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Sunwarrior Activated Barley – The Ultimate Slow Burning Carb

Sunwarrior Activated Barley – Now Get in India

About Sunwarrior Activated Barley

Sunwarrior Activated Barley is one of the best carbohydrate sources available for energy and endurance. It’s also great for building the immune system, suppressing hunger, building white T-cells, and lowering cholesterol levels.

Sunwarrior Activated Barley has a great history dating back over 2000 years ago. The fathers of medicine discovered that the barley grain had many uses. Among one of the most amazing benefits, was the special barley milk that was created using an extraction process that unlocked its nutritional treasures. This process was called activation. Two examples of historical note are the use of barley meal by both the Roman Armies and Gladiators.

The armies of Rome conquered all of Europe as they marched at speeds up to 5 miles an hour up to 40 miles a day using barley meal. Historians noted this was due to the barley’s ability to provide energy and endurance for extended periods of time. Modern science also shows they benefited from the immune boosting qualities which enabled them to stay healthy and heal quickly. The Gladiators had even a closer association with barley. Each Gladiator was required to eat a meal of barley every morning prior to fighting in the arena

Sunwarrior Activated Barley vs Regular Barley

Sunwarrior Activated Barley takes the nutritional density of the Gladiators’ staple food and elevates it to levels previously thought unattainable. During the low temperature activation process, the energy of the barley seed is captured at the point of highest bio-activity, immediately before it sends out its first green leaves.

At this stage the barley seed is at its most energetic, and contains the highest levels of enzymes. Capturing the energy of the sprouting process during this crucial window of opportunity opens up the potential for a phenomenal nutritional yield, increasing the availability of beta-glucans and other nutrients by up to 94%. We now have the ability to enhance the nutritional power of Activated Barley in ways that the Gladiators knew only by intuition.

Here are just some of the benefits of Sunwarrior Activated Barley.

– Increases energy potential up to 400% more than non sprouted barley

– Provides slow burning carbohydrates delivering energy for hours

– Rich source of Beta-Glucans which helps control blood glucose levels

– Suppresses hunger

– Has a low Glycemic Index

– Contains 1000’s of active enzymes

– Naturally rich in vitamins and minerals

– Has remarkable immune boosting properties

– Maintains and lowers cholesterol levels

– It is 100% Organic.

It’s the perfect carbohydrate superfood for hard training athletes. Just one tbsp contains 34 calories and 7grams of carbohydrates.

Perfect Meal Replacement

Perfect meal replacement should have the best protein, carbohydrates and good fats. Proteins should come from a raw plant based source with a complete amino acid profile like our Sunwarrior Protein. Carbohydrates should be derived from a low glycemic slow burning source such as the Activated Barley, and healthy fats should consist of flax, hemp or raw virgin coconut oil. A meal replacement of this nutritional magnitude should give you energy for hours and help build your immune system

The Power of Raw Vegan Protein

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Sunwarrior – The Power of Raw Vegan Protein

(An excerpt from Natural Muscle July ’09 Issue)

Natural Muscle (NM) – We have been haring a lot about Sunwarrior Protein lately and decided to contact Nick Stern Natureboy, co-founder to find out what all the buzz was about

(NM) – Seems like more and more people are turning to a vegetarian lifestyle. You don’t look like your average vegetarian especially at 56 years young. What inspired you to become a vegetarian and to develop your own protein?

(Natureboy) – My interest in nutrition started at an early age.

I bought my first book when I was 13 called, The Miracles of Juice Fasting, by Paul Bragg. I’ve read numerous books, articles, and have spent years doing research since then on the topic of health and nutrition. I’ve been juicing since I was a teen to the amusement of my friends, hence this is how I developed the name Natureboy. Shortly thereafter, I was introduced to the world of bodybuilding where I competed, and consuming massive amounts of meat and dairy was the staple diet. When my competitive career ended in my early 30’s I still continued to train passionately. But, as I approached my 40’s, my body began feeling toxic, consumed with constant aches and pains, lacking motivation, strength and endurance. It was at this point that I decided to return to a vegetarian lifestyle. After only a short while, I noticed a significant difference.

