Power Crunch

A co-worker of mine introduced me to Power Crunch protein energy bars. They are pretty tastey! Each flavor contains about 14 grams of protein and 10 grams of carboydrates. I have tried 3 of the flavors- two I liked and one I didn't care for. The French Vanilla Creme and Peanut Butter were delish, but the Cookies & Creme wasn't so great.

I got my Power Crunch bars at Super Supplements here in town, but I am pretty sure you could find them at GNC or a smiliar store.

--Tasha

Orgain

Orgain is another product that ordinarily I never would have purchased on my own, BUT after trying one I am hooked. It is an organic high protein drink. They come in several flavors at Super Supplements, but I prefer the chocolate flavor. It contains 255 calories and 16 grams of protein. It also contains an equivalent of 10 servings of fruits & veggies. I believe that it comes in different flavors besides chocolate.

--Tasha

Betty Lou's Nut Butter Balls

I was texting Amy about how fabulous the 22 Days bars were and she mentioned that she had never heard of them, but had recently eaten a Betty Lou's Butter Ball. I kind of wondered what it was, but got preoccupied and never asked her what exactly she was referring to.

While I was shopping around my new favorite store, Super Supplements, I came across a display of Betty Lou's. At first glance I saw "coconut macadamia" and said SOLD! I got several flavors for a taste test, knowing that I would more than likely be back to purchase more of these delicious sounding snacks.

As I am leaving the parking lot on my way to pilates class I decided that I really needed a snack. I decided to try the coconut macadamia first. OMG! It was to die for! I couldn't get over how amazing it tasted, how filling it was, and how it was gluten free! It was the perfect size for a snack. The further I got away from Super Supplements the more I was wishing that I had purchased more Betty Lou's. I will be back, very soon!

A more interesting thing about Betty Lou's is that they are made in McMinnville, OR. Who would have thought?  I did some searching around their website and it looks like they have several more tasty treat offerings. I might have to do some online shopping now! Here is their website: Betty Lou's

My to die for oh so yummy afternoon snack

--Tasha

22 Days

I am usually game to try most foods, but throw the word "vegan" into the mix and I cringe. Being raised on a dairy farm and consuming vegan products don't really go hand in hand.

While in Olympia this last weekend, Cam's aunt had me try these vegan energy bars called 22 Days. I figured why not just take a small bite, it might actually be good. Not only was the first bite good, but I inhaled the whole bar and was craving to try the other flavors. The bar was ah-mazing!!! Cam might not have the same opinion, but he is still a work in progress....

Last night I went to Super Supplements because I was curious about what flavors of 22 Days they carried (plus, I was hungry and needed my snack). I bought the "Cherry Chocolate Bliss", "Daily Mocha Mantra", and the "Enlightened Pumpkinseed". All 3 of the bars were very good (I just had a bite of each, I promise!). My favorite was the "Daily Mocha Mantra". It is so rich and delicious that it is hard to believe that it is vegan and gluten free. Isn't that stuff supposed to taste like crap?! The mocha and cherry bars could be used as a snack or even dessert because they are that yummy. The pumpkinseed bar would be great for a snack or for breakfast because it isn't as rich.

I felt proud of myself for taking the initiative to try something new and finding out that vegan/gluten free can actually be quite tasty. It feels good to branch out and try something new for a change.

--Tasha