Category: Beverages

Why You Should Choose Chocolate Bone Broth

12/5/2017

The cold weather has finally come and with it, all of the tempting foods that show up every holiday season. This fall, I’m giving a big recommendation to Ancient Nutrition Chocolate Bone Broth as a way to kill those cravings and add some powerful nutrients to your diet.

I am a fan of this particular bone broth for its simplicity. Six ingredients make up this dairy free, gluten free, soy free treat that adds only 100 calories while giving 20 grams of protein per serving. Those numbers work when you use water - I primarily use almond milk. Both ways are delicious.

I’ve tried it both hot and cold, and I prefer it hot. When I make it hot, I put the powder in a blender with some almond milk, and let it get completely mixed. The also gives it a nice froth, and a "chocolate mousse” kind of texture. I then pour it out of the blender into my microwave safe mug (with room at the top - the heat makes it expand) and just a few seconds later, its ready. Additionally I’ve found that for some reason, making it hot brings out a deeper dark chocolate flavor that is really, really good.

From The Blender....

Using The Shaker Cup...

If you are drinking it cold, use the blender or a shaker cup to ensure all the lumps get broken down. It just makes it better.

From The Shaker Cup....

Remember The Part About Room For the Broth To Expand When You Heat It Up....

I know there are lots of brands out there that you can try, but Ancient is my go-to. The nutrition is balanced, the flavor is excellent, and my sweet tooth is completely satisfied.

I dont know about you, but when I crave chocolate, only chocolate will do. Now that I've placed Ancient Nutrition Chocolate Bone Broth in the rotation of my nutritional arsenal, those cravings can be eliminated with no straying from my diet.

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Everyday I'm Guzzlin' - Are You Gettin' Enough Fluids?

4/16/2017

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I confess I am a pusher. “Drink more water", I say to all my clients. “Your body needs to stay hydrated.” “It helps with a clear complexion.” But to be completely honest I have to force myself, or at least make a conscious effort everyday, to drink enough water. So I have come up with a couple of strategies and alternatives to ensure I get enough fluids while still leaving enough calories to eat all the food I want.

My favorite way to drink water is from my VIA Crystal Water Decanter. You can select your own crystals. I chose fitness energy crystals. There are also wellness, vitality, purity and focus crystals to name a few. I have yet to establish why it works for me but the company states that the gem vibrations create:

distinct improvement of tap water quality
neutralization of harmful substances
improvement of the pH-value and oxygen content
increase in bioavailability of minerals
raise of energy balance
increase of vital powers
quality level otherwise only known in natural spring water
high biological balance

Whatever the reason I am drinking more water than ever and for me that is pretty impressive.

Gemwater Bottle VIA

Fitness Crystals

Casing for crystals of choice

Braggs Organic Apple Cider Vinegar Drink in Apple Cinnamon flavor. I seriously love this stuff and it only has 32 calories. It tastes like apple pie and I like the ingredients. Pure Distilled Water, Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Apple Juice, Organic Cinnamon and Stevia Extract

Celsius is my go to appetite-curbing thermogenic drink when I need a bit of a boost. I like the sparkling options but they have non sparkling selections as well. The new lime flavor is not sweet at all which is great. Their claim to fame is

Burn 100 Calories or More
Increase Metabolism
Clean Healthy Energy
Tastes Great!
NO Sugar
NO Aspartame
NO Artificial Colors or Preservatives
NO High Fructose Corn Syrup
Very Low Sodium

You can read more here
https://www.celsius.com/science/

Next challenge for me was to find a grab and go style protein shake. I don't always digest milk based products very well and my son is gluten free. I found Evolve plant based protein shakes. They come in chocolate, vanilla, almond and mocha. They are delicious and lack the grittiness you often find in plant proteins.

EVOLVE® Protein Shakes are made with only the highest-quality, North American grown, inherently Non-GMO pea protein.
Made with only 10-11 essential ingredients that are Non-GMO and free of dairy, soy, and gluten.
An excellent source of non-GMO pre-biotic fiber to support digestive health.

