Heart Healthy Asian Seasonings

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We're on a mission to eliminate excess sodium by crafting flavourful salt-free seasonings that transport you to a world of health and flavour. We're dietitian-founded and developed for your health journey.
Together we've removed 5,188,480 mg of excess sodium from our diets...and counting!
Introducing our expertly crafted and oh-so-convenient salt-free meal bases that are BURSTING with all healthy natural flavours.
Prepare to have your taste buds jump for joy while your heart sends you a big thank you!
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Heartful Flavours vs Other Brands

Why Heartful Flavours?

♥ Heart Health Focus: We put your heart at the centre of what we do

♥ Dietitian Founded and Developed: Expertly crafted with an Evidence-Based, Best-For-You approach for you to use with confidence

♥ Flavours that Put Your Health First: Packed with all healthy, natural, plant-based and whole food ingredients including herbs, spices, yeast, fruit and vegetable. Worry no more. We only use ingredients that are healthy for you and nothing else

♥ 5 Health Star Rated: Absolutely no added salt and sugar, low in sodium & saturated fat, no filler ingredients, preservatives or additives

♥ Flavourful Seasoning without Compromising Your Health:  Feel relieved that our products are without the excess sodium. Salt substitute and alternative that is free from salt and sauces containing salt such as fish sauce, soy sauce and oyster sauce

♥ Celebrate and Embrace Culture: Whether you have dietary requirements for certain conditions or you’re just trying to eat healthier for prevention, there is no need to deviate from cultural flavours that you love

♥ Take Back Control and Adjust As You Want: Enjoy your favourite flavours without the added salt, sugar and saturated fat. Control how much you want to add, and allow your taste buds to adjust and adapt to a low sodium diet over time such as Week 1: 25% less usual amount of salt/sauces containing salt → Week Two: 50% less amount → Week Three: 75% less amount → Week Four: 100% no added amount

Heartful Flavours Vietnamese Pho Recipe Food Shot Lifestyle with tofu noodles carrot mushroom mint bean sprout lime
Heartful Flavours Thai Green Curry Recipe Food Shot Lifestyle with tofu chickpea brown rice beans broccoli

♥ Convenient Time Saver: No more time-consuming frustrating kitchen experiments to create flavour  from scratch. Use our tried and tested done-for-you solutions to create quick healthy meals  all-in-one-pot or pan, ready in 30 minutes

♥ Healthy Meal Prep Made Easy: Comes with nutritionally balanced recipes on the back-of-pack. No need to think about the amounts of each ingredient required, already calculated for portion control and to help you meet your required food group serves. Simply use the ingredients list and follow the 3 easy step recipe.  One packet makes 4 healthy meals

♥ Build Confidence: Learn the components of a healthy meal, develop nutrition and cooking skills

♥ Versatile Usage: Follow the back of pack recipe, or simply use as marinades and rubs for protein sources, vegetables, or to flavour grains

♥ Aligns with Healthy Dietary Patterns: Including the Mediterranean and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) dietary patterns associated with reduced risks of chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, metabolic syndrome

♥ Perfect Solution for Health Conscious Customers of Any Age: Perfect for anyone looking to prevent and manage high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart and related conditions

♥ Feel Empowered and Supported: We provide credible educational resources and healthy recipes to support you on your health journey

♥ Join our Mission: Contribute to a larger mission on eliminating excess sodium and supporting heart health for the worldwide community by choosing our products

♥ "Heart & Taste Buds Thank You Guarantee": Commitment to your health and wellbeing, ensuring a positive and rewarding experience. After 30 days, if your heart and taste buds didn't thank you, you don't have to pay a cent

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Did you know the average person consumes double the recommended sodium intake? And we wanted to do something about it.

Our heart-healthy meal bases are developed by our founding dietitian and are blended in Australia.

You will only find all natural plant-based whole food ingredients in our seasonings including herbs, spices, yeast, fruit and vegetable.

No added salt or sauces containing salt such as soy sauce, fish sauce and oyster sauce. No added sugar. Low in sodium and saturated fat.

Our Best-For-You meal bases are AMAZING with 5-Health Star Ratings and comes with nutritionally-balanced recipes.

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Heartful Flavours Korean Bibimbap Recipe Food Shot Lifestyle with tofu egg brown rice carrots mushroom sesame seeds seaweed bean sprout spinach

What Our Community Says

Amazing and smart products! When I first learnt about these meal bases, I was curious about the flavour and authenticity. These are usually prepared with ingredients high in sodium. Think fish sauce - one tablespoon makes up more than half of your max recommended intake. So it is great to see the availability of these quick and easy meal that is low in sodium. And in these lightweight convenient packs that you can easily bring along for trips, including camping trips. My personal favourite is the green curry - I’ve prepared with mussels for the extra boost of omega three. Thanks for these innovative cultural meal bases!

Ee Ling

Dietitian and Lecturer

What a great initiative. I love that idea and am an advocate for the DASH diet. I think we need more companies who are going to be conscious about their salt in food.

