Stoke is a multi nut & seed butter formulated to offer a wider variety & higher amount of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients than traditional single nut butters - with a special emphasis on the inclusion of certain nutrients that are beneficial to physical and mental performance. Stoke was created by two pro endurance athletes in search of a whole food based, anti-inflammatory, and nutrient dense fuel that would not only be optimal for training, but would also fuel the body and mind for daily life. Knowing that many nutrition products and nut butters on the market today are either loaded with synthetic vitamins & minerals (often artificially made & offering lower absorption), are limited to the nutrients of only one ingredient, and/or are packed with extra sugars and low quality oils, Stoke was made to provide a whole food based alternative for superior nutrient use by the body. Stoke is a low GI distress risk food (making it a great option for pre-workout fueling) and is made with only anti-inflammatory, vegan ingredients. Stoke does not contain any added sugar, artificial ingredients, preservatives, hydrogenated oils, palm oil, or coconut oil.
The idea behind Stoke originated in response to the need for a better performing peanut butter. Peanut butter has long been a popular pre-training/race food of athletes around the world; and while admittedly versatile and tasty, peanut butter does have qualities that make it less than ideal for optimal physical and mental performance. First, peanuts are grown underground where they are susceptible to colonization by Aspergillus mold - a mold that attaches itself to the peanut and contaminates the peanut with highly carcinogenic Aflatoxins. While Aflatoxin levels are typically low in peanut butter (and are regulated by the USDA), trace amounts can exist and be harmful. Second, peanut butter contains high levels of linoleic acid (an essential Omega-6 fatty acid) and little to no Omega-3 fatty acids, potentially increasing inflammation markers if not paired with an Omega-3 fatty acid containing food. Finally, peanut butter only contains nutrients from one source: peanuts. Since peanut butter is limited only to the ratio and type of nutrients in peanuts, it misses key micro- and phyto-nutrients beneficial to performance. Thus, through the need for a more performance oriented, nutrient dense, less inflammatory, and whole food based training fuel source, the concept of Stoke originated.
KEY NUTRIENTS
- 1000+mg DHA Omega 3 per jar to support Cardiac Output and Brain Health
- B Vitamins to support Energy Production & Blood Health
- Selenium to support proper Thyroid function and energy metabolism
- Copper & Iron to support Blood Health
- Zinc to support immune function
- Magnesium to support muscle function and recovery
- Polyphenols to support anti-inflammatory effects