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Alleviate Seasonal and Indoor Allergies with Food
Oct 31st
MyFitList is excited to welcome Kate Brodsky of Discover Optimal Health as a contributing Nutrition Expert. If you’re looking for ways to optimize your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, Kate has years of health and coaching experience to share with you.
10 Ways to Alleviate Your Seasonal or Indoor Allergies with Food
Allergy symptoms are the result of inflammation in your body that occurs when your immune system mistakes an otherwise harmless substance as harmful. Certain nutritional approaches can effectively decrease this inflammation while also strengthening your immune system, helping you to reduce allergic reactions now and prevent them in the future. Here are 10 ways that you can use food to alleviate your allergies:
1. Avoid excess alcohol.
Consuming and metabolizing beer, wine and liquor can cause your body to release additional histamine, which increases inflammation and triggers or exacerbates allergy symptoms. Wine and beer also contain sulfites, another group of compounds known to provoke or worsen allergies.
2. Minimize dairy.
Your body produces mucus as a defense against potentially harmful foreign substances, but when mucus becomes thick, it doesn’t travel through your system well and allergens become trapped inside your body rather than being cleared out through your nose and mouth. Milk and other dairy products thicken mucus, which can make sinus congestion and throat irritation worse.
3. Decrease saturated fats.
Saturated fats, found in animal products such as meat, eggs and dairy, encourage your body to release inflammatory chemicals, which can cause or aggravate allergy symptoms.
4. Incorporate organic fruits and vegetables.
Colorful fruits and vegetables are rich in antioxidants, molecules that reduce inflammation by protecting cells from damage. Pesticides, however, can worsen inflammation, and minimizing exposure to them by eating organic produce can strengthen your immune system and ease your allergy symptoms.
5. Be aware that some raw fruits and vegetables can cross-react with your allergy.
Your immune system may mistake the plant proteins contained in certain fruits and vegetables for pollen, triggering what’s called a cross reaction in the body. This reaction, known as Oral Allergy Syndrome, can cause allergy symptoms such as itching or swelling of the lips, mouth and throat shortly after eating certain foods in their raw form. Foods that may cause cross reactions include apples, cherries, pears and carrots; cooking these foods destroys the proteins that can produce a reaction.
6. Increase your intake of specific nutrients than can decrease allergy symptoms.
There are several nutrients that have been shown to help ease allergy symptoms. Incorporating foods that contain these nutrients can be very beneficial, as can testing your blood levels of these nutrients to identify and address any deficiencies.
- Vitamin B5: A natural anti-histamine that can also help maintain a healthy immune system, vitamin B5 is found in foods such as sunflower seeds, mushrooms and avocados.
- Vitamin C: This vitamin naturally lowers histamine levels and strengthens allergy-fighting hormones in the adrenal glands; foods rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits, strawberries, bell peppers, broccoli, tomatoes and leafy greens.
- Magnesium: This mineral has been shown to help relax lung muscles and improve lung function, which can help ease allergy symptoms; magnesium-rich foods include almonds, spinach, cashews, oats and legumes.
- Vitamin D: Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to the development of allergies in children and may worsen allergy symptoms in adults. This vitamin is found in fish, eggs and fortified foods, but vitamin D deficiency is very common and can increase your risk for a number of other health issues.
7. Add some spices.
Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent that may help reduce nasal and sinus inflammation, bringing relief from allergy symptoms. Ginger, another anti-inflammatory agent, can also reduce allergic reactions.
8. Get more Omega-3s.
Omega-3s are essential fatty acids (meaning they cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from food) that naturally reduce the inflammation that accompanies an allergic reaction. Good sources of omega-3s include fatty fish, walnuts and flaxseeds, but it can be difficult to get adequate amounts through food alone. You may benefit from taking an omega-3 supplement that contains both DHA and EPA; these supplements are available in fish-based and algae-based forms.
9. Identify and address food sensitivities.
The health of your immune system is largely based on the health of your digestive system. When your body is battling a food sensitivity, your digestive system, and thus your immune system, becomes compromised. As a result, undiagnosed food sensitivities can make your body’s immune system unable to properly fight your seasonal or indoor allergies, making your symptoms significantly worse.
