Getting it right!!

Our first batch of Chewy Choc fudge chunks have turned out a bit firm. We didn't realize they were as hard as they were until they had all been packaged and most of them sold. So our humble appologies to anyone that got one of them!

We are doing a new batch and we are going to make sure this doesn't happen again. We want them to have the nice chewy texture that the bars had.

Just letting you all know that we are always trying our hardest to perfect our products so feedback is always appreciated. Also please understand that all our our products are handmade with fresh ingredients. No two pieces of fruit or vegetable ever taste exactly the same so sometimes the next batch may not be exactly the same as the last but we do hope it's very close. We try to ensure we used the tastiest, freshest ingredients so that we get the best tasting products for your enjoyment.

In health & happiness

Karen

:)

Fair Trade Raw Cacao info

I am waiting for confirmation to reprint detailed information on our Raw cacao. I can tell you though that it is fair trade, certified organic from Satipo, a region that sits at the edge of Amazon basin at the base of the Andes mountain range in South America.

Along with the cacao being raw it is of utmost importance to us here at Kitz Living Foods the the raw products are fair trade, environmental and sustainable.. that is why this is the only Raw Cacao we will buy at this time.

KITZBARS are all now in 150g resealable bags!

Yes, we have stopped the bars, there are still a few left but when they run out they will all be chunks.

We see this as more environmental as you get more, you can have smaller portions with the option to secure the bag to keep the rest fresh. You get nearly three times the amount for only one lot of packaging.

Plus another big issue was the bags getting tiny holes in them and the contents spoiling. Also as our products are made from organic or pesticide free ingredients and then not overheated to retain nutrition and enzymes, we also do not kill anything else that may be there. Great care is taken in the Kitz kitchen as far as hygiene is concerned but we have no control over what delightful little creatures may leave lavae on nuts or seeds in the paddack or packing sheds.. sometimes these like to hatch in the bag.. not good for you or I, but a good indication that your products are free from nasty chemicals.

I know this may take some time to get used to for some but I think in the end it is going to be a much better for option for us all…

In health & happiness

Karen

:)

Recent agave controversy

There has been some bad press out there concerning the quality of agave being sold to the public as a healthy sweetener.. here at Kitz it is of utmost importance that all of our products contain the highest quality ingredients for your health, nutrition, enzymes and last but not least.. Taste! Here is some great information abouth the agave that we do use from our supplier, please take the time to read it.

Recently there has been controversy regarding the use and promotion of agave syrup as a health food. Agave Nectar – The high fructose health fraud an article written by Rami Nagel and Beware of the Agave Nectar Health Food Hype by Dr Mercola are the sources of the confusion. Both authors have presented some valid information regarding conventionally grown and processed Blue Webber Agave. However, the information presented is not an accurate representation of Loving Earth’s Agave products.

Our agave is a Wild Maguey (Salmiana Variety). It is wildcrafted, certified organic and organically processed at low temperature. Loving Earth works closely with the Indigenous Association of Ixmiquilpan. We have met our growers in person and seen their operation. Our growers do not produce tequila they run a small-scale operation producing only agave syrup. Our agave is raw – it is vacuum evaporated at 40º, and a certified organic, vegan enzyme is used to break down the sugars. It contains 70-75% fructose unlike the Blue Webber variety, which can have fructose levels as high as 90%. Visit http://www.raw-chocolate.net/indigenous-growers.php?country=mexico and click on the photos next to the Wild Maguey text to view the operation for yourself. Photo number seven shows the vacuum evaporator.

Doctor Mercola states that ‘agave nectar as a final product is mostly chemically refined fructose’. The sugars in our agave nectar come from the breakdown of the inulin molecule through the introduction of the certified organic vegan enzyme. It is in no way chemically refined, there are no chemicals involved in any part of the production or packaging process. Our growers do not use chemicals, ionic resins, sulphuric/hydrochloric acid, dicalite or clarimex in the manufacturing of our agave syrup. Australian Certified Organic have audited the harvesting and processing of our agave syrup. They have verified that our agave syrup is pure and that no chemicals or genetically modified organisms are used. They have also verified that it is harvested sustainably. It is refined only as much as the excess moisture is removed from the juice of the plant to prevent fermentation.

Another erroneous statement was that all dark agave syrup is burnt. The light and clear varieties of Agave have undergone filtration, which is why they are lighter in colour. Our Dark Agave Syrup is richer in minerals, which results in its darker colour. Unlike high fructose corn syrup that stores its energy as starch, agave syrup stores its energy as inulin, also known as fructans or levulose. Inulin is typically found in roots or rhizomes. There is no starch in agave syrup. Inulin bypasses digestion in the stomach and small intestine and is digested in the large intestine. Inulin actually feeds the probiotic bacteria in our digestive system.

Agave syrup is a concentrated fruit juice. Like all sweeteners, Loving Earth believes that agave syrup should be consumed in moderation. We believe that agave syrup is a healthier sweetener alternative compared to cane sugar. When used respectfully agave syrup does have health promoting properties. Overconsumption and inappropriately using any food leads to health issues and imbalances of our bodies. Agave syrup should be used in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Where can I get KITZ?

don’t forget to check out our Stockitst page to see if there is a shop near you that supplies Kitz Living Foods.

If you have a good Health foods shop near you that you would like to stock Kitz Living Foods or you think that they would like to stock products, then let them know about us or you can let us know about them and we can contact them for you.

Thanks all.. :)

K

Back from Bali

We have just had a wonderful break in Bali. Feasted on tropical fruit grown in the volcanic soils of the region.. just bliss! Huge papaya’s, mangos, watermelon, mangosteen, snake fruit, rockmelon, jackfruit, pineapple and the all time raw foodist favourite.. Durian, fresh from the farmer! Even went to a farm to see the fresh grown Cacao tree above, coffee and many other raw food treats.
We are now back on deck ready for the new year.
So here’s to your health and happiness and if we at Kitz can help you achieve all that you want from your year then we are achieving our goals too.. :)
Much love
K :)

Raw Gingerbread House

I am going to attempt to make an Almond shortbread gingerbread house for my family for Christmas, it won’t have ginger in as my kids are not ginger fans.. :) I will post a photo of it when I have done in on my blog..
Have the healthiest and happiest Christmas everyone..
Enjoy.. Karen
:)

OK.. im back! I nearly forgot to put the photo up, it came out ok, im pretty fussy so if I did it again I think it would be much better.. Nest year! :)

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