Grab and go snacks that are truly Elemental.

30% of all children suffer from food allergies which mean they cannot eat at least one of the foods from “The Big 8”, including milk, eggs, wheat, tree nuts, peanuts, soybeans, fish and shellfish. One in thirteen children suffer from food allergies, meaning that one in thirteen mothers have the daily struggle identifying what to feed their child that is both nutritious and delicious. This is where Elemental Superfood Crumble come in!

Food is an elemental necessity of life, but some children (and mothers) are forced to struggle everyday to find food that is safe, edible, and enjoyable; foods that will delight even the youngest of palates. Ms. Nicole Anderson, whose own daughter suffers from food allergies, explains that “children need to get nutrients every day, which means that many parents must get creative in the meals they prepare. That is why I created four different Superfood Crumbles; now every meal can include some safe and nutritious Superfood Crumble.”

Imagine serving your child a healthy meal for breakfast, lunch and dinner, by topping off every meal with an un-processed, organic and gluten-free ingredient treat. Elemental Superfood Crumble is a perfect match for gluten-free pancakes, dairy-free yogurt parfait or smoothie bowl, savory salad, on apples with almond butter, or just a handful of a simple snack on-the-go. It tastes great and is rich in plant-based protein, fiber and omega-3s and omega-6s.

It is great for all moms who need a boost of energy for themselves, and a nutritious, allergen-free addition to their children’s meals. Elemental Superfood Crumble comes in 4 delicious flavors and contain only real, healthy ingredients that are rich in superfoods. Each bag is certified Non-GMO, Raw, Gluten-Free and is made in the USA.

The four flavors of Superfood Crumble include:

Cranberry, Almond + Lucuma Crumble, which features:

• Organic Cranberries, which contain vitamin C, bioflavonoids, ellagic acid and fiber. 
• Organic Lucuma, which contains vitamin B3 as well as other vitamins and minerals, fiber, beta-carotene, niacin, iron, calcium and phosphorus.
• Organic Almonds, which contain vitamin E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, & zinc.

Currant, Cacao + Hemp Seed Crumble, which features:

• Organic Currants, which contain Vitamins A, B5, B9, B6, B1, B2, B3, C, E, H and K as well as Potassium and Gamma Linoleic Acid.
• Raw Cacao, which contains magnesium, iron, calcium, zinc, potassium, protein, vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6 and C.

Dark Chocolate + Peanut Butter Crumble, which features:

• Organic Dark Chocolate - Stimulates endorphin production & contains serotonin. Rich in flavonoids which act as antioxidants. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals.

 Mulberry, Cacao + Spirulina Crumble, which features:

• Mulberries, which contain vitamin C, vitamin B, vitamin K & iron. They are also a great source of dietary fiber, riboflavin, phosphorus, magnesium & potassium.
• Raw Cacao, which contains magnesium, iron, calcium, zinc, potassium, protein, vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6 and C.
• Organic Spirulina, which contains protein and is a potent source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Anderson offers a truly elemental solution to the problems that both parents and children face every day, with her simple, nutritious, allergy-free solution to the struggles of avoiding “The Big 8”.

My Thoughts: 

This year I've been all about eating healthier. I decided to take a nutrition class and educate myself on the best foods for my body. One of the most talked about topics lately is, Superfoods. You hear about it all the time! Even at the hotel my family and I stayed at on vacation this summer, they had a section on the menu dedicated to Superfood recipes. When I discovered Elemental Superfood Crumbles it was very exciting! I could not wait to try them.

I tried three of the four flavors and they were extremely unique. Each one was wonderful, chewy, and filled with nutrients. I enjoyed putting my Crumbles on yogurt, in smoothies, and just as a snack. It was great that in the bag, there were all sizes, so some were perfect for topping off a dish or enjoying as if it was a bar.

My favorite was by far the Dark Chocolate + Peanut Butter. I'm a huge fan of dark chocolate and peanut butter in general, so together these made a fantastic treat together. It reminded me of a healthy cookie. Who doesn't love that?

The Cranberry, Almond, + Lucuma made me nostalgic for the holiday season. I adore eating cranberry goodies during the holiday season, and the mixture of the almond addition made it even better. Wonderful!

Lastly, the Mulberry, Cacoa, + Spirulina was a fantastic earthy flavor. Cacoa is one of my favorite additions to my smoothies. It has amazing benefits for health and it tastes great when mixed with other flavors.

If you are looking for a treat or addition to your foods that is gluten and dairy free, raw, and is filled with omegas and other amazing nutrients, choose Elemental Superfood Crumbles.

