10 food / products I love and use all the time...
These products have been on repeat for me so I figured I'd share in case you need them in your life too. Since I get paid NADA to talk about these, I get to share both the pros AND cons. And I'm about to. ;-)
1) Relyte. Full disclosure: This canister pictured was a free gift from the company (so sweet!), but I love it so much I will be a customer for sure. In fact, I have "order relyte" on my To Do list as we speak 'cause I'm running low. I use about 1/2 scoop - 1 scoop of this electrolyte powder most days spread out into a couple of my bottles of water if it's not a particularly sweaty day. I'll use 1-2 scoops spread out if it IS (like after the sauna). Our bodies are electric -- boogie woogie woogie woogie -- and require these minerals to hydrate optimally. Just because you're drinking a ton and peeing a ton does not mean you're hydrating optimally. It might just be mostly going through you! I love the taste of this one and the only downside for me is thata it requires more of a vigorous shake to get it to dissolve in the water than a few other brands I've tried. Worth it though!
2) Raw Rev glo bars have been a long time friend of mine, as you may know. Sure, it's processed, butt it's less processed than 95% of the other cr*p on the market with ingredients you can identify and a balance that's incredibly rare to find in a bar. Each one contains 15g protein, 14g fiber, 11g fat, and 3g net carbs. It's perfect for a quick afternoon snack or can be paired with some raw veggies, hummus, and an apple for a complete meal-on-the-go. I've done that countless times ... beach days alone with the kiddos require quick fuel!) Warning ... their other flavors are higher in sugar and lower in protein, so stick with Creamy Peanut Butter & Sea Salt if ya can.
3) GimMe Organic seaweed is great as a vegetable 'on the go' or as a side kick to a meal at home. They're salty, delicious, and high in iodine (great for me and my thyroid health as I used to be very low in iodine). Warning ... some of their products use inflammatory industrial seed oils like canola, sunflower, or safflower. They do now make the seaweed with olive oil or avocado oil, but you have to intentionally choose that one.
4) Organifi Glow is a fav. of mine and is finally back in stock (it's a seasonal thing). It's a powder to add to water, contains collagen precursors and tastes delicious! It's a very subtle taste, so it works well paired up with the Relyte electrolytes I mentioned above as a tasty and hydrating drink.
5) Athletic Greens. This is often mistaken as a protein powder (it's not) or a greens powder (that's only a tiny part of it). It's actually a multi-vitamin, multi-mineral, and probiotic in one. It's quite pricey and only available through a subscription, so definitely not a good option for everyone. For me personally, it condenses a lot of the supplements I was already taking, so it's actually saving me money. I mix one scoop in lemon water and drink it up usually right before my breakfast.
6) Simple Mills almond flour crackers. We LOVE these crackers. They are still mostly a carb, but contain less net carbs and more fiber and protein than most other crackers. Perfect for a snack, as part of a picnic-style lunch, or crumbled up and added to the top of soup or salads for some crunch.
7) Banza pizza crust. Just like the pasta (which we also consume frequently), this crust is made from chickpeas and is a lot higher in protein and fiber than most other crusts. The oil used is olive oil rather than industrial seeds oils (a rarity in pre-packaged food) and it tastes great! We usually add tomato sauce and toppings of choice for a fun, quick, and usually way too messy 'make your own pizza' night.
8) Cappellos sweet potato gnocchi. OMG ... YUM! My daughter requests this once a week lately and my taste buds are happy she does. These gnocchi are gluten and dairy free and make from almond flour. They're very high in carbs, so make sure you're aware of your portion sizes and keep yourself off of the blood sugar rollercoaster by not consuming too much of this at once ... enjoy alongside some other food like a big salad with protein. We like to add the cooked gnocchi to a super fast sauce we make of olive oil, rosemary, cinnamon, and sea salt. It's really perfect.
9) Organifi Gold. This powder is full of adaptogens and anti-oxidants like turmeric and tastes delicious in some steamed milk as a 'golden milk latte. Enjoy it as a nightcap on a cold night or make ahead and put in the fridge for a delicious iced version the next day.
10) Truvani protein powder. (Not pictured b/c my recent order is currently lost in Milwaukee, apparently.) I can't speak to the taste because I've come to learn I'm not nearly as picky about the taste / texture of protein powders as many of you are. Haha! I have my things, but protein powder isn't one of 'em, I guess. But what I love most about this brand is that it's one of the cleanest plant-based powders out there. Just a few basic ingredients. Nothing artificial or extra. Gets the job done.
What do all of these products have in common? THEY ARE EXPENSIVE! So I understand this list is not even applicable for many people, but even if 1 or 2 of these products pique your interest or fill a gap in your needs, then typing this out was worth it.
Hope you're having a great start to your week!
XO,
Tara
