Black Rice: Forbidden Rice

Forbidden many, many years ago, this was the rice of emperors in Ancient China. But it’s not so forbidden today and we are proud to include it as one of our special rice varieties.

Organic black rice is an heirloom variety rich in dietary fiber, iron, zinc and antioxidants. Aside from its many health benefits, it also has an interesting sweet, nutty flavor.

This variety is grown by small farmers committed to good health, quality foods, ethical fair trade and eco-friendly sustainable farming practices.

Also known as “forbidden rice” because in the earlier eras of Chinese and Japanese history, only the emperors could eat this kind
Has a deep, nutty taste


HEALTH BENEFITS (as studies have shown)

• Rich in nutrients like Vitamin B, Niacin, Vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc and fiber
• Reduces risk for cardiovascular disease
• Decreases risk of cancer and presence of free radicals
• Promotes stronger bones
• Increases red blood cell formation
• Reduces effects of menopause
• Slows down aging process

OTHER PRODUCTS:

• Organic Salad Greens
• Organic Vegetables
• Organic Culinary Herbs and Spices
• Organic Tropical Fruits
• Organic Gourmet Rice
• Organic Shade Grown Coffee
• All Natural Pickles
• All Natural Jams
• All Natural Fruits in Honey
• All Natural Sweeteners (Muscovado, Yakon syrup, Coco Sugar, Stevia)
• All Natural Juice
• All Natural Healthy Pantry

SOURCE:

Fresh Start Organic
Hacienda Maquina, Brgy. Rizal, 6100 Silay City, Philippines
Email: freshstartorganic@yahoo.com
Phone: +63 34 441-1490
Website: http://www.freshstartorganic.com

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Muscovado is pure, whole, unrefined, and non-centrifugal cane sugar that retains all of the sugarcane’s natural minerals. Muscovado sugar has calcium, phosphorous, iron, potassium, and sodium that combine for healthy food sweetener. Only pure honey can compare to muscovado in natural benefits.

The name “Mascobado” was coined from the word “mas” which means masses or ordinary people. This was intended to show that the sugar was manufactured to contrast other sugar products made by various multinational milling companies and other “hacienderos”. It was the year 1987 when the Mascovado sugar was first shipped to Philippines’ neighboring country, the Japan. Then in 1992, ATC made Alter Trade Manufacturing Corporation as an official handler of the sugar cane milling company.

Alter trade was borne out of the hunger epidemic that struck Negros in the 1980s, when sugar prices plummeted in the world market sending thousands of farm workers and their families into poverty and starvation. Initial relief efforts to meet the needs of the communities were insufficient. Thus, efforts were focused on how to orient aid extended to the families towards long-term rehabilitation and self-sufficiency. Efforts focused on equipping the families with the skills, practices and tools to help them break away from their situation. Sustainable agriculture that avoids the use of destructive of chemicals and pollutants was also espoused


SOURCE:

Altertrade Manufacturing Corp.
Brgy. Calumangan, Bago City,
Negros Occidental, Philippines
Telephone: (034) 731-3026

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Pure virgin coconut oil prevents destructive free-radical formation and provides protection against them. It can help to keep the skin from developing liver spots, and other blemishes caused by aging and over exposure to sunlight. It helps to keep connective tissues strong and supple so that the skin doesn't sag and wrinkle. In some cases it might even restore damaged or diseased skin. The oil is absorbed into the skin and into the cell structure of the connective tissues, limiting the damage excessive sun exposure can cause.

Established March 2007, Buko Central has been distributing fresh buko juice in its original shell, buko macaroons and the company’s best-seller, premium buko pies to high end villages and subdivisions along White Plains Avenue, Quezon City.

With its expansion to the Ortigas area, Buko Central still continues to deliver the wonder drink to homes and establishments. With an increasing demand for our best selling product, they have created an off-shoot product which is a mini, single serve premium buko pie with a size of four inches and weight of 200 grams. Buko Central described their product as ‘premium’ due to the quality of the ingredients, the freshness of the raw materials and the manner of production.



SOURCE:

Buko Central
143 Katipunan Avenue, St. Ignatius Village, Quezon City, Philippines
Email: bukocentral@gmail.com
Mobile: +639228980009

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Malunggay (Moringa oleifera Lamk) is dubbed as one of the “best bio-food on Earth”. It has taken part of the main stage in agricultural programs in Asia and worldwide. Also known for its various medicinal and culinary usage, many by-products of Malunggay are being discovered and processed on a regular basis.

Containing four times more calcium and two times more protein than milk, seven times more vitamin c than oranges, four times more Vitamin A than carrots, three times more Potassium than banana, three times more Iron content of Spinach, aside from being heavy HDL (high density lipo-protein– a rich source of amino acids, omega oils, and anti-oxidant properties), the capacity of Malunggay to be at par or to top other leafy green vegetables and other fruits is tremendous.

In the Philippines, Malunggay has been a part of the alternative/ therapeutic practices of the Filipinos. Grown as a vegetable tree or a border plant, its tree can easily grow in one’s backyard and will not require a high toll on maintenance. Being geographically conducive for Malunggay propagation and production, the Philippines is now among the top Malunggay producers in the world, just running behind India, Nicaragua, Madagascar, and Hawaii.

Due to extensive proliferation of the miracle tree and the recent discovery of its healing and medicinal capacities, the Philippine Government launched this 2008 a massive campaign on Malunggay planting and by-product production. Congressman Villafuerte of Camarines Sur spearheaded the governmental initiative of propagating Malunggay thru tree-panting by utilizing 700 hectares of land devoted to the growing of the trees. The Quezon City government is urging its constituents to plant Malunggay to curb hunger and diseases. Gov. Arnaiz of Negros Oriental has 350 hectares of malunggay farm.



SOURCE: DS PINOY

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99.5% Organic Moisturizing Massage Oil with Virgin Coconut Oil and Lemongrass. Let the healthiest of oils, pure tropical virgin coconut oil melt your cares away with its feathery light touch. Easily absorbed so you can paper yourself with no sticky after-feel.

SOURCE: HUMAN NATURE

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A versatile environment-friendly deodorizer and disinfectant. It’s an effective and economical solution to foul odor, bacteria, and disease carrying insects. This solution is harmless to humans, animals, plants, marine life and soil.

Milagro™ is a miracle-like plant concentrate extracted from the banana plant pseudostem. It is a breakthrough product employing a unique process to blend banana stem juice with other natural elements. The resulting concentrate can then be diluted with clean water in a variety of ratios and used in so many beneficial ways as a powerful multi-purpose disinfectant and odor eliminator without the use of harmful or toxic chemicals. It is a remarkable product that helps protect the environment while promoting sustainable consumption.

Milagro™ is:

• Anti-fungal
• Anti-bacterial
• Organic (plant-based)
• Bio-degradable

SOURCE: The Enviro-Friendly Store

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A unique garden accent made from the volcanic rocks of Mount Pinatubo.

SOURCE: PUMICESTONE UNLIMITED VENTURES

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