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From The Ground Up- Lunch Box Essentials.

From The Ground Up is an award-winning line of delicious cauliflower-based crackers and pretzels that have a serving of veggies in each 1oz. snack serving!  The snacks are Non-GMO Project Verified, Gluten Free Certified and made with vegan ingredients.  From The Ground Up snacks are a fun and tasty way to sneak in some nutrition at snack time.  From The Ground Up made its retail launch a few months ago – just in-time for back-to-school – and has been a big hit.

Consumers were asking for a veggie-based snack that actually had increased nutritional value, so the brand team began looking at the vitamin and fiber rich Cauliflower since it’s so versatile and seemed to really be resonating with people.  The products taste as delicious as the mainstream versions and have all the characteristics that a better-for-you customer is looking for.  The snacks are also in-line with the biggest food trends to-date i.e. gluten-free, vegan ingredients and…cauliflower of course!

From The Ground Up Crackers come in three flavors, including Sea Salt, Cheddar and Nacho; and the Pretzels come in Original flavor in Sticks and Twists shapes.

My Thoughts:

Even as a little girl, one of my favorite vegetables was cauliflower. It was a wonderful, filling treat that was packed with nutrients. Knowing that From The Ground Up had cauliflower snacks, I could not wait to try them! The packing was adorable, and included Marigolds to plant. 

I tried the Original Pretzel Sticks, as well as the Cheddar Cheese Crackers. Honestly, I wasn't sure what to expect taste wise, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pretzels had a traditional texture with a crunch and yummy taste. It was a nice mixture of both cauliflower flavor and pretzel. The crackers were my favorite by far though! I mean, who doesn't love cheese? They had flakey crisp, and a cheesy flavor with a hint of salt. It was fantastic! Plus, both snacks are gluten free, non-gmo and made with vegan ingredients. Safe for all!

If you are looking for a healthy substitute to your snacks consider, From The Ground Up! I'd highly recommend them.

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Prep a Full Meal with a Single Skillet!

After receiving feedback from fans of the original 5-section MasterPan, its creators are launching the smaller, convenient and versatile 2- and 3-section MasterPan through a Kickstarter campaign. These skillets allow users to prepare full meals with the use of a single pan, like a full breakfast of eggs, pancakes and sausage, burgers with bacon for lunch, and grilled chicken and veggies for dinner. Cooking with the MasterPan can also help users with preparing the right amounts of food, helping to control portion sizes and minimize food waste. This is a great product for use in smalls dorms and apartments, camping with the family, or at home.

 Key features for the new products from MasterPan include:

•   Detachable handle for use in oven (up to 360 degrees)

•   Safe non-stick coating for easy cleanup

•   Induction steel plate for evenly distributed heat and for use on any stove top

My Thoughts:

MasterPan is paving the way for innovative cooking supplies. Whether you are a master chef or new to the game, MasterPan will have you enjoying your cooking experience. No matter if you are whipping up a single meal or one for family, there is something for everyone.

For more information on the latest grill and griddle addition to the MasterPan family, check out the Kickstarter campaign:

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Attached are two pictures as I made pancakes in the morning from the Kickstarter model. I absolutely loved it! It cut my normal cooking time in half since I could cook multiple pancakes, as well as eggs and breakfast meats together. I also adored that it allowed for proper portion control. The pancakes were the perfect size, yet still thick and fluffy!

My family loves to have breakfast at all times of the day, and these pans were ideal. MasterPan was kind enough to send me multiple products, and they all were incredible. The non-stick texture, the shape of the pans, as well as the ability to cook so many different things at once was a true blessing. They were ideal for grilled chicken, steaks, and vegetables. I'd recommend MasterPan to anyone!

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Crispy Green, the #1 Freeze-Dried Fruit Snack Brand, Gets Spectacular New Makeover!

CRISPY GREEN’S EYE-POPPING, NEW LOOK

The leading freeze-dried fruit snack in the nation just got a new look, designed to get your attention and better reflect its wholesome, single ingredient – 100% fruit!  The bold brand color palette and added “focus on fruit” was a collaborative design effort by Crispy Green’s brand and packaging design firms, Fastlane Communications, LLC and Foerstel Design, LLC.

The brand makeover includes a new logo, logo icon, typography and photography treatments, primary and secondary color palette and supporting messaging platform to support its active, healthy lifestyle positioning.

