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New Boku Super Protein Can Keep the Body Young

March 4th, 2010 admin No comments

Current research demonstrates that as we age we tend to lose muscle mass, and the best way to avoid muscle loss is to increase our protein intake. Yet as people get older they often have trouble digesting high protein foods and supplements, this is mainly due to the high levels of saturated fat contained in the most common animal based protein sources.  So we at BōKU® formulated one of the most hypo-allergenic and easily digestible protein powders on the market.

Most protein supplements are marketed toward bodybuilders and athletes as the only ones who specifically want to build muscle.  In reality, adequate protein intake is vital for everyone and plays a critical role in anti-aging, muscle mass retention, weight control, and even boosting our immune systems.

Loss of skeletal muscle begins between the ages of 30 and 40 in most people even those with good nutritional habits. In a 2008 study that focused on the optimal amount of protein intake in the elderly, R. Wolfe, et al. discovered that as one aged the recommended daily allowance of 0.36 grams of protein/lb of body weight (weighing 150 lbs. would require one to consume at least 54g or 2oz of pure protein) for adults became inadequate. The researchers found that “protein intake greater than the RDA can improve muscle mass, strength and function in the elderly. In addition, other factors, including immune status, wound healing, blood pressure and bone health may be improved by increasing protein intake above the RDA.”

The only difficulty noted is that as people age they may have a reduced appetite or trouble digesting foods with high protein content. This often leads them to “consume less than the protein RDA, likely resulting in an accelerated rate of sarcopenia.”

Digestion troubles, as well as allergies, bad taste and the protein needs of vegans and vegetarians are what prompted Rollé to develop the new BōKU® Super Protein powder. BōKU’s Master Formulator, Dr. BJ Adrezin, come up with a protein formula that could be used by the greatest number of people possible. He formulated an organic, vegan, kosher, protein powder that is completely free of dairy, soy, wheat and gluten and yet contains 26 grams of pure vegetable protein in every 30 gram serving.  The high protein content comes from raw, organic sprouted brown rice, and it contains an enzyme blend so it actually improves digestion.

Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed

Boku Super Protein Launch!

March 2nd, 2010 admin No comments

Boku International is very proud to announce that the new BoKU Super Protein is now available for purchase.

Our new protein powder has 26 grams of protein in every 30 gram serving! The protein density comes from organic, raw, sprouted brown rice. It also contains coconut, vanilla bean and low-glycemic Vermont maple syrup to give it a mild flavor without added sugar. The taste is really very neutral so it takes on the flavor whatever beverage you put it in.

Protein, pouch w. blue scoop-pile cropped

It is vegan, organic, kosher and completely dairy, gluten, wheat and soy free!

Our protein mixes great with our Boku Super Food for a nutrient rich meal replacement!

Boku Super Protein is available in 30oz eco-friendly pouches for $39.95 ($34.95 on auto-ship!) at:

http://shop.bokusuperfood.com/detail_PR30__23.html

You can also check out www.bokusuperprotein.com for recipies and more info!

Is Obesity in the Eye of the Beholder?

February 8th, 2010 admin No comments

This is what Sherry Rauh believes may be the case in her WebMD feature “Is Fat the New Normal?”

She notes that 2/3 of Americans are overweight or obese which makes being seem like heavy the “average” body type. This is becoming more true as “the average American is 23 pounds heavier than his or her ideal body weight.”  The problem with this is that people tend to “equate ‘normal’ with average” and we are left with the idea that it is normal to be overweight, which may be detrimental to the health of many people.

Another interesting point that Rauh makes is that being overweight has a lot to do with where you live and who you associate with as people ten to emulate what they are used to. This means that they best thing that you can do for those around you is to be a healthy role model. If you tend to eat well and get regular exercise your positive actions have a good chance of rubbing off on thse closest to you!

Read all of Rauh’s article here: http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/is-fat-the-new-normal

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Need Some Extra Oomph this Valentine’s Day? Try Maca!

February 2nd, 2010 admin No comments

What is maca?

Maca is a cruciferous root vegetable in the same family as the turnip. It is native the Andes of Peru and Bolivia grown at altitudes between 13,000 and 15,000 feet (highest crop grown). The Andean Incas highly valued the root as they macabelieved it to increase energy, endurance and fertility in both humans and animals. They also used it as currency when bartering with peoples of other regions.

The root has recently been rediscovered for its high nutritional value. It is very mineral rich (such as calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc) as well as significant amounts of vitamins B1, B2, C, proteins, carbohydrates, and lignans.

However, it is the possible sexual functions of maca that arouses the most interest. Even today it is thought that this little root may alleviate menopausal symptoms in women, increase semen volume, sperm count and motility in men and enhance libido, endurance and fertility in both sexes.  The research that has been done on the herb has shown that even though it can create these types of results, it does not contain or directly influence actual sex hormones.

Since maca research is still in its infancy it is unknown why these hormonal effects often take place over long term maca use. One theory is that the alkaloids found in maca stimulates the endocrine system, another is that its adaptogenic properties allow the body to maintain hormonal homeostasis. Likely, it is the synergy of these as well as other biological processes that maca promotes.

The maca used in BōKU® Super Food is a special organic, fresh pressed maca root juice that is far more potent than plain powdered maca root. It is only one of the ingredients in BōKU® that can help add years to your life and life to your years!

Give the Gift of Health with a BoKU Gift Bundle!

December 9th, 2009 admin No comments

This holiday season, give your loved ones something that will make them feel spectacular Super Food nutrition!

Our gift bundle includes:

1 Ten Day Sample Pack of BōKU® Super Food (a $10 value)

1 BōKU® Shaker Bottle w/BlenderBall for perfect blending (a $10 value)

FREE shipping (a $5 value)

A $25 value for just $14.95!*

holiday special

Call us at 1-877-BOKU FOOD to place an order and we will ship the Holiday Gift Bundle right to your loved one with a handwritten gift note from you!

Show your friends and family how much you care by giving them something that is really good for them. Let your loved ones experience the benefits of pure, organic, whole food nutrition with BōKU®!

*(This bundle offer is only available in the U.S.)

Happy Holidays from the BōKU® Team!