Product Q&A – Navitas Organics

Is my Acai Powder supposed to be oily?
Here's a fun fact for you: Acai is one of the few berries out there that has a high essential ...

Can I use your Alternative Baking Flours in my smoothie?
It's not our usual response to this product question, but please don't! Both the Lentil Flour ...
Are your Alternative Baking Flours raw?
That depends on which flour we're talking about! Both the lentils and the chickpeas used in ou...
Can I substitute your Alternative Baking Flour for regular flour?
It depends on the recipe, but probably not! The flour called for in most recipes is made from ...

What's the difference between cocoa powder and cacao powder?
They look basically the same, sound basically the same, smell basically the same and are spell...
Why does my cacao say "Product of the Netherlands"?
If you thought cacao didn't grow in the Netherlands... You're absolutely right, of course! Cac...
What is the ingredient ratio in the Cacao+ Blends?
Cacao—one of the most nutrient-dense foods in its own right—gets even better with the addition...
Are there heavy metals in your cacao?
Yes, trace amounts of lead and cadmium are inherent to virtually all cacao beans, including ...
Is your cacao raw?
If you asked some in the industry, the answer would be yes! Our cacao is processed with the sa...
What is the flavanol content of your Cacao Powder?
If you've been a long-time fan of our Cacao Powder, you may have noticed that the number of fl...

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What amount of omega-3s do your Chia Seeds contain?
Chia seeds contain among the highest amounts of omega-3 essential fatty acids of any plant! Th...

I think I had a bad reaction to your Elderberry Powder
It is possible to feel less than super after consuming elderberries. Why? Well, it boils down ...
Are Elderberries toxic?
Have you ever wondered why you never see fresh elderberries on the shelves of your local groce...
Is it safe to take Elderberry Powder every day?
No slouch in the world of superfoods, the elderberry has been used by numerous cultures around...

Some of the goji berries in my bag have blue/green spots on them. Is this mold?
Good news: probably not. Although it can definitely be alarming to see unusual color flecks on...
Why are your goji berries from China? I try not to eat anything from China.
Here at Navitas, we believe in sourcing our superfoods from their native regions whenever poss...

Are your Hemp Seeds shelled?
Indeed they are! We use a low temperature process to hull our organic hemp seeds, filling our ...
Do your Hemp Seeds contain THC?
Absolutely not! It's a great question, and we actually get asked all the time. Rest assured, N...
What amount of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids do your Hemp Seeds contain?
In addition to being a complete protein, Navitas Hemp Seeds are a great plant-based source of ...
Can I use your Hemp Seeds to grow hemp plants?
Sorry to be a wet blanket on your gardening dreams, but...no, our Hemp Seeds will not grow new...

I've heard that there are different colors of maca that have different health benefits. What color is your maca?
Great question! We offer a full-spectrum Maca Powder, which is a blend of all the colors—black...
What's the deal with your Gelatinized Maca Powder?
We get it — "gelatinized" is a weird and unnerving word! But not to worry; gelatinization is m...

What grade or quality is your matcha powder?
Navitas Organics Matcha is one of the highest quality matcha powders on the market! It is Prem...
How much caffeine is in your Matcha Powder?
Navitas Organics Matcha Powder contains naturally occurring caffeine in the amount of 16mg per...
Where is your Matcha Powder sourced from?
Navitas Organics Matcha is one of the highest quality matcha powders on the market! Sourced fr...

How much of each ingredient is in the Superfood+ Blends?
You're detail oriented—we can relate! While the exact ratio of the ingredients in our Superfoo...

Do the Superfood Lattes contain caffeine?
Despite the caffeine-evoking name, our lattes are unlikely to give you the jitters or keep you...

Where is your Turmeric Powder sourced from?
Our organic Turmeric is one of the highest quality turmeric powders in the world, sourced spec...

Is your Wheatgrass a whole grass powder or a juice powder? What's the difference?
We're so glad you asked! Here's the simplest way to break it down: Navitas Wheatgrass Juice ...