PowerButter Peanut Butter is the most exciting new protein and essential
fat replacement product in the market today. Made for active body builders,
fitness enthusiast and lifestyles, PowerButter’s unique formula is peanut
butter base and fortified with flax seed, flax oil and other proteins to
provide all the protein and essential fats needed to replenish the body during
and after a workout. And PowerButter is all-natural and contains no cholesterol
and no trans fatty acids and is high in protein and essential Omega- 3 and
Omega-6 fats to keep the body at peak performance and naturally balanced.
Great Taste and High Quality Nutrition
32g of protein, 20g good fats, 14g carbs, 6g fiber- 364 Calories per tube
PowerButter is easily consumed when and where you need it. It’s 2.25 oz.
pouch is lightweight, portable and has a shelf life of six months. Consume
PowerButter:
- Directly out of the tube.
- Spread on bread for a complete meal.
- Place it in a healthy shake to fortify protein and essential fat
intake.
- PowerButter can be taken everywhere. Take PowerButter hiking, skiing,
bicycling, jogging and to the fitness center where you work out for immediate
protein and nutrient replenishment. It’s just that simple.
Pwerbutter is made from peanut butter, flaxseed, flax oil, egg and other
proteins. Almost half—47%—of
PowerButter ‘s weight is
protein, an enormous
advantage over other
protein products. And with 32g
protein and 10.3g of
essential fat,
PowerButter is a proven source of high-
protein and high essential-fat
replenishment.
Peanuts and peanut butter are whole
foods that pack a lot of nutrition into
just one serving. In the legume or dried bean family, peanuts are a terrific
protein source. But the story gets better and better when you consider the
significant amounts of the following nutrients found in a single ounce of
peanuts.
One Ounce (or 30 Whole) Dry Roasted Peanuts
Percentage of Daily Value
Protein 14%
Total Fat 21%
Saturated Fat 10%
Carbohydrate 2%
Fiber 8%
Cholesterol 0%
Vitamin E 25%
Niacin 19%
Magnesium 12%
Folate 10%
Copper 10%
Phosphorous 10%
Potassium 10%
Thiamin 8%
Zinc 6%
Iron 4%
Calcium 2%
Research studies on large groups of people have found that people who often
eat peanuts and nuts have a much lower risk of heart disease. Also, scientists
are finding that diets high in monounsaturated fats, the type found in peanuts,
may also protect against heart disease.
Peanuts and peanut butter are whole
foods that contain a variety of vitamins
and minerals, ample
protein and beneficial unsaturated fats. Since they are
a plant food, they naturally contain no cholesterol.
Protein
Peanuts and peanut butter contain high-quality plant
protein. When comparing
peanuts to similar
foods, peanuts have more
protein than any other legume
or nut. This is especially important for children, vegetarians and people
eating more meatless meals.
Unsaturated Fats
Peanuts and peanut butter contain mostly beneficial monounsaturated and polyunsaturated
fats. These fats as compared to saturated fats have been shown to help lower
blood cholesterol levels. Lowering your blood cholesterol level may reduce
your risk of coronary heart disease.
Fiber
One ounce or one small handful of peanuts contains 2 big grams of fiber.
This is 8% of the fiber you need each day!
Vitamin E
One ounce of peanuts provided 25% of your daily need for vitamin E. Vitamin
E has been shown to act as an antioxidant, which may reduce the risk of coronary
heart disease.
Minerals
Peanuts are an important source of essential minerals such as magnesium,
copper, phosphorus, potassium and zinc. Some of these "hard-to-find" minerals
such as copper and magnesium may protect against coronary heart disease.
B Vitamins
B vitamins such as folate can help prevent birth defects. They also reduce
the amount of homocysteine in the blood that may be a risk for heart disease.
Peanuts are a good source of folate, a key B vitamin.
Phytochemicals
Phytochemicals are natural substances in plants which may provide a wide
range of health benefits such as reducing the risk of coronary heart disease.
Peanuts contain resveratrol, which is one of the many phytochemicals found
in plant
foods.
*Source: The Peanut Institute
Flaxseed is one-third oil, the remainder consisting of fiber,
protein and
mucilage. Flax oil is one of the greatest sources of essential fatty acids.
The
protein in flaxseeds is easily digested and contains all the amino acids
needed for building a strong body. The fiber in flax acts as a broom, sweeping
the colon of toxic material, metabolic waste and dried mucus. Flax fiber
is an excellent food for friendly bacteria in the intestine, which keeps
disease-causing organisms in check.
Twelve percent of flaxseed is mucilage, which makes it a gentle, non-irritating,
natural laxative. Flax mucilage is perfect for those who have a sensitive
stomach, acting as a buffer for excess stomach acids, soothing ulcers or
irritable bowel disorders.
Flaxseed contains lignans that have anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal
and anti-cancer properties. Flaxseeds have the richest source of lignans,
100 times more than the next best source, wheat bran. The majority of lignans
is found in the seed, giving it an advantage over flax oil. Flaxseed also
contains lecithin, which emulsifies fat and cholesterol. These little seeds
improve digestion, help stabilize blood glucose levels, fight tumor formation
and enhance cardiovascular health.
*Source: Freedomyou.com, Excerpts from God’s Banquet Table
Flax oil is one of the most beneficial products in the nutrition field today.
Research is continuing to uncover the benefits of Flaxseed oil on the human
body. Here is a listing of some of the benefits of Flaxseed oil.
