Organic Fruit & Veggie Powders
Organic Fruit & Veggie Powders
Yet, the realities of daily life don’t always allow us time to prepare fresh ingredients. Advances in the powdering process now let health-conscious consumers enjoy the benefits of whole fresh foods in a quick and convenient product.
Made from fresh fruits and vegetables shortly after harvest, the product is dried and blended into a powder before losing its nutrient value. Dehydrated powders offer more practical usages and longer shelf life than frozen and refrigerated materials, delivering vibrant colours and delicious flavours to smoothies and other recipes.
From nutrient-rich leafy greens like spinach and kale, to antioxidant superfoods like blueberry and acai, Pond Naturals offers a complete range of organic powders.
All products are USDA Certified Organic and available in custom formulations. Browse Pond Naturals’ growing list of Organic Fruit & Veggie Powders below.
Acai
Açaí is a deep-purple berry grown on acai palm trees, primarily in the Amazon River basin. Consumed in either dried powder or pulp form by the natives of Brazil, açaí berries are becoming widely accepted as one of our most powerful superfruits. Açaí berries have:
- A unique nutritional profile for a fruit, high in Omega 6 and Omega 9 fatty acids, yet low in sugar.
- Extremely high levels of antioxidants, with some studies ranking it higher than antioxidant-rich fruits like blueberries and cranberries.
- A supply of plant compounds like anthocyanin, which give açaí its deep-purple colour and increased antioxidants.
- Contains plant sterols, which help prevent cholesterol from being absorbed into the bloodstream.
The word is out and açaí is becoming well-known as one of the most potent and popular fruits in the supplement market. The market for this superfruit has been growing steadily for years, with some predictions showing açaí hitting $2 billion in market size by 2026.
Fresh açaí berries have a short shelf life, making powdered açaí an ideal option for consumers looking to add this fruit to their diets.
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Acerola Cherry
Acerola is a shrub or small tree that bears a delicious cherry-like fruit. Used for thousands of years by various indigenous cultures, acerola is now making its mark as a popular fruit product in the nutraceutical market.
The global acerola extract market is expected to grow at a rate of 8.5% (from 2016–2026), with the total market value predicted to hit $17.5 billion by 2026.
Here are some of acerola cherry’s impressive health benefits:
- In a study of various fruits and their vitamin C levels, acerola outperformed all major competitors, with higher amounts of vitamin C than even oranges and strawberries. The berry was also found to be a very significant source of vitamin A.
- Diabetes management: Recent research has shown that the antioxidants found in acerola cherries can help slow the release of sugar into the bloodstream.
- Anti-aging properties: The high level of antioxidants found in acerola cherries can help cleanse the body of toxins that cause cellular breakdown.
- As a rich source of potassium, acerola cherry can also boost heart health. Potassium is a vasodilator, helping relieve strain on the cardiovascular system by dilating the blood vessels and increasing blood flow.
Powdered acerola is an ideal option for consumers looking to add this fruit to their daily diets
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Apple
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. But what about apple powder? Using a pressing process to remove the juice, we create a natural powder that has retained its pectin and flavour; without preservatives, dyes, or added sugar, a final product that has maintained much of its original fresh fruit benefits.
Apples are a great source of fiber and antioxidans, yet besides the health benefits of this well-known fruit, apple powder offers a range of practical consumer uses:
- Added to protein drinks or smoothies, giving users the benefit of a nutritious and delicious flavour option.
- As a cooking ingredient. Apples contain pectin, a natural fiber that can naturally thicken sauces and other recipes.
- Used in jams or for baking, giving consistency and natural flavour.
- In the restaurant and food-service industry as a replacement for fat in sausages or hamburgers.
- As an ideal ingredient for vegetarian or vegan consumers, who can use apple powder for a whole range of functions, confident that they are not consuming any animal byproducts.
Powdered apple is an ideal option for consumers looking to add this fruit to their daily diets.
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Black Currant
Traditionally used throughout Europe to make jams, oils, and teas, black currant is a secret powerhouse of health benefits.
- Black currants contain four times the amount of vitamin C as oranges and double the amount as blueberries.
- This study showed that black currant can augment the ability of regular exercise and immune system effectiveness.