10. Drink peppermint tea.
Peppermint tea acts as a decongestant, which can provide relief from symptoms such as a clogged-up nose and an irritated throat. Peppermint is also anti-inflammatory, helping to reduce and prevent allergic reactions.
About Kate: Kate is the owner of Discover Optimal Health and a Certified Health Coach. She guides clients such as professional and amateur athletes, fitness trainers and instructors, busy executives and new moms to discover the nutrition and lifestyle approaches that empower them to reach their health and fitness goals. Learn more at www.discoveroptimalhealth.com
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Meat or No Meat: Paleo vs Vegan Diet
Jul 27th
Lately, it seems like everyone is on a regimented diet plan. The diets getting the most attention recently are the paleo diet and vegan, plant-based diets. Both of these plans are nothing new, but have recently picked up quite a bit of followers. For those of us constantly striving to be healthy and fit, it’s tempting to want to jump on board with little research and a few anecdotes from friends. Here we explore some facts from each of these options, to help you start to determine if one of these options might be right for you. Just a note: this is a factual look at two trending diets. Consult your nutritionist for information specific to you and your health.
The Paleo Diet
The paleo diet (also referred to as the caveman diet, the Paleolithic diet, etc.) works around the premise that during the Paleolithic era we were nourished mainly by animal foods, proteins and plants. This diet consists of eating animal derived foods including meats, poultry, shellfish, fish and eggs, as well as non-starchy vegetables, fruits, and nuts. Missing from this eating plan are starches, grains, legumes, potatoes, dairy products, refined sugars and processed oils. Estimates state that about 1 million people in the US follow a paleo diet and/or lifestyle.
The science behind these strict eating habits, besides following the eating styles of our predecessors, are of the low carb variety. By “low carb” I mean foods high in animal fat and low in plant food, since only plants are able to synthesize carbs or sugars. The paleo diet instead focuses on animal derived foods with no carbs, high protein and high fat, while still including veggies. (only non starchy, orange, yellow and green ones to be exact.)
The paleo diet is believed to have many benefits. For one, some propose that this primal way of eating “unlocks” our ancestral DNA and bringing us back to our dietary roots. Other reported benefits may include weight loss, blood sugar stabilization, lower cholesterol and also lower risk for coronary heart disease and diabetes. G.D. Foster, lead author for a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, states that a low carb diet will outpace the conventional low calorie, low fat, high carb diet, at least for the first six months. Because this diet is also casein and gluten free, there is also the benefit of an allergen avoidance.
Vegan, Plant-Based Diet
Now, on the seemingly opposite side of the spectrum we have the vegan diet. Going “vegan” consists of eating grains, vegetables, fruits, legumes and nuts, while excluding all animal derived products. One of the main issues most people have with going vegan is the lack of protein in the diet. However, there are protein sources available to vegans in forms other than meats. This includes protein supplements, tofu, quinoa or beans to help make up for the protein deficit created by restricting meats. Vegans may also be concerned about a calcium deficit, which can be easily corrected by consuming leafy greens, orange juice and grains.
According to a 2008 report in Vegetarian Times, 7.3 million American adults follow a vegertarian diet, while one million of them are vegan. Along with the eco-friendly benefits, the health benefits of a vegan diet are usually the most widely known. The reason for this diet being associated with so many health benefits, comes from the lower intake of cholesterol and saturated fat, and the higher intake of complex carbs, and fiber. A well balanced vegan diet, consisting of a substantial amount of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts, also helps fight heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer.
It is important to note that while both of these diets can be used as a means of a healthier lifestyle, they can also be just as unhealthy as their counterparts if used incorrectly. Before starting any type of highly restrictive plan, it is important to gather all the necessary facts and consider enlisting the help of a trained nutritionist.
References:
Livestrong: Benefits of the Paleo Diet
The National: Change Your Life Vegan Diets
Forks Over Knives: The Paleo Diet is Uncivilized (and unhealthy and untrue)
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Nutrition Tip of the Week
Jun 19th
Nutrition Tip of the Week brought to you by our friends at the Nutrition Hotline 888-587-3625
Green Leafy Vegetables
If you can do one thing to help move your diet in the right direction it’s to add green leafy vegetables to your daily diet. Green leafy vegetables are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals (like calcium and potassium), folate, and antioxidants. These compounds can help prevent diseases like diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and even cancer!