Somehow I was able to reverse my toxic acidic condition from the years of over consumption of meat and dairy, to a more alkaline sense of wellness. I felt young and vibrant again! Only problem was maintaining my muscle mass while keeping my fat percentages low. After years of extensive research on the best alternative plant based protein sources, Sunwarrior Protein was developed.

(NM): What is Sunwarrior Protein and what makes it so great?

(Natureboy):Sunwarrior Protein is made from raw sprouted whole grain brown rice. We use a unique natural holistic bio-fermentation process that combines the sprouted endosperm and the bran layers resulting in an increase in Lysine and essential and non-essential amino acids. This creates a perfectly balanced amino acid profile comparable to whey and other animal proteins that is easy to digest and assimilate. Its special properties increase muscle size while providing other great health benefits. SunWarior is naturally rich in vitamins and minerals, has high amounts of antioxidants, Tocopherols, Tocotrienols, and other essential nutrients such as Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Phosphorus, Iron and Potassium.

It aids in the absorption of vitamins and nutrients, assists in weight loss, helps maintain the diabetic affects of sugars, has cholesterol lowering properties, and is currently being tested in high blood pressure trials. The benefits really are endless.

To most people’s surprise, just one scoop of the Vanilla contains 70 calories, 4 grams of carbs, and 0 grams of sugar.

I use two scoops in my shakes for a whopping 30 grams of protein. I also want to remind readers that it is the best tasting vegetarian protein on the market, but it does not taste like most whey or egg proteins. We would have to sacrifice the integrity by adding additives and artificial sweeteners.

(NM): Most people would argue that plant based proteins are inferior to animal protein sources. What do you have to say to that?

(Natureboy): In fact most vegetable and rice proteins on the market today use a chemical non-holistic process that produces an unnatural hard to digest protein lacking in essential and non-essential amino acidsespecially Lysine. Furthermore, we know that Soy is hard to digest and has high estrogen levels. Some soy proteins are processed using a dangerous chemical called hexane, a petroleum solvent similar to gasoline.

Our unique process of bio-fermentation creates the first complete hypoallergenic plant based superfood protein made up of all 9 essential and non-essential amino acids in a perfectly balanced amino acid profile. In fact, our comparison by an independent lab test confirms that Sunwarrior is equal or higher in some cases to the amino acid profile of egg, whey, and beef (please refer to the website for amino acid profile comparison charts). Sunwarrior is created with a low temperature natural enzyme process that does not use any chemicals or acid hydrolysis like most proteins. Just one scoop is more potent and absorbable than twice the amount of other non-living animal proteins.

(NM): The price of your protein is higher than most other vegetarian protein powders. How do you justify that?

(Natureboy): Many people think that protein is protein. Not so. You can buy a chemically altered protein for cheap that is low quality, has a low assimilation rate, causes intestinal toxemia and tastes terrible. Or you can buy a natural process high quality protein that has a high absorption rate, is easy to digest, actually good for the body and tastes great. Your choiceYou get what you pay for.

Most bodybuilders take high amounts of protein that is not usable for the body and is actually toxic. After all, it is all about assimilation and absorption. Because Sunwarrior is predigested with bio-fermentation and natural enzymes, it has a 98% to 99% digestion efficiency. That is unheard of for most proteins out there.

(NM): Do I have to be a vegetarian to take it?

(Natureboy): Everyone can take advantage of the benefits of Sunwarrior Protein. Even by substituting one protein meal with a Sunwarrior protein shake you are helping your body transition from an acidic state to a more alkaline one.

Consuming a lot of animal protein and processed foods are taxing on the body and puts it in an acidic state, which leads to all kinds of diseases and ailments.

(NM): Thank you Natureboy for all the great info. Any last minute words?

(Natureboy): If your readers are interested, I would like to come back next month and talk about another rawsome Sunwarrior product, Activated Barley, The Ultimate Slow Burning Carb. A favorite amongst world class athletes and hard training individuals. I also supplement my diet with superfoods that naturally increase testosterone, growth hormone and libido. We can discuss this and much more in the next issue!

Source – http://www.sunwarrior.com/health-secrets/nutrition/51-the-power-of-raw-vega-protein

Is your favourite Protein Powder Causing Cancer or Preventing it ?

