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Haze is an atmospheric condition where particles, smoke, dust and moisture suspend in the air obscuring visibility. Sources of haze include emissions from power plants, industrial activities, traffic as well as farming practices.

Anti-Haze Tips

Haze is an atmospheric condition where particles, smoke, dust and moisture suspend in the air obscuring visibility. Sources of haze include emissions from power plants, industrial activities, traffic as well as farming practices.

 

Forest fires in countries like the US, Australia and Europe during the hot and dry summer season are also a source of haze.

 

In Southeast Asia, haze poses a serious and recurring problem every year, particularly between May to October, due to the burning of forests in some countries to clear land. The Air Quality and Pollution Index over the past week (Aug 5 – Aug 14 2015) has been increasing and according to the index below is reaching dangerously high levels. So what can we do to help ourselves?

 

 

 

51 -100

Moderate

Air quality is acceptable; however, for some pollutants there may be a moderate health concern for a very small number of people who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.

101-150

Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is not likely to be affected.

151-200

Unhealthy

Everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects

 

I have been in countries where the haze has been due to pollution from traffic, industrial activities and now from forest fires. I normally have an allergic reaction to these conditions where my eyes will not stop watering, I sneeze incontrollably , feel very low in energy and cannot wait to get fly out to another country where the air is cleaner!

 

However, I know many of us do not have that option so I would like to share with you some of the little tips and tricks that have helped me and hope that you may find some relief from trying out one or more of these tips.

 

  1. Drink Plenty of fresh, filtered water with slices of lemon . If you have access to parsley and coriander (wash them well please), tear the leaves off the stem and put them into your GLASS bottle of water with the lemon slices . No plastic bottles please!
  2. Increase the intake of fresh fruits and vegetables, increase Vit C intake and any supplements that strengthen your immune system. They help the body to flush out toxins absorbed through the skin and lungs, and a strong immune system will help prevent inflammation that could lead to other health issues. Cut down on alcohol and coffee as they promote fluid loss and leach nutrients from the body. Use Apple Cider Vinegar or lemon juice to soak fruits and vegetbles in for about 2-3 min to make sure any pollutants are removed as far as possible. Choose organic only where possible.
  3. Stay away from processed foods, sugar, dairy as these put more pressure onto your body that is already being attacked by external pollutants. Eat meat/fish/eggs sparingly if at all.
  4. Avoid outdoor activities, especially outdoor sports.Children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those suffering from chronic illnesses, especially heart and respiratory disease, should remain indoors when haze hits unhealthy levels. Healthy adults should avoid unnecessary outdoor activities. If you must exercise outdoor, avoid exercising in highly congested areas near busy roads and freeways, particularly during rush hours.
  5. Close all windows, doors and any openings that may allow haze to enter your home and office.Turn on the air conditioner if you have one. Note: If the weather is unusually warm, it can become dangerous if you stay indoor with no fresh air intake and do not have an air conditioner. In this case, seek alternative shelter.
  6. Use an air purifier to keep the particulate levels low.Choose an air purifier that is suitable for the size and type of your home. Avoid air cleaners that generate ozone as they may generate more air pollutants. If you have multiple rooms, each room may need to be equipped with one air purifier to ensure the air is cleaned efficiently. Regularly replace the filters in the air purifier according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  7. Keep air conditioner in tip-top working condition with regular cleaning and servicing.Fine particles can enter an air-conditioned building through the fresh air intake as well as any openings and gaps.
  8. If you are staying in a building with a central air conditioning system, install an air cleaning device.This helps to reduce the amount of air contaminants that may be circulating in the building.
  9. Take your medication regularly if you are suffering from an existing disease, especially heart disease and respiratory disease.If you feel breathless at any point in time, seek medical attention immediately.
  10. Limit or avoid smoking indoor and the use of gas stove, wood fireplace, candles, incense and anything that burns and emits smoke.In an enclosed area, smoke, gases and pollutants emitted from burning sources are trapped indoor and can build up to hazardous level if they continue to burn for an extended period of time.
  11. Dry skin brushing or exfoliating your skin in the bath or shower. See http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/02/24/dry-skin-brushing.aspx You can also use a loofah to exfoliate your skin in a shower or bath – the skin is your largest organ, exposed daily to pollutants around you. So cleaning your skin and then nourishing it will allow you to keep the internal body clean as well.
  12. Put a couple of drops of Eucalyptus oil in a small dish of steaming hot water. Hang your head over the bowl, place a towel over the back of your head to create a tent, close your eyes and gently breathe in the healing qualities of this oil until you feel your sinuses begin to drip. Do a few times throughout the day. It’s effective and easy.
  13. Alternate nostril breathing.Cover your right nostril and inhale though your left nostril for a count of five. Hold for a count of five. Then cover your left nostril and exhale through your right nostril for a count of five. Inhale through your right nostril and hold for five.. Cover your right nostril and exhale through your left. Do four more rounds. This helps ease symptoms.
  14. Downward-facing dog is a position that will help relieve stuffiness and drain trapped mucus from your nasal passage. Here’s an abbreviated way to perform this classic posture: Get on “all fours”, with hands positioned directly beneath your shoulders. Raise your bottom straight up into the air as you straighten both your arms and legs. You will resemble an inverted “V”. Press your hands and feet firmly into the floor as you push your buttocks up into the air. Inhale and exhale for a count of five; repeat four more times. Walk your hands in close to your feet (It’s okay to slightly bend your knees, if necessary.) and slowly return to standing.
  15. Reflexologyis a very effective way to clear sinus congestion. If you feel your sinuses congested or swollen, either visit a qualified reflexologist for relief or work your own sinus points. The sinus points are located on the pads of all of the toes and fingers. Breathe into points that feel sensitive until you feel a change in the level of sensation.
  16. Add enough horseradish, chili peppers, cayenne, wasabi or hot mustard to your food to cause your nasal passages to temporarily decongest.
  17. DIY ‘Vaseline’ – you will need:

1/4 cup Organic Cold Pressed Olive oil

1/4 cup  Virgin Cold Pressed Coconut Oil

2 TBSP Beeswax

You can use 1/2 cup of either olive oil or coconut oil if you don’t have both.  Coconut oil will be antibacterial and healing.  Olive oil will be antioxidant rich and nourishing.

 

  • Fill a medium sized pot with water and add a glass bowl with a spout.
  • Turn stove top to medium heat.
  • Add oils and wax.
  • Allow the ingredients to melt completely.
  • Pour into container.
  • Once cool (after about 30 minutes) stir to make a Vaseline consistency.

 

Feel free to add essential oils to increase effectiveness of this concoction to protect against the haze! Use this as replacement to whatever you need to use Vaseline (a petroleum by product is not good for your body!)

In this situation , add Eucalyptus as it decongests and soothes a raw nose. Use this by rubbing a little into the insides of your nostril before bed and first thing in the morning to stop any unwanted particles from entering your nasal passages!

 

By: Maizan Ahern

August 2015

Sources:

http://blissair.com/health-effects-of-haze.htm

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/02/24/dry-skin-brushing.aspx

 

"I was making a lot of almond milk with a blender, until I met the Chufamix. This product has saved my copious amounts of time when prepping my veggie and nut milks. It is so easy to use and saves washing up time for me ...

Happy Chufamix Nut Milk Maker Fans

"I was making a lot of almond milk with a blender, until I met the Chufamix. This product has saved my copious amounts of time when prepping my veggie and nut milks. It is so easy to use and saves washing up time for me. As a professional chef, I look for products like this, and they really help me. I would highly recommend Chufamix Nut Milk and Vegetable Milk Maker to anyone wanting to incorporate veggie and nut milks into their diet but who has little time to prepare it. I ordered the product directly from the website:www.thebluecrane.asia, and the product arrived super fast. Thank you for introducing it to me, now I cannot live without it.

Love True Food Founder , Lakshmi Harilela, Hong Kong

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" .. we had delivery of our Chufamix and I've made some cashew nut milk with dates and orange peel ... delicious!! And my partner loved it too - yay! He's looking forward to having some more at brekkie time.."

Leanne, Melbourne

 

"Made this all time favourite by everyone! Yes a Pancake ! Who needs to add milk into it if u can make your own vege nut milk? I substitute the milk by using raw almond milk and it taste yummy and has a nice nutty taste to it."

"Chufamix is the best!"

"Made this healthy soy milk and soy jelly for the kids! Thanks to chufamix for making this so easy!"

Ivy Ng, Malaysia

 

"Just got mine and made the almond milk.Was super easy and tastes great!Can't begin to explore other recipes using the Chufamix."

Manisha, Malaysia

 

 

 

 

Today Tonight just did(25th Sept 2014) an expose on Almond Milk and how so many on the market have so little Almonds in the milk. In fact they quoted the majority of the ones on the shelf had as little as 2 to 4%, with the highest being 12%, so...