When shopping, keep in mind the darker the green is, the richer the nutrients are. According to the USDA, the two most commonly eaten dark leafy vegetables are spinachand romaine lettuce. While these choices are great, there are many more options to choose from to help vary your diet. Ever heard of kale? Kale is one super food that has become increasingly popular in recent years. Kale is a top source of minerals, antioxidants, and cancer-preventative and anti-inflammatory nutrients and is easy to add into your diet.
Just like most vegetables, kale can be steamed and eaten as a side dish, incorporated into an entrée or even added to a smoothie. Other great options to rotate in your diet include broccoli, collards, dark leafy lettuce, bok choy, and swiss chard, to name a few. Aim to eat leafy greens 3-5 times per week and vary your choices to get a wide range of nutrients.
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Jess Kolko RD, LD, is the Healthy Eating Registered Dietitian and Culinary Educator at Whole Foods Market’s global headquarters. Jess is a co-founder of the Nutrition Hotline—a volunteer organization staffed by RDs to answer nutrition questions for those that may not have the funds for private consultation. When she is not knee-deep in nutrition Jess enjoys training and competing in long distance triathlon and running events.
New Businesses Join MyFitList
Apr 2nd
MyFitList brings together information about hundreds of fitness businesses across Austin, making it easy for you to find the perfect fitness match!
We wanted to welcome and highlight the latest businesses to join the MyFitList Community. Be sure to check out them out – you might find exactly what you’ve been looking for!
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ACT Running: RRCA Certified Distance Running Coach specializing in beginner programs and post-partum running. Also offers online coaching from 5k to Marathons. Read More >>
Cornerstone Health & Fitness Training Studio: Our mission is to positively impact our community by equipping our clients to develop complete wellness of mind, body, & spirit. Read More >>
Elli Overton Training Systems: Adult Swim Technique Instruction. Supportive and motivating one on one instruction, including underwater video taping. Read More >>
Urban Animal: We’re a movement, not a gym. We believe people are animals, not machines, and our workouts feel that way. Play dirty, train green. Read More >>
Vita Wellness LLC: “Helping You Feel Better So You Can Live Better!” Providing individuals and companies the opportunity to experience vitality & optimal health! Read More >>
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How Much Protein Do You Need?
Jan 19th
Meals before and after your workouts can make a big difference when it comes to how quickly and easily you will reach your fitness goals, recover from workouts, and build muscle. We invited nutritionist and personal trainer Kara Belliveau to share her perspective on how much protein we need when we’re working out.
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There are many myths about how much protein we need when we are working out. The sports food industry leads us to believe that these highly processed, high in sugar and protein energy bars and smoothies are what we need to replenish our muscles and will enhance our performance. However, this is not the case. For years, whole foods have done the job just fine, if not better.
Photo credit: Premier Lady Fitness Blog
What’s most important for a post workout is that protein should be combined with a carbohydrate, such as, yogurt and a banana, trail mix with nuts and dried fruit, or a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. The reason we need both is because our bodies us the carbohydrates for energy and the protein helps our bodies to repair muscles. Just think about it like this; our bodies are like cars. Cars need fuel to power it and need to be maintained by changing the oil to keep the engine replenished and running smoothly. Well just like a car, our bodies use carbohydrates as fuel for energy and protein to replenish our muscle. You have to have both carbohydrates and protein in your diet to reach your full potential while working out, just like a car needs both fuel and oil to drive.
Protein bars and smoothies tend to have a lot more protein and sugar in them then we need. A lot of people don’t realize that they are consuming too much protein so you need to determine how much you actually need.
Calculate how much protein you need daily: Multiply your weight by .5-.75 grams protein/pound.
For example, if you weigh 160lbs, the suggested amount of protein is 80-120 grams per day. If you weigh 120lbs, the suggested amount of protein would be 60-90 grams a day.
So the next you want to pick up a protein bar instead of a wholesome breakfast before your workout, think about how much protein you really need for a great workout. You’ll enjoy the benefits of high energy and strong muscles and most importantly good health!
