A Better Milk Alternative?

WhatIF Foods Think They’ve Found It

With so many milk varieties available, it can be hard to choose what’s best for you. One company believes their product is the answer.

WhatIF Foods is an innovative new company, forging a path into a better way of food production. Their belief is that there’s always a more suitable way of meeting consumer needs. They aim to create delicious products that are Better for us, Better for communities and Better for the environment. Afterall, who doesn’t want to feel their very best?

So does this mean their milk alternative is a better choice?

WhatIF Foods make premium quality food products using the brilliant Bambara Groundnut. This legume uses less water and needs less agricultural space than its rivals, plus it regenerates the soil, making it perfect for farmers to take degraded land and utilise it for productive agriculture again.

WhatIF’s BamNut milk has a pleasant, nutty flavour with a smooth and creamy mouthfeel. This is great news for those who find the taste of some alternatives to be too limiting or perhaps the texture too challenging. This unique flavour makes BamNut milk a straightforward switch.

WhatIF uses the whole BamNut which means the milk is packed full of goodness for all the family:

Only three ingredients (all non-GMO), plus vitamin and mineral fortification

2x protein as almond or oat milk combined 5x the fibre of all other milks on the market, which is fabulous for gut health

Naturally high in iron

Lactose and gluten free, with no added sugar, gums, stabilisers, or preservatives

As a healthy choice, there is no question about it. But if you’re still weighing up the options, see how it stacks up against the competition below:

If you need more convincing, this milk is certainly peerless when it comes to environmental credentials. It requires 20x less water than almond, less than half the land required by oat or soy, and less than half the greenhouse gas emissions as well. By REimagining the way we produce food, collectively we can make an important and positive impact on the planet.

Are you ready for BamNut Milk?

There are three varieties available to suit different tastes and usage. Everyday (the allrounder), Barista (for the coffee connoisseur) and Airy (for those who prefer a lower calorie option - only 80 calories per serve).

The proof is in the tasting and according to WhatIF you can drink it, mix it, bake it, and cook with it. So, as well as adding BamNut milk to your latte you can use it in everything from smoothies and brownies to pancakes or curries. There’s a huge number of tasty recipes to try on their website, but we’ve chosen an indulgent favourite for you, a Banana Chocolate Smoothie (see right). A quiet treat for yourself or the family, this smoothie not only tastes spectacular, but you can take comfort knowing that you’re doing something a little bit better with every sip.

We think you’re going to love it. If food made better sounds like it’s the thing for you, then it’s time to give WhatIF Foods a try. Their milks are available at select Cold Storage and CS Fresh stores, Amazon, Redmart, NTUC Marketplace or hop over to their website and buy direct. When out and about, ask for BamNut Milk in your favourite drink at the following cafés:

Food Folks @ Lau Pa Sat

Carrara Café & Ice cream/Gelato

Percolate Café

Caffeine Xpress (Holland Village)

Salad Stop (Bamnut Chia Puddings)

Directions

• Blend all ingredients

• Smear some peanut butter on your glass and pour in the smoothie

• Top with chocolate shavings and enjoy!

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Travel and wellness experiences have evolved way beyond a basic back ‘n’ shoulder massage at a hotel spa. Indeed, a wellbeing holiday can be anything that leaves you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and rebalanced, and you don’t have to go to Eat, Pray, Love proportions to feel the benefits. From personalised programmes including Thai boxing to Tibetan prayer, here’s a selection of healing-havens that are perfect for a pick-me-up.

Soneva Fushi, Baa Atoll, Maldives

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Six Senses Vana, Himalayas, India

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SHA Wellness Clinic, Spain

Want to sleep better, quit smoking, or shake long Covid out of your system? SHA Wellness Clinic could be your answer. This showstopping hideaway aims to treat major illnesses while also offering preventative programmes. Guests can choose from paths including Detox, Optimal Weight, and Healthy Ageing, and plans are tailored personally. Expect macrobiotic food, massages and treatments alongside informal lectures, cooking classes and psychological therapies. shawellnessclinic.com

Split Apple Retreat, New Zealand

After a stay at Split Apple Retreat you leave with less stress and more education on health and happiness. Many guests choose to arrive armed with blood tests to aid their medical consultation with a doctor who devises a unique wellness plan; others simpy visit to soak up the incredible scenery. There’s a Japanese spa, saltwater swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym, but you’re likely to be lured outside where you can go bushwalking, horse riding, fishing, or opt to discover secluded beaches or swim with seals. splitapple.com

COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali

Fatigued bodies and minds are perked up good and proper on the personalised wellness programmes at COMO Shambhala. With a focus on detoxing, dealing with major life changes and general rejuvenation, activities combine dance, hydrotherapy and jungle hikes with more ancient healing therapies such as reflexology, ayurvedic massage and iridology. Everything is designed to guide each guest towards their personal wellness goals with assistance from resident experts including a dietician, Ayurvedic doctor, reflexologist, Oriental medicine specialist, plus fitness, yoga, Pilates, and qigong instructors. After a day of re-wiring, retire to your private spring water infinity pool and feel a whole new you emerging. comohotels.com

Amatara Wellness Resort, Phuket

When it comes to personal wellbeing, you can never start too young, which is why Amatara Wellness Resort is a winner. Their Family Wellness Programme brings your whole brood together for some feel-good bonding. This threenight package teaches children how to incorporate wellness into their lives with spa treatments, family Thai boxing sessions, workshops that inspire green living and creativity, healthy snack making and cookery classes. For those without littlies, the focus is on fitness, yoga, meditation, weight loss and detox. Qualified practitioners are onhand alongside top-notch wellness facilities including a spa, Moroccan hammam, gym, fitness studios and a yoga platform. amatara.com

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If you’re looking for a way to spend meaningful family time, the Family Vibes package is well worth checking out, with a 3-days 2-nights (Friday to Sunday) stay in the spacious family room.

Start your day with the iconic dining experience – Breakfast in the Wild at Singapore Zoo – designed to inspire your love for wildlife and delight your senses at the same time.

Savour a delicious meal of local and international flavours amidst the charming rainforest zoo. Get to meet wildlife ambassadors such as the Tamandua, Coatimundi, Macaw and Orangutans. Let the zookeepers excite you with stories about the animal kingdom, habitats and nature. Spend the rest of your day of family fun at the zoo exploring the wildlife’s habitats.

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Every travel-goer knows it’s a must to capture precious family moments, which is exactly why the Family Vibes package includes a one-hour photoshoot session by MovingStills Photography. You can choose the location you want to shoot at within a five-kilometre radius of the hotel.

Back at base, your friendly Vibe Host will show your brood how to put your green fingers to work by creating a terrarium to take home as a memento. Remember to leave time to enjoy the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool, the ideal setting in which to cool down from the Singapore heat with good vibes all round.

All the activities will no doubt build up an appetite. Vibe Hotel Singapore Orchard has an all-day dining restaurant ROOS (named after Australia’s beloved kangaroos), where all ages can enjoy all-day grills, handmade pasta, and Asian fare. Don’t miss their impressive selection of curated wines from around the world available by the glass - perfect for toasting to quality family time spent together.

Check out the Family Vibes package by visiting https://feh.sg/FamilyVibes or scanning the QR code.

Available for booking for stays from 3 March 2023 – 25 June 2023.

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