Hemp milk is gaining in popularity as an alternative to vegetable milk. It is derived from the whole hemp seed and is rich in high-quality vegetable proteins, healthy fats and minerals, much more so than most other types of vegetable milk.
Buckwheat is usually regarded as a cereal, but is, in fact, a seed of the broad-leafed Fagopyrum esculentum. Buckwheat is gluten-free, a good source of protein (up to 15 % of the seed) and contains saturated fats. The crunchy germinated seeds are a delicious addition to muesli and granola.
Vegan is hot! More and more animal-lovers and friends of the environment are scrapping animal products from their daily menu. The vegan diet is becoming a popular lifestyle and is gaining ground fast, particularly among young people.
This delicious smoothie is ideal as part of a protein-rich diet, as a source of vegetable-based protein for sportsmen and for vegetarians and vegans in general.