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Contests & Giveaways, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian

Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina All In My Shake + Giveaway (CLOSED)

The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Nutrex Hawaii.

Spirulina, so good even Justin Timberlake sings about it!

– What is Spirulina?
Spirulina is algae! Yes, that means from sea!

– What’s the hype?
For starters, Hawaiian Spirulina is a complete protein, meaning it has all the essential acids. Excellent for vegetarians! It’s tallies up to 60-65% protein (compared to fish, which is up to 35% protein).

1 Tsp (3g) of Spirulina contains a rainbow of nutrients which is why Nutrex Hawaii wants you to #ColorYourDiet:

  • Orange: Beta carotene for immune system support
  • Yellow: Zeaxanthin for eye and brain health
  • Green: Chlorophyll for anti-toxin benefits and iron content
  • Blue: Phycocyanin for inflammatory balance
  • More than 94 trace minerals & elements.
  • More antioxidant power then 5 servings of fruits and vegetables!

In addition to being an excellent source of protein, Hawaiian Spirulina has been scientifically shown to support a healthy immune system.
More than 200 scientific studies document its broad range of health benefits. Many people have also reported increased energy levels after regular consumption of Spiruilna!

– How is Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina Pacifica grown?
Nutrex Hawaii is located on the pristine Kona coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. Their farm draws on the natural resources that surround them –
abundant warm sunlight, pure deep ocean water and 100% fresh water drawn from Hawaiian aquifers to cultivate Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica and BioAstin Hawaiian Astaxanthin.

– Where can I buy Spirulina?
http://www.nutrex-hawaii.com
Use Promo Code: FFSUMMER13 for 25% off until July 31!

Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina

I love adding spirulina to my smoothies, it’s a super easy way to add nutrients. The smoothie recipe below has a great balance of whole grains, produce, and healthy fat. It’s a huge energy booster with tons of healthy benefits, yet it’s extremely delicious! Plus it is really hearty and filling, you won’t be hungry again for hours!

Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina
Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina
Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina
Nutrex Hawaii SpirulinaSuper Spirulina Smoothie
Serves 1

3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup frozen spinach (or 2 cups fresh)
1 frozen banana
1/4 cup rolled oats
2 Tbsp unsalted almonds
2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 Tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina Pacifica powder
1/2 tsp vanilla
6 drops liquid stevia or other natural sweetener
6 ice cubes

Combine all ingredients in a high powered blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy cold.
Note: If you do not have a high powered blender such as Vitamix or Blendtec, start by blending the hard ingredients (i.e. almonds, oats, and spinach) with the almond milk to ensure they are thoroughly blended. Then gradually add the other ingredients. You could use a Tbsp more of almond milk or water to get the blender running smoothly because this smoothie is rather thick.
Side Note: If your blender cannot handle almonds at all, substitute for 1 Tbsp of unsalted almond butter.

Nutrex Hawaii SpirulinaNutrex Hawaii also offers Spirulina Pacifica in tablet form. I prefer the powder because I like adding it in smoothies and to some of my kale chips recipes!
Be sure to checkout their BioAstin antioxidant supplement for joint and tendon health, skin, brain, & eye health! Since I have tons of food allergies, I love addicting this to my diet for added benefits!

Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina
WIN IT!!!
One lucky RFFMBT reader will win 1 bottle (141g) of Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina Pacifica Powder,  1 bottle of 100 Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina Pacifica Tablets, 1 bottle of 25 BioAstin gel caps, Spirulina – Nature’s Superfood Book, and Natural Astaxathin book!

For your chance to win:
1. Comment on this post telling me why you want to try Nutrex Hawaii Spirulina!

2. Tweet ” Enter @EatRabbitFood’s @giveaway to #win @SuperNutrient #NutrexHawaii #Spirulia & more! #ColorYourDiet http://bit.ly/12ZWSGl ”
– Leave a separate comment with the url to your tweet!

3. Instagram a photo of a smoothie along with the IG handle @rabbitfoodformybunnyteeth and hashtag #RFFMBTspirulina
– Leave a separate comment with the url to your Instagram Photo!

This means you can earn up to 3 entries!

