DID YOU KNOW? Preventing Alzheimer's: Have you heard the latest? Studies show that you can reduce your chance of getting Alzheimer's by 40 per cent or more by eating foods rich in Omega 3 essential fatty acids, vitamin E, anti-oxidants, and cholesterol lowering oils! Our great tasting snacks contain Omega 3 essential fatty acids, vitamin E, anti-oxidants, and cholesterol lowering oils. Most of our nuts are cooked in canola or peanut oil, a good source of Omega 3 essential fatty acids. Peanuts, Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, and Mango are a good source of vitamin E. Our berry mixes are loaded with anti-oxidants, especially Jersey Berries. All of our nuts contain cholesterol lowering oils. Pineapples were so expensive they used to be the fruit of royalty and the rich. In the 1800's people would rent pineapples for their fruit displays. When the pineapples were returned they would be sold to the rich for consumption. The red or green color added to pistachios originally was to cover up blemishes from lower quality nuts that had lain on the ground before harvesting. Blueberries are included in a category of foods called superfruits and combine nutrient richness, antioxidant benefits and versatility. Some research has shown dried blueberries to be as much as four times higher in antioxidants than their fresh counterparts. Jordan almonds are often used as wedding favors – the “bitter” almonds and the “sweet” sugar representing bittersweet married life. Nuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fiber, phytonutrients and antioxidants such as vitamin E and selenium. Nuts are also high in plant sterols and fat – mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 – the good fats) which have all been shown to lower LDL cholesterol. According to the American Cancer Society, apricots and other foods that are rich in carotenes may lower the risk of certain cancers. Just five dried apricots give you 36% of the daily value for vitamin A. Orange and yellow fruits (apricots, mangoes and peaches) have high levels of beta-carotene. Raisins lower bad cholesterol and have lots of fiber. FAQ's Where do you get your nuts and fruit? We get our supplies from all over the world. We search for the best products at affordable prices. Currently, for example, our apricots are from Turkey; our cashews are from Brazil; our pistachios are from California; our mangoes are from Thailand, and our peanuts are from North Carolina. I've noticed some of your mixes are different from the other brands. Where do you get them? We have our own recipes of flavor combinations that have proven to be very popular. Our Jersey Berries combine flavors found in the New Jersey Pine Barrens into a regional flavor of blueberries, cranberries and walnuts. Our Apple Pie has all the components of your grandmother's apple pie and it brings back fond memories of eating at grandmother's house. Why do you call your products “the healthy snack alternative”? Nuts and dried fruits are believed to be a good source of protein, fiber, nutrients and antioxidants. Nuts have also been shown to lower LDL cholesterol. Please don't tell the kids and adults who don't eat right; all they know is our products taste good and make a satisfying snack! I've heard that nuts should not be eaten because of their high fat content; is that right? Nuts do contain fatty oils, but for the most part they are the good fats that have been shown to reduce LDL or bad cholesterol. In fact the FDA has approved the following statement: "Scientific evidence suggests but does not prove that eating 1.5 oz per day of most nuts as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease." As with all foods moderation is the watchword, but we can safely say that it is ALWAYS better to eat Wild Child nuts and fruits instead of potato chips! Why Wild Child Foods? We search the world for the best quality products at an affordable price. We then take them and make snacks with a blend of tastes and nutrition that is second to none. With Wild Child Foods you will always get quality, affordability, and taste in one package. |
