Alfalfa Seeds - Whole food

Latin name: Medicago sativa

Alfalfa seeds can be used in food preparation, and to top salads and soups. They can also be sprouted and used to make a tea. The health benefits of Alfalfa are numerous.

Alfalfa seeds are detoxifying and purifying to the blood, they are thought to reduce the build up of cholesterol and promote a healthy heart. Drinking Alfalfa tea is known to stimulate the digestion and appetite, so is excellent for those who are convalescing.

Alfalfa seed Preparations: Organic Alfalfa seeds
Alfalfa seed Traditional recommended daily amount:
A daily serving of 33g
Contraindications of Alfalfa seed: None known

Chia Seeds / Salvia Hispanica

Chia seeds are a highly nutritious food source from Central America. Once the third most produced staple food there, Chia was condemned by the European invaders in the 1500s and was almost wiped out altogether.

Chia seeds contains a high level of oils rich in Omega 3, 6 & 9 as well as being high in anti oxidants which stops the high oil content from spoiling.

Chia comes from the Nahuatl language an means oily.

CONTRAINDICATIONS
None known

Gourmet Seed Mix Organic Whole food

Gourmet Organic Seed Mix

This omega rich seed mix is packed with minerals, vitamins, and fibre. Gourmet seed mix makes a delicious addition to salads, soups, and stir-frys, it also makes a nutritious snack. Omega oils are good for the brain, and have an anti-inflamatory effect on the body, and improve the condition of the hair, skin and nails.

Seeds can be an important part of a healthy diet.

Gourmet Seed Mix contains: Poppy Seeds, Sunflower seeds, Golden Linseeds, Sesame seeds, Brown Linseeds.

Hemp

Hemp can be taken on a daily basis for general well-being. It is a fantastic plant with a wide range of nutritional benefits. The seeds can be sprinkled on any foods and make a slightly nutty crunchy topping. They can also be blended with water to make a raw hemp milk, this is particually good for those who are lactose intolerant and looking for a good source of protein.

We stock both hulled (shell removed) and whole hemp seeds.

Hemp protein powder is a superfood that can be used by anyone looking for a high protein food source with the benefits of healthy omega oils (3, 6 & 9) and other goodies (click the more button below for a full nutritional profile).

And we also now sell Hemp leaf tea, a delicious and relaxing brew highly recommended for all.

New Hemp Stock
Hemp Leaf Herbal Tea
Hemp Protein Powder Organic

Linseed - Gold Linseeds - Brown Linseeds - Whole food

Latin name: Linum usitatissimum

Linseeds are an excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids (they are richer in Omega 3 than fish) Omega 3 is a basic nutritional element that so often goes missing in a modern diet. It contributes to a healthy heart, nervous system and brain. Linseed seeds are excellent for the digestive system, they can be mixed with muesli to promote a healthy bowel.

Linseed Preparations: Organic Brown Linseed
Organic Gold Linseed

Linseed Traditional recommended daily amount: Take 1 -2 tbsp of seeds with 1 -2 glasses of water to flush out the digestive system. Use 2 tsps of seeds in 1 cup of hot water, infuse for 10 minutes then drain and use for a sore throat.

Contraindications of Linseed: Do not give to young children.

Poppy Seeds - Organic Whole food

Latin name: Papaver somniferum

Poppy seeds taste distinctive and nutty, and are delicious when added to breads, cakes and salads. They are also nutritious, being a rich source of minerals, carbohydrate and fatty acids.

Poppy seed Preparations: Organic whole dried Poppy seeds

Poppy seed Traditional recommended daily amount: Single Portion serving 9g

Pumpkin Seeds - Organic Whole food

Latin name: Cucurbita pepo

Also known as Pepitas

Pumpkin seeds are rich in essential fatty acids and provide and excellent source of omega 3. They rich in minerals and B vitamins, they make a delicious healthy snack and are thought to be good for the urinary tract and for maintaining a healthy heart.

Pumpkin seed Preparations: Organic Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seed Traditional recommended daily amount: Anything from 60g to 130g are suggested as a daily dose. However they can be munched liberally as a super food snack.

Contraindications of Pumpkin seed : None known

Sesame Seeds - Organic Whole food

Latin name: Sesamum indicium

Sesame seeds are used widely in cakes, breads, deserts, and savouries. Traditionally used in middle eastern cookery as sesame paste and hummus, these seeds are distinctive and nutty to taste. Packed with nutrients, minerals, vitamins and omega oils these seeds are healthy and recommended as part of a daily diet.

Sesame Preparations: Organic Natural Sesame seeds

Sesame Traditional recommended daily amount: Daily serving of 144g.

Contraindications of sesame: None known, can cause an allergic reaction.

Sunflower Seeds - Organic Whole food

Latin name: Hellanthus annuus

Sunflower seeds from the beautiful sunflower plant are not only a delicious snack but they are also a nutritionally rich source of vitamins, minerals, protein, dietary fibre and healthy fats.

As well as adding to salads, muesli and trail mix, these wonderful seeds can also be sprouted, and they make particular delicious and chunky sprouts. Sunflower seed oil is also an excellent source of vitamin E, which is thought to imparts anti-oxident and anti-inflammatory qualities.

Sunflower seed Preparations: Organic Sunflower seeds
Organic Sunflower oil

Sunflower seed Traditional recommended daily amount: A handful of sunflower seeds or 46g is recommended as a daily intake, however they can be eaten liberally and included in salads, cakes, muesli and trail mixes.

Contraindications of Sunflower seed: None Known