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Excerpt from Healing Our World Volume 30 issues #2

Protein is something everyone likes to talk about. Plant based eaters, especially those who consume high raw and vegan diets, often find themselves on the defensive end of these conversation. This is unfortunate, but the tables are slowly turning. It is now common knowledge that cholesterol, found in all animal products, greatly increases the risk of heart disease, often leading to a heart attack or stroke. Eggs and red meat are notorious for being high in cholesterol, so some avoid beef and eggs and look to chicken or fish for protein source. While lower in cholesterol than fatty cuts of red meat or egg yolks, poultry and seafood still contain substantial amount of cholesterol.

People are best served to avoid cholesterol altogether by eating a plant based diet

Most everyone is familiar with Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s landmark work, detailed in his book, The China Study. Campbell’s research dealt with casein, which is the primary protein component in cow milk and cheese.

In his study, rats were fed casein above their protein needs, which caused experimental tumors in the rats to grow. The protein needs of a rat are similar to those of a human, about 10–12% of total calories.

1 In Campbell’s experiment, the rats were fed up to 20% of their diet as protein. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2003–2004, protein intake for Americans ranged from 13.4% of total calories in children aged 4–8 years to 16% of total calories in men aged 51–70 years.

2 Additionally, the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) recommends consumption of 0.4–0.8 grams of protein per pound of body weight for exercise levels ranging from sporadically active to very active.

3 The high end of this protein range is about 15% of total calories. Considering these numbers, it’s easy to see the relevance of Campbell’s work regarding protein consumption.

Traditional bodybuilding and sports diets, especially those targeting muscle growth, typically far exceed the NSCA’s protein recommendation, often doubling it. One can simply search the internet for “macronutrient ratios” and they’ll find that countless people are eating 30% or more of their calories as protein.

Whey protein is a popular product to supplement the diets of those aiming to reach this protein surplus. Whey is the byproduct of the manufacture of cheese or casein. While whey is the more popular of the two, both whey and casein are marketed as protein supplements.

All animal-based proteins, including powders made from milk or egg whites, should be avoided because of the cholesterol they contain and their link to cancer

The trend in sales of protein products indicates people are learning the truth about animal proteins. According to 2008 research from Global Industry Analysts, annual sales of protein ingredients are expected to top $18 billion by the end of 2010. While animal protein ingredients account for 69% of the market, the plant protein ingredients market was the faster growing segment, with a projected growth rate of about 8% through 2013.

There are several plant-based protein powders on the market—rice, hemp and soy are all popular options. None of these protein sources have cholesterol, but there’s something very special about one of them. One of them has cancer-fighting properties

While casein can encourage the growth of cancer, certain components in rice protein can help prevent cancer. Sadly, these beneficial elements in rice are greatly reduced, or removed altogether, by the time it gets to the plate. Rice bran is the brown coating between the rice kernel and its protective hull. Brown rice maintains a thin layer of rice bran around the seed, but in the case of white rice, this nutrient dense layer is polished off. This is why white rice is a nutritionally dead food

Inositol hexaphosphate acid (IP-6) is a potent antioxidant found in rice bran. In addition to its cancer-fighting properties, many experts also believe IP-6 can prevent and treat heart disease, kidney stones and liver disease. The process isn’t fully understood, but IP-6 suppresses the production and activity of cancer-causing free radicals. It also reduces the abnormal rate of cell division that defines cancer and tumor growth, allowing cells to normalize and return to regular, controlled growth. Additionally, IP-6 enhances the body’s potential to kill existing tumor cells by stimulating the activity of the immune system’s natural killer cells, called lymphocytes

Rice bran looks to have a very promising future not only as an alternative cancer treatment, but as a treatment for a host of other diseases and conditions. Whole grain brown rice also makes a fantastic protein supplement.

There is a great protein product on the market today called Sunwarrior. Naturally rich in vitamins and minerals, Sun Warrior rice protein provides a complete amino acid profile. Their old world process combines the sprouted endosperm with the bran from raw, sprouted whole grain brown rice to offer a protein with a 98% correlation to mother’s milk and a 98.2% digestion efficiency. Sun Warrior is raw, vegan and GMO-free.