Benefits of Almond Milk

Today Tonight just did(25th Sept 2014) an expose on Almond Milk and how so many on the market have so little Almonds in the milk. In fact they quoted the majority of the ones on the shelf had as little as 2 to 4%, with the highest being 12%, so concluded that the benefits were not really there.

Hard to argue with such low percentages, but the other question to look at is, if in the right proportions of Almonds to milk is it good for you. Then to ask so how can I increase the quality of the Almond milk I drink.

Let’s tackle the second question first.

The simple way is to make your own Almond milk, then you can control the % of Almonds to milk as well as what goes into it. Typically shelf milks have fillers, preservatives and the like to make them last. So if you make your own and refrigerate, you are in control. The reason people don’t make their own in our research is that it involves, fuss, mess and time and a Nut Milk bag…… UNTIL NOW.

There is a product on the market that allows you to make your own Almond Milk, no mess, no fuss and no Nut Milk bag, using a device called a Chufamix. Details can be found at www.thebluecrane.asia

Typically the percentage of Almonds to water is 25 to 30%, and it is all Organic(if you use organic Almonds) and no hidden nasties.

So now to the first question, is Almond milk good for you. Here are some facts.

1) Almond milk contains a good source of Vitamin E, so slows aging and helps prevent cancer, through being High in Antixodants. It also contains Flavonoids which help reduce the number of free radicals in the body, helping to prevent degenerative diseases such as osteoporosis and type 2 diabetes.

2) Almond Milk is Good for the Heart.

It contains no cholesterol or saturated fats, unlike COW’S milk, so won’t damage your cardiovascular system. High in omega-3 fatty acids it helps with lowering ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol, and protects the heart.

3) Almond Milk has high levels of Vitamins and minerals, much higher than Rice and Soy products.

Copper, zinc, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Calcium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Selenium. Some other milks are fortified with some of the above, they all occur naturally in Almond Milk.

4) Almond Milk has little in the way of fats and Calories.

At about 40 calories a serve, it is great for those fat and calorie conscious amongst us.

5) Almond Milk has NO animal by products.

If you make it at home and control what it contains, Almonds + Water, add some natural dates for sweetening perhaps, so it is suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians.

Conclusion.

Almond Milk is good for you, but so much better for you if you make your own. With the new Chufamix product you can do so in minutes. Look at how by visiting www.thebluecrane.asia.

Omega 3 and Chia Seeds   Chia Seeds are very high in the Omega 3 fatty acid ALA. They are also high in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and protein. All of these nutrients are essential for bone health. A few interesting points about Chia seeds:   Chia is gluten free High...

Omega 3 and Chia Seeds

Omega 3 and Chia Seeds

 

Chia Seeds are very high in the Omega 3 fatty acid ALA. They are also high in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and protein. All of these nutrients are essential for bone health. A few interesting points about Chia seeds:

 

  • Chia is gluten free
  • High in dietary fibre
  • Rich in  Omega 3 ALA – superfood for the brain and heart
  • 8 x more Omega 3 than salmon
  • It is composed 20% protein – a complete vegetarian protein
  • High in antioxidants
  • 5 x more calcium than milk
  • 7 x more Vitamin C than oranges
  • 3 x more iron than spinach
  • Positive impact balancing blood glucose levels  (important for diabetics)
  • Egg replacement when baking - combine with water to form gel – add it to replace egg (see our recipe

 

Chia seeds have a higher percentage of protein than any other grain. Chia's protein is easily absorbed and digestable. It is a complete protein source, with all the essential amino acids - 18 of the 22 amino acids, including all nine essential amino acids: isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, valine, and histadine.

 

 

Chia is the richest natural source of Omega 3. Omega 3 and 6 help our brain functions and brightens our mood. They also help our central nervous system and cell membranes health. Chia has a favorite ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6, and has the highest known natural percentage of alpha linolenic fatty acid. More than flax seeds (which needs to be ground, and has a limited shelf life) or salmon. Omega oils are important for vitamin assimilation, and for the health of your vital organs, especially your thyroid and skin cells. Chia contains long chain triglycerides in the right proportions to reduce cholesterol on arterial walls

 

In addition to its extremely high Omega-3 content, Chia has other components that make it attractive for human nutrition: antioxidants, fiber, vitamins B1, B2, B3, plus minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, potassium, iron, zinc and copper

 

How would you eat chia seeds? Try our recipes in our blog for:

Chia pudding with almond crumble

Chocolate Banana Chia cupcake 

Chia Banana cupcake

Cupcakes are a little heavier in texture than normal cupcakes but packed with all the goodness of almonds, chia, raw cacao and more

A Very Nutty Bread (Stenalder Broed)

The link between food elements - in this case Omega 3 and effect on brain function and behaviour.

