The Raw Journal
What Is Grounding? An Introduction to Earthing Technology
Discover the science and benefits of grounding (earthing), and how reconnecting with the Earth can reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and support whole-body health.
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Pine Needle Extract And Understanding Shikimate Pathways
What Is a Shikimate Pathway? The shikimate pathway is a series of biochemical reactions found in plants only, not animals. It's important to understand that everything happening in our bodies is conversational and interdependent, meaning that the constituent parts of the foods we intake are communicating with all the different types of cells in the body, and these conversations are ongoing. Shikimates affect our ability to manafacture critical amino acids, and also affect brain chemistry. A damaged shikimate pathway can shut down the health of the microbiome, and also means we have a harder time detoxifying heavy metals. Generally it is going to cause more degenerative and auto-immune diseases. As it is a precursor to dopamine, it can also cause depression. Although humans do not have a shikimate pathway, many strains of our gut bacteria do. Including plants that are high in shikimic acid are essential to the health of these bacteria, and so the health of the gut biome. This is a beautiful example of how plants support our health, and work synergistically with our bodies. What Is A Spike Protein? A spike protein is an antigen, created in the body by the novel virus. The experimental injections that people have been choosing to have over the last 18 months have caused the body to produce spike proteins and replicated the mechanisms of the virus. These spike proteins attach to human cells as a means of gaining entry to the cells. This is both how the novel virus spreads, and why a person who has recently received an experimental injection will be able to transmit the virus to people around them through what is being called "spike protein shedding." How Can Pine Needle Extract Help? Pine needle extract is one of the highest natural sources of shikimic acid. The health of the shikimate pathway is increased by including plant sources of shikimic acid in the diet. It will promote the health of the microbiome and reduce the risk of platelet aggregation (which leads to heart attacks and myocarditis), as well as reducing inflammation and being anti-fungal. It has also been shown that glyphosate herbicides inhibit the shikimate pathway in humans, so people who consume non-organic foods are also more at risk of imbalances in the gut microbiome, leading to associated heart conditions, auto-immune disorders, and depression. Manafacturers of Roundup and other glyphosates claim that because humans do not have the shikimate pathway in our cells, these chemicals are not toxic to us. Listen to the interview with David Barbash of Harmonic Innerprizes on our podcast here. You can find the Harmonic Innerprizes Pine Needle Extract here. Other good sources of shikimic acid stocked on Raw Living include: schizandra, triphala, gingko, and wheatgrass.
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Raw Magic Academy Video Classes – Now Available to Download
Big news! For the first time ever, Kate Magic’s Raw Magic Academy video series is available as downloadable files—meaning once purchased, they’re yours to keep forever. No more streaming issues, no more lost access—just instant, lifetime access to all the essentials of the raw food lifestyle. 📽️ What’s Inside?Originally filmed in 2013, this practical, down-to-earth guide covers everything you need to know about sustaining a raw food diet. Whether you're brand new to raw foods or looking for fresh inspiration, these videos include: ✅ The basics of eating raw✅ How to make delicious, simple raw meals✅ Essential kitchen tools & techniques✅ How to balance a raw diet for long-term success✅ Easy ways to incorporate raw foods into daily life… and much more! Each video also comes with a PDF guide, packed with recipes and key information to help integrate the teachings with ease. Why Trust Kate Magic? Kate Magic is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on the raw food lifestyle. She has been eating raw for over 30 years, raised her three children on a primarily raw vegan diet, and is the author of five raw food recipe books. As the founder of Raw Living (est. 2002), her approach is real, accessible, and refreshingly practical—no spiritual bypassing, just tried-and-tested wisdom that works. 📽️ What’s Inside? 🍰 The Legendary Quantum Cake – Learn how to make Kate’s iconic raw cake, a must-try for all raw food lovers! ❄️ Raw Foods in Winter – Stay warm and nourished while keeping your raw food lifestyle thriving through the colder months. ✨ Raw Magic: Your Basics Guide – A practical introduction to raw foods and how to sustain a healthy raw lifestyle with ease. 🌿 How to Detox Naturally – Discover naturopathic detox techniques to cleanse and revitalize your body safely and effectively. 💪 Superfoods 101 – Everything you need to know about superfoods, plus video and recipe guides to integrate them into your diet. 👧 Encouraging Kids into Healthy Eating – Tips and tricks to make healthy eating fun and accessible for little ones. 🍫 Raw Chocolate Magic – A deep dive into raw chocolate—how to make it, why it’s amazing, and how to use it in delicious recipes. 💧 Hydration for Health – Learn how to make nourishing, delicious drinks and why hydration is key to well-being. 🔥 How to Use a Dehydrator – Master the art of raw dehydrated foods, from crackers and cookies to breads and crisps. 🔗 Download the Raw Magic Academy videos today and start your raw journey with confidence!