Angela Liu, Founder and CEO of Crispy Green stated, “As Crispy Green continues to lead in the freeze-dried fruit category, the timing was perfect for a brand upgrade.  We couldn’t be more pleased with the results of this major collaborative effort and are very eager to unveil it to the public!”

The new brand launch also includes a completely redesigned website (www.crispygreen.com). Consumers will now be able to zero in on the information they seek – quickly and easily. For example, they’ll be able to find a store in their area that sells Crispy Fruit and instantly discover which items are in stock through the state-of-the-art store locator.

Crispy Green’s new packaging will be rolling out in stores throughout June and beyond as it replenishes orders in over 5000 retail stores that currently carry Crispy Green today.

The new branded “healthy living line-up” better reflects the product quality, taste and healthy energy vibe that has made the Crispy Green brand the #1 freeze-dried fruit snack in the U.S., according to six-month Nielsen data, ending 12/31/17.

To further amplify its brand evolution, Crispy Green continues to grow its targeted advertising, mobile and digital content marketing programs as well as its brand ambassador and influencer relationships, which are further enhanced through the company’s robust social media activities. This includes continual development and promotion of its consumer food trend, thought leadership and healthy lifestyle website, Smart Lifebites, which provides fun, nutrition and fitness tips, along with yummy recipes and other small “bites” of information viewers can use to make healthier choices.

All Crispy Fruit snacks are available in convenient, single-serving “grab & go” bags (MSRP: $1.49 each) or a “family” six-pack that includes six, single-serving bags (MSRP: $7.99). Each bag provides approximately one serving of fruit and 55 calories or less per bag. For more on Crispy Fruit and nutritional labeling information, visit www.crispygreen.com/products/apple.

 About Crispy Green, Inc.

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Fairfield, NJ, Crispy Green, Inc. is the number one freeze-dried fruit snack in the U.S., according to the latest Nielsen research, ending 12/31/17. The company’s category-leading Crispy Fruit line of 100% pure, freeze-dried fruit is made from only the finest, non-GMO fruits available with no sugar added (*not a reduced calorie food). Crispy Green’s purpose is to provide the highest quality, natural food products and inspire others to live a healthy and better life.

Crispy Green’s Crispy Fruit can be found in many major grocery retailers nationwide as well as through Amazon. Crispy Green is a delicious, convenient way to add more fruit to your daily diet.

My Thoughts:

With summer here I'm always looking for healthy snacks. In my area all the shops and restaurants are booming with greasy and sugary foods and desserts. It makes it more difficult to avoid temptation. Crispy Green makes it easy to ensure my fruit intake is consistent. I can enjoy these on the go, at home, or while working.

Pictured is some of my favorites from the line. Apple, banana, pear, and tangerine. The flavor was the most surprising. I wasn't expecting for it to be as flavorful as they were but it tasted perfectly pure! The best part was the nice crisp bite. Nothing was too hard like other dried fruit I've tried in the past. These tasted completely natural and normal as if I was eating a fruit from the health food store.

If you're looking for a fun and easy way to get your fruit in I'd highly recommend Crispy Greens line of snacks! The only critique I have is that I wish the bag had a ziplock top. Other than that,  I absolutely adored them and am looking forward to keeping these in my routine.

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TokyoTreat Unboxing- Japanese Candy for the Whole Family!

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We at TokyoTreat desire to spread the love for Japanese candy & Japanese soda all over the world! To do so, we carefully craft and curate our Japanese subscription box to make sure that those who receive our Japan box feel happier every time they treat themselves to a snack! We want every bite to express the quality of Japanese snacks. Every snack you try will provide a new experience and widen your view of the Japanese snack world! So, get ready to discover Japanese snacks through limited-time and seasonal snacks that will shock your senses!

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My Thoughts:

I was thrilled to team up with TokyoTreat to bring our readers an immersive experience into the Japanese culture. If you're a foodie like me, this monthly subscription box is ideal! Let's face it, we all dream of being able to travel the world and experience worldly foods, drinks, and snacks that we don't normally get to discover. TokyoTreat allows for you to have that joy right in the comfort of your  own home. These boxes are jam packed with goodies for families everywhere. Included is a guide that explains each treat for the buyer so they can explore the history and unique flavors before taking a bite. Ready to see what April's box had in store? Read on with me!

Don Tacos Grilled Corn Flavor-
Oh do I love tacos! These chips were so savory. There was a dash of salt and a hint of sweetness from the butter and soy sauce mix on the crispy corn chips. One of my favorite toppings is soy sauce so this was perfection. Yum!

