Tag: superfoods

Back to school season is here and that means that cold and flu season is not far behind it! We shared some of our favorite healthy back to school snacks and dinner recipes on our last blog post, and those should help keep you and your family healthy all year long. But in case the sniffles start to arise in your household, we wanted to share another tip with you.  A great way to boost your immune system is with our wellness shots, and we’ll share why below.

Boost Your Immune System With Wellness Shots: 3 of our Favorite Wellness Shots

• Ginger: Ginger is so good for your when you are looking to boost your immune system and fight off germs. Not only does it help fight off inflammation, which is associated with everything from the common cold to more serious degenerative diseases like heart disease, ginger also helps kill viral and bacterial infections. Plus, it helps detox the liver, and it makes for the perfect natural remedy to sooth an upset stomach and ease digestion troubles. Ginger is a great food and naturally remedy to have on hand as we get to the colder months when germs are more prevalent.
• Wheatgrass: We press our wheatgrass shots fresh to order, from locally and organically grown wheatgrass. This green superfood is loaded with chlorophyll, which is found in leafy green vegetables, plants and vegetation, and will give you an instant energy boost. Plus, it helps remove toxins from your body, so you can get rid of those cold and flu germs quickly. You can learn more about wheat grass here.
• Aloe Vera: Aloe is not just for sunburns! (Although it really does help those sunburns, doesn’t it?!) Aloe is packed with vitamins and nutrients that help fight off inflammation and boost the immune system; it also helps the body properly absorb vitamins and nutrients so you can get the most benefits from eating healthy foods. “It’s packed with vitamins, including B, C, and vitamin E, as well as folic acid, which fortify the body’s immune system.” (Source) 

If you’re in the Wrightsville Beach area, stop on by and try our immune boosting wellness shots! We look forward to seeing you!

 

Looking for a natural, healthy way to cool down this Summer? You can skip the cholesterol loaded ice cream and give an acai bowl a try! Acai Bowls are loaded with health benefits, are super tasty, and give you a boost of energy. So if you’re wondering Acai Bowls: Are They Worth the Hype? our answer is YES! Keep reading to find out why.

Acai Bowls: Are They Worth the Hype? Health Benefits of Acai

Acai is pronounced ah-sigh-ee, and it is a superfood berry that comes for the acai palm, which is native to the island of Trinidad and northern parts of South America. Acai berries are loaded with more antioxidants than other berries (even blueberries!) and “are extremely high in anthocyanins, a form of plant antioxidant associated with the ability to lower cholesterol levels in the blood stream.” (Source) High levels of antioxidants also help benefit the skin and give you that youthful glow!

Acai berries are a great addition to your healthy diet not just because of their high levels of antioxidants, but they also contain fiber, vitamin C (big immune booster) essential fatty acids, and help improve circulation. “They are also rich in plant sterols that provide cardio-protective benefits to our cells. It does this by preventing blood clots, improving overall blood circulation, and relaxing the blood vessels.” (Source) 

Acai Bowls: Are They Worth the Hype? Our Favorite Bowls

Here at SurfBerry we have loads of yummy Acai Bowls on the menu, all of which are made with organic frozen and pureed acai berries. Our bowls are blended with either almond milk, apple juice, or coconut water. There is no ice, added sugar or artificial sweeteners, or any other fillers in our bowls – just natural acai and a variety of toppings!

We have a variety of flavors like our Mason Bowl, blended with fresh berries, banana, and topped with granola and coconut, or our Barth Vader Bowl, with blended with banana, strawberries, and peanut butter, and topped with granola, sliced banana, mango, blueberries, strawberries and honey.

Want to try making an Acai Bowl yourself? Check out Huffington Post’s list of yummy recipes you can try at home!

Come on into SurfBerry and give an Acai Bowl a try yourself and see if it’s worth the hype! We look forward to seeing you!