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The Snack Bundle

The Snack Bundle

Stock up your cupboards with the ultimate low-calorie snack bundle taking the superfoods and delicious flavours you love from Foodhak and putting them all in one convenient place. From our ashwagandha granola and cookies to our omega-3 and fibre-rich crackers to our signature Pophaks, there's sure to be a delicious healthy snack for everyone in this bundle. Will you reach for the cookies or crackers first?

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Seeded Omega and Millet Crackers

Seeded Omega and Millet Crackers

Crisp savoury superfood crackers made from chia, sunflower and pumpkin seeds. Seasoned with oregano and high in omega-3s, these crackers are the ultimate fibre-rich low-calorie snack.

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Ashwagandha Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ashwagandha Chocolate Chip Cookies

Packed with benefits for the body and brain, this classic chocolate chip cookie gets a healthy twist thanks to the Ayurvedic herb, ashwagandha. These soft and sweet cookies are vegan, free from refined sugar, high in fibre and low GI. Made with chia seeds, dark chocolate chips and millet flour, these low-calorie healthy cookies are wholesome and nutritious.

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Ashwagandha and Cocoa Granola

Ashwagandha and Cocoa Granola

Start your day on a high with our signature Ashwagandha and Cocoa Granola. Packed with coconut chips, a variety of seeds, and the Ayurvedic herb ashwagandha, this granola is vegan, high in fibre and aids with digestion. Expertly crafted and ready to ship straight to your door, this breakfast will keep you going all day.

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Turmeric Latte Blend

Turmeric Latte Blend

Our sweet and silky Turmeric Latte Blend isn't just the perfect cosy drink, it's also the ultimate hormone balancer due to an array of active superfoods including turmeric, ashwagandha, ginger and jaggery. This low-calorie latte blend contains manganese for a metabolic boost and the promotion of healthy connective tissue.

Simply add 1 teaspoon to warm plant-based milk, stir and unwind.

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Chillimon Ginseng Pophaks

Chillimon Ginseng Pophaks

Spicy and warm, our Chillimon Ginseng Pophaks add some heat to your healthy snack roster. Made from popped lotus seeds and flavoured with a hint of paprika and chilli, these low-calorie vegan snacks are low in saturated fats. Pophaks are the perfect alternative to crisps or popcorn, but far healthier with added superfoods and wholesome ingredients.

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Salted Ashwagandha Pophaks

Salted Ashwagandha Pophaks

Our Salted Ashwagandha Pophaks taste like salt and vinegar but are healthy, light and loaded with superfoods. Made from popped lotus seeds and flavoured with salt, olive oil and the Ayurvedic herb ashwagandha, these low-calorie vegan snacks are low in saturated fats. Pophaks are the perfect alternative to your favourite crisps or popcorn, but far healthier with added superfoods and wholesome ingredients.

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Minty Moringa Pophaks

Minty Moringa Pophaks

Light and fresh, our Minty Moringa Pophaks are the perfect healthy snack for anyone who likes something a bit different. Made from popped lotus seeds and flavoured with dried mint and moringa powder, these low-calorie vegan snacks are low in saturated fats. Pophaks are the perfect alternative to crisps or popcorn, but far healthier with added superfoods and wholesome ingredients.

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Homemade Granola

Homemade Granola

Sweet, crunchy and healthy - our delicious Homemade Granola is packed with fibre and sweetened with maple syrup. We’ve used gluten-free oats, delicious dried apricots and chia seeds to make sure this breakfast meal gets your day off to the best start.

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Pumpkin Spice Granola

Pumpkin Spice Granola

We've taken everyone's favourite autumnal drink and created a healthy, low-in-sugar Pumpkin Spice Granola. Made with gluten-free oats and maple syrup - packed with antioxidants. No unnecessary sugar, just big flavour that'll have you thinking about crunchy falling leaves and long cosy nights. Plus, it's rich in vitamins and minerals too!

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The Breakfast Bundle

The Breakfast Bundle

Start your day on a high with not one, not two but THREE granolas! Why choose between something spicy, chocolatey or fruity when you can enjoy all three instead? Featuring the whole granola family, all free from preservatives, wheat free and sources of fibre! 

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Beetroot Protein Crackers

Beetroot Protein Crackers

Slightly sweet and full of protein, our beetroot crackers are the perfect addition to your life. Slip them in your bag ready to pull out and enjoy when you're busy on the go, or sit back and relax to savour every last bite.

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Ashwagandha Choc Chip Cookies to fight Arthritis

6 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Fight Arthritis

 Any regenerative, reparative, or antimicrobial response that the body produces is fundamentally based on inflammation. From traumatic injuries like cuts, bruises, and fractured bones to infections and cancer; inflammation forms the primary response of our body. In the last two decades, we have made significant progress in understanding the function of inflammation. Although inflammation is typically a protective response, if left untreated for a long time, it can also lead to harmful changes.

A large number of diseases are associated with inflammation. Chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, asthma, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), periodontitis, retinopathy, and hepatitis are all found to have a link with inflammation. Several factors affect inflammation, including social and physical surroundings, physical activity, diet, chronic infections, mental stress, and environmental toxins. 

