Carotenoids

Carotenoids are a group of compounds that support eye health & immune function. The old adage that you should eat your carrots to see at night is somewhat true - the carotenoids Lutein & Zeanthin are founds in the retina where they help preserve your eye sight.

This group of compounds is given away by the orange colour. They're abundant in orange coloured produce, but also in greens too!

Lycopene

A carotenoid, lycopene helps to protect against gene damaging free radicals. It has been linked with protection against prostate cancer as well as heart & lung diseases.

Lycopene is found in red fruits & veggies like strawberries, raspberries, beetroots and tomatoes. It's therefore naturally abundant in our red shakes.

Flavonoids

Flavonoids are a group of compounds including quercetin and kaempferol that help with communication between cells. This is very important as it facilitates processes like apoptosis or autophagy which protect against cancer, as well as triggering detoxification and fighting inflammation.

Famously found in Olive Oil, they're in rich supply in many berries - particularly blueberries and raspberries - as well as in Kale. You'll also find them in our matcha and cacao shakes.

Ellagic Acid

Linked with reducing cholesterol, Ellagic Acid also has protective antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. 

You'll find the highest levels of Ellagic Acid in shakes containing Raspberry, Strawberries and Blackberries. 

Resveratrol

Resveratrol is linked with increased blood flow to the brain, supporting congnitive function as well as cardiovascular health. 

It's found in the skins of strawberries & blueberries as well as peanuts in our range. 

Glucosinolates

Glucosinolates are a group of compounds that are found in cruciferous veg. They have been shown to regulate inflammation and stress response as well as energy production. There is lab evidence of cancer fighting properties too, though this is still being researched.

You'll find glucosinolates in our green smoothies from the broccoli in them.

Adaptogens

Adaptogens are said to help moderate stress & cope with the demands of modern life by maintaining balance.

You'll find ashwagandha and maca in many of our shakes for this reason.

Phytosterols

This ground of compounds is chemically similar to cholesterol, meaning they can block the absorption of cholesterol from foods and help to decrease LDL and prevent heart disease.

Abundant in plant foods, you'll find phytosterols in all of our shakes.

Lignans

Considered a phytoestrogen, lignans have been linked with the prevention of hormone-related cancers like ovarian. There's ongoing research into this area.

You'll find lignans in many of our shakes - they're found in Kale, broccoli and strawberries but are particularly abundant in Flaxseed. 

Curcumin

An effective antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, curcumin has been widely studied due to its links with combatting cancer cell growth, carcinogen metabolism and more. Other trials have shown it to be helpful for combatting inflammatory diseases.

Curcumin is found in Turmeric, and it's best absorbed in conjunction with Black Pepper - so you'll always find the two together in your FOGA shakes.

Beta Carotene

Beta carotene is a precursor to Vitamin A, meaning that our bodies make Vitamin A from it as they need it (which makes it pregnancy safe). Vitamin A supports normal immune function, healthy skin, eye health and normal thyroid function.

Your daily FOGA provides at least 2mg of Beta Carotene - which is enough to provide 100% of your RDA of Vitamin A. If you need it.

Vitamin B1

Thiamin boosts your energy levels by helping with the conversion of carbohydrates into energy. It also contributes to the normal function of the nervous system, supporting cognitive ability, as well as everyday functions like speech &
mobility.

Your daily FOGA provides at least 1mg of Thiamin - that's 100% of your needs. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Vitamin B2

Riboflavin assists in the conversion of food into energy. It plays a supporting role in a wide variety of functions, helping other vitamins like folate, B6, niacin as well as iron & vitamin K. It has been linked with the prevention of
migraines, although research is ongoing.

Your daily FOGA provides around 100% of your Riboflavin needs with at least 1.5mg per shake. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Vitamin B3

Niacin, or nicotinamide, plays an important role in maintaining brain health as well as fighting tiredness and fatigue. It's also linked with the maintenance of normal cholesterol levels. 

Niacin requirements fall with age, and you can have too much. Your daily FOGA will give you about 45% of typical daily requirement; it's prevalent in many foods so you won't struggle to make up the rest.

Vitamin B5

Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic Acid to its friends - is an essential vitamin. It helps to maintain cognitive performance as well as the production of essential hormones. It is also used by the digestive system in creating digestive enzymes.

Your daily FOGA will provide around 80% of your B5 needs to help you boost focus & brain power. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Vitamin B6

B6 is essential to the processing of protein and amino acids - the building blocks of DNA. It's also used in the production of red blood cells and in the regulation of hormones.

Your daily FOGA packed in all of your Vitamin B6 needs in just one shake. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Vitamin B7

Biotin is the Beauty B-Vitamin famous for supporting healthy, glowing hair, skin & nails. It also plays a number of other supporting roles in metabolism and nervous system.

We infuse buckwheat with Biotin, to give you at least 0.1mg per serving - that's 100% of your RDA. 

Vitamin B9

Folate is well known for its role in pregnancy - it is recommended supplementation before & during pregnancy - but its role in the body is wider than that. It's essential in the production of energy, neurological function, blood formation
and much more.

