YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
How should I store my plant based protein bars?
Be sure to eat once the film has been opened and to store in a cool dry place.
Where can I find the nutritional information?
You can find the list of nutritional information for each of our products on our website. You can find them on each product page, below the prouct title at the top of the page.
Where can I find the ingredients?
You can find the list of ingredients of each of our products on our website. You can find them on each product page just below the product title at the top of the page.
Are your products peanut and nut free?
Our superfood blends do not contain nuts by design. However, they are manufactured on a site that handles tree nuts and peanuts, so they are not suitable if you have a peanut or nut allergy. Our protein bars contain almond paste and are manufactured on a site that handles tree nuts and peanuts therefore are not suitable for those who have a nut allergy.
Are your products non GMO?
Yes, all of our raw materials are vetted to ensure that they are non-GMO according to GB & EU legislation.
How do I know which product is most suitable for me?
If you are unsure which of our Jade and Joy products is most suitable for you, then you can take our quiz and receive a tailored product list that has been personalised based on your preferences and your health needs. Take the quiz today
How do I store Superfood Powder Blends?
For the Superfood blends, once you have opened the powder and peeled back the aluminium seal, be sure to pull back the seal before closing by putting the cardboard the lid on top of the tube and then store in a dry cool place.
Once opened we suggest consuming within 2 months to retain optimum freshness.
Can I have the Beauty Boost and the Vegan Collagen Bars?
Yes it is perfectly fine to consume the recommended daily serving of both the Beauty Boost Vegan Collagen Blend and our Vegan Collagen Protein Bars. Both the Beauty Boost and the Vegan Collagen Bars compliment one another helping to boost your body’s natural collagen production, and support skin hydration, revitalising your skin, hair and nails.
Can I take multiple powders per day?
Our products contain certain vitamins, minerals and substances that have a recommended daily intake. Therefore, you need to take into account any other foods and supplements you may be taking. Consult a medical professional if you are unsure what is best for you.
For more information on ingredients, nutritional and allergenic information please view individual product pages.
How do I use Superfood Blends?
There are lots of ways to enjoy our delicious Superfood Blends, you can drink it, blend it or eat it. Enjoy hot or cold with still water, or why not mix things up and mix with sparkling water and some ice for a refreshing drink. You can also enhance your morning smoothie by adding it in and blending it for a delicious morning treat, or if you are feeling a little more adventurous why not try adding our Superfood blends to food, if you are unsure how to incorporate our blends into food why not check out our recipe page for an array of delicious recipes – https://jadeandjoy.co.uk/recipes/
What is the recommended daily allowance for Vitamin C?
The recommended daily intake of Vitamin C for women is 75mg, it is fine to exceed this however the recommended limit for adults is 1000mg according to the NHS.
All of our Superfood Blends contain 380% of your RDI of Vitamin C, meaning that just one serving per day contains more than enough Vitamin C to ensure you are reaping the health benefits associated with this vitamin. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that acts as an antioxidant, it improves the absorption of iron from plant-based foods and helps the immune system work properly to protect the body from disease. This makes it essential to a plant based diet.
Your body also needs vitamin C to help if produce its own healthy levels of collagen https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-Consumer/
What is Ashwaghanda?
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a medicinal shrub that originates in ancient India and Ayurvedic and is a type of holistic lifestyle medicine dating back over 6,000 years. It is now cultivated worldwide due to its renowned health benefits. https://menopausebetter.com/ashwagandha-for-menopause/
What is the daily recommended allowance of Iron?
Women who lose a lot of blood during their monthly period (heavy periods) are at higher risk of iron deficiency anaemia and may be more in need of iron supplements or to consume products that contain a higher iron content. All of our Jade and Joy Superfood Blends contain 10.63mg of your recommended daily intake of iron, meaning that no matter which blend most suits your health needs, we’ve got you covered. For any further advice please consult with a medical professional.
Does magnesium help with hot flashes?
Some studies suggest that magnesium might be an effective, affordable treatment for hot flashes, this is why it is often found in supplements to help ease the symptoms of menopause. Magnesium is a safe mineral supplement providing your kidney function is normal and has minimal side effects, making it an ideal ingredient to help alleviate hot flashes.