- Clinical trials have shown black currant consumption can lower blood pressure and bad cholesterol.
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Blackberry
Sometimes overshadowed by the more trendy blueberry and strawberry, blackberries are nonetheless a delicious and powerful superfruit. They can be added to protein drinks and smoothies, or used as a cooking ingredient for both personal use or for the service industry. With a tart yet sweet taste, and packed with potential health benefits, blackberry powder is a great addition to any daily diet.
- High in fibre and Vitamin C.
- Studies show blackberries may improve brain health and prevent memory loss due to aging.
- A potent source of antioxidants and flavonoids.
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Blueberry
Blueberries have established themselves as one of the most popular fruits in the market, a veritable superfruit with a firm spot at the front of most grocery aisles. But this highly seasonal berry can sometime be hard to find, or can be prohibitively expensive, depending on the time of year. Which makes blueberry powder a handy alternative for the health-conscious shopper.
Made from fresh blueberries, blueberry powder is a wonderful source of the berry’s nutrients in a convenient and non-perishable format. Here are some of the superfruits many health benefits:
- Polyphenols (a kind of antioxidant) are responsible for blueberry’s blue hue, and are concentrated enough to make it one of the richest sources of antioxidants in the world, consistently one of the highest of all popular fruits and vegetables.
- Studies have found that blueberries can help protect the brain from oxidative stress and that the antioxidants in blueberries accumulate in the parts of the brain that promote cognitive capacity.
- Thanks to their flavonoid content, studies have shown that blueberries can improve the conditions of your gut, boosting immunity against bad bacteria while supporting the cultivation of good bacteria.
Additionally, blueberry powder offers a range of practical consumer uses:
- Added to protein drinks or smoothies, giving users the benefit of a nutritious and delicious flavour option.
- As a cooking ingredient. Used in jams or for baking, giving consistency and natural flavour.
- As an ingredient and natural additive for the restaurant and food-service industry.
- As an ingredient for vegetarian or vegan consumers, who can use blueberry powder for a whole range of functions, confident that they are not consuming any animal byproducts.
Powdered blueberry is an ideal option for consumers looking to add this fruit to their daily diets.
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Broccoli
Broccoli – along with others like cabbage, kale and cauliflower – are part of the cruciferous group of vegetables. Belonging to the Brassica oleracea species of plant, broccoli is packed full of nutritious properties. Pond Naturals’ Organic Broccoli Powder offers the following health benefits:
- High amounts of Vitamin C, A, and K.
- A great source of antioxidants.
- Contains kaempferol, a flavonoid with strong anti-inflammatory properties.
- Can potentially help blood-sugar control by decreasing insulin resistance. After 4 weeks, patients taking broccoli supplements showed markedly lower insulin concentrations versus the placebo.
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Carrots
This famous root vegetable is best known in its orange incarnation, but can also be found in many other colours, including yellow, white, red, and purple. Packed with nutrients, Pond Naturals’ Organic Carrot Powder allows consumers to get the benefits of carrots in a pure and natural format.
- Carrots are a good source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium.
- Carrots contain dietary fiber, mostly as pectin.
- Carrots contain high levels are several vitamins and minerals, most notable biotin, potassium, and vitamins A, K1 (phylloquinone), and B6.
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Cranberry
Cranberries are red berries best known for their juice. Since the raw fruit has a very sharp and sour taste, this powerful berry is mostly consumed in products that contain lots of sugar or some sort of processing. Rich in various vitamins and plant compounds, Pond Naturals’ cranberry powder allows consumers to get the benefits of cranberries in a pure and natural format.
- Cranberries are a good source of fibre, vitamin C, and manganese.
- Cranberries have high concentrations of bioactive plant compounds.
- Are high in antioxidants and flavonol polyphenols.
- Are an effective ingredient in treating urinary tract infections and general bladder health.
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Ginseng
Ginseng is a root plant that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. Popular as both a tasty cooking ingredient and potent health ally, Pond Natural’s ginseng powder can offer consumers the following potential health benefits:
- Ginseng has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Studies have shown ginseng helps with brain functions like memory, behaviour and other brain states.
- Can improve immune functions and lower recurrence of symptoms from sickness or surgery.