Musculoskeletal System
- Shortens the time necessary for fatigued muscles to recover from exertion
- Alleviates pain and inflammation associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Accelerates the healing of pain
Metabolism
- May improve athletic performance
- Lowers serum cholesterol levels
- Alleviates the symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus
- Increases the body's production of energy
- Substantially shortens the recovery time for muscles after intensive
exercise
- May prevent/alleviate fatigue and accelerate recovery from exercise
- A valuable adjunctive treatment for obesity, flaxseed oil helps the
kidneys eliminate excess water
- Improves the function of the liver
- Improves stamina through the increased production of energy
Cardiovascular System
- Helps prevent atherosclerosis
- Helps prevent abnormal blood clotting
- Lowers elevated blood pressure in hypertension patients
- Helps prevent heart attacks and helps prevent the occurrence of second
heart attack
- Helps prevent thrombosis
- Lowers the body's production of potentially toxic thromboxanes
Eyes/Vision/Hair
- Improves eye site and color perception
- Alleviates some cases of alopecia areata
- Helpful in the treatment of dandruff
- Improves the condition of dry hair
I
mmune System
- Alleviates some allergies
- Alleviates the side-effects and inhibits the further development of
many forms of
- Prevents the suppression of the immune system that occurs following
intensive exercise
- Eliminates dry skin on hands
Nervous System
- Effectively treats some cases of depression
- Improves the mental function of elderly people
- Is beneficial in the treatment of and often improves the symptoms of
multiple sclerosis
- Improves the behavior of Schizophrenia
Respiratory System
- Alleviates some cases of asthma
Skin/Nails
- Improves the condition of many acne patients
- Accelerates the healing of bruises
- Alleviates most cases of dry skin
- Alleviates many cases of eczema
- Increases the strength of the nails and strengthens nails that break
- Helpful in the treatment of psoriasis
Sexual System
- Alleviates enlarged prostate
- Alleviates some cases of male infertility
- Alleviates in some cases pre-menstrual syndrome
- Makes pregnancy less eventful, makes deliveries easier and produces
healthier offspring
*Source: Hyperhealth Natural Health & Nutrition
With all the media attention on cholesterol, consumers often lose sight of
the fact that eggs are a nutrient rich, affordable contributor to a healthy
diet. Not only do eggs contain the highest quality source of
protein available
but they also contain almost every essential vitamin and mineral needed by
humans. In fact, egg
protein is of such high quality that it is used as the
standard by which other
proteins are compared. Eggs have a biological value
(efficacy with which
protein is used for growth) of 93.7%. Comparable values
are 84.5% for milk, 76% for fish, and 74.3% for beef. Eggs really are the
best
protein money can buy, and all of those other valuable vitamins and
minerals too. One of the major
protein ingredients in
PowerButter is egg
white, which contains no cholesterol.
Nutrient Content of a Large Egg White
Nutrient (unit)
Egg White
Calories (kcal) 17
Protein (g) 3.52
Total lipid (g) 0
Total carbohydrate (g) .3
Fatty acids (g) 0
Saturated fat (g) 0
Monounsaturated fat (g) 0
Polyunsaturated fat (g) 0
Cholesterol (mg) 0
Thiamin (mg) .002
Riboflavin (mg) .151
Niacin (mg).0.031
Vitamin B6 (mg) 0.001
Folate (mcg) 1.0
Vitamin B12 (mcg) 0.07
Vitamin A (IU) 0
Vitamin E (mg) 0
Vitamin D (IU) 0
Choline (mg) 0.42
Biotin (mcg) 2.34
Calcium (mg) 2
Iron (mg) 0.01
Magnesium (mg) 4
Copper (mg) 0.002
Iodine, I (mg) 0.001
Zinc, Zn (mg) 0
Sodium (mg) 55
Manganese (mg) 0.001
*Source: American Egg Board
Like all fats, Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) provide energy. Their calorific
value is similar to other fats and oils but, unlike saturated fats, they
have important health roles. In fact, as their names suggest, they are essential
and must be consumed regularly, as the body has limited storage for them.
Both of the important EFA families — Omega-6 and Omega-3 — are components
of nerve cells and cellular membranes. They are converted by the body into
eicosanoids, leukotrienes and prostaglandins all of which are needed on a
second-by-second basis by most tissue activities in the body.
EFAs are involved in normal physiology, including:
- Regulating pressure in the eye, joints, and blood vessels, and mediating
immune response
- Regulating bodily secretions and their viscosity
- Dilating or constricting blood vessels
- Regulating collateral circulation
- Directing endocrine hormones to their target cells
- Regulating smooth muscles and autonomic reflexes
- Being primary constituents of cell membranes
- Regulating the rate of cell division
- Maintaining the fluidity and rigidity of cellular membranes
- Regulating the inflow and outflow of substances to and from cells
- Transporting oxygen from red blood cells to the tissues
- Maintaining proper kidney function and fluid balance
- Keeping saturated fats mobile in the blood stream
- Preventing blood cells from clumping together (blood clots that can
be a cause of heart attack and stroke)
- Mediating the release of inflammatory substances from cells that may
trigger allergic conditions
- Regulating nerve transmission and communication
- Helping prevent long-term degenerative illness, which results from
a diet deficient in either Omega-3 of Omega-6
However, because the end products (e.g. prostaglandin, leukotriene) of EFA
metabolism differ slightly but significantly from Omega-6 to Omega-3, both
EFAs must be present in balance for optimum health.