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Where To Start
When you're new to this world, the options can seem overwhelming. How do you tell your Mucuna from your Lucuma? How to choose between 12 different types of Reishi? How do you even say Astragalus? We've put together a handy "Where To Start" section for you. Or if you already know your Shilajit from your Shiitake, it's a great place to send friends and family when they are starting out. It's one page of products that are all under £10 each, or you could buy the whole lot for under £170, and use it as a starter for your raw kitchen. All you need is some nice seasonal veggies from the farmers market and some fresh fruits, and you'll be eating the high vibe way in no time. For example, for breakfast, you could make your own superfood granola with buckwheaties, gojis, hemp oil, tahini, honey and maca. Or perhaps a chia porridge with lucuma and gojis. Lunch could be a nori wrap with some tahini, fresh veggies, and sauerkraut. Or you might make a dip with the sunflower seeds, and have it with crudites and sauerkraut. Kimchi and kelp noodles with some home-grown sprouts makes a great dinner, or just have a big salad with a hemp oil dressing and a Super Salad Sprinkle topping. You can make lovely chocolate energy ball snacks with tahini, honey and Tonic Power, or maybe just fill-up on a handful of activated nuts. And don't forget to keep sipping on your Eterniteea throughout the day to stay hydrated, The possibilities are endless, but we believe with the help of the recipes in Kate's book Raw Transitions, you've got all the tools you need to eat a high-vibe, high-raw diet easily and economically. Check out our Where To Start section here.
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Eternal Jing by Rehmannia Dean Thomas
Jing is our life-force, accumulated from our ancestors; this “epigenetic” inheritance is called Pre-natal Jing. How we were nourished during our formative years is called Post-natal Jing. Our Jing can be traced back four generations; the diets and lifestyles of our great-grandparents are imbedded in our bloodline, our genome. Jing is our treasure. How much will we accomplish during our lives? How adventurous will we be? How resilient are we against life’s stresses and destructive elements? How creative are we? How effectively do we avoid sickness and recover from bodily damage? How ready are we to take on challenges and new endeavors? This is the measure of our Jing. When we feel vulnerable at our core, weak at our root, we are depleted of this all-important treasure. We will show signs of aging more quickly, and what’s worse, our children will inherit the same energy deficits. Fortunately for us living in today’s stressful and toxic environment, we have discovered ancient Chinese herbs long documented to replenish Jing. I cannot stress how monumental this is; we can replenish our deep life reserves and reclaim super-empowerment, to help us accomplish our dreams and live our adventures! Historically, these tonic herbs have been sequestered to the elite of China, and were only recently revealed in the Western World. I feel blessed to have attained the knowledge of Jing herbs, and to have created these stellar combinations, based on thousands of years' use. The Jing herbs are safe for everyone, and as I mentioned, there is no more important time than now to learn about them and incorporate them into your dietary regimen. Some of the premier Jing herbs are: He Shou Wu, Astragalus, Cistanche, Rehmannia, Reishi, Eucommia and Schizandra. This is an edited extract from an article by Rehmannia Dean Thomas. You can find his Eternal Jing product here.
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You Are My Magic! Dragon Herbs
We had to share this song by Ron Teeguarden, founder of Dragon Herbs! Here's what he had to say about it: "I have a particular urge this year to offer my heartfelt thanks directly to my clients and customers, who have supported my efforts spanning decades to spread the timeless wisdom and benevolence of tonic herbs to everyone. We at Dragon Herbs feel that we have played our unique part in spreading the word to millions of people, and that these people have benefited in countless ways. That is very gratifying for sure. I’m so grateful to you! My life has been rich in all ways, and for that I thank you more. Rich spiritually, rich in the joy of adventure, learning, creating, sharing, connecting, and I have been blessed with just the right amount of success in the physical plane.For no good reason, I feel compelled to send you a song I wrote many years ago, but I feel it relates today to how I feel about all of you as well. I have so many dear friends, and so many people that I love and who in turn have blessed me by joining me on this remarkable ride. My life has been a wild and amazing adventure, and surely I’ve had my troughs and peaks. This song is about that ride. And it expresses my feelings toward you. You are my magic!" Shop Dragon Herbs here.
