Goji berry powder with mountain ash, 50 g

Goji & Rowan Berry Powder with Green Tea Extract: Your Wellness Superfood Blend

Elevate your well-being with our Goji & Rowan Berry Powder with Green Tea Extract, a powerful superfood blend meticulously crafted in France. This fine, water-soluble powder is a concentrated source of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, designed to support overall health and vitality. With an incredibly versatile inclusion rate of 1% to 40%, it's the perfect functional ingredient to enrich a wide array of food and beverage applications, helping to address various health concerns naturally.

Description and Key Features

Our Goji & Rowan Berry Powder with Green Tea Extract is a synergistic blend of nature's finest ingredients, carefully processed into a convenient powder form. This unique composition offers a powerful combination of nutrients:

• Goji Berry Powder (Lycium barbarum): Renowned for its exceptional antioxidant capacity, goji berries are packed with vitamins (especially Vitamin C and A), minerals, amino acids, and polysaccharides. They are traditionally valued for their immune-boosting and vision-supporting properties.
• Rowan Berry Powder (Sorbus aucuparia): A rich source of Vitamin C, bioflavonoids, and carotenoids, rowan berries contribute potent antioxidant activity and support cardiovascular health. They are also known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
• Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis): A powerful addition, green tea extract provides concentrated polyphenols, particularly EGCG, which are highly regarded for their antioxidant, metabolism-boosting, and cognitive-enhancing benefits.

This blend ensures excellent water solubility, making it easy to incorporate into both hot and cold preparations without clumping. Its fine powder form allows for seamless integration into various food matrices, delivering a potent nutritional boost with every serving.

Versatile Applications and Usage Areas in Food & Beverages

The Goji & Rowan Berry Powder with Green Tea Extract is an incredibly versatile functional food ingredient, offering a wide spectrum of applications to enhance both the nutritional value and the health benefits of your products:

• Hot & Cold Beverages (1-10% inclusion):
  • Smoothies and Shakes: Easily blend into protein shakes, fruit smoothies, or green juices for an added boost of antioxidants, vitamins, and a subtle berry flavor. Ideal for post-workout recovery or a nutritious breakfast.
  • Teas and Infusions: Stir into hot or cold water to create a refreshing and healthful berry-infused drink. It can be a great base for herbal teas or a natural alternative to sugary beverages.
  • Juices, Compotes, and Fruit Drinks: Fortify homemade or commercial juices, compotes, and fruit drinks with essential nutrients, enhancing their health profile.
• Baked Goods & Desserts (5-20% inclusion):
  • Muffins, Breads, and Cakes: Incorporate into doughs and batters to add a nutritional punch and a delicate berry flavor. It can also provide a subtle natural coloring.
  • Energy Bars and Granola: An excellent binder and nutrient enhancer for homemade or commercially produced energy bars, granola mixes, and protein balls, adding sustained energy and antioxidant benefits.
  • Yogurt and Ice Cream: Mix into yogurt, dairy-free alternatives, or homemade ice cream bases for a healthy and flavorful treat.
• Breakfast & Savory Dishes (1-15% inclusion):
  • Oatmeal and Cereals: Sprinkle over hot oatmeal, cold cereals, or overnight oats to enrich your breakfast with essential vitamins and antioxidants.
  • Salad Dressings and Sauces: A unique addition to salad dressings, vinaigrettes, or savory sauces for a subtle fruitiness and an antioxidant boost.
  • Soups and Stews: Can be added to certain soups or stews towards the end of cooking for an added layer of nutrition and a unique flavor profile.

Designed for Wellness Support

This powerful superfood blend is specifically formulated to address a range of common health concerns, making it an invaluable addition to functional foods and supplements:

• Metabolic Health: Supports those with obesity and diabetes by providing antioxidants and contributing to overall metabolic balance.
• Blood Health: Beneficial for individuals with anemia and issues related to impaired coronary circulation or arrhythmia, promoting healthy blood function and cardiovascular well-being.
• Nutritional Deficiencies: A potent remedy for avitaminosis (vitamin deficiency), ensuring essential nutrient intake.
• Fatigue and Weakness: Combat asthenia (general weakness) and reduce feelings of stress, irritability, and nervousness, providing natural energy and mental clarity.
• Cognitive and Neurological Support: Aids in cases of impaired vision, supports cognitive function under increased mental and physical loads, and helps alleviate insomnia, contributing to overall neurological health.
• Blood Pressure Management: May assist in managing hypertension due to its rich antioxidant and flavonoid content.

By integrating this versatile powder into your food and beverage offerings, you can provide consumers with delicious and effective ways to support their health and vitality.

Cosmetic Recipe: "Berry Glow" Antioxidant Face Mask Powder

While primarily a food supplement, the rich antioxidant and vitamin content of Goji & Rowan Berry Powder with Green Tea Extract makes it an excellent ingredient for a simple, natural, and beneficial face mask. This recipe utilizes the powder to provide a revitalizing boost for the skin.

Instructions for Preparation (Dry Mask Mix):

1. Sanitization: Ensure all your equipment (bowls, spatulas, storage containers) is thoroughly clean and dry.
2. Combine Powders: In a clean, dry bowl, combine the Goji & Rowan Berry Powder with Green Tea Extract, Kaolin Clay, Colloidal Oatmeal, and Allantoin.
3. Mix Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients together very well with a dry spatula or whisk until a uniform, lump-free powder blend is achieved.
4. Storage: Transfer the finished dry mask mix into an airtight, moisture-proof container for storage.

Instructions for Use (Activating the Mask):

1. Preparation: In a small, non-metal bowl, take 1-2 teaspoons of the dry mask mix.
2. Activate: Gradually add distilled water or your preferred hydrosol (e.g., rose, chamomile) to the powder, stirring constantly until a smooth, spreadable paste is formed. Adjust consistency as desired.
3. Application: Apply an even layer of the mask to clean, dry skin on your face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
4. Wait: Leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes, or until it begins to dry.
5. Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water, gently massaging in circular motions for a mild exfoliating effect.
6. Follow Up: Pat your skin dry and follow with your favorite toner and moisturizer.

Recommendations for Cosmetic Application:

• Inclusion Rate: The 15% inclusion rate for the Goji & Rowan Berry Powder provides a potent antioxidant boost for the skin, offering its revitalizing properties.
• Fresh Activation: This recipe is designed as a dry mix to be activated with water before each use. This eliminates the need for preservatives and maintains the freshness of the active ingredients.
• Skin Benefits: This mask will help provide antioxidant protection, gently cleanse and purify, soothe the skin, and leave it feeling soft and refreshed.
• Color Expectation: The natural color of the Goji & Rowan Berry Powder will give the mask a subtle, natural hue (from light orange to brownish-red).
• Customization: You can customize the activating liquid by using different hydrosols for added benefits (e.g., witch hazel for oily skin, lavender for calming).
• Storage of Dry Mix: Store the unactivated dry mask mix in a cool, dark, and dry place to prevent moisture absorption and maintain efficacy. It has a long shelf life in this form.
• Discontinue Use If Irritation Occurs: As with any new cosmetic product, if irritation or redness occurs, discontinue use immediately.