AUSSIE NATIVE FOODS

Benefits of Australian Native Fruits and Herbs

After centuries of use by indigenous Australians, these tasty native plants have now been analysed and their health benefits backed by science. Below you will find a summary of the findings and a key driver behind adding these tasty natives to the already well-known probiotic benefits of yoghurt.

Kakadu Plum

Kakadu Plum has the highest recorded level of natural Vitamin C content of any plant globally – more than 100 times that of orange. It is the richest source of antioxidant compounds. It contains an exceptionally rich mixture of phenolic compounds, high levels of Vitamin C, folate and lutein. In addition, it contains essential minerals such as Mg, Ca, and Zn required for synthesis and self-repair of human DNA, and Fe.

Benefits of Kakadu Plum

Highly nutritious
Richest food source of Vitamin C
Good source of ellagic acid
Great source of antioxidants
May have cancer- fighting properties
May protect against inflammatory diseases
May offer natural antibacterial properties

Finger Lime

Finger Lime contains folate, potassium, Vitamin C and Vitamin E, which are important antioxidants that help with disease prevention and human cell protection. It is rich in terpenes, phenolics, flavonoids, flavonols, minerals, essential and non-essential free and hydrolysed protein amino acids, and functional bioactive compounds.

Benefits of Finger Lime

Increased immunity to infections
Delayed aging of the skin
Healthy teeth and gums
Boosted eye health and vision
Defense against age-related disease
Lowered blood pressure
Reduced risk of iron-deficiency anemia

Davidson Plum

Davidson plum contains high levels of anthocyanins, natural pigments that are strong antioxidants. Its antioxidant capacity is higher than the blueberry, which is renowned worldwide as the ‘health-promoting fruit’. Davidson plum is an excellent source of potassium, lutein, vitamin E, folate, zinc, magnesium and calcium.

Benefits of Davidson Plum

Contains exceptionally high amount of anthocyanins which is an antioxidant. It promotes the overall health and prevents diseases.
Promotes metabolism, bone health, relax muscles from pain and cramps, digestion and kidney ailments.
Skin health.
Weight control and hypertension. Davidson Plum possess antidiabetic properties and has the ability to lower obesity and hypertension.
Eye health. Davidson Plum’s content of Lutein is more in comparison to avocado which assists to maintain the eye health.

Muntries known as native cranberry, have significantly higher antioxidant (up to 4 times) than blueberries. Antioxidants help to protect cells against the damaging effects of free radicals; also to lower the risk for infection, heart disease and cancer.

Benefits of Desert Lime

Desert Lime contains outstanding amount of Vitamin C and Vitamin E (a powerful lipophilic antioxidant). It has higher Lutein content than the Australian ‘Hass’ Avocado. Its Calcium content is almost 10 times of Blueberries. It has a high potassium:sodium (K:Na) ratio, which may help to reduce blood pressure. Desert Lime is rich in folate, which is double the recommended daily intake and over 10 times greater than Blueberries.

Benefits of Quandong

Quandong known as ‘wild peach’, contains a rich source of Vitamins C and E, folate, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc. It has high Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) values and contains outstanding phenolic-based antioxidants.

Boost the immune system
Reduce inflammation
Protect against a number of diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

Lemon Myrtle

Lemon Myrtle has been found to contain exceptionally high level of Antioxidant, vitamins A and E and impressive amount of minerals calcium, magnesium, and Zinc. It is known for its anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and anti-oxidant properties.

Benefits of Lemon Myrtle