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Mood Boosters
February is widely regarded as the most depressing month of the year in the Northern hemisphere. The post-holiday glow has worn off, and the promise of Spring is still around the corner. So we thought we would deliver up some suggestions of natural mood-boosters this month. Of course, the best medicine is always nature: wrapping up warm and getting outside as much as you can; staying grounded, by using grounding mats and sheets when it's too cold to go barefoot; using saunas and hydrotherapy to stop the system getting sluggish; avoiding too much blue-light or at least wearing blue-light blockers like Swanwick glasses. But maybe you're doing all that and it's still not cutting it. That's where the plants come in to give you that extra helping hand. Two of the main happy chemicals in the brain are serotonin and dopamine, and there are many plant foods that support the body in increasing production of these chemicals. Here are some of our favourites: Cacao contains a feast of happy chemicals for your brain, including precursors to serotonin, PEA (the molecule of joy), and anandamide (the bliss chemical). Always our first stop! The blue-green algaes such as Spirulina and Chlorella are another great source of PEA, which also supports focus and concentration. The most concentrated source is Blue Majik from E3 Live. Etherium Gold is a unique monatomic supplement, which is scientifically proven to promote Alpha brainwaves, the brainwaves we produce in a meditative state. Taking Etherium Gold is like instant meditation! All the adaptogens, such as Reishi and Ashwagandha, calm the nervous system, which has a knock-on effect on our mood, making us feel more calm and relaxed, and less stressed by the little things. St Johns Wort is one of the most established natural anti-depressants, encouraging the manafacture of serotonin in the brain. It's present in our PMTeea herbal tea, and in the Fushi product, Women's Plus Tincture. You might know Turmeric for it's anti-inflammatory properties, but did you know that it's also proven in studies to be a more effective anti-depressant than Prozac? Try an afternoon Turmeric and Ashwagandha Latte for a lovely lift, or treat yourself to one of Anima Mundi Herbals Golden Milks.. He Shou Wu is the Chinese herb said to promote hair growth, as well as feelings of ecstatic bliss! As one of the premier Chinese tonic herbs, t's a powerful kidney strengthener, and a good one to give you that extra well-being boost. While we are on the Chinese theme, the ancient Taoist texts say the only side-effect of eating too many Goji Berries is laughing too much :) Nutritionally, getting an abundance of the essential fatty acids, vitamin D, and probiotic foods in the diet are all well-recognised ways of improving mood. Don't forget the gut is directly linked to the brain, so feed your tummy happy foods like sauerkraut and sprouts, so that it can send those feel-good signals along the vagus nerve up to your mind. And we saved the best for last! Mucuna is the number one superstar in this category, containing precursors to serotonin, dopamine, and DMT. DMT is a chemical which is naturally created by the pineal gland in a healthy person. It is known as "the spirit molecule"; it helps us access the visionary state, connecting us with our highest ideas and dreams. All the chemicals in our environment, as well as blue light pollution, calcify the pineal gland and block our natural ability to produce DMT. As well as our own Raw Living mucuna, we stock Anima Mundi Herbals and Sun Potion as well. Check them all out, and more, in our mood boosters section here. Try making your own raw chocolate with mucuna, Etherium Gold, and ashwagandha, and snacking on it throughout the day, whenever you need a pick-me-up. If enough of you request it, maybe we will share a recipe next month? 😀
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Spotlight On Salt
For a long time, salt was considered a dirty word in health food circles. If we grew up only knowing iodized table salt—the kind we poured over our chips—we were taught that salt was high in sodium, bad for blood pressure, dehydrating, and even harmful to the kidneys. How times have changed! Now, natural, mineral-rich salt is an essential staple in any health seeker’s kitchen. But how much do you really know about the different types of salt we stock here at Raw Living? Here’s a breakdown of the benefits of natural salts, including how they compare to the ever-popular Himalayan pink salt. Basic Composition: Sodium & Moisture Content One of the biggest differences between salts is their sodium content and moisture retention. Celtic salt is the lowest in sodium and has the highest