| Q: Can nuts and seeds be eaten raw? |
A: Most seeds and nuts can be eaten raw such sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, almond, pecans, walnuts, filberts, and others. You can soak nuts in water to remove some of the tannins present in their skins.
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| Q: When should I consume Psyllium Husks? |
A: The best time would be in the morning as it can help to clear your gastrointestinal tract very effectively. However, it can be taken 30 mins before your meal or in between meal. It is not recommended that you take it immediately before or after meal because this will burden your digestive system. It is recommended that you take it 30 mins before meal to give it time to pass into the intestinal tract first before you introduce food into your stomach.
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| Q: Can I add barley grass powder into soymilk or fresh milk other than non-citrus juice & smoothies? |
| A: Yes, you can add it into soymilk, dairy milk or oat milk. Milk is a non-acidic and very nutritious product. By adding into soymilk, dairy milk or oat milk, you gain even more nutritional benefits. |
| Q: What can I take if I have constipation problems? |
| A: There are many products that you can take from Country Farms to relieve constipation problems. You can take psyllium husks, which is a natural laxative agent. It is a type of dietary fiber that bulks up in the intestine and softens the stools for easy pass out. Other than that, you can try our digesto-booster pack, which consists of apple enzyme and lemon juice. Green foods such as wheatgrass, barley grass and spirulina works very well in cleaning our gastrointestinal tract. Other products such as fresh fruits and vegetables are great to supply your body with all the fibers, vitamins and minerals. |
| Q: Is there any product in CFO that can help to allieviate/cure those who suffer from psoriasis? |
A: You may try our Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. You can take the oil daily and apply it on your skin as well. The oil helps to enhance our body immune system. Lot of health problems which are called “genetic” sickness are believed to associate with low body immune system (partly). Therefore the consumption of Virgin Coconut Oil in long term may help. Also, it was reported that people who took Virgin Coconut Oil found their skin complication had been reduced. Yet, it can be vary depends on individual.
Some people who suffer from psoriasis found a vege-fruit rich diet does help a lot. Avoid red meat (beef) and seafood (clam, crab, prawn) have been reported to help in certain individual.
For more info about CF Organic Virgin Coconut Oil you can view or download from our E-brochure section.
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| Q: I have a high uric acid level. Can I take oat? |
A: Yes you can incorporate oats into your diet, it is definitely a healthy choice!
You may try our Solana Gold Apple Cider Vinegar, Melrose or Spectrum Omega-3, Organic Barley Grass/ Wheatgrass/ Spirulina. The products mentioned able to alleviate the health complications those are associated with high uric acid.
A healthy diet should be practiced. Try to reduce red meat, beans, oily food intake. Besides, regular exercise will do you good as well. |
| Q: What food would you recommend for a diabetic? |
| A: There are many products available at Country Farm Organics outlets which are suitable for those suffering from diabetes. One of the best products for diabetics is our organic oats. It contains beta-glucan, a soluble fibre which slows down the rate at which sugar is absorbed into the blood. Beta-glucan also helps in reducing blood cholesterol. Besides oats, certain carbohydrates such as wholewheat pasta, sweet potatoes and rye can provide a slow steady release of energy without raising your blood sugar level too much. Instead of white rice, you should opt for organic brown rice and organic red rice. They are rich in insoluble fibre, zinc and chromium. Other products which are beneficial to diabetics are Brewer’s yeast and Misai Kucing. Sweeteners like stevia and agave syrup are good alternative to raw cane sugar. |
| Q: Which type of flaxseed is better? Golden or Brown Flaxseed? |
| A: The nutritional value and omega 3 content of golden and brown flaxseed are very similar. Both are high in lignan, which serves as potent antioxidant. However, golden flaxseed is usually more preferred due to its milk and nutty flavour. Golden flaxseed is softer and easier to digest, promoting better absorption of nutrients into the body when consumed. Brown flaxseed on the other hand is harder. Since brown flaxseed is cheaper flaxseed, it is primarily used for industrial purposes and at conventional bakeries. So which flaxseed is better? The answer really depends on how you plan to consume the flaxseed. |
| Q: Can I just plant my own plants in my backyard and take them as organic? |
A: No. They are labeled as “Natural”.
Organic farming involves strict standards identified by organic certification bodies. The regulations when producing organic product is very stringent and it ensures only the healthiest products are given the title, “Organic”. |
| Q: What are the other uses of blackstrap molasses apart from rojak? |
A: Blackstrap Molasses is the thick, dark residual liquid (syrup) that remains after the last extraction of sugar from cane or sorghum. This means it is the most unprocessed sweetener and contains the highest nutrition value. It is used in a variety of baked goods, as sauce for meat and vegetable dishes, as a sweetener and coloring agent. Excellent source of iron and potassium.
For a healthy drink, mix 1 tablespoon of Blackstrap Molasses and 1 tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar to 8oz of water. |
| Q: I am diabetic, can I take honey? |
| A: Honey is like fruits composed of fructose and it does not increase the blood sugar as quickly as glucose that comes from white refined sugar. However, a diabetic person cannot eat honey without limitation. He/she should consider taking honey as an exchange for fruit. In fact, one tablespoon of honey has 60 calories, which is the same as an apple, a small banana or 15 grapes. |
| Q: How long can honey last? |
| A: Honey is one of the few natural foods that will not spoil. This is due to its high fructose content and availability of natural antibacterial agents. Basically, bacteria cannot survive in honey. As long as your honey is kept in a sealed container, free of outside moisture, you can keep it for long time. |
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