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Hello Power of Foodies

Here are a few of the most recent questions I have received. Please feel free to use this blog to continue asking questions or to share any related information or recipe's.

1. Calories

Hi Adam

I was just wanting to find out if you know the calorie content in the Hemp Chocolate Chip cookies? They seemn very delicious, but per cookie, how many calories?

Cheers
Elise

"from the Hart"

Hi Elise

I understand the desire to know the calorie count, but it's not the calories that matter, it's what ingredients make up the cookie (calories). Based on our choices of cookies, these all natural cookies will provide you with essential nutrients not found in commercial cookies. As for calories, there count is similar to store bought cookies, but mean something entirely different. Different because they offer superior nutritional value and therefore, per calorie, act differently in your body.

So in other words....each bite is a very healthy, nutritious and tasty thing that in moderation, will provide you with essential nutrients the body craves while supplying you with a boost in energy and helping to regulate your blood sugar levels.

"It's not the calories that count, it's what's in the calories that count"

Sorry for the long answer. I hope this was valuable. Enjoy the cookies

2. Shelf Life

Could you please tell me when you buy refrigerated hemp seeds, how long their shelf life is in the fridge. Should there be a best before sticker on them? When I bought them, they did not have an expiry date on them.

Thanks
Linda

"from the Hart"

Hi Linda

In the fridge hemp seeds will last about three months. If you do not need to replace your supply at least once a month, you need to find more ways to use them. Add a tablespoon to your cereal, smoothies, soups, salads, just about anything works when adding hemp seeds. The hemp seed is my number one nutritional resource and I use it as my supplement, vitamin, my all around go to food for boosting my health.

Keep well and stay in touch

3. Recommended Daily Intake

Hi Adam,

I was just at your Achieving Vibrant Health seminar a few weeks ago and I have a question for you. If I were to eat 3 tablespoons of hemp seeds and ground flax a day how much of my "recommended" daily intake of vitamins & mineral would I be getting?

I will be cooking more using the recipes and ingredients that you suggested so I know I will be getting more of what I need. I am just curious about the daily hemp/flax impact.

Thanks for your time,
Gloria

"from the Hart"

Hi Gloria

I would not worry so much about the numbers as far as the amount of vitamins and minerals. Many of us are so void of essential nutrients that we need all we can get. By eating 3 tablespoons of hemp and flax per day you will be boosting your nutrient intake to a very positive level for your overall health regardless of what else you are including. Just remember that with Fibre (flax being the best source) it is key to start slow with a tablespoon per day for about 1 week and then increase to two for a week and then to 3 tablespoons per day for the rest of your life. It is also key to remain hydrated wtih WATER in order to avoid unwanted digestive problems such as bloating or constipation.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions. I would also be happy to discuss the option of providing you with any further consulting either over the phone or in person if this is of interest in the future.

All the best

"from the Hart"

These are just a few samples of the many questions I have been receiving from you lately. The sense I am getting through all your questions is that you all really want to be healthier, you just need to have a little help along the way.

"YOU ARE NOT ALONE"

There are people right here, right now, exactly where you are and would love to hear from you and share your passion for discovering a healthier you. Share your energy through a question or request and watch what happens.

I can't thank you enough for allowing me to be a part of your quest for health and I hope you continue to USE ME as we all work together to awaken the health within.

In Good Health
Adam