Omega 3 in the News

Omega 3 and Behaviour

 

There has been a spotlight lately on the importance of Omega 3 in our diets.

 

The ABC aired a documentary recently which featured a pilot feasibility study looking at the effect of fish oils and multivitamins and minerals on aggressive behaviour. This study repeats a study that was done in the UK and the Netherlands where supplements of omega-3s, vitamins and minerals for prisoners may reduce the number and severity of reprimands by up to 35%.

 

Omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids (EFA). They are necessary for human health but the body can’t make them -- you have to get them through food. Also known as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in brain function, as well as normal growth and development. They have also become popular because they may reduce the risk of heart disease.

 

Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. Omega-3 fatty acids are highly concentrated in the brain and appear to be important for cognitive (brain memory and performance) and behavioral function, thus justifying that further research needs to be done to look into the efficacy of omega-3s, vitamins and minerals for reduction of aggressive or depressive behaviours.

 

Symptoms of omega-3 fatty acid deficiency include fatigue, poor memory, dry skin, heart problems, mood swings or depression, and poor circulation.

It is important to have the proper ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 (another essential fatty acid) in the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation, and most omega-6 fatty acids tend to promote inflammation.

 

New studies are identifying potential benefits for a wide range of conditions including cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Source:

  1. Omega-3 fatty acids | University of Maryland Medical Center http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/omega3-fatty-acids#ixzz3AjZy8aFn 

     2.  http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst/stories/4056553.htm

A breast cancer diagnosis would be a big shock to all women. But a positive mind, the best food and exercise can be used effectively to manage the outcome - after you have sourced the best surgeon to develop a treatment plan, work on what you want - a healthy body, mind and soul .

Breast Cancer? Me?.... What's Next?

It was the question I asked myself when I was diagnosed at the age of 28. I did not fit the typical profile of a breast cancer patient. I had had a child at 22, breastfed my child for almost a year; I didn’t drink, didn’t smoke, did not take any drugs and had never had a serious illness in my life… until then!

 

I was lucky enough to be cared for by a compassionate surgeon who made me feel that I was a normal healthy young woman (minus 1 breast!) and I should consider myself lucky to be alive. Not for one moment while I was in hospital did he allow me to feel sorry for myself.

 

And so that was probably the biggest lesson I learned after the brush with breast cancer – that I needed to change my mindset – from being afraid, uncertain, to being absolutely certain that I would get over this. Transforming this negative energy of fear, doubt into the positive energy of hope, love and happiness was what I needed to stay healthy and move forward with my life…

 

I also learnt that exercise was key in recovering from breast cancer. I was given stretching exercises the day after my surgery, made to walk and move around as much as I could, without overdoing it of course.  I as encouraged to get fresh air and sunshine by walking around the grounds of the hospital whenever I felt like it.

 

Dr Michael Bender, my surgeon was an avid believer in ‘you are what you eat’ so he gave me sound nutritional advice all those many years ago – advising me to stay away from meat (especially those injected with hormones and other chemicals), stay organic wherever possible and consider sticking to the diet I grew up with – rice, vegetables and fish.

 

Thus 28 years later, I am healthier than I have ever been in my life, full of infinite energy, am passionate about what I do – pilates, yoga, meditation and this passion has turned into a business. I am also passionate about food and lately my business has evolved into one that incorporates good nutritional advice to provide a holistic service to my beautiful clients and friends.

 

                              

The Blue Crane Pop Up Store – Country Heights, Kajang, Malaysia Lactose free, dairy free, vegan recipes were a hit at our Chufamix pop up store CHUFAMIX – the first device to make veggie milk (and more) easily, with no mess and no fuss!   The idea of a pop-up store...

Vegetable Milk, Raw Food and More... The Blue Crane Pop Up Store

The Blue Crane Pop Up Store – Country Heights, Kajang, Malaysia

Lactose free, dairy free, vegan recipes were a hit at our Chufamix pop up store CHUFAMIX – the first device to make veggie milk (and more) easily, with no mess and no fuss!

 

The idea of a pop-up store came from experiencing a few interesting, hip, pop-up cafes in Perth. I thought that some  tired, hungry yogis and yoginis hard at work at their Yin yoga class would welcome some nourishing food during their lunch break. So with much love and many Ommmms.. we created a menu that would nourish their heart mind and soul without straining their digestive system too much. We did want them to concentrate after lunch and not fall asleep!

