[Latin Name] Glycine max(L.) Mere

[Specification] 90%; 95%

[Appearance] White powder

[Melting point] 134-142℃

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤2.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is Phytosterol?]

Phytosterols are compounds found in plants that resemble cholesterol. The National Institutes of Heath report that there are over 200 different phytosterols, and the highest concentrations of phytosterols are found naturally in vegetable oils, beans and nuts. Their benefits are so recognized that foods are being fortified with phytosterols. At the supermarket, you may see orange juice or margarine advertising phytosterol contents. After reviewing the health benefits, you may want to add phytosterol-rich foods to your diet.

[Benefits]

Cholesterol-Lowering Benefits

The most well-known, and scientifically proven, benefit of phytosterols is their ability to help lower cholesterol. A phytosterol is a plant compound that is similar to cholesterol. A study in the 2002 issue of “Annual Review of Nutrition” explains that phytosterols actually compete for absorption with cholesterol in the digestive tract. While they prevent the absorption of regular dietary cholesterol, they themselves are not easily absorbed, which leads to a total lower cholesterol level. The cholesterol-lowering benefit does not end with a good number on your blood work report. Having lower cholesterol leads to other benefits, such as a reduced risk for heart disease, stroke and heart attacks.

Cancer Protection Benefits

Phytosterols have also been found to help protect against the development of cancer. The July 2009 issue of the” European Journal of Clinical Nutrition” offers encouraging news in the fight against cancer. Researchers at the University of Manitoba in Canada report that there is evidence that phytosterols help prevent ovarian, breast, stomach and lung cancer. Phytosterols do this by preventing the production of cancer cells, stopping the growth and spread of cells that are already in existence and actually encouraging the death of cancer cells. Their high anti-oxidant levels are believed to be one way phytosterols help fight cancer. An anti-oxidant is a compound that fights free radical damage, which is negative effects on the body produced by cells that are unhealthy.

Skin Protection Benefits

A lesser known benefit of phytosterols involves skin care. One of the contributing factors in the aging of the skin is the breakdown and loss of collagen — the main component in connective skin tissue — and sun exposure is a major contributor to the problem. As the body ages, it is not able to produce collagen as it once did. The German medical journal “Der Hautarzt” reports a study in which various topical preparations were tested on skin for 10 days. The topical treatment that showed anti-aging benefits to the skin was the one that contained phytosterols and other natural fats. It is reported that phytosterols not only stopped the slow-down of collagen production that can be caused by the sun, it actually encouraged new collagen production.

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We travel a lot, and at times being vegan in less developed countries than where we are from (Canada) we are challenged to be more creative with the food we have access to . However, we always make due with what we can find so this video is showcasing the way we ate while in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica.

When we are home in Toronto, we have many other things we like to eat, include, and cook with so that will come on the next “what I eat in a day…Canadian version” blog!

Mark and I have been vegan for over 5 years now and it was and continues to be the best decision we’ve ever made. Not only do we feel better, lighter, and more full of energy but we also live a lifestyle that we know contributes less to the endless suffering of innocent animals and to the destruction of our planet.

Below are the recipes to the dishes you saw us create in this video.

Breakfast:

Hot Oatmeal ♥ Serves: 1-2

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Quick Rolled Oats
(raw NOT pre packaged with additives & sugar)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp Hemp Seeds
- 1 tsp Chia Seeds
- 1 tsp Raw Brown Sugar
- Fresh fruit of your choice
( bananas, berries, papaya, mango, peach etc.)

Directions:
1. Soak oatmeal in boiling water for 2-4 min.
2. Add hemp seeds, chia seeds, brown sugar, and coconut oil.
3. Stir well, top with fresh fruit.

Enjoy!

Guacamole Toast ♥ Serves: 1-2

Ingredients:

- 2 slices Sprouted Whole Grain Bread
- 1 Avocado
- 2-3 tbsp Almond Milk ( can be soy, hemp, rice, or coconut milk)
- 1 Tomato (chopped)
- 1 tsp Lime Juice ( freshly squeezed lime)
- dash of cayenne pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp Balsamic Vinegar

Directions:
1. Peel avocado, add almond milk and blend with a fork until it becomes a mixture.
2. Add cayenne pepper and lime juice. Stir well.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes and stir.
4. Spread the guacamole on bread and add a small touch of balsamic vinegar.

Enjoy!

Snacks ♥

We love snacking on many different healthy foods. Some of our favourite are:

- Hummus and rice crackers/raw veggies
- Fresh Fruit
- Many different fruit smoothies
- Raw nuts and dried fruits
(raisins, apples, cranberries, apricots, dates)
- Rice and whole grain crackers
- Protein Shakes

The Rise and Grind Shake ♥
Serves: 1-2

Ingredients:
- 2 cups Ice
- 2 Bananas
-1 cup Almond Milk (Unsweetened) or other plant based milk of choice
- 1 tbsp Almond Butter
- 1/2 cup Coffee (or espresso shot)
- 1 scoop Vanilla/Chocolate VegaOne Protein Powder

Directions:
Blend all ingredients in a blender and enjoy!

Lunch:

Veggie Fajitas/ Taco ♥ Serves: 2-4

Ingredients:
- 1 tsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 cup Organic Medium-Mild Salsa
- 1 cup Texturized Vegetable Protein (TVP)
- 2-4 Whole Wheat Tortilla Wraps
- 1 small Zucchini
-1/2 Tomato
- 4-5 Mushrooms
- 1/2 Onion (small)
- 1/2 Pepper (any colour)
- 1/2 Brown Rice (if making a lettuce wrap)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Taco Spice
- 1 Avocado
- 2 tbsp Refried Beans

Directions:
1. Soak TVP in hot water for 2-3 min
2. On medium heat, stir-fry the all veggies except onions, avocado and garlic with olive oil.
3. In a separate pan, fry onions and garlic. Add the TVP and mix well for 1- 2 min.
4. Add salsa and spices to the TVP Mixture.
5. Slice avocados and pour the veggie and TVP mixture over a whole wheat tortilla wrap with refried beans.

* If using a lettuce leaf add some brown rice to the mixture, roll it up and enjoy your veggie burrito!

Dinner

Black Bean Brown Rice Veggie Bowl ♥ Serves: 2-4

Ingredients:
- 1 cup Brown Rice (cooked)
* also can be quinoa or couscous
- Black Beans (fresh is better but if short on time canned is a good option)
- 1 handful Green Beans
- 1/2 cup Corn
- 1/2 Onion
- 1/2 Zucchini
- 1/2 Avocado
- 2 Handfulls Spinach
- 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Basil
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Directions:
1. Cook the brown rice in a pot or rice cooker.
2. Stir fry all veggies, beans and spice ( except avocado) adding spinach at the very end.
3. Serve over bed of brown rice and garnish with slices of avocado.

Enjoy!

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