- Is a potential controlling agent for blood glucose in people both with and without diabetes.
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Goji Berry
Historically used as a medicinal plant in Asia, goji berry is becoming well-known in western countries as a powerful natural ingredient. These potent red berries have a sweet and mildly sour taste and are often sold in dried form, like raisins. Pond Naturals offers this exotic fruit in a all-natural powdered format.
- Goji berries contain all 8 essential amino acids and are a good source of protein.
- Have high levels of antioxidants, especially zeaxanthin which is helpful for eye health.
- Have shown good results in boosting immune system and as an anti-inflammatory.
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Hibiscus
Popular as a tea or infusion beverage, Pond Naturals’ hibiscus powder is a great way to get all the benefits of this powerful plant in a convenient and easy-to-use product.
- Hibiscus is a powerful source of antioxidants, these animal studies show impressive results in reducing harmful effects of free radicals.
- Has shown good results in decreasing systolic blood pressure.
- Can lower cholesterol and blood fat levels. This study shows that hibiscus consumption can increase “good” HDL cholesterol and decrease “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.
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Kale
Kale, the (not so new) queen of greens. Recent years have seen the popularity of kale increase substantially, with this member of the cabbage family now considered a staple of healthy eating.
A cruciferous vegetable like broccoli, kale is nutrient-dense and loaded with powerful compounds and health benefits:
- Rich in vitamins A & K, calcium, carotenoids, and cruciferous compounds.
- Kale, like other leafy greens, boasts rich antioxidants. These include beta-carotene and vitamin C, as well as various flavonoids and polyphenols.
- High amounts of the flavonoids quercetin and kaempferol, which are shown to have good heart-protective, blood pressure-lowering, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- More vitamin C per serving than spinach and even oranges.
Additionally, kale powder offers a range of practical consumer uses:
- Added to protein drinks or smoothies, giving users the benefit of a nutritious and delicious flavour option.
- As a cooking ingredient and natural additive for the restaurant and food-service industry.
- As an ingredient for vegetarian or vegan consumers, who can use kale powder for a whole range of functions, confident that they are not consuming any animal byproducts.
Powdered kale is an ideal option for consumers looking to add this super-veggie to their daily diets.
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Mushrooms (Cordyceps, Maitake, Reishi, Shiitake)
Mushroom powder makes it possible to enjoy the nutritional benefits of mushrooms in a convenient format. These flavorful fungi can be easily incorporated into daily diets, allowing everyday consumers to reap the health rewards.
- Promote heart health. Mushroom powder can help cholesterol levels, research shows that it can increase the amount of HDL or “good” cholesterol.
- Studies show that certain mushrooms can help regulate blood sugar levels. Additional evidence links mushroom powder consumption before a meal with lower blood sugar spikes after eating.
- Reports show that mushrooms are high in antioxidants and can reduce oxidative stress.
- Can boost the immune system and has strong anti-inflammatory properties.
The health benefits of mushrooms are continuing to gain notoriety, yet issues like consumer tastes and availability of fresh product are still barriers to everyday use. Powdered mushroom is a practical way to bring this powerful ingredient to consumer’s daily diets.
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Pomegranate
Pomegranates are one of nature’s most powerful superfruits. Its vibrant red color and potent seeds are full of antioxidant-rich polyphenols and other plant compounds. Here are just some of the benefits from Pond Naturals’ Organic Pomegranate Powder.
- Pomegranates contain two unique compounds, punicalagins and punicic acid, potent ingredients not found in most other fruits.
- Pomegranates can contain as much as three times the antioxidants of red wine and green tea.
- Pomegranates have potent anti-inflammatory properties, shown to help with inflammation in the digestive tract.
- Studies have shown that patients with hypertension had a significant reduction in blood pressure and better overall heart health when consuming pomegranate juice.
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Raspberry
Raspberries are a delicious and nutritious addition to your daily diet. They can be added to protein drinks and smoothies, or used as a cooking ingredient for both personal use or for the service industry. Here are just some of the benefits from Pond Naturals’ Organic Raspberry Powder.
- Raspberries are a great source of fiber and Vitamin C.
- Raspberries are packed with powerful antioxidant compounds and bioactive ingredients like quercetin and ellagic acid.
