FAQs
The tabs below should be able to answer all of your questions. However, if you have any other questions, feel free to reach out!
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Does it Taste Like Mushrooms?
Absolutely Not!
More like a crunchy - cinnamony - toasted/chocolatety taste. Many have described the flavor as something very familiar. It reminded them of a very popular cereal brand we all grew up eating!
Is it Granola? Is it Cereal?
The quick answer, Yes!
The Gritpack is versatile. Can be eaten straight of the bag on your hike or on your way to work. It can be added to your favorite cereal brand to give an extra flavor boost. It can be added to your favorite yogurt brand. It can even be added in your favorite home pancake mix! (yes we have tried this before) The ways are endless!
What is Gluten? Why Gluten Free?
The Gritpacks are gluten free! However, The Gritpacks are made in shared facility with all major allergens present.
Gluten, formally known as prolamins, is naturally found in certain grains such as wheat, barley, and rye. Gluten has a variety of functional culinary benefits. It gives many grain-based foods their soft chewy texture.
Gluten proteins also helps in forming an elastic network that stretches and traps gas, allowing the bread to rise and retain moisture (sort of like a binding agent). Because of this, gluten is also frequently added to processed foods to improve texture and promote moisture retention.
Negetaive Effects of Gluten
Inflammation: Gluten-containing foods are pro-inflammatory. Continuous consumption can later lead to arthritis, diabetes, and autoimmune diseases to name a few. It can also exacerbate symptoms in conditions that would otherwise be mild.
Gluten May Block Nutrient Absorption: Leaky Gut syndome (look up this sneaky syndrome) can be caused by a number of factors. One of the main causes can be attributed to continuous consumption of gluten. Over time, this can lead to inflammation of the gut lining therefore blocking proper nutrient absorption.
Gluten + Cognitive Wellness: Gluten has been linked to a handful of impairments related to cognition. Including brain fog, depression, anxiety, easily prone to stress, mood disorders (bipolar), headaches, and migraines just to name a few.
Why does it Matter?: The major misconception is that you *have* to have a sensitivity or have an actual allergy to gluten in order for this to matter. No need to go overboard, but there is still a benefit to start making substitutions when feasible.
Resources:
Gluten Intolerance Symptoms & Treatment Methods
What Exactly Is Gluten? Here's Everything You Need to Know
Are The Gritpacks Vegan?
Yes! All of the Gritpacks are 100% vegan.
What's in the Mushroom Blend?
The list of mushrooms in the mushroom blend are the following:
- Turkey Tail - immunity/gut health
- Lions Mane - cognitive support/reduces inflammation
- Reishi - antioxidant/stabilizes blood sugar
- Cordyceps - promotes restful sleep/anti aging
- Chaga - improves physical endurance/aids in fighting cancer
- Shiitake - cardiovascular health/fat reducing effects
- King Trumpet - aids in lowering cholesterol/immunity
- Willow Bracket - liver health/antioxidant
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