that they all agreed they must be shared with the world! So in the middle of 2002, Ellen, Michael, Matt and Tammy launched Foods Alive and introduced the first Certified Organic Raw Golden Flax Crackers in 4 awesome flavors: Original, Maple & Cinnamon, Italian Zest and Mexican Harvest. By using only the finest certified organic, vegan, kosher and gluten free ingredients, they created a simple healthy raw whole food that everyone could enjoy. They started offering their flax crackers to retailers and it did not take long for their delicious and healthy living food snacks to start flying off the shelves of health food stores around the country! Today, Foods Alive offers their unique Raw Golden Flax Crackers in several wonderful flavors, produces a variety of raw Flax and Hemp based Gourmet Oils and Super Dressings, and an extensive line of organic raw Super Foods (chia seeds, maca powder, goji berries, etc...) to provide health conscious consumers with a more diverse nutritional experience. A little more in detail.... Foods Alive sprouted to life in 2002. The seeds were sown by Ellen and Michael Moor, their son Matt and his wife Tammy. How they found the path to healthier foods takes different routes, but have equally great endings. Here is how it all began... In 2002, Ellen and Michael visited the Creative Health Institute in Hodunk, Michigan. They were in search of answers to complex health questions, but what they found were simple answers and an amazing place. The Wheatgrass Place as its referred to by those who stay, is a natural health learning center that provides a natural program of body purification, nutrition and rejuvenation through the use of fresh organic raw fruits, vegetables, juices, nuts, and seeds. Every Sunday the Wheatgrass Place has a fr
- UPC # 891551000546
- Size/Form 8 oz.
Suggested Use: Carob can be substituted for cocoa powder in any recipes. Instead of coffee for your morning pick-me-up, add this delicious powder into your next tea, smoothie, nut milk, juice, or dessert. Carob lowers the glycemic index of foods it is mixed into, making it easy to create delicious and healthy shakes, cakes, truffles, fudge, and more. INGREDIENTS Foods Alive - Organic Raw Roasted Carob Powder - 8 oz. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 2 Tbsp (14g) Servings Per Container: 16 Amount Per Serving %DV Calories 35 Calories From Fat 0 Total Fat <1g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0g 0% Sodium 0mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 11g 3% Dietary Fiber 4g 18% Sugars 7g Protein 1g Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 6% Iron 2% *Daily Value Not Established. †Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your diet values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Other Ingredients: Organic Roasted Carob Powder