Dr Jodie-Ann Senior

Cardiologist and Heart Failure Specialist

I love the idea of salt free meals as kidney disease in central Australia is the highest rates among the world. The recipes were a hit! The community really loved the recipe, they found it very simple to follow and tasted very good, not too spicy.

Alison Julien

Public Health Dietitian

Wow, the thai green curry tasted amazing. I was pleasantly surprised by the lovely flavours (and smells) despite no added salt or sugar. As a cardiac rehabilitation nurse I am always promoting healthy eating and cooking food from scratch, in line with the Mediterranean and DASH diets. Having cooked this dish and seen how it only contains 42mg of sodium in 100g (way below our aggressive targets for those with heart failure or heart attack) and despite adding low fat coconut milk, to still have less than 1gm of saturated fat per 100gm is truly marvellous. I will be promoting heartful flavours to my cardiac patients and encouraging them to try. Well done to the heartful flavour team and look forward to seeing more healthy recipes soon.

Gaby Plimmer

Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse

Many of the clients that I see are dealing with weight issues and chronic diseases due to the 'delicious' Asian foods available. What you and your team have developed is exciting!

Clara Wangsahardja

Private Practice Dietitian

That’s a great idea! My Asian patients often struggle when I tell them their favourite sauces are all high in sodium.

Dr Christopher Sia

Nephrologist

Perfect alternative for those with blood pressure problems. Would love to see more products like this out on the market as it makes my job easier to be able to recommend better products and alternatives when possible! Including my own family too!

Ashleigh Stanley

Private Practice Dietitian

I am a cardiac rehabilitation CNC. My patients and I tried these products, and they were delicious. Will definitely will recommend to my patients.

Erin

Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinical Nurse Consultant

I’m a Dietitian myself and pretty impressed with having a seasoning option like these that have no added salt. Simple instructions and perfect for battling decision fatigue at dinner time

Erika

Private Practice Dietitian

I know it’s difficult to have or follow a low sodium and/or saturated fat diet especially when I grew up consuming mostly Asian cuisine. From personal experience and learning what foods are commonly consumed (and how it’s prepared/made) from other cultures, I find it difficult working with those who are of Asian descent to modify meals accordingly to bring out the flavours/taste in different cuisines.

Christine Tran

Clinical Dietitian

Wow this is fantastic. What a great idea! Will definitely be recommending to my patients and family!

Dr Joseph Assad

Cardiologist

Great in flavour, and a good alternative to standard higher sodium seasonings.

Zoe Cooke

Private Practice Dietitian

I would use this product weekly - it was quick and easy. I would recommend to family particularly if concerned about hypertension.

Jacqueline Chan

Community Health Dietitian

Reducing sodium intake is challenging, however it’s a significant dietary modification that needs to be individually implemented. Having a salt substitute would assist in achieving this health goal.

Hiba Agha

Private Practice Dietitian

What a great idea, getting rid of the salt and sugar in these beautiful flavours for the Asian meals.

Dr Warrick Bishop

Preventative Cardiologist

I would use it once a week while meal prepping and would recommend it to anyone with hypertension, CKD, or anyone wishing to eat healthier.

Leanne Wang

Private Practice Dietitian

This is such a great initiative as many Australians definitely exceed their recommended sodium intake!

Jacinta Hatzis

Private Practice Dietitian

I share the same sentiments where it's tricky to provide realistic strategies for patients of cultural backgrounds to choose healthier choices if they can't experience the same flavour! These meal packs are great as the existing Asian ones are often high in sodium.

Celina Wang

Clinical Dietitian

I can’t wait until this product is more readily available on supermarket shelves. A great product to recommend any clients looking for an easy and nourishing meal. It comes with a recipe for a BALANCED meal on the packet - something I have not seen on any other product. The low sodium is difficult to achieve in a product like this. Very appreciative to have this as a product I can suggest.

Shanna W

Private Practice Dietitian

I finally got a chance to try my first packet and it was amazing! I kept it very simple and simply stir fried some onions and asparagus in some grapeseed oil, added the flavoring and it was absolutely fantastic! I didn’t even need to add even a pinch of salt to enjoy it. To me this means your product is very versatile and accommodatable to ultra simple recipes. I look forward to trying the others over the month. Dr Tom and Flex5 Lifestyle approved!

Dr Tom Rifai

Longevity and Lifestyle Medicine Physician

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use your product?

Our meal bases are easy to use. Simply add it during cooking like you would for seasonings, pastes, soup bases and sauces. Follow the 3 Easy Steps on the back of the pack to create your healthy meals, or use as marinades for protein sources, vegetables, or to flavour grains.

How are your product ingredients different from regular seasoning blends?

Our products are expertly crafted to only use ingredients that are healthy for you and nothing else because we believe in having flavours that put your health first.

There is no added salt, no added sugar and we use premium, natural plant-based ingredients including yeast, fruit and vegetable in our products that are not used in regular seasoning blends. Our products contain only whole foods and have absolutely no filler ingredients, preservatives or additives.

Isn't sodium required in our diet? Why no added salt?

We only require a relatively small amount of sodium for our body to function. Sodium is naturally present in many foods. The adequate intake is 460-920mg for adults and children 14-17yo, 400-800mg for children 9-13yo, 300-600mg for children 4-8yo and 100-300mg for children 1-3yo. However, the average intake is at almost double the recommended upper limit to reduce risks of chronic disease.