 

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We designed the menu around mainly RAW FOOD, gluten free, sugar free, dairy free vegetable and plant based only, with warmth to the body coming from spices that would add the zing to the raw offerings. So the menu consisted of: Almond and Date Milk, Cashew Milk , Cashew Nut Cheese, Almond and Sesame Hummus, Savoury Mixed Nut crackers… all recipes are available on our website. We also served a green salad with a boiled lemon dressing (not quite raw) but nutritious nevertheless.

 

The starving yogis and yoginis were then given a short talk on the benefits of RAW FOODS, the process of making them in a Chufamix Veggie Milk Maker and then invited to sample the offerings….

 

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Everyone jumped in with great enthusiasm – from the feedback I received, it was not just the hunger talking. Even my junior pop-up store staff were pleasantly surprised – and you know how hard it is to get teenagers to eat anything resembling healthy… well, most of the time! Close ups of the Almond n Sesame Hummus, Cashew Nut Cheese and Savoury Nut Crackers shown….with one of my junior staff creating a mini triple cracker ‘burger’ with cashew nut cheese and the ‘very yummy’ savoury crackers.

Menopausal symptoms hit us quite suddenly and many women become confused, afraid, uncertain as to how to address the many changes in their body they inevitably feel. This article is about my personal journey of accepting, taking control of my own body and mind while researching valuable information from many sources.What I learned most what that the information needed to be transformed into wisdom - making the relevant changes to my diet, exercise and general mental as well as physical wellbeing. I have benefited greatly from being mainly vegetarian, focusing on a wide variety of locally sourced, organic fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, making green smoothies and being a raw food enthusiast in summer or in hot weather but cooking mindfully when I need that warm soothing nurturing feeling of a hot lentil soup or curry in winter. It is all about balance - of the mind, soul and body. Namaste!

A Personal Journey - towards a lactose-free, gluten and sugar free, raw food lifestyle

A Personal Journey – towards a lactose free, gluten free, sugar free and raw food lifestyle.

 

It was about 6 years ago, as I turned 50, that I noticed many things going wrong with me – physically and emotionally. My lower back started to ache every day as I got out of bed, my stomach felt more bloated by the day and I started to pack on the kilos, even though I had not changed my diet nor increased my intake of food. I was a Pilates instructor (and still am, although I have added yoga and meditation to my daily practice) and was horrified that I could not diagnose nor manage my own back pains!

 

I became moody, short tempered and snapped at me beautiful daughter and husband for no apparent reason! I really did not like myself much. So I decided to consult with my GP and she gave me the standard spiel – menopausal symptoms from hormonal imbalance, possible onset of osteoporosis, possible lack of calcium and protein in my diet etc.

 

So the recommended regime was to look at my diet, add a cup or two of yogurt (I only had milk in my coffee and tea), eat a little more red meat, cardio and more weight bearing exercises. Supplement with good multivitamins and symptoms should clear up. I followed the recommendation diligently as I have always been a health advocate since my bout with breast cancer at the age of 28! I don’t smoke, don’t drink alcohol, have not been on any long-term medication, never been sick since that stress induced (more about that another day!) breast cancer.

 

For 2 weeks as I followed the regime, I became increasingly more bloated, more moody and hardly had any energy at all to get myself out of bed in the mornings. So I decided I had to take matters into my own hands and listen closely to my body!

 

I researched Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine and ancient healing practices from my own culture and tradition (Malay healing herbs and concoctions). I chose to do a course of acupuncture, traditional Chinese herbs to clear chi (energy) blockages as well as herbs to strengthen and support my liver and kidney functions. In THREE DAYS…. My symptoms disappeared. In SEVEN DAYS … I jumped out of bed and felt the world had opened up and pumped me up with eternal, flowing energy every moment of every day. I have not looked back since!

 

What else did I do? I was advised to give up coffee, dairy products, sugar, gluten and any processed foods with gluten (soy sauce for example), minimize animal protein except eggs and double my intake of greens – lightly steamed or raw. I started using good quality, non-GMO, non-adulterated soymilk and various nut milks in my tea if I felt like it and WOW… the difference it made to me was almost unbelievable.