Reference
Clark, Nancy. Protein: Power for Pedaling? Adventure Cyclist, April 2011. http://adventurecycling.com.
About Kara Belliveau:
B.S., Nutrition and Foods Texas State Universit
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Kara was born in New York but moved to Texas at a young age. Kara has an extensive background in nutrition and exercise. She acquired her degree in Nutrition and Foods at Texas State University, and did her undergrad internship for a fitness and wellness camp for kids. She is a certified personal trainer through NASM. She takes a whole foods approach to diet, and has a passion for cooking creative, delicious dishes that are healthy. She also enjoys creating exercises to help people obtain their individual goals and improve their way of life. Kara is in the process of attaining her RD certification from an accredited dietetic program, while also interning for Austin Wellness Chefs and Healthy Living, Healthy Flavors owned by chef and dietitian, Allison Stevens MS, RD, LD. As an intern, she actively participates in the preparation and cooking of healthy meals tailored for client’s specific requests and needs, conducts nutrient analysis of recipes that are prepared for clients using ESHA nutritional software, organizes and edits nutritionally healthy recipes, designs nutritional handouts specific for individuals needs and prepares fact sheets for healthy restaurant choices for clients.
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Healthy Hydration with Nuun
Jul 13th
Don’t let summer and these 100+ temps get you down, athletes and weekend warriors. We know, it’s really hot. And you want to keep exercising, whether you’re swimming, cycling, running, or bootcamping outside OR even working out indoors – remember to stay hydrated with water PLUS an electrolyte enhanced drink.
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You’re probably all familiar with at least a few electrolyte drinks (think Gatorade, Powerade). Now think of a healthier hydration product that isn’t loaded with sugar and won’t “undo” your hard work. Nuun is a great product to replenish electrolytes and minerals that you sweat out during your workout (or walking around town, let’s be honest). The best part: nuun has no sugar and each tablet contains less than 8 calories. Nuun comes in tablet form which means you can easily stash a few in your workout bag, jersey pocket or SPIbelt when you’re on the go!
Nuun recently released new flavors that are really light and refreshing – strawberry lemonade, grape, fruit punch, and tropical.
MyFitList has a stash of new flavors and classic flavors to giveaway! Enter by 1) Join the MyFitList mailing list or 2) Comment on our Facebook page to tell us what fitness activities you like to do that make you sweat!
You can also buy nuun at stores around Austin like: Mellow Johnny’s, Pure Austin, Mel’s Meals, Hill Country Running Company, Bettysport, Jack and Adams, REI and more!
For more information like nutrition and ingredients, be sure to check out nuun online here: www.nuun.com
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Find your Ideal Fitness Group in Austin
Jun 29th
MyFitList is excited to announce the launch of the much-anticipated “Advanced Fitness Search” feature on MyFitList.com! Now you can find workouts based on area of town, time of day, day of the week, and more! This changes everything for fitness-seekers in Austin and makes it easier than ever to find the perfect fitness solutions for you.
Looking for a running or cycling group with early morning workouts on Monday/Wednesday/Friday, near downtown? How about a yoga studio on your way home from work, where you can stop in for a class? Maybe a free bootcamp workout you can check out on Saturday mornings?
You can now find all of that , and more, on MyFitList!>>
The first step in reaching your fitness goals is figuring out how to make it happen consistently. Browse hundreds of fitness groups and workouts around Austin to find something that works with your schedule and keeps your body and mind engaged.
Meet your fitness match now at MyFitList.com and be sure to stay tuned for more updates that will further improve your search for all-things-fitness in Austin.
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Fit Spot: Mel’s Meals
Jun 24th
Every Thursday, MyFitList visits a new “Fit Spot” around Austin. We take a discreet picture at that location and you all guess where it is! You all have proven to be pros when it comes to figuring these out. We are impressed!
Yesterday’s Fit Spot was Mel’s Meals on Lamar Blvd. Mel and her team serve fresh, healthy, ready-to-go meals for pickup and delivery. Their food is seriously delicious. Plus, it’s portion-controlled and is REAL food. Just whole grains, lean meats, lots of veggies and tasty seasonings that make for a happy body!