This essential nutrient is in rich supply in our shakes, which offer up to 130% of your daily Folate needs. It's water soluble, so you can't have too much.

Vitamin B12

Famously rare in plant foods, B12 is recommended supplementation for those on a plant based diet. It plays an important role in energy production and neurological function.

A single FOGA plantshake will give you 100% of your B12 needs.

We use a highly bioavailable form that it contained in inactive yeast to make it food state & easy absorb.

Choline

Not strictly a Vitamin, Choline is included here because it is chemically similar to the other B-Vitamins. It is an essential dietary nutrient which impacts liver function and brain health as well as helping with the metabolism of lipids -
that's fat burning to you and I. 

Your daily FOGA shake is a source of Choline, with at least 15% of your RDA covered off. The remainder will be easily found in your diet through broccoli, cauliflower, beef, eggs and nuts.

Vitamin C

The jack-of-all-vitamins, vitamin C provides powerful immune support, maximises nutrient absorption and helps recovery. It also promotes the production of collagen for soft, glowing skin.

We supercharge the Vitamin C levels in our shakes with Acerola Cherry, which is extraordinarily rich in Vit C and - as a food not a chemical - is very easily absorbed. Your daily shake contains up to 120% of your daily RDA.

Vitamin D3

We are all advised to supplement with Vitamin D during the winter, but it's important we get the right type. We use Vitamin D3 (sourced from Algae, so it's vegan) in our shakes, which is the most bioavailable form. It plays an essential role
in maintaining healthy teeth, bones & muscles.

Your daily FOGA shake gives you 100% of your Vitamin D requirements in the bioactive D3 form. Sourced from Algae, so it's vegan friendly.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E helps maintain healthy glowing skin and healthy eyes. Don't accuse it of being superficial, though, it also strengthens our immune defences. 

Your daily FOGA plantshake provides 100% of your RDA of Vitamin E in a natural, tocopherol, form.

Vitamin K

Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting - helping you to quickly heal life's bumps and scrapes. It also plays a role in keeping your bones healthy. 

We opt for a food state Vitamin K that our bodies should digest & absorb better than any synthetic form. Your daily shake gives you all the Vitamin K you need within inactive yeast.

Magnesium

Known for reducing muscle cramps through balancing electrolytes, magnesium also plays a key role in energy creation and maintaining healthy teeth & bones. 

Your daily FOGA provides at least 75mg of Magnesium (15% of RDA). We use Magnesium Bisglycinate, in which Magnesium Atoms are bonded to 2 Amino Acid molecules for maximum absorption & gut-friendliness.

Iron

One of the easiest minerals to miss out on, Iron is critical for energy & performance because it is needed to create red blood cells that transport oxygen around the body.

You get at least 2.1mg of Iron in your daily FOGA - thats 15% of your RDA. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Zinc

Zinc is essential for a strong immune system, as well as helping you to maintain healthy glowing skin & normal hormone levels.

Your daily FOGA provides at least 100% of your daily Zinc needs with 8.0mg or more per shake. It's carried on Amino Acids for maximum absorption, and gut friendliness compared with the standard Zinc Citrate.

Copper

Always the bridesmaid, Copper helps out (as a co-enzyme) in a huge range of functions in the body. From hair & skin, to nervous system & metabolism, you need copper for all sorts of things.

You'll get around 45% of your daily copper needs in your morning FOGA shake. It's infused into buckwheat sprouts for easy absorption.

Calcium

Famous for supporting strong teeth & bones, calcium's true role is much broader. It plays a role in muscle & nervous health as well as in boosting energy.

You'll get around 5% of your daily calcium needs in your morning FOGA shake. It's naturally occurring in the fruit & veggies we use. 

Potassium

Essential for maintaining good muscle and neurological function, potassium is in rich supply in bananas. Easy to lose when we sweat, your daily shake will help top you back up.

You'll get around 20% of your daily potassium needs in your morning FOGA shake. It's naturally occurring in the fruit & veggies we use. 

Manganese

Manganese is an essential mineral that supports you by boosting energy, protecting your cells and keeping your bones & joins working normally.

Your daily FOGA gives you at least 0.6mg of Manganese which is 30% of your RDA. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Selenium

Critical in protecting our cells against oxidative damage, selenium is also essential for normal thyroid function. It plays an important role in men's reproductive health too.

You tick off 100% of your Selenium needs with your daily FOGA. Ours is infused into Buckwheat Sprouts, helping the body to recognise it as food and absorb it.

Chromium

Chromium is important for maintaining normal blood sugar levels  through its role in the action of insulin. It has also been linked with keeping cholesterol under control.

We infuse buckwheat with Chromium, to give you at least 40 μg per serving - that's 100% of your RDA. 

Iodine

Iodine helps to support cognitive and neurological function, keeping your brain on top form. It also helps with thyroid function.

This essential nutrient is in rich supply in our shakes, which offer up to 70% of your daily Iodine needs.

Molybdenum

A bit of a mouthful, Molybdenum is important for the metabolism of amino acids. 

You get 50% of your Molybdenum needs from your daily FOGA shake, that's 25 μg, and it's infused into buckwheat sprouts.