What is the recommended daily intake of magnesium?
According to the NHS the recommended daily intake of magnesium for a woman is 270mg per day https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/others/. Our sleep easy contains 150mg which is 55.5% of your recommended daily intake. This should be consumed along side a balanced healthy diet full of whole foods to ensure you are reaching your recommended daily intake.
Is Reishi Mushroom good for sleep?
Reishi is traditionally known for its calming benefits and antioxidant properties which help to support the immune system, promoting wellbeing and longevity, making it an ideal ingredient to help you unwind and get in a state of relaxation setting you up for a good nights sleep.
Should I use boiling water or hot water?
If you decide to drink your superfood blend hot we suggest using boiling water, just as you would any other hot drink, however we would recommend topping this up with a little cold water (based on your preference) to cool it down.
What are the power of shrooms?
Mushrooms are incredibly nutrient-dense, jam packed with micronutrients such as iron and B-vitamins, as well as key nutrients like glycoproteins (i.e., ergosterols) and polysaccharides (i.e. beta-glucans). Mushrooms contribute health benefits such as:
Antioxidant
Anti-inflammatory
Antiviral
Boost metabolism
Improve lipid levels
When should I have Energy Burst?
As our Energy Burst Caffeine Blend contains 108mg of caffeine which is 27% of your RDI, we would suggest the best times of day to consume Energy Burst are:
In the morning: To give you energy and to help you start your day with heightened focus and clarity.
Pre-workout: To give you added motivation and improved performance.
During afternoon slump: To help combat brain fog after a long day and give you the energy needed to leave you raring to go and improve productivity.
How much Caffeine can you have per day?
It is recommended that adults do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day.
Can you have too much Vitamin C?
The recommended daily intake of Vitamin C for women is 75mg, and the upper limit for adults is 1000mg.
Does Super Greens Powder have iron in?
Yes Super Greens Super Food Blends has a lot of nutrients and vitamins that your body needs to function properly, including high levels of iron. The recommended daily intake of iron for women between the age of 19-50 is 18mg per day, for women above 51 the recommended amount is 8mg. One serving of Super Greens Superfood Blend contains 10.63mg of iron per serving which is 58% of your recommended daily intake for iron.
The daily maximum intake of iron is 20mg.
Are Super Greens actually good for you?
When taken along side a healthy balanced diet full of wholefoods Super Greens Superfoods Blends is very good for you as it is a convenient and delicious way to get your daily dose of nutritious greens to help support your immune system, energy and digestion.
Can you drink Super Greens everyday?
Yes, we suggest you consume Super Greens Superfood Blends once daily and that it should be taken along side a healthy balanced diet full of whole foods, to help support your immune system, energy and digestion.
What time of day is best to drink Super Greens?
We suggest the best time of day to consume Super Greens Superfood Blend is in the morning, as not only is this a convenient time, but if you consume on an empty stomach prior to breakfast it can increase the absorption of the nutrients.
Are your products safe for children?
Some of our products do contain caffeine, or utilise medicinal mushrooms / herbal ingredients that we would not advise giving to children, due to limited research.
Are your products safe to consume whilst breastfeeding?
The products that are safe to consume whilst breastfeeding are our vegan collagen bars, super greens super food blend and our wellbeing protein bars.
However with that being said we are not a brand that specialises in supplements for breastfeeding mothers which is why we do issue a disclaimer on some of our packaging that says not suitable for lactating women . This does not mean that our products are not perfectly safe to enjoy however we would always recommend that you speak with your doctor or midwife if you are pregnant for advice before consuming.
Are your products safe to consume when trying to conceive and during pregnancy?
The products that are safe to consume when trying to conceive or during pregnancy are our vegan collagen bars, super greens super food blend and our wellbeing protein bars.
However with that being said we are not a brand that specialises in supplements for pregnant women which is why we do issue a disclaimer on some of our packaging that says not suitable for pregnant women. This does not mean that our products are not perfectly safe to enjoy however we would always recommend that you speak with your doctor or midwife if you are pregnant for advice before consuming.
Can you drink Super Greens whilst intermittent fasting?