moisture content, making it ideal for adding to water for electrolytes since it dissolves easily. Salt Type Sodium Content (per 100g) Moisture Content Celtic Salt 🌊 ~33g High (moist, dissolves easily) Himalayan Salt ⛰️ ~36-38g Low (dry, crystalline) Icelandic Salt ❄️ ~37-39g Low (fine, flaky) Maras Salt 🇵🇪 ~35-37g Moderate (coarse, slightly brittle) 🌊 Celtic & Himalayan Salt (80+ Trace Minerals) ✔ Celtic Salt (harvested from seawater) and Himalayan Salt (from ancient sea beds) contain over 80 trace minerals, including: • Magnesium (muscle relaxation) • Potassium (electrolyte balance) • Calcium (bone health) • Iron (oxygen transport) • Zinc, Copper, Manganese, and more These salts are known for their high mineral complexity due to the large variety of trace elements retained in the evaporation or mining process. 🇮🇸 Icelandic Salt (Lower Trace Mineral Content) ✔ Icelandic salt is known for its purity rather than its mineral complexity.✔ It contains sodium and naturally occurring iodine but lacks the broad spectrum of minerals found in Celtic or Himalayan salt.✔ Because it is produced using geothermal evaporation, it retains a clean, crisp taste but doesn’t have as many trace minerals. 🇵🇪 Maras Salt (Higher in Calcium, Fewer Trace Minerals) ✔ Maras salt has a unique mineral profile because it comes from underground saltwater springs in the Andes.✔ While it contains some trace minerals, it does not have 80+ like Celtic or Himalayan salt—instead, it is particularly high in calcium and potassium.✔ It has a mild, slightly sweet taste due to its mineral balance. 🌊 Celtic & Himalayan Salt (80+ Trace Minerals) ✔ Celtic Salt (harvested from seawater) and Himalayan Salt (from ancient sea beds) contain over 80 trace minerals, including: Magnesium (muscle relaxation) Potassium (electrolyte balance) Calcium (bone health) Iron (oxygen transport) Zinc, Copper, Manganese, and more These salts are known for their high mineral complexity, as they retain a wide variety of trace elements during evaporation or mining. 🇮🇸 Icelandic Salt (Lower Trace Mineral Content, Ultra-Pure) ✔ Icelandic salt is one of the purest salts available, thanks to its geothermal evaporation process, which eliminates microplastics and pollutants.✔ It contains sodium and naturally occurring iodine, but lacks the broad mineral spectrum found in Celtic or Himalayan salt.✔ Because of its clean, crisp taste, it's ideal for gourmet cooking rather than mineral supplementation. 💡 Best for: High-end cooking, pure salt taste, clean seasoning. 🇵🇪 Maras Salt (Higher in Calcium, Fewer Trace Minerals) ✔ Maras salt comes from underground saltwater springs in the Andes and is harvested in the Sacred Valley of Peru (pictured above).✔ While it contains some trace minerals, it does not have 80+ minerals like Celtic or Himalayan salt—instead, it is particularly high in calcium and potassium.✔ It has a mild, slightly sweet taste and a delicate crunch, making it perfect for gourmet cooking. 💡 Best for: Bone health (high calcium content), finishing dishes, adding a light crunch. 🖤 Kala Namak (Himalayan Black Salt, Eggy Salt) ✔ Kala Namak, also known as Himalayan Grey Salt or Eggy Salt, is a volcanic rock salt with a distinct sulfuric aroma and taste, resembling boiled eggs.✔ Sourced from the same ancient deposits as Himalayan Pink Salt, its sulfur content gives it a strong umami flavor, making it a staple in Indian, Pakistani, and South Asian cuisines.✔ It’s especially popular in vegan cooking for mimicking the taste of eggs in dishes like tofu scrambles and chickpea omelets. 💡 Best for: Vegan egg substitutes, Indian cuisine, bold umami flavor. Which Salt Should You Choose? Best For... Recommended Salt Hydration & Electrolytes 💧 Celtic Salt (higher magnesium & potassium, retains moisture) Mineral-Rich Cooking 🍽️ Himalayan Salt (higher iron, drier texture) Skin & Detox Baths 🛁 Himalayan Salt (used in bath soaks & skincare) Fermentation & Natural Foods 🌿 Celtic Salt, Maras Salt, or Icelandic Salt (retains moisture, excellent for fermentation) Best Taste & Flavor 👅 Icelandic Salt, Maras Salt, or Kala Namak (each offers a unique gourmet experience) Final Thoughts Each of these salts brings its own unique benefits, whether you're looking for hydration, mineral content, or the best flavor for your cooking. Choosing the right salt depends on your personal needs—do you want electrolytes, pure taste, or high calcium? ✔ If you need hydration & minerals, Celtic Salt is your best bet.✔ If you're after flavor & versatility, Icelandic & Maras Salt are top choices.