 

Today I am 95% dairy and lactose free, use nut milks (almonds, brazil nuts, macadamia nuts), seed nuts (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds), make coconut milk from scratch and stay away from white processed sugar. I make nut breads with no wheat and use a variety of flours like buckwheat, flax meal and lots of chia seeds to give texture and binding capabilities to crackers and bread if I ever feel like it. I am also 95% vegetarian, having lost any desire to eat meat of any kind although sometime weaken when I smell fresh barbecued sardines!

 

I make nut and seed milks daily with ease using my Chufamix veggie and nut milk maker (I was glad to give up the nut mylk bags) and use the remaining pulp to make gluten free crackers, dips, energy balls, healthy cupcakes which I must say with great pride, that my now 16 yr old teenager actually likes!

 

My journey continues with heightened awareness of what my physical body is telling me when I overindulge (too many raw cacao balls or raw cashew cream cakes) and to take a well balanced view of what I need personally to feel strong, healthy and brimming with energy at all times. I find that practicing a combination of yoga, Pilates and chi gong meditation gives me the emotional and spiritual balance I need to live life to the fullest each moment of each day, every day! Namaste!

 

For comments, questions or more information contact maizanahern@yahoo.com

 

A non-dairy beverage alternative is the commonly used term to classify nut milks. seed milks, vegetable milks and is a fast growing industry. Most commercially produced non-dairy beverage alternatives have other ingredients like syrup, oils, stabilisers, flavourings added to address various taste requirements in the market. Chufamix allows you to make fresh milks or 'mylks' quickly, use various combinations of nuts or seeds and vegetables, natural flavourings according to taste, in less than 5 minutes! A pain free, time and money saving product suitable for all those with lactose intolerances, vegans. vegetarians and anyone who is looking for healthier non-dairy beverages.

Chufamix and the Market for Non-Dairy Beverages

The dairy-free beverage alternatives include plant-based milk that is processed through cereals, nuts, seeds, vegetables, ancient grains (quinoa, chia) etc. The global market shows a significant growth due to increasing number of people with lactose-intolerance and milk allergies, growing number of vegans and vegetarians, etc. who are adopting a dairy-free diet.

The global market for dairy free beverage alternatives is projected to grow at a CAGR of 15% from 2013 to 2018*. In 2012, the Asia-Pacific region dominated this market. The market was dominated by soy milk, both, in terms of value and volume. Almond milk is projected to grow due to increasing popularity among the consumers.  

While the market for dairy-free beverages market is set to boom, it is still very hard to find a carton of these plant based milk beverages which is certified non-GMO, without added oil or/and sweeteners or anything else added. The cost of these cartons of almond, rice, oat or soy milks which are deemed organic (but with  questionable organic thickeners, sweeteners etc added) can be prohibitive for families. 

This is where making fresh nut milks, cereal milks, seed milks and vegetable milks (mylks) becomes a good value proposition. All gluten free, dairy free, sugar free and preservative free! You can make these milks as you need them, they taste sensational and you KNOW what is in it – only nuts, seeds, cereals, grains or vegetables and water! Of course you may add dates, raw cacao, raisins, orange peel , vanilla (all organic of course) to suit you and your children’s tastes but the range is only limited by your imagination! They last 3-5 days in the refrigerator in a glass container but I find it is finished within 2 days because it is too delicious to be left lingering in the fridge!

 This is why Chufamix is the perfect solution for making fresh, unadulterated nut, cereal, seed, grains and vegetable milks – it takes less than 5 minutes to make the milk, sieve the pulp, clean the sieve and store the pulp for future use. No more messy nut (milk) mylk bags and more time to enjoy the milk in my tea or on its own when I need that extra oomph for the day!

*Source: Food Navigator USA

The Blue Crane  is a company that aims to bring quality health and wellness products and services into the Asian and Pacific markets. We are passionate about holistic health and wellness, believing that we should leave no stone unturned in our quest to share inner peace and  love through food and  practices like yoga, pilates, meditation, chi gong and taichi. 

The Blue Crane

The Blue Crane  is a company that aims to bring quality health and wellness products and services into the Asian and Pacific markets. We are passionate about holistic health and wellness, believing that we should leave no stone unturned in our quest to share inner peace and  love through food and  practices like yoga, pilates, meditation, chi gong and taichi. 

 We chose the name 'The Blue Crane' as the crane is a symbol of longevity and auspiciousness., two of the most precious qualities that we hope to enjoy during our lives.The crane also represents lasting,  soaring spirit , health and happiness. Cranes with a lotus signifies longevity and purity. In the West, the symbol of the pink or blue crane signifies a new birth. According to ancient Japanese legend, anyone who folds a paper crane will be granted a wish

 

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