Supplement Guide

Sassy Granny uses only the best organic supplements in her smoothies and juices.

(Read more and learn something useful for a change. – Sassy Granny)

Acai

The acai berry is an inch-long, reddish-purple fruit. It comes from the acai palm tree, which is native to Central and South America. Acai berries are touted as a superfood and are thought to be helpful for a variety of health concerns, including arthritis, weight loss, high cholesterol, erectile dysfunction, skin appearance, detoxification and general health.

Cacao

South American cultures have used raw cacao beans for thousands of years. Cacao is one of the best food sources of magnesium, an essential nutrient required by the body for maintaining muscle function and bone health. Cacao has been shown to decrease blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels, reports MayoClinic.com. Cacao contains flavanols, antioxidants found in plants that help the body resist damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are caused by environmental exposures like tobacco smoke and radiation and can damage healthy cells.

Bee Pollen

Often described as a “Super Food”, bee pollens are rich in proteins, free amino acids, and vitamins, including B-complex and folic acid. Bee pollen is considered an energy and nutritive tonic in Chinese medicine and is thought to have anti-cancer qualities.

Chia

It is thought to have been a staple in the diet of the ancient Aztecs. Chia seeds are also good sources of fiber, protein, calcium, magnesium, iron, antioxidants, and alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid. Chia seeds have been shown to decrease blood pressure and c-reactive protein (a sign of inflammation) in type 2 diabetics. Chia seeds may lower total, LDL, and triglyceride cholesterol, and raise good HDL cholesterol.

Raw Maca Powder

Maca is a plant found exclusively in Peru and has been cultivated there for more than 2,000 years. Maca powder is believed to hav many health benefits both for healthy people and for those living with various conditions, ailments and diseases. Maca Powder can boost energy levels and even enhance athletic performance.

Kelp

Another “superfood”. Because it absorbs the nutrients from its surrounding marine environment, kelp is rich in: vitamins, minerals, trace elements, enzymes. Kelp is especially concentrated in iodine, which is important for optimal thyroid function and metabolism.

Ceylon Cinnamon

The REAL cinnamon. It possesses outstanding health benefits especially for the diabetics and those challenged by obesity and high cholesterol issues. Ceylon Cinnamon is from Sri Lanka and sourced from the plant Cinnamomum Zeylanicum.

Whey Protein

Whey protein is used for improving athletic performance, as a food supplement, as an alternative to milk for people with lactose intolerance, for replacing or supplementing milk-based infant formulas, and for reversing weight loss and increasing glutathione (GSH) in people with HIV disease.

Moringa

Moringa is native to the sub-Himalayan areas of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Moringa is used for  anemia; arthritis and other joint pain ;asthma; cancer; constipation; diabetes; diarrhea; epilepsy; stomach pain; stomach and intestinal ulcers; intestinal spasms; headache; heart problems; high blood pressure;kidney stones; fluid retention; thyroid disorders; and bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections. Moringa is also used to reduce swelling, increase sex drive (as an aphrodisiac), preventpregnancy, boost the immune system, and increase breast milk production.

Hemp Seed

Hemp Seed is  egetarian source of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that help reduce inflammation, and  may reduce your risk of heart disease. They may also help lower cholesterol and blood pressure

Flax

Flaxseed is commonly used to improve digestive health or relieve constipation. Flaxseed may also help lower total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein “bad” cholesterol levels. Flaxseed’s health benefits come from the fact that it’s high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as phytochemicals called lignans.  

Ginger

Grown in tropical and subtropical climates. Studies have shown that ginger is most effective for relieving nausea due to motion sickness, nausea due to pregnancy, and inflammation due to arthritis. Some studies have also shown that ginger is an effective way to treat nausea caused by chemotherapy treatments

WheatGrass

Wheatgrass is a nutrient-rich type of young grass in the wheat family. Wheatgrass provides a concentrated amount of nutrients, including iron; calcium; magnesium; amino acids; chlorophyll; and vitamins A, C and E. Wheatgrass is thought to boost  immunity, kills harmful bacteria in your digestive system, and rids your body of waste. 

Immune Antioxidant Blend

Super Green (Alfalfa, Chlorella, Wheatgrass, Spirulina)