Cheers to the hot summer we have all be craving. By Aga Wajda-Plytta - Herbologie
Summer in Edmonton is filled with outdoor activities, late nights enjoying patio weather and soaking up all those sun-filled days. Our palettes crave fresh flavours and our bodies long for nourishment; awakening from the depths of winter. The following recipes will use a variety of botanicals, showcasing their diverse uses, unique yet familiar flavours and purposeful benefits.
ENERGIZING HASKAP A little bit about the botanicals: Rosy Farms Haskap berries are considered to be a “superfood” due to their rich nutritional makeup of antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. Compared to many other berries, haskaps are superior in their total antioxidant content where much of their therapeutic benefits come from anthocyanins, a type of phenol that gives the haskap its characteristic colour and flavour. Herbologie Endurance Blend features cordyceps, a mushroom known to act as a mild stimulant and fight stress and fatigue. This natural increase in energy levels is supported by the ability of this mushroom to aid the supply of ATP in the body, your source of energy during exertion. Complemented with ginger and mesquite for a subtle flavour enhancement and warming properties for the body.
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1 C milk (any preference) ½ C Kefir 1 C frozen ROSY FARMS haskaps ½ banana 1 Tbsp pumpkin seeds 1 Tbsp hemp hearts 2-3 dates 2 tsp HERBOLOGIE endurance blend Ice *to preference In a blender, add all ingredients. Blend on medium-high for 40-50 seconds (if too runny add more ice). Enjoy before an outdoor activity, workout session or take with you to sip while strolling one of Edmonton’s outdoor markets.