✔ If you love bold, umami flavors, Kala Namak is a must-have. Whatever your preference, choosing natural, unrefined salt is a simple way to support your health while enhancing your food. Shop Our Salts at Raw Living Explore our collection of mineral-rich salts and find the perfect one for your needs. Click here to browse our selection! Please Note: There has been some information circulating recently suggesting that Celtic Sea Salt contains arsenic, aluminium, and lead, and should be avoided. While trace amounts of these elements can be found in all natural sea salts due to their environmental origins, the levels present in Celtic Sea Salt are extremely low and well within safe consumption limits as defined by EU food safety and Organic food standards. Although there is no published data specifically for our particular salt, estimates suggest lead content may be around 553 ppb, which equates to just 0.000055%. When you consider the tiny quantities of salt typically consumed in a day, this becomes an infinitesimally small amount — far below anything that would pose a risk to health. Celtic Sea Salt’s rich mineral profile — including beneficial elements like calcium, magnesium, and potassium — makes it a valuable addition to a balanced diet, supporting hydration, electrolyte balance, and overall well-being
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UK Veggie Award Winners 2024
We are delighted to announce that two of our Raw Living products have been awarded prizes by the judges of the UK Veggie Awards 2024, alongside household vegan brands like Dr. Bronner’s and Booja Booja! Silver Award in the Vegan Cupboard category: Activated Mixed NutsBronze Award in the Vegan Snacks category: Activated Shiitake Sunseeds These prestigious awards celebrate brands that make plant-based living more accessible, innovative, and exciting—recognizing the very best in vegan food, drink, beauty, and lifestyle products. Honouring Excellence in Veggie & Vegan ProductsWith the increasing adoption of plant-based diets, habits, and wellness choices, the Veggie Awards play a key role in highlighting standout products that help make vegetarian and vegan lifestyles easier and more enjoyable. From delicious meat-free meals and dairy-free treats to sustainable beauty products and ethical household essentials, the awards celebrated brands that truly made a difference. The Judging ProcessThe 2024 awards featured 17 diverse categories, with entries ranging from well- established brands to exciting newcomers. Showcasing the incredible variety and quality of plant-based products on the market. A panel of expert judges carefully reviewed each submission, assessing products on taste, quality, innovation, and ethical impact. After an extensive shortlisting process, some products moved forward to the final round, where the winners were ultimately selected by judges including Nikki Webster, Katy Beskow, Aine Carlin, Fiona Berry & Justine Jenkins.Why the Veggie Awards MatterWinning a Veggie Award is a true mark of excellence in the plant-based industry. These awards not only celebrated innovation but also helped consumers discover the very best vegetarian and vegan products available.We look forward to celebrating even more plant-based excellence in 2025. Explore our full range of Activated Nuts, Seeds and Trail Mixes here.
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Spotlight On Ormus
Ormus is a very special substance, used by traditional cultures throughout the ages. Although naturally ocurring in high altitude areas such as the Himalayas and Peru's Sacred Valley, now health enthusiasts are rediscovering the benefits of this prized substance, and choosing to take it in supplemental form. We offer the Harmonic Innerprizes range, which is naturally occurring ormus deposits collected from a meteorite site in Arizona. We also offer Now Alchemy, which is alchemised in California, and the SuperTonic Herbs range add ormus to all their Chinese Tonic herbal formulas. It is claimed that Cleopatra bathed in Ormus, to maintain her youthful beauty. In the Old Testament Bible, it is described as Manna from heaven, and in India, Ormus or Muppu was used in many formulas, including bringing the transformational energy of Navapashanam to the common man over 7,000 years ago.In more recent times, it is David Hudson who has pioneered the research into this most magical of substances. Ormes is an acronym for Orbitally Rearranged Monatomic Elements, and in this form gold becomes small enough to enter into cell sites where it can repair DNA. Now Alchemy Ormus is suspended in an extract of Dead Sea minerals, which nourish the body in every way, making it a highly alkaline solution. We have been taking Etherium Gold regularly for nearly twenty years, and can testify to the inner peace and magnetised flow that it brings to our lives. If you're curious to learn more, you can check out Kate's two podcast interviews on the subject, here and here.