Traditional fasting would suggest that you only consume drinks with zero calories, which is why most people who are fasting or intermittent fasting generally only consumer water, black tea or black coffee during their fasting windows. Super Greens Superfood Blend is only 26 calories per serving, so whilst that is extremely low, it does exceed that zero calorie suggestion, therefore it would be based entirely on your decision and personal preference if you wish to consume super greens superfood blend during a fasting period.
Is Sleep Easy suitable for someone with a dairy allergy?
Yes, Sleep Easy Herbal Blend is dairy free and is manufactured on a vegan site that does not handle dairy.
Is Energy Burst suitable for someone with a dairy allergy?
Yes, Energy Burst Caffeine Blend is dairy free and is manufactured on a vegan site that does not handle dairy.
Is Super Greens suitable for someone with a dairy allergy?
Yes, Super Greens Superfood Blend is dairy free and is manufactured on a vegan site that does not handle dairy.
Is Beauty Boost suitable for someone with a dairy allergy?
Yes, Beauty Boost Vegan Collagen Blend is dairy free and is manufactured on a vegan site that does not handle dairy.
Is Energy Burst suitable for coeliacs?
Yes, Energy Burst Caffeine blend is suitable for coeliacs as it does not contain gluten and all of our products are manufactured on a gluten free site.
Is Sleep Easy suitable for coeliacs?
Yes, Sleep Easy Herbal blend is suitable for coeliacs as it does not contain gluten and all of our products are manufactured on a gluten free site.
Is Super Greens suitable for coeliacs?
Yes, Super Greens Superfood Blend is suitable for coeliacs as it does not contain gluten and all of our products are manufactured on a gluten free site.
Is Beauty Boost suitable for coeliacs?
Yes, Beauty Boost Vegan Collagen Blend is suitable for coeliacs as it does not contain gluten and all of our products are manufactured on a gluten free site.
How long does it take for vegan collagen to work?
You may start seeing results in as little as 4 weeks after starting to consume vegan collagen, with skin care benefits often showing the fastest visible results, however everyone is different, and there are other contributing factors that may impact your own collagen reproduction levels, such as age, weight and lifestyle. We would suggest for the greatest chance of seeing visible results to take collagen for 8 weeks. if you continue to consume collagen daily for up to one year it can even help with bone density support, joint health support, tendon support as well as hair and nail support How Long Does It Take For Collagen To Work? | mindbodygreen
How much collagen should I take to help the appearance of wrinkles?
The average recommended consumption of collagen is between 2.5g to 15g per day, so if you are wanting to consume collagen to help with the appearance of wrinkles we would suggest having at least 5g per day. We would also suggest that you have vegan collagen, as it mirrors the amino acid structure of human type 1 collagen so you can cut out the middleman and give your body the building blocks it needs to create its own healthy levels of collagen.
What is the best type of collagen?
If you are looking for collagen for its anti aging benefits then the best type of collagen is type 1 as this is the closest in genetics to human type 1 collagen. Vegan collagen mirrors the amino acid structure of human type 1 collagen therefore it can even be considered superior to animal collagens. Both our Beauty Boost and Vegan Collagen bars are made with vegan collagen therefore are the perfect option if you are looking for a superior collagen product.
How much collagen should I have per day?
The average recommended consumption of collagen is between 2.5g to 15g per day. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-much-collagen-per-day. For more information please see our blog post where collagen is explained https://jadeandjoy.co.uk/vegan-collagen-explained/.
Can men and women have collagen?
Yes both men and women should ensure they are having sufficient collagen within their diet, this is because our body’s natural collagen production begins to decline from early adulthood, therefore both men and women should ensure they are consuming sufficient levels of collagen. For more information please read our blog where vegan collagen is explained – https://jadeandjoy.co.uk/vegan-collagen-explained/
Is marine collagen vegan?
No, marine collagen is not vegan as it actually comes from fish skin, bones, tendons, muscles and other tissues meaning it is not suitable as part of a vegan based diet. For more information please read our vegan collagen blog – https://jadeandjoy.co.uk/vegan-collagen-explained/.
What is the difference between animal collagen and vegan collagen?