In this article, we will explore how some anti-inflammatory superfoods can help with arthritis.

Berries:

All berries have anti-inflammatory properties. Anti-inflammatory properties can be found in strawberries, blackberries, cranberries, blueberries, blackcurrants, bilberries, black raspberries, wolfberries, sea buckthorn berries, and chokeberries. Berries are rich in polyphenols, especially anthocyanins. The anthocyanin obtained from berry extracts has shown specific anti-inflammatory effects in various studies. Additionally, berries are known to have antioxidant properties that help reduce oxidative stress. Berries are not only good for arthritis but also help fight against hypertension, myocardial infarction, diabetes , cancer, and other inflammatory diseases.

Walnuts:

Nuts, in general, are rich sources of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. They include peanuts, almonds, pistachios, hazelnuts, and walnuts. Walnuts contain rich amounts of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is a type of omega-3 fatty acid possessing potent anti-inflammatory properties. Regular consumption of walnuts can lead to a significant reduction in inflammatory biomarkers. The consumption of walnuts has also shown beneficial effects on cardiovascular health and atherosclerosis.

Some popular food items with nuts and seeds that you must try: Apricot and Olive Tagine, Seeded Omega and Millet Crackers, and Ashwagandha Choc Chip Cookies.

Fish:

Fish in general are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Most of the fish contain eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Both EPA and DHA can be readily used by the body. They are converted into resolvins and protectins, which are natural anti-inflammatory agents. Plants contain omega-3 acids called alpha-linolenic acids, which must be converted to EPA and DHA within the body to be absorbed. Herring, salmon, mackerel, sardines, anchovies, and tuna are some of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids. These are widely called "fatty fish." Needless to say, these omega-3 fatty acid-rich fish are great for reducing inflammation. This makes them the ideal option for treating conditions like arthritis and other conditions linked to chronic inflammation. 

Red pepper:

Peppers of all varieties have high anti-inflammatory properties. Red pepper has the highest anti-inflammatory properties among all varieties. The active ingredients of red pepper are flavonoids like beta-carotene, quercetin, and luteolin. Beta-carotene is associated with a decreased risk of cancer and inflammatory diseases like asthma and rheumatoid arthritis. Luteolin is an antioxidant that reduces oxidative stress and inflammation. Quercetin has a mast cell stabilizing effect that helps with allergies.

The best dish with red pepper that you must try: Zesty Vegan Paella

Extra virgin olive oil:

The Mediterranean dietary pattern is considered the model of a healthy diet. Olive oil plays an important role in the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet. It possesses potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. It contains abundant amounts of phenolic compounds that are responsible for these benefits. These phenolic compounds are distributed throughout the body, and they even cross the blood-brain barrier. They also have insulin-sensitizing, cardioprotective, antiatherogenic, neuroprotective, immunomodulatory, and anticancer activities. It is important to note that the concentration of beneficial polyphenols may vary based on several aspects, such as cultivation practices, altitude, and irrigation. The process of extracting the oil also greatly affects its quality. Water usage, heating, extraction systems, storage, and spontaneous oxidation all have a significant impact on oil quality. Olive oil has been recognized as beneficial by both the American Food and Drug Administration and the European Food Safety Authority.

Some popular food items with olive oil that you must try: Italian Vegetable Pomodoro, Mushroom Stroganoff, and Healing Cantonese Congee.

Turmeric:

Turmeric is a spice, mainly used in Indian curries for its flavor. It contains curcumin, which is a proven anti-inflammatory agent . It has shown anti-inflammatory effects in cases of arthritis, diabetes, and other inflammatory diseases . Curcumin is used in combination with piperine, a compound derived from black pepper. Piperin enhances the absorption of curcumin. It is difficult to obtain enough curcumin only by consuming turmeric. Curcumin supplements with added piperine are used to achieve the desired effects of curcumin.

Some popular food items with turmeric that you must try: Vegetable Biryani, and Ayurvedic Rasam

Other anti-inflammatory foods

The other great anti-inflammatory foods to include in your diet are grapes, tomatoes, mushrooms (such as truffles and portobello), avocado, broccoli, dark chocolate, cherries, green tea, ginger, garlic, oysters, and honey. While diet can help a great deal against chronic inflammation, it is important to note that cutting down on harmful processed foods, doing regular exercise, preventing excessive psychological stress, and living in a toxin-free environment are also equally important in the fight against diseases related to chronic inflammation. 

The best thing about these food items is that they have a wide array of health benefits that are not just related to arthritis. Even if you aren’t suffering from any of the diseases related to chronic inflammation, you can still greatly benefit from their regular consumption. They play a massive role in the prevention of diseases and in improving the quality of life. Aside from the foods listed above, nature provides many more anti-inflammatory foods. If accessibility to these food items is an issue, there are always alternatives. And one great place to check out alternatives as well as some great recipes and meal plans is Foodhak

Also read: Anti Inflammatory Diet, Anti-inflammatory diet meal plan

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