Excess sodium intake is linked with increased risks of high blood pressure (hypertension) which is a major risk factor for heart disease including heart failure, kidney disease, stroke, stomach cancer, osteoporosis and fluid retention (oedema). One teaspoon of salt (sodium chloride), approximately 5 grams, contains 2000mg of sodium.

We know you care about your health and we do too which is why all our meal bases have no added salt!

Why no added sugar?

Our products have no added sugar and free sugar - both are associated with increased risks of chronic disease. Free sugar includes added sugars (added forms of dextrose, fructose, sucrose, lactose, sugar syrups and fruit syrups) and sugars in honey and fruit juice.*

The WHO recommends limiting free sugar intake:
"In both adults and children, WHO recommends reducing the intake of free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake (strong recommendation). WHO suggests a further reduction of the intake of free sugars to below 5% of total energy intake (conditional recommendation)"
Guideline: sugars intake for adults and children https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241549028

*More information can be found on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand website: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/science-data/monitoringnutrients/ausnut/foodnutrient/Determining-the-amount-of-added-sugars-and-free-sugars-in-foods-listed-in-the-AUSNUT-201113-dataset

Why do you not use potassium chloride?

Potassium chloride is a sodium chloride (salt) substitute. However it comes with a certain degree of unpleasant bitter and metallic taste. We strongly believe that flavours can come naturally from herbs, spices, fruit and vegetable. This aligns with healthy dietary patterns such as the Mediterranean and DASH dietary patterns which are associated with reduced risks of chronic disease.

Furthermore potassium chloride may not be suitable for individuals who are are susceptible to high potassium in their blood (hyperkalaemia) such as those with kidney, heart conditions or on certain medications. So for all these reasons we have chosen to not use potassium chloride in our products.

What is the potassium content?

Yeast, fruit, vegetable, herbs and spices naturally contain potassium. Potassium content of:

  • Thai Green Curry Meal Base per 6.25g serve is 98mg and 1563mg per 100g
  • Korean Bibimbap Meal Base per 6.25g serve is 101mg and 1612mg per 100g
  • Vietnamese Pho Meal Base per 6.25g serve is 80mg and 1283mg per 100g

The back of pack recipes are designed to help you meet 2.5 serves of vegetables in each meal. For those that are required to restrict their potassium intake, please consult your health professional such as peeling and boiling vegetables beforehand to leach out some of the potassium.

Where are your products produced?

We blend and pack all our products in Australia.

Can I buy your products in store?

Yes, you can go to our Store Locator to find your nearest stockist. We are working to increase our stockists at the moment and thank you for your patience. If there is a particular store you want to find us in feel free to let us know through social media or email hello@heartfulflavours.com

In the meantime you can also purchase directly from our website.

How long do your products last?

Each product is labelled with a best before date. Make sure you store your products in a cool, dry place. Dry blends maintain their quality for 18 months.

Do you offer samples?

As a small early-stage food startup we currently cannot provide samples. However, we do provide the option to purchase individual packets and "Heart & Taste Buds Will Thank You" Guarantee. Please refer to our Refund Policy.

Are your products gluten-free?

Our products do not use any ingredients that contains gluten, however we cannot guarantee our products are gluten-free as they are made in a facility that handles ingredients containing wheat and gluten.

Are your products suitable for vegans?

Yes, all our ingredients are 100% plant-based. Therefore, they are suitable for vegans or anybody on a plant-based diet. All of our products come with nutritionally balanced recipes on the back-of-pack including plant-based protein source options and the specific nutrition information.

Are your products suitable for people with allergies?

Any allergens in our products are clearly declared in the ingredients list. However, we cannot guarantee they are 100% free from any allergens as our products are made in a facility that handles various allergens such as peanuts, tree nuts, soy and wheat.

Are your products suitable for children?

Yes, our products contain all healthy ingredients and are suitable for all ages.

I have not received my confirmation email yet?

Please ensure you have checked your all folders in your inbox, including spam and junk folders. If you are still cannot locate the confirmation email, please email us at hello@heartfulflavours.com, and our team will be happy to help you out.

How long does shipping take?

Please refer to our Shipping Policy.

What if I want a refund, replacement or store credit?

If you are not happy with your order, please contact us at hello@heartfulflavours.com so we can make it right! We offer a "Heart & Taste Buds Will Thank You" Guarantee. Please refer to our Refund Policy.

What if my order has not arrived yet?

Please check the shipping status of your order via the tracking number and refer to our Shipping Policy to check the delivery time frames that correspond to your postal address. If you still have issues, please contact us at hello@heartfulflavours.com

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship to various countries. Please refer to our Shipping Policy and upon checkout you can select your country location and see shipping fee details.

What if the product I want is out of stock?

You could try to purchase an alternative pack option. Otherwise, please feel free to email us at hello@heartfulflavours.com.

I have a media enquiry, who should I talk to?

All media enquiries will need to be emailed to hello@heartfulflavours.com, and our team will be in touch with you.

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