Source – http://www.sunwarrior.com/health-secrets/nutrition/97-favorite-protein-causing-cancer

10 Best Weight Loss Tips

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10 Best Weight Loss Tips

1. Create Calorie Deficit

A calorie deficit is created when the amount of food energy (calories) you taken in are less than the total calories you use, resulting in weight loss. Figure out your maintenance level by multiplying your body weight by a factor of 15 (for an active individual). Reducing calories by 15-20% below your daily calorie maintenance needs is a useful start. If you want to lose fat, a useful guideline for lowering your calorie intake is to reduce your calories by at least 500, but not more than 1000 below your maintenance level. There are approximately 3500 calories in a pound of stored body fat. So, if you create a 3500-calorie deficit through diet, exercise or a combination of both, you will lose one pound of body weight

2. Eat a Mostly Raw Vegan Diet (at least 80%)

A raw vegan diet consists of unprocessed, raw plant based foods that contain much of their nutritional value. Typical foods include fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds and sprouted grains and legumes. A raw vegan diet fosters natural weight loss, more energy, clear skin, improved insulin tolerance, and improved overall health. Not to mention, a nutrient rich diet helps curve your appetite.

Try to eat at least 4-5 meals per day (incorporating plant based protein whenever possible). This will help maintain blood sugar levels while burning fat. Regular protein intake helps increase metabolism while creating positive nitrogen retention allowing for muscle growth and recovery

3. Eat Slowly

Everything in our lives is fast – fast cars, fast lanes, fast broadband and of course fast food. Since the feeling of satiety is not immediate, the more time you take to appreciate your food, the more time you allow your brain to decode the messages sent by your body.

It takes the brain 20 whole minutes to register that we are full. If you eat slower, you will eat less and by virtue of that you will end up consuming less calories. Secondly, enzymes in saliva play an important role in initial digestion. Chewing food longer leads to better digestion, and therefore better absorption of vitamins and minerals. Japanese researchers found that eating fast is associated with insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is a silent condition that increases the chances of developing diabetes and heart disease. Also, fast eating seems to be a risk factor for the metabolic syndrome (combination of the symptoms such as high blood pressure, obesity, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance).

4. Drink plenty of water

Adequate water consumption provides the foundation for any good weight loss program. It’s probably the most overlooked and underrated weight loss strategy there is.

On average, water makes up 60% of your total body weight. Therefore, drinking sufficient water is necessary to keep your body functioning efficiently. Water keeps your muscles hydrated and flushes toxins which could interfere with fat loss. Water improves endocrine (hormone), metabolic, and liver function, while decreasing appetite and fluid retention

5. Strength Training

Intense strength training preserves lean body mass while assisting in long-term fat loss. People who lift weights and do other strength training exercises such as push-ups and squats may not lose pounds but they shed fat, and because muscle is more compact than fat, their bodies appear leaner, streamlined and toned.

Secondly, muscle burns more calories than fat, so the more muscle you have, the more calories you’ll burn all day long. Increased muscle mass boosts metabolism. Weight training can increase your metabolism by up to 15%. Weight training also creates metabolic changes (such as preventing insulin resistance) that assist in shedding abdominal fat.

6. Cardio

Interval training and metabolic resistance training will provide the most efficient use of your training time. Steady state aerobic training (going at a slow, steady pace) just doesn’t burn enough calories, and splitting up your workouts by body parts will be less effective than total body training for fat loss.

Interval training is an excellent way to burn more calories, build endurance quickly and make workouts more interesting. Interval training involves alternating high intensity exercise with recovery periods. One option is measured periods of work followed by measured periods of rest. An example would be 1 minute of high intensity work (such as a sprint), followed by 2 minutes of low intensity exercise (e.g., walking) and alternating that several times for 15-30 minutes. Metabolic resistance essentially causes a metabolic disturbance in your body meaning you’ll be burning calories up to 48 hours after you work because your metabolism will be at an elevated state. This is great for weight loss because you’ll find yourself burning fat even after you finish working out as opposed to steady state training where you stop burning calories once you stop training

7. Get plenty of Sunshine

Sunlight is the best and only natural source of vitamin D. An hour a week (ten to 15 minutes of sunshine 3 times weekly) is generally adequate to produce the body’s requirement.