It is a common misconception that vegan collagen is not as effective as animal or marine collagen however this is incorrect, it is actually considered that vegan collagen is superior as its amnio acid structure is the closest to human type 1. Because of this, vegan collagen actually absorbs four times better than animal collagen, bypassing the digestive system due to its molecule size, meaning that 1 gram of vegan collagen is the equivalent of 4 grams of bovine or marine collagen. For more information please read our blog on vegan collagen https://jadeandjoy.co.uk/vegan-collagen-explained/.
Is vegan collagen really collagen?
Although there is no natural vegan source of collagen in the plant kingdom, scientists have cleverly found ways to produce a form of collagen from natural ingredients to help form the building blocks needed to facilitate collagen formation. For more information on this please see our blog on vegan collagen https://jadeandjoy.co.uk/vegan-collagen-explained/.
What is the best collagen for women?
The recommended daily consumption for collagen is between 2.5-15 grams per day, so the best vegan collagen would be a collagen product that contains at least 2.5g. Our Beauty Boost Vegan Collagen Blend contains 7g of collagen and therefore can provide you with ample amounts of collagen, to help boost skin hydration, reduce fine lines and help your body to boost its own healthy levels of collagen.
Are your protein bars suitable for someone with a dairy allergy?
Yes, all of our plant based protein bars are dairy free and are manufactured on a vegan site that does not handle dairy.
Are your protein bars suitable for coeliacs?
Yes, all of our plant based protein bars are suitable for coeliacs as none of our products contain gluten and all of our products are manufactured on a gluten free site.
Does a protein bar replace a meal?
Whilst protein bars are an extremely convenient and make a tasty on the go snack, they should not be eaten in replacement of a meal, but instead should be eaten as part of a well rounded healthy balanced diet that include a variety of whole foods.
When should I eat protein bars?
Most women like to eat protein bars at different times throughout the day based on what is convenient for them, however if you are eating protein bars to increase your protein intake alongside a fitness regime, we would suggest the best time to consume protein bars would either be pre or post workout, due to the fact plant based protein help support muscle growth and repair.
How much protein do I need to build muscle?
Defining the perfect amount of protein intake per day can be tricky since our protein needs are specific to each and every one of us, however the best way to calculate this would be by weight. So in order to build muscle we would suggest eating between 1.2g – 1.6g protein per kg of body weight, therefore a 60kg woman may want to have up to 96g protein per day. This is suitable for women who are looking to add lean mass or if you are a woman in midlife.
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/how-much-protein-to-build-muscle
How many protein bars should I have per day?
We suggest a serving of 1 to 2 protein bars per day to be eaten alongside a healthy balanced diet, as that should be sufficient to complete your remaining calories and protein intake whilst aiding as a tasty fulfilling snack.
How much protein should women have a day?
According to the NHS your protein intake is dependant upon your weight, they suggest that an adult should have 0.8 – 1 grams (g) of protein per kilogram (kg) of body weight, therefore a 60kg woman would need 48-60g of protein per day. The NHS also suggest that if you are unwell, recovering from an operation, or who have a bad wound, you may want to increase your protein intake to 1.5g per kg of body weight, which means a 60kg woman may require 90g of protein per day. https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/HP-booklet.pdf
What is the best vegan protein for women?
Plant based proteins contain all 9 essential amino acids and each have multiple health benefits, we would say women’s best vegan protein would be a combination of both soya and pea, both great sources of protein as they promote muscle growth and repair, healthy blood flow and heart health. These proteins can also help you to feel fuller for longer, in comparison to carbs and fat. All of our protein bars contain both pea and soya protein and have been created with taste at the forefront, we are taking vegan protein bars to the next level, obliterating the current stigma attached to what a vegan protein bars is expected to taste like.
How many Vegan Collagen Protein Bars are in 1 pack?
All of our protein bars come in boxes of 12.
Are Jade & Joy products vegan?
Yes, all of our ingredients are 100% vegan and our bars are made in a vegan facility.
Are your products suitable to gift?
Definitely! Not only are we very proud of our packaging, we also take lots of care when packing each order to make sure whoever is receiving, opens a true box of Joy.
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