Contest ends on Thursday, July 11th at 11:59pm PST.
Winner will be announced on Friday, July 12th! Must use a valid email address when entering.
Contest is open to International bunnies too!

Like Nutrex Hawaii? Show them some love on Facebook & Twitter!

* The giveaway has ended and the winner will be announced on Friday, July 12.

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Bunny Babes, Fashion, Obsessions

Restocking Shirts Soon!

Hoppy Monday Bunnies!

 Motivation Monday: “If you change nothing, nothing will change.”

I have been getting tons of emails regarding Eat More Rabbit Food shirts!
Since I have received a lot of the same questions I thought I would finally take to my blog to answer them all at once!

Catherine Eat More Rabbit Food Shirts
But before I do, I wanted to say thank you to everyone who bought a shirt! I’m so happy you love them as much as I do! I am obsessed with all of your Instagram and Twitter photos in your RFFMBT shirts!

When will there be more shirts for sale?
I am dropping them off to be printed today! That means I should be getting the finished shirts back sometime next week. Then I need to photograph them on my gorg bunny model Brett, and get them listed in my online shop! Expect new shirts in a couple of weeks!

Why don’t you offer exchanges?
As you may have noticed, the shirts sell really fast (because my bunnies are the best!). By the time you receive yours and want a n exchange, they may be completely sold out and I won’t have any in stock to exchange with you!

Will you sell men’s shirts?
Ohhhhh yeahhhhh!

Why is International shipping so expensive?
I use flat rate shipping since US shipping prices keep going up! I’m trying to find a more affordable way to get shirts to my international bunnies!

If you have any issues with a shirt when it arrives (such as physical damage to the garment) please contact me via my online shop and I will do my best to find a solution!

I just used so many exclamation points!
Because you guys make me so happy!!!!!!!!!!

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 1@nlator17 via Instagram

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 3@dearbarbz via Instagram

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 4@beckysue84 via Instagram

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 6@elenanevarez via instagram

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 5@kbrooksfit via Instagram

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 8@simplyyshane_ via Twitter

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 7@mapleandmochi via instagram

Eat More Rabbit Food Shirt 2@chefboyardeak via Instagram

I’m going to my second ever spin class tonight with my friends Taryn & Katelin, think happy thoughts! I’m scared haha
Just keep pedaling, just keep pedaling, just keep pedaling, pedaling, pedaling.

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Breakfast, Recipes, Vegetarian

Fluffy Oats

If you love oatmeal, you will love this new twist to get the fluffiest oats in the biz!
“It’s so fluffy I’m gonna die!” -Agnes from Despicable Me

Fluffy OatsMy words exactly while I was cooking these oats!

Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Serves 1

1/4 cup whole rolled oats
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/4 cup water
1 egg white

Whisk the egg until it gets a little fluffy/foamy. Combine with oats, water, and almond milk in a saucepan and bring heat to medium. Whisk the mixture until it starts to simmer. Raise the heat to high and continue whisking for a couple of minutes until it starts to thicken. Reduce heat back to medium and whisk until most of the liquid is soaked. Transfer to a bowl and enjoy with toppings!
Note: Be sure to whisk the egg before combining with other ingredients!

Make your oatmeal into a complete Rabbit Food meal with 1/4 cup of raisins and 4 Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons!

The Rabbit Food Pyramid Breakdown
Produce: raisins
Whole Grain: rolled oats
Protein: egg white
Plant Based Fat: coconut macaroons
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats
Fluffy Oats

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Desserts, Vegetarian

Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons

Congratulations to the winner of my Love True Naturals Beauty Box Giveaway: Melanie H.!
Be sure to check your email!

Motivation Monday: “What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.”

My website had some technical difficulties this morning, so I apologize for the inconvenience. I’m so happy it’s back up and running!

I’m obsessed with desserts and after making some toasted coconut this weekend, I though to myself; I NEED to make healthy coconut  macaroons! Most macaroons contain tons of added sugar and even full fat condensed milk, so I took to the kitchen to make a skinny bunny version with only 2 ingredients! Crispy and toasted on the outside with a lightly sweet chewy center!

