Energy Bits- Product Review

EnergyBits

A few years ago, a friend of mine began working for a start up company that sold "bits" made out of alge and vitamins geared towards weightloss, fitness, energy and vitality. Fast forward to 2013 and I saw someone tweet about loving their "Energy Bits!" I had to reach out to the company and see if I could get a sample to blog about! I really wanted to try their products but hadn't ever purchased any. At any rate, I received a sample and was so excited to try them...then I got sick. I kept putting it off and putting it off and I finally tried them this week! I LOVE them.

The first time I used the "bits" (you take about 30 algae&spirulina tabs at a time-they're tasteless) I was heading to a cardio barre class. I had zero-energy. I felt like I was about to get sick and didn't even want to go to class. I figured it was a PERFECT time to try out this product! It was indeed! I felt more awake and full of energy. It was a 6:00 a.m. class and really seemed to help me make it through the day. They really saved me that day. The second time I took them, I just needed a pick-me-up before heading off to work. I felt great during the day. I was more alert and able to tackle the job of being an early-childhood teacher on a snowy Monday morning.

I'm really inerested in trying more of their products and purchacing the Energy Bits!

A few quick facts about these little bits:

• Algae is 60% protein- the highest concentration on the planet.
• Algae quickly converts to glucose because it's already in amino acid form, which builds muscles. Glucose is one major source of energy in the body.
• Algae tabs are 100% spirulina, which release nitric oxide into your body naturally. Our bodies and muscles need to use nitric oxide to open blood vessels and deliver oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.
• Olympic athletes, NASA astronauts and millions more world wide have been utilizing algae for the last 50 years. I had no idea! total shocker to me.

If you're looking for a product that will give you natural energy, without the chemicals and additives, and zero-crash...give Energy Bits a try!

From EnergyBits.com website:
"Want more energy, more mental vitality, or a healthy high protein snack you can grab on the go? How about a quick way to boost your athletic performance, supercharge your run or crank up your endurance while working or working out? If so, ENERGYbits® are for you. Made from 100% organicallly grown spirulina algae and loaded with 40 nutrients, ENERGYbits® algae tabs have the highest concentration of protein in the world (64%) all for just one calorie per tab. Endorsed by the United Nations as the most nutritious food on earth, spirulina algae has been a favorite of Olympic gold medalists for decades and is a super food in every sense of the word, delivering instant and enduring energy to your brain and body.

Best used for:

• Increasing Energy 
• Increasing Endurance
• Increasing Mental Vitality
• High Protein Snack
• Curbing Hunger 
• Meal Replacement
• Balancing Blood Sugar
• Lowering Blood Pressure
• Reducing Fatigue

How to take them:
For best results, swallow at least 30 ENERGYbits® (or more) before any workout, run, game or intense physical or mental activity. They will improve your energy and endurance. Also take whenever you are tired, hungry or don't have time to eat or cook. They are a terrific high protein, low calorie snack or meal on the go.  A favorite of Olympic athletes.Swallow with beverage (or chew them as you would a handful of nuts). Remember, they're "bits" of food (not pills)."

Product Review: Zing bars!

I was introduced to Zing Bars by my dietitian, Kelly. She informed me that they were a great Paleo snack when in a bind and were a lot better at regulating blood sugar than other bars.

I received a box of variety flavors from Zing and I was so excited to open the box! I felt like I had to try every flavor that very moment.


Flavors:

• Chocolate Coconut (chocolate covered)
• Chocolate Peanut Butter(chocolate covered)-contains dairy
• Dark Chocolate Hazelnut(chocolate covered)
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip (soft cookie)
• Oatmeal Chocolate Chip (soft cookie)-contains dairy
• Coconut Cashew Crisp (soft cookie)
• Almond Blueberry (fruit & nut)-contains dairy
• Cashew Cranberry Orange (fruit & nut)

ALL of the bars are gluten/wheat and soy free. The bars are also dairy free unless otherwise noted (there are 3 that are NOT dairy free).

Chocolate Coconut and Dark Chocolate Hazelnut were by far my favorite. I also really liked the Cashew Cranberry Orange. The fruit flavors tasted real and not "fake" like many bars are.

I have to go back to the Chocolate Coconut for a moment...it's HEAVEN. It tastes like a clean Almond Joy. I couldn't even handle it! I WANT to order more but they're so delicious that I don't know if I even have self control enough to keep a box in my house!! They're THAT good!

I would most certainly recommend Zing Bars to ANYONE. If you're trying to eat clean or struggle with regulating blood sugar- definitely give them a shot.

Where can I find Zing Bars?
The website has a store locator. It also has these stores on their site.

However, I had a difficult time finding them at Whole Foods and Dominicks.

Your best bet is to buy them online and Zing has shared a discount code if you mention that you saw them on our website! The discount code for 15% off your online order is: FitGirl (offer expires February 20,2013)

Product Review: True Citrus

The old me really struggled to get my water in. I can drink gallons each day, now. But, I recently found a product that really helps those who aren't huge "water fans" get all of their water in. It's all natural and flavored with stevia.

Product Review:

TRUE CITRUS

 True Lemon, True Lime, & True Orange for Cooking, Baking & Beverages (32 packets/box)

---I really like the true lemon and lime. Lemon is probably my favorite. It takes like putting a fresh squeezed lemon into your water. The Orange isn't my favorite. I added quite a few packets to make it have more flavor.

 True Original Lemonade, & True Raspberry Lemonade for Your Water (10 stick packets/box) 

--These are similar to a Crystal Light, except they're all natural. In all honesty, I didn't care for them that much. They aren't as strong as Crystal Light, so prepare your taste buds. Maybe that's why I didn't like them? The Raspberry was decent. The lemonade just didn't seem worth it, I'd stick to the regular "True Lemon" flavor!  I'd still recommend giving them a try. They're natural and only sweetened with stevia. It's a great alternative to artificial sweeteners!

Lemonade

Raspberry Lemonade

True Grapefruit for Your Water (32 packets/box)
--True Grapefruit is a nice surprise! I have never liked grapefruit before but I liked the packet in my water. It had a faint taste so I used two per bottle. YUM! Very refreshing. 

The lemon, orange and lime are great for baking! I read that, but I had to try it out for myself! And...they're right! I used the lemon packets to make a Honey Lemon Balsamic Chicken dish (prior to my Arbonne 30 day challenge due to the vinegar and honey). I mixed the ingredients below to whip up an easy glaze to use on chicken or shrimp. It was delicious

Honey Lemon Balsamic Chicken

1/4 c. of balsamic vinegar

2 tbsp of honey

pepper and salt to taste

2 packets of true lemon

Mix together ingredients in a bowl (I didn't measure so they measurements are approximate. You just want to measure to a glaze consistency)

top you chicken breasts with the mixture

cover and bake for 30 minutes on 350 degrees.

To find a store near you: Visit our store locator at www.truecitrus.com.

Or purchase online: You may also purchase our products directly from us at www.truelemonstore.com, or call toll free at 1-888-476-0026.