If you’re looking to revamp your dietary habits, check out “Mel’s Mighty 3-week Challenge”. They have registered dietitians on staff and cool online tools to guide you through 3-weeks of eating well. They will customize the program to fit your needs and make sure you reach your goals! Start at the beginning of the month for 10% discount – learn more here! http://www.melsmealsaustin.com/plans.html
Want to learn more about healthy eating? Check out Mel’s nutrition seminars at various dates and locations around town. The next seminar is June 30 at 6pm Rogue Running (Downtown). More info here: https://www.facebook.com/melsmealsaustin
And stay tuned… Mel’s Meals is opening their second location in Lakeway soon! Now Lakeway fitness friends can enjoy the tasty, healthy food from Mel’s Meals, too!
Have a wonderful fit weekend, everyone!
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Gluten Free Diet for Athletes
Jun 21st
We’re excited to have a guest-post today from Lindsay Cotter. She shares her experience and informattion about gluten intolerance and the benefits of a gluten free diet for athletes! Enjoy and be sure to check out her blog about nutrition, training, gluten free lifestyle, and life in general at cottercrunch.com!
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Hello MyFitList Crew! Hope the week has been treating you right so far. I’m Lindsay (aka James’ wife) from Cotter Crunch. I am a gluten free blogger, pro triathlete’s wife, nutrition manager, and yada yada yada. So many titles, should make for some interesting posts, right? Well, for the most part. Haha!
Actually, the majority of my posts are about our gluten free lifestyle and recipes. You see, a few years ago I was diagnosed with a gluten intolerance. This little issue changed our diet dramatically in the Cotter household. Little did we know how much it would actually change it for the hubs’ training and racing as well (and for the better).
So here I am today, wanting to share with all you athletes out there, the benefits of a gluten free diet. Should you go gluten free? Is it hard? I think everyone should give it a try and see for themselves.
Let’s get started, shall we?
To start off, what exactly is gluten? Gluten is a form of two proteins: gliadin and glutenin. These proteins are found in the endosperm of wheat, rye, and barley. The glutenin is what gives these type of flours the elasticity in their dough and makes them all warm and gooey. The bad thing is that this protein is usually pretty hard to digest and for a lot of people it can cause a harsh reaction in the digestive system. Ya, bummer!
Celiacs are those actually diagnosed with a genetic disorder and are highly allergic to gluten. This can cause several digestive problems and lead to malnutrition and malabsorption in the intestines. Others might develop a gluten “allergy” or “sensitivity” which can have several of the same symptoms of a celiac (fatigue, inflammation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea/constipation, etc.) yet the effects are not necessarily as damaging or pervasive. Allergy suffers can probably handle a gluten every now and then, Celiacs cannot! For more on this topic feel free to read HERE.
So what if you’re an athlete and you think you have a gluten sensitivity? How would that affect performance?
Think about it, athletes need EXTRA nutrients in order to fuel and recovery properly right? But what if your digestive system was not absorbing these nutrients? You’d probably feel pretty crappy despite the number of calories/ratio of macronutrients you were taking in.
According to Dr. Wellingtons article on Active.com, gluten-free diets do have some advantages for athletes:
- With gluten removed, the body’s immune system can rest and absorption can be restored. The body can then function at optimal levels and repair muscles more efficiently.
- The hypoglycemic effect that results from intense exercise is minimized.
- A gluten-free diet helps to maintain a stable blood sugar level during exercise, which is optimal for an increase in muscle strength and stamina.
Sounds pretty good to me! But the question still remains…..what the heck do I eat??
My suggestion………..
KEEP IT SIMPLE, KEEP IT NATURAL!
- Focus on fresh vegetables, fruit, starchy vegetables (like potatoes, corn, etc.), beans/legumes.
- Look for certified gluten free breads, cereals, pastas, oatmeal, granolas.
- Focus on the other Grains (gluten free grains)- brown rice, wild rice, quinoa, teff, sorghum, corn (corn tortillas), millet, amaranth. (you can find a lot of these grains and flours in the bulk sections as well).
- Dig the fat- nuts and nut butters, avocado, oils, flaxseeds.
- Pump up the protein- Quality protein such as organic meats (watch for deli meats with added starches though), fresh fish, eggs, tofu, etc.
