I'm planning to do a post on how to stay healthy while traveling, but for now I will simply provide a few product reviews. As mentioned previously, I'm not one to buy a lot of packaged foods, but being on the road had me trying out more items than usual, so I thought I would share some of my finds with you!
Perfect Fit Protein Powder
A co-worker gave me one of these single-serve packets and I loved it! This protein power is raw, vegan, and gluten free - 15g for only 70 calories. I especially appreciated that I knew all of the ingredients - organic sprouted brown rice protein, vanilla extract, guar gum, stevia, and sea salt. As for the taste, its a mild vanilla with only a slightly chalky aftertaste (come on, what protein powder doesn't taste chalky?) I absolutely prefer this to some of the stronger flavored proteins I have tried in the past (Vega, I'm looking at you!). Best of all, the single-serve packets are perfect for travel. Bottom line: After trying this, I promptly ordered a whole box. If you think your diet needs a raw, vegan protein boost, you should check out Perfect Fit!
Evolution Juices
While fresh veggie juice is becoming more and more popular, it is still not something you can find everywhere. However, you can now find it at many Starbucks locations, thanks to Evolution juices! I have tried a few of the green juice varieties, and have been pleasantly surprised (and we all know how picky I am when it comes to green juice). Bottom line: Moderately priced and conveniently located, I will be coming back for more!
GoPicnic Ready-to-Eat Meals
GoPicnic makes ready-to-eat meals that are vegan and allergy friendly and are sold at many airports across the US. Basically these are the new-age Lunchables of the health conscious population. I tried the Hummus & Crackers meal on a recent flight, and was pleasantly surprised. I loved that the meal had a bunch of individually packed items - I ate half of it on the plane, and half another day for a snack. While quite expensive when purchased at the airport, you can't beat the convenience of this nutritious item. Bottom line: Not an item I would regularly purchase, but I like the product and will probably buy again when in a pinch for quick, healthy meal while on the go.
Organic Raw One Flax Crackers
I found these raw crackers in a health food store in Orlando, FL and decided to give them a try since they were sorta local. I tried the Golden Nori flavor and absolutely loved it - I am a sucker for crunchy & salty snacks, throw in superfoods like nori and healthy spices, and I'm sold. My only complaint was that the flax seed were whole, and from my understanding our bodies cannot absorb all the nutrients from whole flax seed (hence why it is usually ground before use). Bottom line: A healthy, tasty snack I would buy again.
That's all for now! I promise to be back to regular posting again soon!
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