Vitamin D is needed to stimulate the absorption of calcium. Vitamin D, in conjunction with calcium and sunlight, helps to properly assimilate food and regulate normal blood sugar levels. When there is a lack of calcium, often times due to a vitamin D deficiency, the body increases production of synthase, a fatty acid enzyme that coverts calories into fat. Calcium deficiency can cause synthase production to increase by up to 500 percent, explaining the correlation between low levels of vitamin D and obesity.

Excess body fat absorbs and holds onto vitamin D, making it unavailable to the body. The absence of vitamin D creates interference with the functioning of a hormone called leptin, which signals to the brain that you are full and should stop eating. It is also known that Vitamin D plays a huge part in boosting the immune system

8. Infra red Sauna

Infrared is an invisible form of energy that is accepted by the human body as heat. Organic molecules have a tendency to vibrate when they come in contact with infrared energy.

Infrared has the ability to penetrate into deep tissues of the body, creating heat among muscles, organs and fat. The body has an immediate reaction to the infrared and raises the heart rate and metabolic rate in response. The heat causes the body to sweat, releasing fluids and resulting in immediate weight loss. An increase in the body’s metabolic rate will also have a direct effect on the way it processes foods and the effectiveness of exercise. In addition to a reduction in water retention and fat stores, infrared saunas also promote weight loss through the burning of calories. The body naturally burns calories when it sweats, and a normal infrared sauna session produces so much sweat that the body can burn up to 600 calories in one 30 minute session.

Since infrared saunas heat the body directly and profuse sweating begins quickly, they offer an excellent means of general detoxification. Infrared heat penetrates well below the surface of the skin, right into the joints and muscles. This increases metabolism and allows body cells to eliminate toxins more readily

9. Relax

Cortisol has been termed the “stress hormone” because excess cortisol is secreted during times of physical or psychological stress.

This disruption of cortisol secretion may not only promote weight gain, but it can also affect where you put on the weight. Some studies have shown that stress and elevated cortisol tend to cause fat deposition in the abdominal area rather than in the hips. This fat deposition has been referred to as “toxic fat” since abdominal fat deposition is strongly correlated with the development of cardiovascular disease including heart attacks and strokes.

Set aside relaxation time. Include rest and relaxation in your daily schedule. Don’t allow other obligations to encroach. This is your time to take a break from all responsibilities and recharge your batteries. Do yoga. Meditate. Connect with others. Spend time with positive people who enhance your life. A strong support system will buffer you from the negative effects of stress. Do something you enjoy every day. Make time for leisure activities that bring you joy, whether it be getting a massage, reading a book, or going for a walk. Exercise is a great way to destress. Keep your sense of humor. This includes the ability to laugh at yourself. The act of laughing helps your body fight stress in a number of ways.

Helpful tip: Eat small meals throughout the day, which will keep your blood sugar stable (when blood sugar is low, mental, physical, and emotional energy decreases, and stress increases)

10. Sleep

Researchers from several separate studies have found a link between sleep and the hormones that influence our eating behavior. Two specific hormones are involved. Ghrelin is responsible for feelings of hunger. Leptin tells the brain when it’s time to stop. When you’re sleep deprived, your ghrelin levels increase at the same time that your leptin levels decrease. The result is an increased craving for food and not feeling full. During deep sleep, your brain secretes a large amount of growth hormone, which tells your body how to break down fat for fuel. When you deprive your body of deep sleep, extra calories get stored as fat, since there isn’t enough growth hormone to break them down. Growth hormone is also responsible for muscle growth.

With loss of sleep, your body may not be able to metabolize carbohydrates as well, which leads to an increased storage of fats and higher levels of blood sugar. Excess blood sugar can lead to insulin resistance. Insulin resistance means that the body has trouble disposing of glucose in the liver and other tissues. It is a trigger for serious health problems such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, and type II diabetes.

A lack of sleep goes hand in hand with a lack of energy not a new concept, but perhaps you’ve grown used to your daily levels of energy and don’t notice that you could gain more. Not only do we accomplish less with less sleep, we also don’t burn as many calories. The body’s reaction is to hoard calories as fat, making our weight loss goals more difficult than they need to be.