- Be sure to read labels. Especially on condiments. They can sneak in words like wheat starch, rye, barley, and malt syrup.
Okay okay, so now we’ve covered the basics. But what about when it comes down to training/racing and those post race refreshments?
This is where it can be tricky. I like to bring my own food just in case. Like a Gluten Free Bagel and chocolate milk or honeymilk. But here are some other choices that might be available at the finish line or post ride.
- Gluten Free energy/protein bars (Lara bars, Perfect Foods bar, the protein Honey stinger bars, KIND bars)
- Dried fruit, fresh fruit, trail mix, fruit roll ups, fruit leathers
- Gatorade, most cola’s (read ingredients), fresh juice, lemonade, milk, chocolate milk
- Tacos with corn tortillas (black bean, veggie, or beef/chicken/ egg cooked in natural oil or butter)
- Natural potato chips or tortilla chips
- Pickles (love that sodium fix)
- Smoothies with fresh fruit and/or natural yogurt
- PB and banana Sandwich with a GF bagel or bread.
Phew, I think that’s about it for now. If you need any more recipe ideas, just visit my recipe page on the blog. Lots of good choices, and even some homemade GF energy bars or better yet you can order HEALTHY BITES!
So what do you think? Is Gluten free living for you?
Cheers!
LC
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Being that I am gluten intolerant, I choose to live Gluten Free for my health. These are just my suggestions from what I have gathered along my GF journey. If you think you have a gluten allergy or intolerance, my best advice would to seek a professional or ask your doctor.
In the meantime, feel free to email me with any questions.
Cottercrunch (at) Hotmail (dot) com
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“Grab, Nosh, Nourish” with Healthy Bites
May 11th
A big part of living a healthy lifestyle is eating nutritious foods. But, if your schedule is anything like mine, you are often on-the-go, balancing work, family & friends and working out.
Last week we were lucky enough to try Healthy Bites for the first time. These are delicious and nutritious gluten free snacks created by athlete, coach and nutrition-guru, Lindsay Cotter. The bites are little ball-shaped, pop-them-in-your mouth snacks that are not only fun to eat but are also good for you. And depending on what you are “fueling” for, they come with a variety of nutritional benefits. Lindsay uses only the best, minimally processed ingredients possible. You can even order “Custom Bites” by sending Lindsay your favorite ingredients and/or desired nutrition stats.
Healthy Bites make a fun, healthy, portable snack great for eating during training or post-workout. They also make a unique gift for friends and workout buddies!
The standard flavors are:
Apple Cinnamon
Cookie Dough (my favorite!)
Apricot Fig
Strawberry Whey
Vanilla Whey
Chocolate Whey
One dozen of the standard flavor bites run $6.99, or order a custom batch for $8.99 per dozen.
On top of all that, Healthy Bites offers a “Flavor-of-the-Month” bite. So there is always something new to try and add to the mix. This month, the flavor is Cocoa Mango Mole, made with: dried mango, unsweetened cocoa, cocoa chili spice blend, dark chocolate almond butter, dates, raw cashews, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Sounds delicious, huh!?!
Wondering the nutrition content of the Cocoa Mango Mole bites? Here you go: Calories: 55, Fat: 2.4g, Cholesterol: 0.0mg, Sodium: 5.0mg, Carbs: 7.7g, Fiber: 1.0g, Sugars: 5g, Protein: 1.0g.
…What a great and tasty way to fuel up before your workouts!
In addition to running Healthy Bites and acting as Head-Chef, Lindsay also has an active blog called “Cotter Crunch” (http://www.cottercrunch.com/). Her posts vary from gluten free recipes, details of life as a pro-triathlete’s wife, “What I Ate Wednesdays”, and a mix of lots of other fun stuff.
For updates on “Flavors-of-the-Month” and to get the latest news from Healthy Bites, connect with them on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Healthy-Bites/151000684944438
Have questions for Lindsay or interested in placing an order? Email her at: Lindsay@ourhealthybites.com
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Win a dozen Health Bites!
It’s easy and there are two chances to win:
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Contest is open from Wednesday, May 11th until Friday, May 13th (closes at 5pm).
Don’t miss out…these bites are seriously delicious (and gluten-free)!