Caramel Corn Share Pack-
Sweet, soft, with just a hint of crunch. These Caramel Corn snacks reminded me of the type of texture you'd expect from corn cakes almost. The pack of four makes these wonderful to share with friends. With the flavor not being too overpowering, these were wonderful to curve a sweet craving.

Calbee Plum Seaweed Chips-
I'll admit I was nervous about this one. I’ve never had any type of seaweed before. I was pleasantly surprised, however! The chips had a traditional crispy texture along with a nice thickness to the consistency. There was a good bite of flavor to it that you would expect from an underwater delight. A nice mix of salt too makes these a good match for a seafood aficionado.

Umaiwa Cheese-
Umaiwa Cheese are adorable circular snacks for my cheese lovers out there! They have the perfect corn puff texture and the flavor of the cheese is a little sharp and yet a little sweet. Just like cheese fondue. It reminded me a lot of the onion ring snacks that we have here in America. I would highly recommend them!

Choco Banana DIY Kit-
A good DYI kit never disappoints and these were so much fun to make! Such an enjoyable kit for children and family alike. Included is the chewy banana treat, chocolate cream, as well as a colorful topping to put into the plastic container. To avoid mess there is even a toothpick included to insert your treat into. The Choco Banana texture is soft and chewy. The chocolate has a rich and decadent flavor while the topping as a hint more sweetness to the mix.

Umaibo Teriyaki Burger-
The Unaibo Teriyaky Burger is shaped so uniquely! I really loved the large size along with the light and airy texture. The flavor is extremely savory! There’s no doubt that you are enjoying a teriyaki treat as if you were really in Japan!

Gudetama Candy-
These cute candies melt in your mouth for you to enjoy! Inside is a hidden orange sauce that adds perfectly to the yogurt flavored sweet candy. The sweetness wasn’t too overpowering and was well balanced with the orange sauce. Plus who wouldn’t love the adorable Gudetama faces on the wrappers?

Pakkuncho Disney Custard Pudding Biscuits-
I'm a huge Disney fan and the Pakkuncho Custard Biscuits wear one of my favorites in this month's box! The fun Disney packaging mixed with the airy crunch of the basket was delicious! The custard pudding was like an added bonus. It was rich and flavorful just like a bakery dessert.

Colorful Seeds Soft Candy-
Welcome to flavor paradise with the Colorful Seeds Soft Candy! They reminded me a lot of jellybeans. The flavors include grape, orange, and ramune. With a pang of taste it makes it even more fun to mix and match flavors. A little sweet with a little tart is the ideal experience! The bag has a nice Ziploc on it as well.

Healthy Snacking Squishy Lemon Gummies-
If you love lemon these are perfect for you! The Lemon Gummies have a thick texture and a powerful zing. They are a bit hard to chew so I would recommend letting them melt in your mouth.

Kyoro-chan's Custard Pudding Snack-

There are three unique textures to these snacks. One is the soft outside layer of white chocolate. Upon biting deeper into the egg shaped treat, you get a dash of crunch almost like a biscuit or cookie. Lastly comes the sweetest of the pudding inside as well. Another favorite of mine from TokyoTreat! 

Easter Banana Kit Kats-

I'm a huge fan of traditional Kit Kat Bars. My entire household loves them. I was excited to get the opportunity to try a new flavor! They reminded me a lot of banana pudding with wafer cookies, one my favorite desserts! The taste of the banana seemed very realistic, unlike many banana flavored treats on the market. Within the Kit Kat is everyone's favorite light crispy wafer and that was the perfect addition. 

Baby Bear Gummies-

I'm a sucker for anything cute (or Kawaii since we're discussing Tokyo, Japan) and these Baby Bear Gummies were just that. The design was absolutely adorable. The flavors of the treat is what you'd expect from a gummy bear. Since these are my little brother's favorite, I gladly shared with him!

Afternoon Tea White Chocolate Milk Tea-

The perfect way to finish off the TokyoTreat experience is with a delicious drink! This White Chocolate Milk Tea is perfect to share with your loved ones or enjoy solo with any of the included snacks in your box. The flavors were quite rich and smooth. I'm a huge tea fan and was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this beverage! The bottle design itself was also very unique, sculptured to look like a real piece of white chocolate.

