Popularity of Green Superfood Powders
Red and green superfood contain pigments that not only give these foods their appealing colors but also contain phytochemicals found by scientists to have potential health-promoting properties. Recognizing their importance to health, more people are turning to well-formulated reds and greens superfoods powders for a regular intake of green and red food nutrition.
Red Superfood Powders
Deep red fruits and vegetables are rich in phytochemicals called lycopene and anthocyanins. Both are antioxidants which fight free radical activity and support basic health at the cellular level.
PhytochemicalsLycopene imparts a bright red pigment to foods and is found in foods like tomatoes, grapefruit, and watermelons. After absorption, lycopene resides in the liver, adrenal glands and testes. Researchers have found an inverse correlation between an increased consumption of lycopene and age-related prostate health concerns.1
Anthocyanins and phenolics are phytochemicals found in blue/purple fruits and vegetables such as blueberries, purple cabbage, black currants and purple grapes. These are known to support urinary tract health, memory functions, regulate healthy blood pressure and healthy aging.2-3
Red SuperfoodsRed grapes contain a powerful antioxidant called Resveratrol. Current research suggests that Resveratrol may have anti-aging properties that may promote longevity and offer protection against age-related ailments. Studies show that Resveratrol displays immense promise for promoting heart health.4
The American Chemical Society's Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry (January 2005) reported that anthocyanins found in cherries may help lower blood sugar levels in diabetics.
Phytochemicals in red apples are associated with cardiovascular health, weight loss and antioxidant activity.5
A nutritional supplement manufacturer with a qualified research team can help you produce a well-formulated reds powder with science-backed ingredients such as apple pectins, cherries, tomatoes, red raspberries, cranberries, watermelon, pomegranates, plums, prunes, apricots and more. It can be combined with probiotic and enzyme blends.
Green Superfoods Powders
Dark green vegetables and fruits are a rich source of minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium and magnesium. They contain Vitamins K, C, E and other B vitamins along with essential fatty acids.
PhytochemicalsChlorophyll is the pigment that gives green foods its green color. Chlorophyll helps to increase the production of hemoglobin in the blood and therefore increases oxygen availability in our system.
Green foods contain phytochemicals called lutein and zeaxanthin. Scientists believe that lutein and zeaxanthin may play an active role in protecting age-related vision.6 Indole-3-carbinol is known to promote cellular health and regulate hormonal balance in both men and women.
Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale contain sulfur needed for the body's production of glutathione, an antioxidant found in every cell of the body, vital for the maintenance of cellular functions. Glutathione is also known to help promote detoxification functions of the liver.
Aloe vera is used to aid digestion and acts as a mild laxative.
Artichokes promote healthy liver functions.
Barley grass, wheat grass and Nova Scotia Dulce are rich in chlorophyll and contain high amounts of protein with a rich array of vital nutrients. Barley grass has five times the iron content of spinach and a Vitamin C content that is seven times more than orange juice.7
A well-formulated greens powder may contain ingredients such as spirulina, chlorella, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, Novia Scotia Dulce, kale and many more. These can be combined with other red superfoods, enzyme blend to promote digestion and probiotics to enhance digestion.
Manufacturing Well-Formulated, GMP Certified Red and Greens Superfood Powders
Consumer demand for reds and greens powders is increasing. According to SPINS, a market research and consulting firm for the Natural Products Industry based in Schaumburg, IL, aloe vera, wheat grass and barley grass were among the top five most popular single herbal supplements in the health and natural foods channels. Red and greens powders are in growing consumer demand because of the:
- Growing number of health-conscious people.
- Growing awareness of the nutraceutical value of red and green foods.
- Busy lifestyles that make reds and greens powder a convenient way to get quality red and green nutrition.
- Reds and greens powders are appealing because there are derived from natural whole food sources.
Enhance your product line with reds and greens powders. A red or green powder supplement can be manufactured as a single supplement or blended with red or green super foods to produce a synergy of healthy nutraceuticals. Using a high-quality nutritional supplement manufacturer like Nutricap Labs can promote your brand and enhance its reputation for producing well-formulated, highly nutritious and delicious supplement formulations. Submit your request to receive a FREE red or greens superfood manufacturing quote from us today!
References:1. Tomatoes, tomato-based products, lycopene, and cancer: review of the epidemiologic literature, J Natl Cancer Inst. 1999 Feb 17;91(4):317-31.
2. Anthocyanins and Human Health: An In Vitro Investigative Approach, J Biomed Biotechnol. 2004 December 1; 2004(5): 306-313.
3. Blueberry Supplementation Improves Memory in Older Adults, J. Agric. Food Chem., 2010, 58 (7), pp 3996-4000.
4. Resveratrol in cardioprotection: a therapeutic promise of alternative medicine, Mol Interv. 2006 Feb;6(1):36-47.
5. Apple phytochemicals and their health benefits, Nutrition Journal 2004, 3:5doi:10.1186/1475-2891-3-5.
6. Lutein and zeaxanthin in eye and skin health. Clin Dermatol. 2009 Mar-Apr;27(2):195-201.
7. Healing With Whole Foods, Paul Pitchford. North Atlantic Books, 1993 Diet and Nutrition: A Holistic Approach, Rudolph Ballentine. Himalayan Int. Institute 1978.
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