Source – http://www.sunwarrior.com/health-secrets/weight-loss/87-10-best-fat-loss-tips

Sunwarrior Protein – Now in India

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Sunwarrior Protein- Premium Source of Health Products – Now in India

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What makes Sunwarrior Protein so Awesome?

Most vegetable and rice proteins on the market today use a chemical non-holistic process that makes for a hard to digest un-natural protein, lacking in essential and non-essential amino acids (in particular Lysine). By using a unique natural wholistic bio-fermentation process and by combining the sprouted endosperm and the bran from raw sprouted whole grain brown rice, Sunwarrior has conquered this challenge.

The result of this amazing process is a massive increase in Lysine and essential and non-essential amino acids forming a perfectly balanced amino acid profile.

At 80% pure protein, Sunwarrior has created the highest and first raw complete vegan, hypo-allergenic superfood protein on the market. Not only does it taste superb but it blends exceptionally well and is easy to digest. In fact Sunwarrior protein is so easy to assimilate that it has 98% correlation rate to mother’s milk and a 98.2% digestion efficiency rating making it one of the highest digestibility and efficiency ratings of any other protein source.

More Information on Sunwarrior Protein

Made with 80% protein, Sunwarrior has the Highest (non soy) raw (Not Heated over 90 Degrees) whole grain sprouted vegan protein on the market.
By using a third generation process, Sunwarrior has created the best tasting vegetable protein on the market that has a silky smooth texture that blends well and tastes great compared with other chalky & grainy vegetable proteins.
Sunwarrior uses an old world process of combining the sprouted endosperm and the bran from Raw Sprouted Whole Grain Brown Rice. This unique process creates the first complete hypoallergenic Protein which is made up of all 9 essential amino acids and other non-essential amino acids in a perfectly balanced amino acid profile.
Sunwarrior has a 98% Correlation rate to Mothers Milk and a 98.2% digestion efficiency making it one of the highest digestibility and efficiency ratings of any other protein sources (compared to whey and soy).
Highest Net Protein Utilization score of any vegetable based protein and the highest ratio of amino acids converted to proteins.
Sunwarrior is created with a Low Temperature natural Enzyme process that does not use any chemicals or acid hydrolysis (like most proteins do).
Sunwarrior Protein is naturally rich in Vitamins and Minerals and contains high amounts of Antioxidants, Tocopherols, Tocotrienols and other essential nutrients — such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, phosphorous, iron and potassium.
Using Sunwarrior Increases the efficacy and absorption of vitamins and minerals. There has been a direct correlation between the use of Sunwarrior Protein and the absorption of vitamins.
Because Sunwarrior Protein is so digestible it can be easily assimilated by infants, the elderly and adults — The World Health Organization may be using Sunwarrior Protein in the future to feed malnourished individuals because of the hypoallergenic profile and superior absorption that Sunwarrior has been shown to have.
There is currently a clinical trial which shows promise that Sunwarrior Protein aids in the absorption of vitamins in Aids patients. There has been a direct correlation between the use of Sunwarrior Protein and the absorption of vitamins in Aids patients where other proteins do not provide such synergistic affects during the intake.
Weight Loss – Clinical studies in Japan have shown that by providing Rice Protein as a staple in a diet it can act as a weight control vehicle. This is especially because of superior absorption rates.
Cholesterol – Clinical studies have shown promise that Sunwarrior has cholesterol lowering potential and the USDA is currently using Sunwarrior in trials to see if it may help control high blood pressure.
Unlike the extraction processes of other proteins, our method of extraction uses neither chemicals nor acid hydrolysis. We only use Organic Enzymes during the process and our process is 100% Organic Compliant.

Nutrition Facts

GoIndiaOrganic team is proud to associate with Sunwarrior, USA representing them for their products in India. Now get Sunwarrior Healthy range of products in India.

GoIndiaOrganic team is based in Delhi but products are dispatched by express courier service once ordered. Get Sunwarrior Protein, Sunwarrior Activated Barley, Sunwarrior Ormus Greens & other products readily available in any city of India be it Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Chandigarh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Gujarat, Jhallandhar. Contact us at [email protected] / +91-11-47566727 to enquire about the stock availability of Sunwarrior products