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What is Tachyon Energy? The Story of Tachyonization and Advanced Tachyon Technologies
Through the years there have been dozens of global research programs demonstrating the profound effects of Tachyonized material. In 2010 a US patent was issued providing the only patented Tachyonized Material Testing Method. This has led to the exposure of companies who have claimed to provide Tachyonized materials. Tachyonization was Invented in 1990 Through the search for Free Energy, science postulated at first — and then indirectly proved — Tachyon Energy's existence. Today, we all envision its potential. Despite all opposition, the Tachyon era has begun. In 1966, Gerald Feinberg defined Tachyon Energy as a "faster-than-light, subatomic particle" in order to unify the scientific world's view and nomenclature of faster-than-light energy. We give thanks and acknowledge the various scientists, past and present, who have provided the foundation for this new era and have thus paved the way for the Tachyon revolution. The problem is no longer in proving the existence of Tachyon Energy. Rather, it is in harnessing the energy. Many distinguished scientists have worked in this field with mixed results. What these scientists were and are trying to accomplish is the conversion of Tachyon Energy into usable electrical energy. David Wagner is globally celebrated as the father of Tachyonization and founder of Advanced Tachyon Technologies. Wagner had a different vision of the benefits of Tachyon Energy. His vision was the clear realization that the conversion of Tachyon Energy into usable electrical energy would, in fact, not solve this planet's growing crisis, because it is not a crisis of energy. It is a crisis of consciousness. Wagner recognized that everything evolves out of the Tachyon field and his breakthroughs in applied physics are directly responsible for the Tachyonization™ process. Tachyonization restructures certain natural materials at the sub-molecular level, creating permanent Tachyon antennas. Wagner's ability to harness Tachyon Energy, and the scientific world's ability to prove the outcome, are directly responsible for the Tachyon revolution that is taking place in over 93 countries. The Tachyonization breakthrough harnesses the infinite potential of Tachyon Energy in ways that benefit life on Earth and aid in elevating consciousness. "Understanding how Tachyon works is to understand one of the secrets of the Universe" Why Authenticity Matters Not all tachyon products are created equal. Since David Wagner developed the Tachyonization process, other companies have attempted to replicate it and claim their products are genuinely Tachyonized. The 2010 US patent for the Tachyonized Material Testing Method was a landmark moment — it created for the first time a proven, scientific method for verifying whether a material is genuinely Tachyonized. This means that when you buy authentic Advanced Tachyon Technologies products, you can do so with complete confidence. At Raw Living, we stock only authentic ATT products, so you never have to worry about whether what you're buying is the real thing. Shop our full ATT collection here Where to Start with Tachyon Energy If you're new to tachyon energy, it can feel overwhelming knowing where to begin. The good news is there is no wrong answer — any Tachyonized tool will connect you to the tachyon field. However most people find it helpful to start with one of these categories: Personal protection — Tachyonized pendants and personal tools are a great starting point as they stay with you throughout the day. Shop pendants Phone and computer disks — Given how much time we spend with our devices, these are one of the most popular entry points for newcomers. Shop phone disks Home and bedroom — For those who want to create a superconductive energetic space at home. Shop home products Skincare — Tachyonized skincare products are a beautiful and practical introduction to tachyon energy for everyday use. Shop skincare Water products — Tachyonized water products are among the most accessible and widely used tools in the ATT range. Shop water products The Global Community At Raw Living, we are proud to be among the leading UK stockists of authentic Advanced Tachyon Technologies products, bringing David Wagner's life's work to customers across the country. Whether you are completely new to tachyon energy or a long term member of the global tachyon community, we are here to support your journey. Browse our full tachyon collection here Tachyonized products have a passionate and loyal global community, with countless people reporting remarkable personal experiences after using them. Due to strict UK regulations, we're unable to share specific details of these reported benefits here, but we'd encourage you to explore the wealth of testimonials, case studies and research available, and make up your own mind. Frequently Asked Questions About Tachyon Energy and Tachyon Products Q: What is Tachyon Energy? A: Tachyon Energy is described as a faster-than-light, subatomic particle, a term first defined by scientist Gerald Feinberg in 1966 to unify scientific understanding of faster-than-light energy. Q: When was Tachyonization invented? A: Tachyonization was invented in 1990 by David Wagner, founder of Advanced Tachyon Technologies. Q: Who is David Wagner? A: David Wagner is globally celebrated as the father of Tachyonization. His breakthroughs in applied physics led to the development of the Tachyonization process and the founding of Advanced Tachyon Technologies. Q: What is the Tachyonization process? A: Tachyonization restructures certain natural materials at the sub-molecular level, creating permanent Tachyon antennas that harness the potential of Tachyon Energy. Q: Is there a patent for Tachyonized materials? A: Yes. In 2010 a US patent was issued providing the only patented Tachyonized Material Testing Method, which has also helped expose companies falsely claiming to provide genuine Tachyonized materials. Q: How widely are Tachyonized products used? A: Tachyonized products are currently used in over 93 countries worldwide. Q: What do people report after using Tachyonized products? A: Due to UK regulations we are unable to share specific details of reported benefits, however Tachyonized products have a passionate global community with countless people reporting remarkable personal experiences.
