What is a SuperFood?

A SuperFood is a food that is naturally concentrated to provide all the nutritional elements necessary for optimal health. Many of these foods are found in the first link of the food chain, i.e., the plankton which is made purely from sunlight and water, and grasses which are made from soil and sunlight. Since they are so nutrient dense, very little is required to achieve significant nutritional benefit.

These SuperFoods also contain phytochemicals that scientists believe helps protect the body and promotes cellular wellness. The planktons, Spirulina, and Chlorella are rich in pigments that science has identified as having powerful antioxidant properties. You can find these important nutrients in LifeSource SuperSprouts.

SuperFoods are:

• Naturally concentrated foods
• A source of antioxidants
• A rich source of nutrients

What is LifeSource SuperSprouts?

LifeSource SuperSprouts is created from 100% organic sprouts and the highest quality SuperFoods. These grains are in a SuperFood base of soft cell Chlorella, Organic Spirulina, Wildcrafted Hydrilla, Organic Barley Juice Concentrate 40:1, Phasophyta green kelp, Rhodophyta Red kelp, Monatomic mineral complex, and Stevia.

The organic sprout complex consists of Amaranth, Spelt, Broccoli, and Millet. Broccoli sprouts are the richest source of sulphoraphane, a natural chemical researched at John Hopkins University for its ability to promote normal cellular functions. “Three day old broccoli sprouts consistently contain 20 to 50 times the protective compounds as found in mature broccoli, and may offer a simple dietary means of reducing health risks.” Paul Talalay, MD., JJ Abel Distinguished Service Professor, John Hopkins University.

These sprouts are freeze dried so that their temperature sensitive constituents are maintained to the highest possible degree. They also provide easily assimilated organic vitamins, minerals, and enzymes.

LifeSource SuperSprouts can help:

• Increase energy levels
• Improve mental clarity and alertness
• Increase stamina and focus in rugged competition
• Reduce recovery time from physical activity

Sprouted Foods for Enhanced Nutritional Value

The increase in protein availability when foods are sprouted is a valuable indicator of the enhanced nutritional value. The simultaneous reduction in carbohydrate content indicates that many carbohydrate molecules are broken down during sprouting to allow absorption of atmospheric nitrogen and reforming into amino-acids. The resultant protein is the most easily digestible of all proteins available in foods.

Sprouts have several other benefits. They supply food in a predigested form; that is, the food which has already been acted upon by the enzymes and made to digest easily. During sprouting much of the starch is broken down into simple sugars, such as glucose and sucrose by the action of the enzyme amylase. Proteins are converted into amino acids and amides. Fats and oils are converted into more simple fatty acids by the action of the enzyme lipase.

Sprouted foods can:

• Be energizing
• Help with constipation
• Help eliminate bad breath
• Help heal wounds
• Act as antioxidants
• Provide a high source of vegetable protein
• Provide a vegetarian source of vitamin B12

SuperFoods to Assist Detoxification

One of the great benefits we can get from superfoods is detoxification.  Detoxification is a process in which potentially harmful compounds are excreted.  The lungs, skin, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract are all responsible for this detox process, while the liver is considered to be the major organ of detoxification. 

Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants and algae that is said to be a good detoxifier.    Historically, chlorophyll has been used to help improve many different conditions and symptoms.  For example, constipation, bad breath, and skin problems, just to name a few.  Chlorophyll also has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties. ^1,2 

According to the PDR for Nutritional Supplements, “some experimental data suggests that chlorophyll may have some antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic potential, may help protect against some toxins, and may ameliorate some drug side effects.”³

Dietary sources of chlorophyll include: 

• LifeSource SuperSprouts
• Dark green leafy vegetables
• Wheat grass
• Barley grass
• Spirulina
• Chlorella
• Algae

Those who do not consume a variety of green foods in plentiful quantities may lack chlorophyll in their diets.  Therefore, taking a high quality sprouted grain and green food supplement that contains chlorophyll, such as LifeSource SuperSprouts can help you get this important nutrient, as well as others, into your diet or cleansing program.
 

Who Can Benefit from LifeSource SuperSprouts?

LifeSource SuperSprouts can be used to supplement diets that do not provide enough green foods. It can also be used by those who would like to improve their lives and performance through high quality nutrition and appropriate exercise.

Other Uses of LifeSource SuperSprouts

• Add to Almased Diet Protein shakes
• Add to smoothies for an added boost of nutrients and energy

Caution: The spelt in LifeSource SuperSprouts contains gluten. People sensitive to gluten should avoid consuming LifeSource SuperSprouts or at least use extreme caution. LifeSource SuperSprouts contains a total of <.5ppm, which classifies LifeSource SuperSprouts as gluten restricted, not gluten-free.

References

1. Rudolph C. The therapeutic value of chlorophyll. Clin Med Surg 1930:37;119-21.
2. Chernomorsky SA, Segelman AB. Biological activities of chlorophyll derivatives. N J Med 1988:85; 669-73.
3. Thomson, PDR for Nutritional Supplements. New Jersey: Thomson PDR 2002; 89

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