Let's Eat Nakd!

In my effort to be healthy, stay healthy and eat clean, I am always looking for healthy snack alternatives. I eat frequently through out the day (at least every two hours) and with small creatures in my house combined with working, cleaning, and being active, I need foods that are quick to fuel me. I am always buying different protein bars to try so I was thrilled when I was asked to review Natural Protein Bars from Natural Balance Foods.

First of all look at this box! It made me happy just opening it and see the greeting inside. I was pleasantly surprised at all the different flavors to try. Here are just a few: Pecan Pie, Rhubarb & Custard, Cocoa Crunch, Cocoa Orange, Banana, and Strawberry Crunch. There is a total of nine flavor combinations and four crunch bar flavors.

What I love about these bars is that they contain 100 % natural ingredients. This means they are good for you and your body will be happy to eat them. These bars are made from simple and natural ingredients such as fruits and nuts that are "smooshed" together. They are even Gluten, Dairy and Wheat free!

Yes, I was pleased to read the package of the bars and see how simply these were made. But do they taste good? These bars were SO good! I will admit I actually hid the entire box away so my children wouldn't steal them. I was caught eating one and my four year old asked to try them so I caved and gave both him and my 21 month old a bite. They loved it! They even asked for more and sadly I ended up sharing my bars with them. Though sharing my food isn't something I like to do it does please me to give my children healthy snacks. Knowing that they are eating something that is good for their bodies makes me a happy mama.

 
My two favorite's were the Cocoa Orange and the Cocoa Protein Crunch. I love chocolate and this is such a great way to satisfy a craving without the guilt. Snacks should taste good and be good for you.  

Natural Balance Foods is: "Devoted to increasing world happiness with delicious and healthy snacks, humor and helpfulness." This company is doing their part in promoting healthy eating by giving us a natural and delicious bar. If you are looking for a new way to snack healthy order some of these bars. Right now they even have a sampler box of their bars for $9.99 and shipping is always free! I just ordered a sampler box and a box of the Cocoa Protein Crunch Bars. Maybe I will share with my kids...Maybe not!


Now click on Natural Protein Bars  to read more about this awesome company then head on over and visit them on Facebook and Twitter.

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5 Smoothie Combinations To Fuel Your Day

I tend to be a creature of habit when it comes to week day routines. I wasn't always this way, I believe having children has created this person. From work to house cleaning, running and what I eat, I tend to stick to a routine. Most mornings between 9 and 10 you will find me in my kitchen making my morning smoothie.

I look forward making a new "concoctions" and seeing what flavors I can make by combining different clean foods. I pack it with a combination of fruits and veggies to fuel me. The hard part is mixing it up and coming up with new combinations that I like. I enjoy this part of my day and do not want to get sick of doing this. Even better is how I feel after I have had my morning smoothie. My body is pretty happy afterwards.

For Christmas last year my parents gave me my new best friend: The NutriBullet. Prior to my new love affair I had used a blender and even a hand held blender to make my smoothies. The first time I used my NutriBullet I was in awe of how great this product was. Not only were my smoothies actually smooth yet I was able to add more ingredients. There are different models and though mine is only a 600 watt this has worked well for me and I have no complaints.

This is not about the Bullet though, even though I do have to rave about it! This is about putting good, whole foods in your body. Today I thought I would share 5 different combinations that I have tried. I find that mixing things up is not only fun (it's like an experiment) but a great way to get different nutrients in your body. Here are five variations of smoothies for you to try. Enjoy!

1- Spinach                                                         
    Kale                                                               
    Blueberries                                                    
    Grapes                                                           
    Pineapple                                                        
    Chia Seeds                                                      
    Protein Powder                                               
    Water                                                             
    Coconut Milk                                                 

 

2- Kale
    Spinach
    Pineapple
    Banana
    Chia Seeds
    Coconut Flakes
    Protein Powder
    Water
    Coconut Milk

3- Kale                                                            
    Cucumber                                                      
    Blueberries                                                    
    Strawberries                                                  
    Flax Hemp Seed Blend                                  
    Protein Powder                                               
    Water                                                              
    Coconut Milk 

4- Spinach
    Blueberries
    Blackberries
    2 Clementines
    Large Spoonful Of Plain Greek Yogurt
    Chia Seeds
    Protein Powder   
    Water

5- Kale
    Spinach
    Flax Hemp Seed Blend
    Mango
    Blueberries
    Protein Powder
    Water
    Coconut Milk


Those are just a few of the combinations I have been doing lately. It depends on what I am craving while other times it depends on what I have in my fridge. Using cherries in my smoothies has been a new favorite but the price isn't always favoring for them to come home with me. Coconut oil, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and other nuts (pick your favorite, mix it up!) are also great adds to a smoothie.

As for which protein powder to use it is a personal choice. There are several great products on the market. Check out a few, read on them and find what works for you. Certain flavors blend better of coarse. I am currently using a Whey Protein in Vanilla flavor that mixes well with most of my combinations and the vanilla becomes subtle allowing the other ingredients to create flavor. 

Another added bonus: They are a great hang over remedy! Not that I would know anything about that...(Insert Sarcasm) 

Do you make smoothies or juice daily? What things do you like to put in your smoothies?


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Box Brownies: I Say Never Again 


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