Saturday, October 30, 2021
Nuzest Relaunches its Clean Lean Protein Bars and Good Green Vitality Bars in Plant-Based Lineup
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Labels: food review, Health, healthy eating, healthy food, healthy snacks, nutrition, protein
Sunday, December 27, 2020
HAPPY LITTLE PLANTS™ Protein Puffs
Protein is an important part of our diet, but most of us don't get as much as we need. Plant-based foods are a great way to meet your daily requirements of protein without eating a lot of meat. Of course, if you have children, just saying the word plant may send them running because they're afraid your trying to give them vegetables. Luckily, Happy Little Plants Protein Puffs from Hormel are packed with protein but also taste so great, your kids won't know they're a healthier alternative.
My children were excited to find some Happy Little Plants Protein Puffs in their stockings this Christmas. These delicious snacks come in three tasty flavors including Nacho Cheese, Cinnamon and Sugar, and Ranch. Each of these little snack packs is exploding with flavor. Whether you are looking for something salty or sweet, they have you covered with a filling snack that the entire family will enjoy. They are perfect for school lunches or to enjoy while you're watching a film on family movie night.
In addition to tasting amazing, Happy Little Plants plant-based protein puffs provide 16 grams of plant-based protein in every serving, contain no preservatives, and they are gluten-free. If you'd like to try Happy Little Plants Plant-Based protein puffs for yourself, you can find them in stores nationwide or order a variety pack on Amazon. To learn more about this fabulous product, be sure to visit the Happy Little Plants website.
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Grab and go snacks that are truly Elemental.
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”.
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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Labels: food review, foodie, healthy snacks, natural snacks, snack review, Super foods, superfood
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
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.
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Labels: Back to School, food review, foodie, Fruit & Veggies, healthy snacks, snack review, snacks
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
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.
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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Labels: food, food review, foodie, fresh fruit, fruit, fruit snacks, healthy snacks
Sunday, November 20, 2016
Get Nutty: It’s Peanut Butter Lovers Month!
So spread it on thick and enjoy peanut butter the best way you know how – with Justin’s! We’ve shared a few of the brand’s must-try and most loved peanut products that we know you and your readers will enjoy:
- Justin’s Peanut Butter + Banana Chip Snack Packs: Celebrate anytime, anywhere with the latest innovation from Justin’s – just dip, bite and enjoy!
- Justin’s Organic Peanut Butter Cups: Available in white, milk and dark chocolate (and in easy to love minis!) you can’t go wrong with this classic flavor combination.
- Justin’s Classic Peanut Butter: For a snack, on a sandwich, or by the spoonful, there are so many ways to love this lip smacking favorite, so pop open a jar and enjoy! You deserve it.
Justin's is one of my favorite brands when it comes to nut butters. I've loved peanut butter all my life, and finding a company that makes natural and organic products and snacks was wonderful! Justin's was kind enough to send a few of their most popular products. Now that it is, National Peanut Butter Butter Lovers Month, I hope this post can provide everyone with ideas for fun ways to enjoy the celebration!
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Labels: bananas, chocolate, healthy snacks, Justin's, peanut butter, snacks, sweet treats
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Corazonas© HEARTBAR™ Oatmeal Squares Review + Exclusive Coupon!
Corazonas© HEARTBAR™ philosophy is that food should be both delicious and good for you. Life should be fun! That's why they've created a thoughtful mix of tasty, heart-healthy ingredients that help lower cholesterol while creating a convenient snack that is truly good and good for you.
What makes a Corazonas HEARTBAR both delicious and nutritious?
· NON-GMO Ingredients
· Contains Plant Sterols, which helps to lower (LDL) bad cholesterol*
· Excellent Source of Whole Grains
· Shelf Stable and small in size which is perfect for grab-n-go snacking
*FDA health claim: Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 2g per day of phytosterols eaten with meals or snacks may reduce the risk of heart disease. A serving of a HEARTBAR Oatmeal Square supplies between 0.4g and 0.8g of plant sterols.
I love breakfast bars for snacks or meals on the go. They are always a tasty treat that can hold me over and provide a boost of energy throughout my day! I was thrilled to try Corazonas HEARTBAR oatmeal squares after reading about all the great health benefits they provide!
The product comes in a variety of unique flavors such as Chocolate Coconut Macaroon, Dark Chocolate Cherry, and White Chocolate Macadamia. There are also great classic oatmeal flavors like Banana Walnut, Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry and Oatmeal Raisin.
They are not just healthy, but the HEARTBARS are delicious too! The consistency of each is quite soft and chewy. I almost felt like I was eating a yummy soft cookie. You can see the hearty amounts of oatmeal and other additional ingredients as you eat them, like for example, chocolate chips or walnuts.
They were very filling and I loved the fact that each bar was packed with whole grains, protein and fiber. The fact they are non-gmo and also were not high in fat and fair in calories was a wonderful plus as well! I truly loved all the flavors! I could see myself enjoying these at any time of day.
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Labels: coupons, food, food review, healthy breakfast, healthy food, healthy snacks, heart health, non GMO, Non-GMO, oatmeal
Monday, November 14, 2016
Jell-O Simply Good: New Product Launches with #DelightfullyHonest Campaign!
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Labels: all natural, cold treats, dessert, family/kids, healthy eating, healthy snacks, snacks
Friday, October 28, 2016
Thrive GoMacro's New Line of Plant-Based Bars #GoMacro. @GoMacro #Giveaway
Like all GoMacro products, Thrive are USDA-Certified Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher, Gluten-Free certified, 100% Vegan, and soy-free. Thrive is currently available to purchase online and will become available to Whole Foods in October 2016.
Use code Thrive30 for 30% off of their purchase for Thrive at GoMacro's online store: http://gomacro.com/shop/product-category/thrive/.
Thrive is a delicious way to enjoy the fuel your body needs on the go. As a working college student, I do not always have the time to make a nutritious meal or snack. That is why I am so grateful to GoMacro for creating a healthy alternative that packs all the goodness needed to keep your body balanced and happy. It is hard to find good, wholesome health food on the market now that is not packed with added sugars or fats. With Thrive, you can enjoy your food in confidence that it is organic, kosher, gluten free and vegan. It is also only 200 calories while still providing the proteins our body needs from plants on a daily basis.
There are a variety of flavors that Thrive provides such as Almond Apricot (pictured above), Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip, Blueberry Lavender, Caramel Coconut, Chocolate, Nuts and Sea Salt, as well as Ginger Lemon. Each were soft, chewy, packed with flavor and they had just enough crunch from the seed blend. Some like Caramel Coconut had nuts such as cashews and almonds. Each bar gave me a nice full feeling and a boost of energy after eating them. Knowing that all of the bars were made from real ingredients made it even more enjoyable. As a chocolate lover as well, it is always nice to know I can get my sweet fix without the guilt from the flavors like Chocolate, Nuts and Sea Salt, as well as Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Each flavor was a unique and tasty blend that always hit the spot!
If you are someone looking for a healthy treat on the go that is rich in flavor and still just as nutritious, I would highly recommend Thrive by GoMacro!
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