
Australia's unique biodiversity
Health benefits from the Australian environment
Native food with Superior Antioxidant capacity and Bioavailability of nutrients.
Nutrient dense ingredients for good health and wellbeing. A natural source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants as part of a healthy balanced diet and lifestyle.








Australian native superfoods
nutrient dense
Super foods from the pristine Australian landscape
100% Pure. Nothing added. Non GMO.
Aniseed Myrtle
Aniseed Myrtle has been shown to have anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties. It has a high antioxidant activity level and is rich in magnesium. Aniseed Myrtle is a good source of lutein, folate, vitamin E and vitamin C. It contains anethole which gives the leaf its aniseed flavour and aroma. Traditionally has been used for digestive conditions.
Bush tomato
Bush Tomatoes contain selenium, which is often deficient in many soils and foods and plays a key role in metabolism. They are a good source of plant based iron, selenium and potassium and has antioxidant properties. Bush Tomatoes contain vitamin E, folate, zinc, magnesium and calcium and has a high potassium:sodium ratio which is favourable to help reduce hypertension. The fresh berries also contain vitamin C.
Cinnamon myrtle
Cinnamon Myrtle contains the essential oil elemicin which has been used medicinally to treat dyspepsia, heartburn, colic and other digestive ailments.
Lemon myrtle
Lemon Myrtle, with the highest known concentration of citral contained in the leaves, has been used traditionally to treat gastric and digestive problems. It contains antioxidants and is non-acidic. It is also anti-fungal and anti-microbial which may inhibit the growth of pathogens and organisms which cause diseases like ulcers. The tea can be used as an inhalant to receive colds and other congestive disorders.
Mountain Pepperleaf
Mountain pepper leaf contains strong antioxidants, vitamin E, lutein and iron and is a rich source of zinc, magnesium and calcium. Tasmanian Mountain Pepper leaf and berries have a very strong anticrobial activity against common food born human pathogens, bacteria, yeasts and moulds. Mountain Pepperleaf contains Polygodial (an aromatic compound), which gives the fragrant spicy hot flavour profile and rainforest aroma.
Pepperberry
Pepperberries contains strong antioxidants, vitamin E, lutein and iron and are a rich source of zinc, magnesium and calcium. Tasmanian Mountain Pepper leaf and berries have a very strong anticrobial activity against common food born human pathogens, bacteria, yeasts and moulds. Mountain Pepperleaf contains Polygodial (an aromatic compound), which gives the fragrant spicy hot flavour profile and rainforest aroma.
Peppermint gum
Peppermint Gum makes a great refreshing and digestive tea to help cleanse the palate. The leaves contains antioxidants and its aromatic menthol properties may help as a decongestant. Eucalyptus teas are high in flavonoids.
rivermint
Rivermint (Mentha australis) has been traditionally used to treat headaches and colds. Rivermint contains bio-active components and has been recently found to be high in flavonoid and phenolic compounds (higher than spearmint and rosemary) which act as antioxidants which help to reduce oxidative stress which can cause cellular damage and diseases. Phenolic rich compounds have health benefiting properties including anti-inflammatory, anti-hepatitis, and anti-tumour activities. Native Rivermint could have medicinal potential use in helping to treat diabetes due to the a-glucosidase activities. Further research is needed.
saltbush
Saltbush is a leafy vegetable that contains calcium, protein, sulphur, a range of minerals and a natural range of mineral salts and antioxidants. Great for vegans being high in protein, calcium, magnesium and zinc.
Sea parsley
Sea Parsley Current Research has shown sea parsley to contain high levels of phenolic contents and strong antioxidant activities. Sea Parsley contains several phenolic compounds that hold potential therapeutic effects for human health. Containing apiin and apigenin in high concentrations which could hold potential therapeutic effects on certain diseases like diabetes and cancer. More studies needed.
strawberry gum
Strawberry gum (Eucalyptus olda) leaves have a high oil content containing aromatic methyl cinnamate which may assist with the balance of microflora in the gut. Studies have shown the oils to have antimicrobial, anti-bacterial and anti fungal properties. Strawberry gum has also shown to have a high antioxidant activity.
wattleseed
Wattleeeds are high in iron, zinc, protein and dietary fibres. They also contain calcium, magnesium, potassium and other nutrients for good health. They are a Low GIycemic Carbohydrate. As part of a healthy balanced diet you can incorporate the Wattleseed into your everyday cooking making it nutritious and delicious.
Davidson plum
Davidson Plums are a good source of vitamin C. Davidson Plums also contain vitamin E, Lutein, Folate, Zinc, Magnesium, Potassium and Calcium. Davidson Plum fruit contains a powerful antioxidant called anthocyanin, a type of flavonoid and pigment which gives the plum a rich red colour. Phytonutrients such as anthocyanins can offer some protection from free radical damage to our body cells which can help prevent common diseases.
Desert Lime
Desert Lime has shown an outstanding amount of Vitamin C, a high level of folate (ten times more than blueberry) and to be a rich source of calcium (with almost ten times the calcium content of Blueberries). Desert Limes show a high potassium:sodium ratio which may be beneficial to reduce hypertension. Desert Limes also contain a-Tocopherol, a powerful lipophilic antioxidant. Lutein (which is good for eye health in the prevention of macular degeneration) content was more than the Hass avocado - known to be the primary source of lutein.
Kakadu plum
Kakadu plum fruit contains the highest amounts of Vitamin C of any known food. Kakadu plum also contains vitamin E, lutein, folate, zinc, magnesium and calcium. Kakadu plum contains lipid and water soluble antioxidants which show a higher level of protection against free radical damage within and outside of cells. As part of a healthy balanced diet Vitamin C can assist with absorption of iron from food, protection against free radicals, skin health – collagen formation, normal energy metabolism, Immune support and contributes to normal bone formation. The Kakadu Plum contains acids that have anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal qualities. NATIF Kakadu Plum does not have the seed ground into the product, therefore containing superior levels of vitamin C.
muntries
Muntries are a good source of vitamin C. They contain calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, sodium and fibre. Muntries have a greater antioxidant capacity than blueberries with over two times the phenolic compounds.
quandongs
Quandongs contain phenolic-based antioxidants with an outstanding anti-oxidant capacity, providing protection from free radical damage to cells. They contain high levels of protein, folate and vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, zinc and iron. All nutrients needed for good health.
riberries
Riberries contain anthocyanins, antioxidants which give the fruit its ruby pigment. Antioxidants are known to potentially prevent or delay common known diseases like Alzeihmer's, cardiovascular and autoimmune diseases, cancer and diabetes. Riberries are also a good source of calcium and contain high levels of folate.
To retain freshness and nutrition
Always store NATIF seeds, herbs and spices in our zip locked bags in a cool, dark, dry place. NATIF freeze dried fruits and powders are best stored in our zip-lock bags or in an air-tight container, in the fridge.
Julie Merlet - Native food Consultant and Nutritionist