INGREDIENTS

Almonds

• Improves brain health, strengthens the immune system, helps prevent diabetes & cancer
• Aids in regulating cholesterol levels, blood pressure & may prevent heart disease
• Improves complexion, bones & teeth health
• Rich in manganese, copper & riboflavin that boosts metabolism
• Rich in fiber which prevents constipation & assists in weight loss

Brazil Nuts

• Rich in polyphenol ellagic acid & antioxidants that improve cognitive function
• Rich in selenium which can improve thyroid activity, reduced cancer risk, enhanced immunity, & improved moods
• Contains high levels of monounsaturated fats which assist in weight management, reduces inflammation & heart disease prevention

Cashews

• Low calorie, high protein & low in carbohydrates, helping to prevent or manage diabetes
• Rich in magnesium & stearic acids that lowers cholesterol & helps prevent heart disease
• Rich in copper that aides in elimination of free radicals & blood disease
• Contains a powerful antioxidant pigment, Zea Xanthin, that is readily absorbed by the retina, adding a protective layer to prevent harmful UV rays
• Rich in calcium & lowers risk of gallstones

Oats

• Incredible nutrient-dense food packed with vitamins, minerals & antioxidants
• Has a unique group of antioxidants (avenanthramides), almost solely found in oats, believed to lower blood pressure & create better blood flow
• Higher in protein than most other grains
• Lots of vitamins & minerals, including manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, folate, vitamins B1 & B5
• May lower risk of heart disease by reducing LDL cholesterol while protecting LDL cholesterol from oxidation.
• Improves insulin sensitivity & helps lower blood sugar levels

Chia Seeds

• Oils found in this tiny seed are the secret to its health benefits
• Helps in reducing the risk of gallstones
• Contains a higher content of omega 3 fatty acids of any plant food which helps to fight inflammation in the body, reducing the chance for heart disease, Alzheimer’s & depression.
• Rich in copper which aides in elimination of free radicals & blood disease
• Contains Vitamin B Complex & Biotin, shown to be beneficial in treating MS & diabetes
• Rich in antioxidants, especially resveratrol, that may decrease risk of heart attacks & strokes

Coconut Chips

• Stimulates metabolism, improves digestion & reduces risk of heart disease
• Fatty acids are converted into ketones that provide brain heath & lessen effects of Alzheimer’s
• High in potassium which assists electrolytes in keeping the body hydrated
• Protects against heart disease & fortifies skin & hair cells

Crystalized Ginger

• can reduce inflammation and relieve the pain associated with it
• Reduces symptoms associated with motion sickness, including nausea, dizziness & vomiting
• Has the ability to activate the body’s group of white blood cells that destroy tumor cells and viruses
• Helps body cells produce energy & assist in boosting immunity
• Used to assist with insomnia & anxiety

Dark Chocolate

• Consumed in moderation, it is highly nutritious, loaded with minerals, antioxidants & soluble fiber
• Has an abundance & wide variety of antioxidants, much higher than blueberries & acai berries
• May help with insomnia, prevent heart disease & lower the risk of stroke
• Improve cognition, prevent memory loss & boost one’s mood
• Can improve blood sugar levels & reduce the risk of Diabetes

Sunflower Oil

• Contains phytochemicals, choline & phenolic acid for heart health
• Rich in vitamin A & E to help promote skin health
• Loaded with omega 6 fats & mono & polyunsaturated fats that boosts energy
• Rich in gamma alpha linolenic acid (GLA), used to prevent hair loss
• Lowers cholesterol
• Rich in antioxidants that strengthens the immune system & cell membrane barriers, making it hard for bacteria & viruses to enter the body & increases the body’s defense against infection
• Has protein that help build & repair tissues & enzymes for healthy mind & body
• Presence of iron, copper & zinc improves body immunity
• 7 amino acids impact serotonin activity for mental well-being

Pecans

• Contains the highest, healthy fat content of any nut
• Rich in oleic acid that improves immune system functions
• Rich in vitamin E which may reduce risk of age-related macular degeneration, fatty liver diseases, cataracts, type 2 diabetes & some types of cancer
• Rich in protein & thiamin which improves brain health & metabolism

Quinoa

• Contains high amounts of flavonoids with anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-cancer & anti-depressant effects
• Excellent protein source compared to most plant foods, containing all 9 amino acids
• Has a very low glycemic index of 53
• Very high in minerals
• Improve metabolic health, by reducing blood sugar, insulin & triglyceride levels

Pumpkin Seeds

• Rich in the important mineral, zinc, which aides physiological well-being
• Rich in magnesium & provides cardiovascular health & increased metabolism
• High in omega 3 fatty acids which decrease risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol & coronary artery disease
• Contains amino & tryptophan, which promotes sleep
• Excellent source of phytoestrogens that support increased levels of HDL cholesterol, decreased blood pressure, & may improve postmenopausal health

Raisins

• Loaded with antioxidants (polyphenols), that fight free radicals in the body & protect against cognitive disorders
• Great source of fiber & iron, important to a vegetarian diet

Sesame Seeds

• Good source of healthy fats, protein, B vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants
• Has beneficial plant compounds packed with Vitamin B complexes including thiamine, niacin, folic acid, pyridoxine & riboflavin
• Promotes healthy skin & hair.
• May aid blood sugar control, combat arthritis pain & lower cholesterol
• Contains good amount of calcium & zinc & regular consumption helps prevent osteoporosis
• Is low in carbohydrates, high protein & healthy fats content which can benefit diabetics
• Known to keep blood pressure levels & hypertension in check
• Contains elevated amounts of fiber, iron, calcium, magnesium & phosphorus to boost energy
• Rich in copper, magnesium & calcium that aids in pain & allergy relief
• High in selenium, copper & zinc that is beneficial to the thyroid

Sunflower Seeds

• Contains phytochemicals, choline & phenolic acid for heart health
• Rich in vitamin A & E to help promote skin health
• Loaded with omega 6 fats & mono & polyunsaturated fats that boosts energy
• Rich in gamma alpha linolenic acid (GLA), used to prevent hair loss
• Lowers cholesterol
• Rich in antioxidants that strengthens the immune system & cell membrane barriers, making it hard for bacteria & viruses to enter the body & increases the body’s defense against infection
• Has protein that help build & repair tissues & enzymes for healthy mind & body
• Presence of iron, copper & zinc improves body immunity
• 7 amino acids impact serotonin activity for mental well-being

Cranberries

• Contains the highest levels of antioxidants of any fruit
• Is a preventive natural source to fight urinary tract infections
• Antioxidant (polyphenols) may reduce the risk of heart disease
•  High in anthocyanins, shown to have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory effects

Maple Syrup

Vermont is America’s leading maple syrup producer ~ more than any other state in the US at over 2 million gallons of syrup every year. Back Roads uses around 40,000lbs of maple syrup, annually. That’s more than 100lbs every day!

• More nutritious & lower in calories than all other common sweeteners
• Abundant in minerals calcium, manganese, riboflavin, thiamin, potassium, copper & magnesium.
• Natural source of antioxidants, shown to help prevent cancer, support the immune system, lower blood pressure & slow the effects of aging
• Contains numerous phenolic compounds, commonly found in blueberries, tea & flax-seed.