This raw broccoli salad makes a nice change from your standard slaw with the addition of the apple giving it a hint of sweetness. Broccoli works just fine but use broccolini if you want to be posh The Macadamia Oil gives a delicate nutty flavour with a zing from the lemon. Many of the vitamins […]
Benefits of Kelp Noodles Kelp Noodles are a great way to reduce your carbohydrate intake while providing unique nutritional benefits due to their rich mineral content, in particular iodine, a mineral critical in the functioning of the thyroid. Incorporating sea vegetables like Kelp Noodles into a meal is an enjoyable way of meeting the requirement […]
Whole books have been written on the many health benefits of Organic Coconut Oil. Coconut Oil is unique in that the fat is predominantly composed of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs). MCFAs are found naturally in human breast milk. It is these fats which make Coconut Oil such a powerful addition to our diet. Consuming Coconut […]
With one of the highest protein contents of plant based foods and containing all the essential amino acids, the benefits of Quinoa are especially helpful to those on a plant based diet. It is high in magnesium and iron and a good source of calcium and potassium. It is naturally gluten free. Sprouting can enhance […]
If you’re wanting an alternative to highly refined sugars that have something more to offer nutritionally than just empty calories, then check out our range of natural sweeteners. We’ve put together a guide to help you find the right natural sweetener for you, whether it be raw, Vegan, low fructose or low calorie.
Coconut Flour is unique to bake with, the most significant difference to other flours is its incredible absorbency. For this reason you can’t just substitute Coconut Flour with wheat flour. It takes many more eggs and other liquids to make up a recipe using Coconut Flour. Unless you already have prior experience cooking with coconut […]
Your Paleo Diet Food List begins with fresh unprocessed foods such as meat, fish, eggs and lots of vegetables and fruit. The following paleo diet guide will help you find additional paleo friendly foods to accompany your meals, cook with, and flavour your paleo meals. At Food Compass we have already sorted through the products […]
] 1.Drink a diluted tonic of Apple Cider Vinegar prior to eating to increase mineral absorption and decrease insulin and glucose spikes. Mix 1-2 Tablespoons with water or juice. 2.Use as a salad dressing to boost nutritional benefits from your greens. 3,Use as a hair rinse by mixing 1 part Apple Cider Vinegar to 1 […]
Buckwheat is an excellent gluten free option for many grain dishes. Ground into a flour for use in breads, pancakes and other baking or whole as a cereal or rice substitute. Toasted Buckwheat is referred to as Kasha and not suitable for those on a raw food diet. Buckwheat is also used to make gluten […]
Chia Seeds are extremely versatile. Unlike Flax Seeds they don’t need to be ground before use. They can be sprinkled on salads and yogurt or cereal, added to smoothies or baking. If you soak them in liquid they become gel like, great for making puddings or thickening gravy. You can use them as an egg […]