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Spotlight On Spirulina: The Original Superfood and Why We Still Love It
Spirulina is one of the most nutrient-dense superfoods on the planet — a blue-green microalgae packed with protein, iron, B vitamins, and essential fatty acids. Whether you're looking to boost your energy, support a plant-based diet, or simply want to know where to buy spirulina in the UK from a source you can trust, this guide covers everything you need to know. 🌀 What Is Spirulina — and Why Is It the Original Superfood?Spirulina was one of the first superfoods we were introduced to back in the 80s, long before cacao, maca, reishi, goji berries, and all the other superfoods that are now part of our daily intake had crossed our paths. You could say Spirulina is the OG superfood! There’s a good reason why it has remained popular for so many decades. With its dense nutrient profile, Spirulina is truly the food of the future. Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae (technically a cyanobacterium) that grows in both fresh and saltwater. It has been consumed by humans for centuries — the Aztecs harvested it from Lake Texcoco, and it's still one of the most researched and recommended superfoods for plant-based diets today. 💪 What Are the Nutritional Benefits of Spirulina? Spirulina is a genuine nutrient powerhouse. Here's what makes it stand out:Complete protein: Spirulina is approximately 60–70% protein by dry weight — higher than beef — and contains all essential amino acids, making it an excellent plant-based protein sourceRich in B vitamins: Including B1, B2, and B3, which are essential for energy production and brain functionMore iron than spinach: Making it a brilliant daily supplement for those on vegan or vegetarian diets who are prone to low ironOmega-6 GLA (gamma-linolenic acid): A rare fatty acid that supports inflammation control and brain healthAntioxidants: Including phycocyanin, spirulina's unique blue pigment, which has been studied for its powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant propertiesChlorophyll: Supports detoxification and gut healthIn short, if you're looking for a single supplement that covers a wide range of nutritional bases — especially on a plant-based diet — spirulina is one of the best investments you can make. 🌍 Why Spirulina is the Future of Protein Did you know that one cow provides enough protein (based on an average intake of 50g per day) for just three people annually? Even with intensive farming practices, each cow still requires 3 hectares of land (and 33 hectares if using regenerative farming!). Now, compare that to plant-based protein sources: • Soybeans: Just 0.169 hectares per person per year. • Spirulina: An incredible 0.00869 hectares per person per year! That means Spirulina can provide protein for 128 times more people than beef! Just that statistic alone should be enough for every country to consider converting a portion of farmland to Spirulina farms. Spirulina also requires minimal water (much of it is recycled in the growing process), no pesticides, and grows rapidly in warm, shallow water. As the global population grows and pressure on agricultural land increases, spirulina's role as a future protein source looks increasingly important. Where Does Spirulina Come From? China is the biggest Spirulina producer worldwide, but did you know that Spirulina from different countries has notably different tastes and textures? That’s why, in addition to our Raw Living Spirulina (from China), we also offer Auroville Spirulina from India, which has a gentler, nuttier taste, and new Bali Spirulina. In China and Vietnam, spirulina farming has been integrated into the irrigation channels of rice paddy fields, thus creating greater food security and an extra source of income. It's even possible to set up a spirulina tank at home - all you need is an aquarium tank, a heater, good lighting, an air pump and alkaline water! We look forward to the day when spirulina is a household staple, easily found wherever you travel in the world. But until that day, we have to rely on the pioneering companies growing high quality algae, like Bali Spirulina and Auroville in India. 🌴 Kate’s Visit to a Spirulina Farm in Bali Our founder Kate recently visited a spirulina farm in Bali to see first-hand how it's produced — and what she found was a beautifully simple and sustainable process.Every day, the workers use a giant sieve to remove the algae from outdoor growing ponds. The algae is then placed into a press to remove excess water — and that water is fed directly back to the plants, making the whole process remarkably low-waste.What's left in the press is a dense, vivid green spirulina 'dough', which is either: Sold fresh to local health food restaurants — a rare treat you're unlikely to find outside of BaliDried at low temperatures and pressed into Spirulina Crunchies — preserving the nutrients while creating a satisfying, snackable texture One of the most fascinating details: to check if spirulina is ready to harvest, the farmers examine it under a microscope. The algae must be long and curly — spiralled — before it's suitable. If it's short or straight, it's not ready. So when you're eating spirulina, you're quite literally eating spirals. 🌀You can see more photos and videos of Kate's Bali visit on her Instagram @katemagic. 🥗 How to Incorporate More Spirulina Into Your Diet If Spirulina isn’t already part of your daily intake, we highly recommend finding ways to add it to your diet! Here are some easy options: • Raw Living Spirulina Powder & Tablets – A convenient way to get your daily dose. • Auroville Spirulina Crunchies – Perfect for sprinkling over salads. • Greener Grass Green Powder Blend – A key ingredient for an extra nutrient boost. Sunseeds with Garlic & Spirulina - our addictive activated seed snack New in! Bali Spirulina Crunchies Kate also features spirulina in several recipes in her books — including Broccoli Bonkers dip, Mermaid Soup, and Kids Lifesavers sweet treats. Perfect if you're looking for creative ways to incorporate spirulina into everyday cooking. 