Chobani Yogurt- Thank you Chobani for the special delivery! ;)

By far, one of the best yogurts I've have tried next to Pinkberry-which is a frozen yogurt. Chobani Greek yogurt is really delicious. It's smooth, thick and creamy. Chobani comes in all sorts of flavors, like strawberry, peach, vanilla, blueberry, and other flavors too. There were real pieces of fruit in the yogurt and no artificial sweeteners or corn syrup, unlike most supermarket yogurts.  The fruit in the yogurt is fresh and tasty. If you want to try a new yogurt, I say give this one a try! Strawberry and lemon were my personal favorites!

Chobani Greek yogurt (plain, fat-free)
100 calories
0 g fat
18 g protein
20% Daily Value calcium

Wai Lana Yogi™ fruit & nut bars

These bars are so yummy. My favorite flavor is Strawberry shake. I actually paired this up with my Drink Chai drink and it was great.Yummy and good for you, this bar are packed with vitamin C and other potent antioxidants, plus fiber, minerals, and folic acid. Almonds provide protein, calcium, and other important nutrients.

Ingredients: Dates, Almonds, Skim Milk Powder, Strawberries, Strawberry Juice Concentrate, Vitamin E Allergens: Almonds, Milk, Soy (minute amount from vit. E)
2 oz(58 g)

• Zero Trans Fat
• Zero Hydrogenated Fats
• Zero Cholesterol
• Naturally Sweetened
• Gluten Free

The Tropical Macadamia is also very good. It's made with macadamia nuts, sweet, antioxidant-rich mango and pineapple, and noni fruit, Hawaii's ancient health and beauty tonic.

Ingredients: Dates, Macadamia Nuts, Mango, Pineapple, Noni Fruit, Vitamin E
Allergens: Macadamia Nuts, Soy (minute amount from vit. E)
2 oz(58 g)

• Zero Trans Fat
• Zero Hydrogenated Fats
• Zero Cholesterol
• Naturally Sweetened
• Gluten Free

Ingredients: Dates, Raisins Almonds, Cranberries, Apple Juice Concentrate, Sunflower Oil, Carob, Vitamin E
Allergens: Almonds, Soy (minute amount from vitamin E)
2 oz(58 g)

• Zero Trans Fat
• Zero Hydrogenated Fats
• Zero Cholesterol
• Naturally Sweetened
• Gluten Free

Beanitos Chips

I love Beanitos chips! My favorite flavor is Cheddar Cheese-(Pinto Bean and Flax). These chips are made from whole beans. Per 1 ounce serving, Beanitos have:

• 4 grams complete protein
• 5 grams fiber
• 14 grams complex carbohydrates               (+/- 1 depending on item)
• 7 grams fat (+/- 1 depending on item)
• 140 calories (+/- 10 depending on item)

These chips are also low in sodium and gluten free! Beanitos are low-glycemic because they’re made from beans. And beans – unlike corn or potatoes – take longer to break down into glucose. This translates into a low glycemic value and more stable blood-glucose levels!

Beanitos are verified Non-GMO through the Non-GMO Project (www.nongmoproject.com).  Non-GMO is quickly becoming a requirement for the natural foods industry. This means Beanitos is taking the steps to minimize the possible introduction of any ingredients that have been bioengineered (genetically modified) so they are natural and good for you. Aside from all this healthy stuff, these chips taste great.  I love beans and try to eat them as often as I can. Beans are filled with health benefits – they are high in fiber, protein and complex carbohydrates.  

Beanitos has taken every possible precaution to make their chips good for you in every way. For some a side effect of beans is gas. Beanitos uses a natural proprietary process that eliminates the common side effects some people associate with eating beans. So try these chips, if you are looking for a healthy, yummy snack!

Clif Energy Bars

This past month, I tried Cliff energy bars and Mojo bars. My favorite flavor Cliff bar is white chocolate Macadamia Nut. Vegan. Natural. Kosher. Made with 70% Organic Ingredients. I am a big fan of vegan (white) chocolate and macadamia nuts. This packs in 240 calories BUT it's filled with lots of healthy stuff and it's nothing that can't be burned off in a work out. They have 5 grams or so of fiber and 10 grams or so of protein.

• Mix of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber makes this a moderate glycemic index food that gives you sustained energy
• Made with 70-percent organic ingredients
• Free of trans fats, hydrogenated oils, and high fructose corn syrup

Clif Bars are high-density energy bars, they are made to replace the fuel your body needs during demanding workouts. I use them during long distance running, cardio and weight training. Clif Bars don't break apart or melt easily and fall apart, they taste good, and you can find them in many stores so they are easily accessible. I highly recommend them! Clif Mojo bars are filled with whole nuts, pretzel pieces and other tasty bits. They are the perfect combination of salty and sweet.

 

Mishima All Natural Miso Soup!!!

I love Miso soup and now I can enjoy the great taste of Japanese Edamame soup quickly and easily with Mishima's instant soups. Mishima uses only the highest quality ingredients in their soups. They have a tasty blend of soybean and potato which is added with real pieces of edamame to make it truly authentic and yummy. Low in sodium and high in protein and calcium. All vegetarian. No MSG added! Non-GMO soybeans. There is no cholesterol or saturated fat. These soups contain real tofu and taste just like your favorite miso soups found in your favorite Japanese restaurants! They also use green onions and wakame to make the taste really pop. I love the soybean and potato as well as the hot & sour miso soups. Each flavor is delicious.

Drink Chia!

 

 

So, I have been wanting to try this out for a while after reading about it online and checking out a few blogs. I love trying out new healthy beverages and Chia is now one of my favorites. It's like fruit in a bottle. I actually feel healthy just drinking it. My favorite flavor is Strawberry Chia but orange is pretty yummy too. Each bottle contains these tiny particles called Chia. The “stuff” you see inside is the incredible superfood known as Chia.

Chia seeds despite its new popularity, is in fact an ancient food revered by the Mayan, Aztecs and Native Americans. Chia was prized for its properties that enhanced strength, energy and endurance they needed in extreme desert conditions. Each bottle has only 40 calories and is rich in Omega 3's. There is no sodium or artificial ingredients.

Miracle Noodles and Rice

Miracle noodles and rice are exactly that a miracle. I've been a fan of shirataki noodles for some time now. For those of you reading this that haven't tried them.  Shirataki noodles are very low carbohydrate, low calorie, thin, translucent traditional Japanese noodles.Shirataki noodles can be found both in dry and soft "wet" forms in Asian markets and some supermarkets. When wet, they are purchased pre-packaged in liquid. These noodles normally have a shelf life of up to one year. I tried Miracle noodles and rice, which I have not tried in shirataki form and it was great! Probably one of my favorite things aside from Skinny Water and protein bars! You can add these noodles to your own broth and add veggies or make a spagetti veggie style and the rice is great with broth or any kind of side dish.

• Nutrition Facts 

  Serving Size: 3 oz

  Servings Per Container: 2.3
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories 0 Calories from Fat 0
• Total Fat 0g 0%
• Carbohydrate <1g - only fiber
• Zero Net Carbs, Zero Calories, Zero Glycemic Index Ingredients: Water, glucomannan (soluble fiber), calcium additive.
  No soy, gluten, or wheat!