Showing posts with label protein drink. Show all posts
Showing posts with label protein drink. Show all posts

Monday, March 17, 2014

Unicity 90-day challenge

Monday, Feb. 24-My friend, Andre, invited me to a day long introduction to Unicity products at their headquarters in Orem, Utah.  Andre has lost 37 pounds in 30 days using Unicity products.  In addition to learning about the 90-day challenge, I had an opportunity to taste Balance, a fiber based drink that keeps glucose levels in balance with insulin and encourages fat burning.  Andre has had a coach from Unicity who helps keep him on track to reaching his goals. 

Wednesday, Feb. 26-I ordered a basic kit from Unicity that also includes coaching.  Added cleanse. 

Monday, March 3-Jay, my Unicity coach, called to introduce himself. 

Wednesday, March 5-Received my Unicity products.  The predicts were sent from Nevada. I had expected them to get to me earlier but found out that UPS couldn't find my address in my zip code. The postal service wouldn't have had that problem.

Thursday, March 6-First full day taking Unicity.  I took Balance then mixed LiFiber and Complete for breakfast. I found out later from my coach that I didn't need to double up on fiber so should only take the LiFiber and Complete for breakfast.  I had Balance and then a half hour later ate a large salad for lunch. Then had Balance and a Complete protein drink for dinner. 

Friday, March 7-I flew to Missouri today. I drank my protein drink and fiber before getting on the plane at 8:05 am. Then I drank Balance and my second protein drink after arriving at the Kansas City airport while waiting for my wife to pick me up.  She picked me up at 5 pm and we got on the road to travel to Dallas to visit with our daughter and her family. We waited until we got on the toll highway in Kansas before having balance and then stopping to eat a sandwich, a salad, and raw vegetables. Arrived In Dallas about 2 am.  

Sunday, March 16-I got up at 9 am and my vitamins.  Then showered and drank protein drink and fiber before going to church meetings.  During church I drank Matcha focus to keep me awake and focused. After church friends invited us for Irish dinner of corned beef and cabbage with new potatoes and asparagus. Fifteen minutes before dinner I drank Balance.  Rather than having seconds I felt satisfied and while I ate a hardy meal it was not too much.  Without Balance I would have had two helpings and left feeling uncomfortable. I avoided eating bread and said no to ice cream. In the afternoon I explained my 90-day challenge and shared some Matcha with our friends.  About 7 p.m. I had Balance and then a half an hour later drank a protein drink and took my vitamins.  Went to bed after watching tv at 10 pm. My weight going to bed was 209.5 lbs. 

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Ready-to-Eat Organic Flax Chia Blend and Organic Flax Hemp Blend are a Convenient and Delicious Source of Nutrients


By John Fisher

I’ve been using Carrington Farms Flax Chia blend for almost two months. Carrington Farms claims you can add it to almost anything. It’s a perfect way to instantly add more nutrition to any meal. It is a super-healthy additive to cereals, shakes, yogurts, salads, oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, casseroles and baked goods.

Chia seeds are naturally low in carbohydrates and gluten free and are packed with Omega 3's, vitamins, antioxidants, protein, fiber, and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and zinc. The delicious and subtle nutty flavor of the flax and chia blend makes it the perfect super-healthy additive to my meals. It adds to the flavor of my food and takes nothing away.

I use it a number of ways including salads. For example, I sprinkle it on hot cereal after it’s cooked. My favorite use of flax chia is in protein drinks. I drink it most days for breakfast or lunch.

Ingredients

  • 2 scoops ARIIX Pure Nourish Protein drink
  • ¼ cup Greek yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Carrington Farms Flax Chia blend
  • 1 banana
  • 4 frozen strawberries or other fruit from my freezer
  • crushed ice
  • 4 oz filtered water


I blend this for about two minutes or until the frozen fruit becomes part of the smooth consistency of the protein drink. Drink slowly to savor and avoid brain freeze. Yummy!

Carrington Farms has created the ultimate superfoods in flax products by blending their popular organic milled flax seed with other nutritional powerhouses, chia and hemp. These ready-to-eat organic milled flax blends are loaded with Omega 3's, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals, while having the added benefit of hormone balancing phytoestrogens called lignans, all of which help promote a healthy lifestyle and boosted metabolism.

A recent article in Eating Well magazine cites chia and hemp seeds as "the next big thing" and explains that the seeds "deliver as much protein as nuts (and in some cases more) and all three of these seeds deliver heart-healthy alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), the plant-based omega-3 fat, also found in walnuts."
Carrington Farms' 12 ounce ready-to-eat Flax Chia blend retails at $7.99.

Likewise, the new 10 ounce Organic Flax Hemp Blend is ready-to-eat. The combination of organic milled flax and hemp provides energy and vitality, strengthens the immune system, supports cardiovascular health and contributes to an overall healthy metabolism. Along with an abundance of Omega 3s and the eight essential amino acids required for healthy cell function, the super nutritious blend is naturally free of gluten, cholesterol, sodium, sugars and provides a significant source of vegan protein and fiber. Used as a delicious component to omelets, yogurt, soups, salads and veggies, the organic Flax Hemp Blend is a simple and nutritious addition to any meal. It retails at $8.99.

The new Carrington Farms Blends are available in major grocery and health food retailers including select Whole Foods Markets and Costco. I bought Carrington Farm Coconut Oil at Costco last weekend. These products can also be purchased online at www.CarringtonFarms.com.

About Carrington Farms

Since 2000, Carrington Farms has been making delicious, 100% organic, non-genetically modified Health Food Products accessible to nutrition-conscious consumers around the United States. The company's comprehensive line of flax, chia and hemp blends and cold-pressed organic extra virgin coconut oil serves a range of purposes, from conditioning hair and nails to weight loss and staving off chronic disease and are a great way for consumers to add more nutrition to their everyday life. Carrington's focus on a healthy lifestyle is summed up by its slogan: "Healthy Foods for a Healthy Soul." For additional information on the company, please visit http://www.carringtonfarms.com/.