- Studies (in animals) have shown that raspberries can lower blood sugar levels.
- Raspberries are high in tannins, which may help blood sugar by reducing the number of carbohydrates absorbed by the body.
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Red Beet
Sweet, smooth, and alive with vibrant colour, powdered red beet is a great addition to a healthy diet. Overflowing with potent phytonutrients like natural nitrates, betaine, and phenols, red beet offers an impressive range of health benefits:
- Lowers blood pressure: a naturally rich source of nitrates, which convert into nitric oxide, a compound that relaxes and widens blood vessels to make it easier for the heart to pump blood.
- Increases blood flow to the brain: another potential advantage of nitrate-rich food is in treating degenerative diseases related to aging. This study shows the benefits of beetroot for increased blood flow to the brain.
- Increased blood flow for athletes helping in cardiorespiratory endurance and muscle strengthening.
Red beet powder also offers a range of other uses:
- Nutritious and delicious addition to protein drinks or smoothies.
- As a natural additive and ingredient for the restaurant and food-service industry.
- An option for vegetarian or vegan consumers.
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Schisandra Berry
Schisandra is a fruit-bearing vine known as the “five flavour fruit”. Its purple-red berries are said to have five tastes: sweet, salty, bitter, pungent, and sour. Schisandra isn’t normally consumed as a food but rather its berries and seeds have been used for medicinal purposes throughout Asia and Russia for generations. Pond Naturals’ Organic Schisandra Berry Powder offers the following health benefits:
- Can improve brain health by blocking formation of excess amyloid beta peptides in the brain.
- Schisandra has been shown to have strong antioxidant effects, with animal and human studies showing it can protect against toxic damage in the liver.
- Schisandra’ antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties have shown potential to combat neurological conditions and potentially protect against biological causes of depression.
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Sea Buckthorn Juice
Sea Buckthorn has been used for centuries as a natural remedy against a variety of ailments in both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicines. Extracted from the berries, leaves and seeds of the sea buckthorn plant, and prepared as an oil or a juice, sea buckthorn has a range of impressive vitamins and compounds. Pond Naturals’ Organic Sea buckthorn Powder offers the following health benefits:
- Sea buckthorn is full of vitamins, minerals and beneficial plant compounds.
- Has a large number of bioactive compounds with antioxidant, cardioprotective, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Is a great source of potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron and phosphorus.
- May help minimize blood sugar levels and spikes after a carb-rich meal.
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Spinach
Dark, leafy greens are an important part of a healthy diet, and spinach is a popular superfood loaded with nutrients in a low-calorie package. These are just some of the benefits to be gained from spinach powder:
- A great source of dietary magnesium, an important mineral for energy metabolism, healthy immune system, and many other functions.
- High levels of iron.
- Contains potent plant compounds such as lutein, kaempferol, nitrates, and quercetin.
- Contains the antioxidant alpha-lipoic acid, which has been shown to help with diabetes and other chronic diseases.
Spinach powder can also be added to protein drinks or smoothies, used as a natural cooking ingredient, and is a convenient option for vegetarian or vegan consumers.
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Strawberry
Strawberries, the red berry known the world over as a delicious fruit staple. But this famous fruit also has some powerful health benefits. Here are just some of the benefits from Pond Naturals’ Organic Strawberry Powder.
- Strawberries are high in Vitamin C, fibre, manganese, and potassium.
- Strawberries have high levels of antioxidant plant compounds like procyanidin, which have been shown to have strong anti-inflammatory properties.
- Contain over 25 different anthocyanins, a potent flavonoid compound that can help with cardiovascular health.
- Strawberries have been shown to slow glucose digestion, reducing glucose and insulin spikes after meals.
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Tomato
Despite being technically a fruit, the tomato is one of the world’s most famous “vegetables”. Part of the nightshade family native to South America, tomatoes are packed full of nutritious vitamins and potent properties. Pond Naturals’ Organic Tomato Powder offers the following health benefits:
- Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K.
- Contains lycopen, a potent red pigment and antioxidant.
- Contains naringenin, a flavonoid found in the tomato’s skin shown to decrease inflammation and protect against various cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, and rheumatological disorders (animal studies).
- Studies show that tomatoes are a good overall source of antioxidants.