Decisions, decisions, decisions. What to eat, where to go, what to watch, what to do. A person’s lifestyle is defined by the choices that he or she makes. Unfortunately, when it comes to our health and nutrition, our society seems predisposed towards making us choose the unhealthy options. Fast food places and junk foods can be found almost everywhere. The age of convenience where anything can be had at your fingertips has reduced the amount of physical exertion we have to do. The whole of the modern world seems to be conspiring to make healthy choices difficult to make.
In spite of what the thousands of seemingly “healthy” products claim, the truth is this: There are no shortcuts to becoming fit and healthy. Achieving this goal requires discipline, determination, and making the right choices with regards to how much physical activity we get and what foods we eat. As with any serious discussion of health, nutrition is the all important key. When choosing what health food products to consume, it is best to stay away from anything with too many chemicals or preservatives. Going all natural is always the best way. Foods which are abundant in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients while remaining 100% natural are classified as functional foods. These foods, in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle, may be used to help meet a variety of goals, such as losing weight, becoming fitter and healthier, or preventing or treating a whole host of diseases and conditions. Hidalgo Foods offers a wide selection of functional foods that will help make healthy choices a lot easier and more convenient for people to make.
The functional foods that we offer are the same foods that have been used all over the world for thousands of years. It was these natural super foods and their high levels of nutrition that allowed the development and growth human civilization. Over millennia, these foods and their health benefits were forgotten, until scientists recently rediscovered them and their amazing properties, leading to the recent boom of the whole foods market. Our product line is designed to cover a wide range of health needs, and is of the finest quality available. They may be used to make a wide array of healthy snacks, or used as ingredients in making healthy meals. The all natural superfoods we offer include:
Acai – The berries of this plant have long been prized by the people of the Amazon jungle for their disease prevention and healing properties. Acai has recently gained fame as a diet food and a supplement. The acai berries were unknown and unexploited for millennia because of their limited shelf life of 24 hours. Beyond this time, the berries would lose their potent health benefits. By employing the technique of freeze drying, Hidalgo Foods can now bring you all of the undiluted health benefits of the acai berry no matter where you are.
Chia Seeds – These seeds were the secret of the ancient Aztec and Mayan civilizations. So prized were they for their health benefits that they were used as currency and even sacrificed to their gods. Chia seeds are one of nature’s most nutrient-rich grains. They have significant quantities of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and essential oils. The chia seeds have the unique ability to stabilize the body’s metabolism, making it perfect for dieters, diabetics, and anyone who just wants to live healthier. The seeds are easy to mix into any snack, meal, or beverage.
Maca Powder – Taken from the root of the lepidium peruvianum plant, maca powder’s medicinal benefits have earned it the title “Peruvian ginseng”. Maca Powder is known for its ability to boost a person’s energy levels while increasing both stamina and endurance. Maca has been shown to optimize the body’s endocrine system, which results in an enhanced immune system and adrenal functions. The normalization of hormones also has the benefit of increasing the libido and improving fertility for both sexes. It has been shown to be especially effective in regulating imbalances in the menstrual cycle. For these purposes, maca powder is often used as an all natural alternative to artificial hormone treatments.
Quinoa – The seeds of the quinoa plant have long been prized by the people of the Andes Mountains, so much so that they have been dubbed “the gold of the Incas” and “the mother of all grains”. Quinoa is rich in protein and amino acids, including lysine, an amino acid vital for repairing damaged muscles and tissues. Quinoa has also been shown to be good for the heart and for maintaining strong bones. Quinoa is also a very flexible grain to work with, as it can easily be mixed into any number of dishes.
Spirulina – Extracted from algae, spirulina powder is rich in protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Spirulina has been shown to boost immunity, protect the heart, and prevent strokes. It can also help the elderly regain and maintain their mental acuity. Scientists have found it an effective natural agent for lowering blood pressure and bad cholesterol levels. It may also be used as a preventative measure against hay fever. Spirulina powder may be sprinkled on food or added to beverages. It makes an excellent additive to soups, salads, pastas, and even yogurt.
Cacao – Everybody loves chocolate, and the health benefits of our cacao nibs are just another reason to have some more. Scientists have long proven the health benefits of dark chocolate. It is rich in magnesium and antioxidants, helping protect the heart and ward off cell damage brought about by aging. Eating a handful of dark chocolate is equivalent to getting the same antioxidant content from two glasses of red wine or three cups of green tea. Chocolate is also rich in phenylethylamine and anandamide, two chemicals that help increase the brain’s focus and boost a person’s mood. Hidalgo Foods’ cacao nibs are of the highest standards of cleanliness and quality.
Goji Berries – also known as wolfberries, goji berries are an antioxidant rich fruit grown amidst the mountains of the Himalayas. Its health benefits include an enhanced immune system, improved eyesight, and improved liver function. Its high levels of antioxidants have earned it the title of ‘longevity fruit’. Goji berries may be eaten on their own as a healthy snack, used in different recipes as a substitute ingredient for raisins, or even mixed with grapes to make an extra healthy batch of wine.
Goldenberries – Also known as a cape gooseberry and the Incan berry, these small round fruits resemble golden raisins, and are packed with vitamins A, C, B1, B2, B6, and B12. Coupled with its high levels of phosphorous, bioflavinoids, and antioxidants, goldenberries have been shown to be effective in boosting the immune system against certain cancers and viral infections. They also display antihistamine and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help treat and prevent certain allergies and ailments. Goldenberries may be consumed on their own or used as a substitute for raisins.
Our goal is to make the healthy choice easier to make. With that in mind, we made our product line of all natural health foods easy to integrate into any lifestyle, giving you a multitude of options that will help you live a healthy life to the fullest.
Marketing functional foods to the world's whole food market is a challenge we at Hidalgo Foods have undertaken. We want to give each and every person a healthy choice to enjoy functional foods from our ancestors, as well as information to help educate them about health awareness.