In one 12oz bottle

Calories 160
Total Fat 2.5g
Protein 20g
Carbohydrate 17g
Dietary Fiber 10g
Sugars 5g

Ingredients: Water, Pea Protein, Soluble Vegetable Fiber, Organic Cane Sugar, Less than 1% of: Natural Flavors, Calcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Organic Stevia Extract, Gellan Gum.

Drink Up! If you have a favorite you'd like to share let me know. I love to hear about any great finds.

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Drink Pretty......Enhanced Waters

8/7/2016

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Infused waters are a great replacement for sugary drinks and sodas but they can become costly, especially if you drink as much as we do. These simple to make spa waters are a refreshing change from plain water and so good for your skin and body. Make and keep a pitcher in the refrigerator and use to refill your water bottles. It's better for the environment too.

Pineapple and Mint
INGREDIENTS

1 quart filtered drinking water
4 pineapple slices
2 sprigs of mint

DESCRIPTION:
Combine ingredients and let it infuse at room temperature for an hour before placing in a refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld. A little bit of ice is optional.

Pretty Pear Water
INGREDIENTS:

5 Asian pears (thinly sliced)
1 lemon (half for juice, half thinly sliced)
Water
Dash cinnamon (optional)

DESCRIPTION:
Slice the pear and place in a martini type glass. Cut a lemon in half and squeeze half over the pear to help from browning. Cut the other half of lemon into slices. Fill a pitcher of water and add the lemon and pear. Refrigerate for a few hours for it to infuse the fruit flavors into the water. Add a dash of cinnamon on top for some extra kick and warm color.

Strawberry Water
INGREDIENTS:

2 pints fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced or 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced and 1 pint mixed berries
Water
Ice

Add the prepared berries to a large pitcher and fill the pitcher with water. Allow the berries to steep in the water, in the refrigerator, for 6 to 24 hours. The longer the berries steep, the stronger the flavor will be. Add ice and serve the strawberry spa water. Make sure that each serving has a few slices of berries, for added color and flavor.

Peach Agua Fresca
INGREDIENTS:

8 cups of fresh peach slices
2 tablespoons coconut sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 cups of chilled club soda or fresh water
Sprigs of basil (optional)

DESCRIPTION:
Agua fresca, meaning “fresh water,” is a drink popular in Mexico and Central America that purees fresh fruit with water. This recipe takes a little more time, but it is worth it. This is a peachy delight that is refreshing on the palette. Puree peaches in a blender or food processor. Add two tablespoons sugar and two tablespoons lime juice and process to dissolve sugar. Place in a large pitcher. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, at least two hours or overnight. Before serving stir in the club soda. Serve chilled, and garnish with basil sprig if desire.

Middle Eastern Beauty
INGREDIENTS:

1 bottle of rosewater essence (used in baking) This can often be found at Whole Foods, sometimes Trader Joe’s, health food stores and on Amazon.
1 liter of club soda

DESCRIPTION:
Pour ¼ cup of the rosewater essence in a pitcher. Place the sparkling water in next. Pour in a pretty pitcher. Taste test and see if you would like to add a bit more rosewater essence or not. This cool, rosy cocktail is like walking through a rose garden.

Watermelon Water
INGREDIENTS:

1 seedless watermelon
Water (fresh, still or sparkling)
Sprig of fresh mint

DESCRIPTION:
Cut watermelon into ice cube shapes. Place them in fresh or sparkling water. Infuse for one hour on counter and one hour in the refrigerator. Serve with fresh mint and with or without ice.

Cherry Lime Chiller
INGREDIENTS:

8 cherries (pitted and cut in half)
1 key lime (sliced thinly)
1 sprig of mint

DESCRIPTION:
Add cherries, key lime and mint to pitcher of water. Let is steep at least 20 to 30 minutes. Serve with ice cubes, which you can freeze ahead with half of a cherry inside.

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