🛒 Ready to Try Spirulina? Whether you're new to spirulina or a long-time fan, Raw Living has the right option for you. Browse our full range of green superfoods, or head straight to Kate's books for recipe inspiration. And if you have a favourite way to enjoy spirulina, we'd love to hear it — share your tips with us! 💚 ❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Spirulina Q: Is spirulina safe to take every day? A: Yes — for most people, spirulina is safe to take daily. A typical serving is 1–3g per day, though many people take more. As with any supplement, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a medical condition, it's worth checking with a health practitioner first.Q: What does spirulina taste like? A: Spirulina has a strong, earthy, slightly sea-like flavour that some people love and others find challenging. If you're new to it, start with a small amount in a smoothie or try Bali Spirulina, which has a much gentler, nuttier taste.Q: Is spirulina a good source of protein for vegans? A: Absolutely. Spirulina is approximately 60–70% protein by dry weight and contains all essential amino acids, making it one of the best plant-based complete protein sources available. It also provides iron and B vitamins that are commonly lacking in vegan diets.Q: Where can I buy spirulina in the UK? A: You can buy spirulina in the UK directly from Raw Living. We stock Raw Living Spirulina (powder and tablets), Bali Spirulina, and Auroville Spirulina from India. All of our spirulina is sourced with quality and sustainability in mind.Q: How long does spirulina take to work? A: Most people notice a difference in energy and general wellbeing within 2–4 weeks of taking spirulina consistently. Results vary depending on your current diet, lifestyle, and how much you take — but consistency is key.Q: What's the difference between spirulina powder and tablets? A: Both deliver the same nutritional benefits. Spirulina powder is more versatile — ideal for smoothies and recipes — while spirulina tablets are more convenient for those who prefer to avoid the taste entirely. The choice is mostly down to personal preference.
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Adaptogens by Adriana Ayales
This is an edited extract from the book Adaptogens by Adriana Ayales, founder of Anima Mundi Herbals. ANCIENT MEDICINE FOR MODERN TIMES Wellness is a cosmology, an all-encompassing landscape that embodies the emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual worlds of existence. A true state of wellness is not merely dependent on the condition or mindset a person currently inhabits. Our level of wellness is finely interwoven with the intimate relationship we have with our community, our environment, and ourselves. The multifaceted universe of health and healing is cyclical, a living organism in constant metamorphosis. Healing echoes the logic of quantum physics, suggesting that we exist in a relative, process-oriented ecosystem in which there is no “objectivity” to the world we’re experiencing. The components essential to healing disease cannot be resolved simply by measuring the illness in itself; rather, this healing ecosystem is active, with its own unique interactions and relationships. It is through this process that the healer balances the equation of physical, mental, and social well-being. In Eastern healing traditions, human beings are perceived as microcosms of the universe, suffused with the same forces controlling the cosmos. In Daoism, for example, humans are imagined as part of the unbroken whole, called Dao—a singular relational continuum expressing itself within and without. This thinking predates the separation of the mind from the body. It was the Western mind that created the idea that human beings are independent living systems, unbound by basic natural needs. We escaped from our dependency and attachment to the natural world, pursuing egotistic principles of invulnerability, invincibility, and immortality. The long-term survival of our species is threatened by an unrestrained lust for short-term gain, deceitful beliefs about accomplishment, and false assumptions about our civilization’s autonomy from nature. Modern-day human beings have contaminated their own nests, a clear sign of disease and future troubles, especially considering the consequences of our actions on the wider animal kingdom. Today, many of us seek to reclaim the sense of connectedness that existed universally in ancient cultures, when human fate was wholly entwined with nature. In the ecological understanding of these cosmologies, all things were inextricably bound together. The world was seen as a symbiotic entity in which all living organisms interacted with and supported each other, from the innermost cellular level to the outermost cosmological level. The call for plant medicine in today’s culture is a symbol of humanity returning to its source. A profound rebirth is in process, and the role of the plant kingdom is increasing in significance. An essential bridge is being rebuilt between humans and nature, allowing us to access the realm of the transcendent and the land of the luminous. Plant medicines aren’t just here to provide us nourishment, shelter, and protection from pathologies—they’re here for a much larger purpose, and that is to bring us back to the original consciousness that prevailed on earth for millenia. Herbalism is the medicine of belonging, a gateway through which we keep alive a very sacred aspect of this same consciousness. Shop Anima Mundi Herbals full range here.
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