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The Organic Chocolate Spread That Keeps Winning Food Awards

Rigoni di Asiago’s newest product, Nocciolata Dairy Free, has just won FOUR prestigious food awards:

·       Delicious Living magazine’s Best Bite Awards: Best Spread

·       Specialty Food Associations sofi™ Awards: Best New Product, Nut/Seed Butter Category

·       Italian Food Awards USA 2017: Sweets & Confectionary Award

·       Italian Food Awards USA 2017: Special Award for Sustainability


Made with organic ingredients completely free of GMO's, preservatives, colors, additives, or artificial sweeteners, Nocciolata Dairy Free combines hazelnuts, fair trade cocoa and cocoa butter, natural vanilla extract, and raw cane sugar for a chocolate-hazelnut spread with undeniably superior flavor. Nocciolata Dairy Free is certified vegan, organic, and made with environmentally-responsible cold-pressed sunflower oil. It also contains far less sugar than other brands and is free from hydrogenated fats.

My Thoughts: 

One of my all time favorite sweet treats is a hazelnut and cocoa spread. There are many to choose on the market, but the guilt comes in with all the added ingredients. When I heard that Rigoni di Asiago had created an award winning organic and dairy free variety, I had to give it a shot! 

It was easy to see how Nocciolata Dairy Free has won four prestigious awards! One taste and you will be in heaven. This product is filled with a powerful, delicious flavor. You can smell it right when you open the jar. The consistency is smooth, easy to spread, and yet still thick. It goes perfectly on your favorite fruit, toast, crackers, or anything else you love to mix or cook a sweet spread with in the kitchen. I enjoyed lots of strawberries with mine!

Another plus side of Nocciolata Dairy Free is the fact it is made with wholesome, natural ingredients. The only ones you will see in this product are: Cane sugar, hazelnut paste, sunflower oil, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, sunflower lecithin, and vanilla extract. It is GMO free, vegan, and organic. It's also palm oil and gluten free.

For anyone that wants to enjoy their favorite Hazelnut and Cocoa spread in a natural way, without skipping out on taste, this is ideal for you! No matter if you're vegan, vegetarian, gluten or lactose intolerant, or just looking for a healthier alternative, you will want to add this to your shopping list! 

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Back to School ­FUEL up!

Whether it’s packing school lunch boxes, students heading off to college, or adults balancing meals on the go… Everyone is looking for healthy, easier and more economical ways to pack food and take it with them. Trudeau’s FUEL collection is packed full of food and beverage storage containers offering specialization to match a variety of needs, lifestyles, and food choices. FUEL designs are clever and attractive demonstrating innovative, durable construction to keep foods fresh. FUEL products are easy to transport, reusable and recyclable to minimize environmental impact. Products are also BPA free.

FUEL features a variety of innovations and “I need that” designs that set the line apart from traditional lunch box offerings such as; individual condiment containers, a salad bowl with built in dressing storage and ice pack, a multi, removable compartmentalized Bento Box, a vacuum sealed soup and food container with separate pieces to house crackers and chips, snap together cutlery, double walled hydration and beverage bottles and so much more.

Many are available in one of two fashion colors: Kiwi Green and Raspberry. FUEL includes more than 25 food on the go containers and carry solutions retailing from $4.99-$19.99 and found at mass market, grocery, and specialty stores nationwide. For stores visit www.trudeau.com.

Celebrating more than 125 years in business, Trudeau Corporation is a 4th generation family operated company and is the leading supplier of quality kitchenware and tabletop accessories in North America.

My Thoughts: 

Thanks to FUEL by Trudeau, I was able to try a few different varieties of their favorite back to school additions. They are easy to use, convenient, and perfect for on the go travel. I was personally drawn to the Stainless Steel Food Jar after reading about the products. Due to my dad working outdoors, he loves anything that can help keep his food fresh. The vacuum insulated container does in fact help food fresh for hours. The wide mouth top is easy to fill. The container is simple to eat from and also BPA free. It is leak proof, so no worries about unexpected spills or messes. Plus, clean up is a breeze. My family loves eating fresh soups inside, leftovers from dinner, or even cold treats like ice cream. It is truly a must have item.

I was also fortunate to try out FUEL's snack pockets and condiments set. I loved both of these as well. The large pocket is perfect for sandwiches or holding larger items. The smaller one held snack bars and other sides perfectly. They're lightweight, and store nicely. The condiment set, like the snack pockets are designed beautifully. I adored being able to store my favorite add ons like salt, pepper, pickles, hummus, and anything else I need extra storage for.

FUEL has wonderful products for children, teens and adults on the go. They're safe, easy to clean and perfect for those desiring to eat their favorite meals while out and about. I would highly recommend FUEL's product line!

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