Product Description Made from 100% pure blueberries Sprinkle dry, or add to liquid to rehydrate. Packed in China. Freeze dry blueberry powder is a natural and clever way to add flavour and colour to a dish. Best of all, it is a sneaky way of introducing some extra fruit into the diet. This blueberry powder is made of just blueberries, which means it has no added flavourings, no added colours, no added sugar, no preservatives, nothing but blueberry. There are endless uses for organic blueberry powder. The recommended serving is 1-2 tablespoons. Blend freeze-dried blueberry powder with other fruits for a refreshing smoothie. Add some to the batter of muffins or coffee cake for a charming blueberry taste. Blueberry powder also goes nicely swirled in frozen yogurt for a sweet and tart flavor. It can also be mixed with oatmeal, jellies, sauces, and juices. Sprinkle it over pudding and other desserts for a kick of antioxidants. Benefits This blueberry powder can be incorporated into drinks, desserts and sauces. Use blueberry powder to make: smoothies, milkshakes, lollies, jelly, flavouring yoghurt or ice-cream, meringue, coulis and sponges. It is also an ideal consistency for dusting onto puddings. 1) Antioxidant Powerhouse: According to researchers at the USDA Human Nutrition Center (HNRCA), blueberries rank #1 in antioxidant activity, compared to 40 other fresh fruits and vegetables. Blueberries are loaded with anthocyanins, the powerful antioxidants that give the berries their distinct bluish-purple color. These anthocyanins protect cells from the damaging effects of free radicals, which can lead to chronic conditions like heart disease, stroke, and cancer. 2) Lower Cholesterol Levels: If you have high blood cholesterol, adding blueberry powder to your diet may be helpful. In 2010, the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry published a study that examined the effect of blueberry extract on hamsters that consumed a high-fat diet. The group of hamsters that were given the blueberry extract had lower total and LDL “bad” cholesterol levels than those in the control group. 3) Cardiovascular Health: Blueberry powder can give you a heart-healthy boost! Consuming blueberries may reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, a precursor of heart disease that is characterized by the build-up of plaque in the arteries. A 2010 study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that blueberry-fed mice had less atherosclerotic plaque than the mice that did not receive blueberry supplementation. 4) Bone Health: Blueberries are rich in polyphenols which may protect bones and prevent osteoporosis. A 2010 study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research found that blueberry-fed rats had significantly more bone mass than the control group that did not receive blueberry supplements. This study suggests that the phenolic acids in blueberries may help retain bone mass and reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. 5) Brain Food: Blueberries may improve short-term memory loss and ameliorate age-related declines in cognitive function. A 2012 study published in Annals of Neurology looked at the effect of blueberry and strawberry consumption in 16,000 participants. The research found that people who consumed the most blueberries and strawberries exhibited less memory deterioration than those who did not eat the berries. In 2010, the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry published research indicating that blueberry consumption improved cognitive function and memory performance in older adults. Basic Analysis Analysis Description Appearance Purple Powder Size of Pieces 60mesh Taste Rich sweet blueberry flavour Moisture 5 – 8 % pH NMT 5 Total ash content NMT 5% Cadmium 1 ppm Lead 2 ppm Mercury 1ppm Arsenic 1 ppm Microbial Analysis Total Plate Count < 10,000 cfu/g AOAC 990.12 Total Yeast & Mold < 300 cfu/g AOAC 997.02 E. Coli < 10 cfu/g AOAC 991.14 Coliforms < 10 cfu/g AOAC 991.14 Salmonella Negative ELFA-AOAC Nutritional Information Typical Values Per 100g Energy 350 calories Protein 4.2g Carbohydrates 72g _of which sugars 60g Fat 1.8g _of which saturates <0.1g Fibre 14g Salt 0.02g Vegetarian, Vegan. Packed in a factory that also handles nuts, soya, sesame, eggs, milk, mustard, celery, wheat and gluten. Shelf life Temperature, 15°C to 25°C.Keep closed in a dry warehouse, free from infestation and not exposed to direct sunlight. Do not store adjacent to material that gives off strong odours. Gmo statement We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product was not produced from or with GMO plant material. By products & impurities statement We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product does not contain and was not manufactured with any of the following substances: Parabens Phthalates Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Solvents and Residual Solvents Gluten free statement We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is gluten-free and was not manufactured with any ingredients containing gluten. (Bse)/ (Tse) Statement We hereby confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is free of BSE/TSE. Cruelty-free statement We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not been tested on animals. Kosher statement We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Kosher standards. Vegan Statement We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Vegan standards. Food Allergen Information Component Present in the product Peanuts (and/or derivatives,) e.g., protein oil No Tree Nuts (and/or derivatives) No Seeds (Mustard, Sesame) (and/or derivatives) No Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Kamut or their hybrids No Gluten No Soybeans (and/or derivatives) No Dairy (including lactose) or Eggs No Fish or their products No Shellfish or their products No Celery (and/or derivatives) No Lupin (and/or derivatives) No Sulphites (and derivatives) (added or > 10 ppm) No