This recipe is gluten-free, paleo friendly, clean, and made with healthy plant based fats!
If you’re following my Rabbit Food Pyramid: 4 Macaroons (2 Tbsp of shredded coconut) count as 1 serving of healthy plant based fats! Excellent topping for your Banana Nicecream!

Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Two Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
Makes 14 macaroons
(about 3.5 servings)

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 egg white

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk one egg white and then stir into the shredded coconut until well combined. Spray a cooking sheet with nonstick cooking spray (I used coconut oil spray, but any will do). Using a 1/2 Tablespoon measuring spoon, scoop the mixture, press into the spoon (to keep the mixture together), and then place onto the cooking sheet. Once all of the mixture has been scooped into 1/2 Tbsp balls, place cooking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until they become a light golden brown. If only the bottom halves of macaroons brown, turn the oven to broil and cook for 1 minute until the tops turn golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Note: Watch the macaroons while baking because they tend to burn quickly.

What’s your favorite healthy dessert to make?

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Breakfast, Desserts, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian

ViSalus Protein Pudding

Congratulations to my DOLE Bananas Peel The Love giveaway winner, Tammy!
Make sure to check your email!

Motivation Monday: “Be strong, you never know who you are inspiring!”

As you guys know, I’ve been traveling a ton lately. Along with traveling comes little time to cook my own meals and unhealthy airport options, so I was excited when ViSalus contacted me and asked if I would like to try their Vi-Shape Nutritional Shake Mix. I’m always searching for the perfect, quick, no hassle  protein shake that actually fills me up for days where I’m short on time. I’m not a huge fan of protein shakes because they never fill me up and I end up snacking times 100 about a half an hour later, but ViSalus actually kept me full until my next meal!

Since I’ve been on the go a lot recently, I’ve been replacing my usual breakfast (or sometimes lunch) with one Vi-shape shake. I throw it in my blender bottle with one cup of almond milk and hop in my car to go to my meetings. I was really surprised by the flavor. While most protein shakes taste chalky, ViSalus‘ Sweet Cream flavor tasted like cake batter! Very pleasantly surprised!

When I took a road trip a few weeks ago to Chicago with my friend (she got a new job and needed a driving buddy!) I took my ViSalus Vi-Shape Mix and a blender bottle. It was easy for me to get some fresh nonfat milk and shake it up each morning! I NEVER skip breakfast, so the Vi-Shape shakes have really helped me when I have little time in the morning. I even created a recipe for Protein Pudding that I can make overnight and have in the fridge to snack on when I get a sweet tooth!

About ViSalus Vi-Shape Mix:

  • Only 90 calories per serving
  • 20g protein per serving
  • 25 Vitamins & Minerals
  • Lactose free
  • Gluten free
  • Certified kosher
  • Non GMO soy
  • Proprietary Tri-SorbTM protein blend helps build lean muscle to help your body burn fat
  • Full serving of fiber (5g)
  • Low fat (1g)
  • Low sodium (75mg)
  • Low sugar (less than 1g)
  • Low carb (7g)
  • Heart-healthy
  • Includes calcium for bone health
  • Good for those watching their sugar intake

ViSalus Protein Pudding
ViSalus Protein PuddingViSalus shake and chia seeds before refrigerating for 3 hours.

ViSalus Protein Pudding
ViSalus Protein PuddingChia seeds in the ViSalus shake after refrigerating for 3 hours.

ViSalus Protein Pudding
ViSalus Protein Pudding
ViSalus Protein Pudding
Serves 2

2 scoops ViSalus Vi-Shape Nutritional Mix
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
4 Tbsp chia seeds

Combine ViSalus mix and almond milk and blend until smooth. Transfer to a jar and stir in chia seeds. Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight for best results.

The final tally per serving:
Calories: 180
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrate: 14.5
Fiber: 13g
Sugar: <1g
Protein: 12.5g

*nutritional information based on Bob’s Red Mill Chia Seeds, and Unsweetened Original Blue Diamond Almond Breeze.

For awesome inspiration, motivation, and jaw dropping transformation photos, checkout the ViSlus Facebook page, website, and blog!
Website: http://www.ViSalus.com
Facebook: ViSalus
Blog: http://www.ViSalusBlog.com
ABout Vi-Shape Shakes: Vi-Shape Shake Mix

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