The Convenient Superfoods Solution!

Are you looking for a convenient, easy way to better nutrition. Superfoods are a great way to put into our body healthy foods that will improve our overall health and boost our immune system. Superfoods provide this in a hectic world where so many of us lead a busy lifestyle and are looking for simplicity.

But First a Superfoods Definition….

But let’s first define what is a Superfood? A Superfood is a whole, real, unprocessed, in its original form food with a high nutrient density that provides more bang for your buck. Usually plant-based, superfoods are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals and offer maximum nutritional value for minimal calories.

So hopefully with that definition, you understand that these foods are so packed full of goodness and healthy necessities that it should become your sole mission to put as many superfoods down the hatch as possible. Now let’s examine the term nutrient density. Simply put these foods are full of protein, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients, digestive enzymes, fiber, adaptogens, and more. These elements help you build a foundation for a healthier body and a healthier life. They are foods that help you feel better and have more energy to take on the challenges of every day.  

A little more depth on what we just discussed.

• Proteins and fiber: Help reduce hunger and junk-food cravings.
• Antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals: Help fight free-radical damage, while helping your body support a healthy immune system.
• Adaptogen herbs: Traditionally used to help your body adapt and respond to the effects of stress.
• Prebiotics, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and fiber: Help your body absorb nutrients as well as support regularity and healthy digestion.

Tell Me More About The Foods!

So, where and what kind of foods do these incredible superfood characteristics live in? Well, to name a few they are Blueberries, Flax Seeds, Pomegranate, Maca Root, Maitake mushrooms, Quinoa, Green tea, and many types of other berries like Lycium Berry. Additional foods include Camu-Camu, Cherries, Spinach, Kale, Ashwagandha, Astragalus, Cordyceps, Oranges, and even Strawberries! 

You’ve probably never heard of many of the exotic superfoods foods above (please look them up to see the incredible benefits that they provide) and some that you have may not be readily available in your area grocery store. The ones that are could be very expensive and not cost-effective for your family’s budget.  Rest assured, there is a solution for you. It’s called Shakeology!

What’s This Shakeology All About?

Shakeology is a high-quality Superfoods fuel like shake that’s crafted with all the above-discussed nutrients, ingredients, and foods that I listed. It’s designed to be that “fast track” to nutrition you’ve been looking for where you don’t have to source out all those ingredients and pay more than needed to receive all of the amazing benefits that they provide. Shakeology has done this for you and saved you the time and money in the process. Shakeology is a whole-food-based formula that’s completely natural with no synthetic ingredients whatsoever added in and is packed full of Superfoods. As they say, it’s Your Daily Dose of Dense Nutrition! Beachbody the company that creates Shakeology searches the world over for the best quality ingredients to include and works tirelessly to ensure that the nutrient values of each ingredient are maintained through the manufacturing process. Before anything makes it into Shakeology, hundreds of hours of work go into vetting and testing both the ingredient and the supplier to ensure that you’re getting the highest quality product. To me, that’s worth its weight in gold! 

A Personal Experience…

Now while I’m not a doctor or certified nutritionist, I’m here to tell you that Shakeology has been one of many amazing tools in helping me stay healthy. And even those occasional times I have had a little bug, I have rebounded quicker because of my supplemental regime and what I do to take care of my body. It’s “MY” belief Shakeology helps me here immensely. To be clear, no food or shake will ever prevent anyone from ever getting sick solely, but my good nutritional choices and Shakeology have given me a much better chance when I have gotten sick to fight through it easier and get better much faster! Why? Because my body is fueled with those superfoods mentioned above that have bolstered my immune system in such a way it’s like a boost for your insides. Simply put, when you equip your body with super fuel and not garbage all the time, you are giving your body the necessary ingredients to protect you from illness easier and recover faster.

A Life Mantra to Keep Me Living Healthy…

I’ve always liked to live by a philosophy that’s its Diet and Exercise now or Disease and Illness later as my approach to everyday life. It’s become a staple or my mantra for life. Shakeology gives me the energy and ingredients to live that kind of life much much easier. When you look at it from a daily cost perspective $4 a glass is very reasonable and quite affordable as well.  Looking at it from a different perspective, if you attempted to re-create this yourself you’d be looking at over $10 to $12 per glass, you may not be able to find many of those ingredients locally, even if you do have access to health foods stores, and let’s be honest it probably wouldn’t taste the best either. 

Justifying The Cost…

Think of it as a possible replacement for that smoothie you may buy frequently or even your morning Starbucks latte at over $6 a shot. In the end, it’s an investment into you and your health so if that’s a priority you’ve set for yourself, it should be very easy to find a way to fit this into your budget. I’ve even had discussions with people who are looking to lose weight that this can be used as a meal replacement so that lunch you buy every day while at work can be replaced with your Superfoods shake which likely will save you money every day as well.  The adaptability of Shakeology into whatever your need is, is a major plus. Shakeology is food and not just a drink or shake as the name implies. Its FOOD…Its over 70 superfoods, vitamins, minerals, digestive enzymes, amino acids, and antioxidants at 140 calories. So yes, it’s a true food and meal replacement if you want to use it as such. I use it as a supplement to my daily healthy food options to fill in the nutritional gaps that may exist in my daily nutrition. Being healthyish it’s not a meal replacement for me but an additional way to get those ingredients in my body, but you can see the parallel for using it either way.

But is This Right For Me?

Again, you still might be a little apprehensive and wondering if this is the right option for you and why should YOU drink it? Shakeology’s powerful and premium formula can help support healthy energy, curb junk-food cravings, support digestive health, and benefit your overall health, all while helping with weight loss as part of Beachbody health and fitness programs if that’s a need for you. I mean who wouldn’t want all of these benefits? 

And because I get frequent questions on Shakeology here are three more key points that will help you define if it’s the best option for you.

1. The four Plant-Based Vegan Shakeology flavors (Chocolate, Vanilla, Café Latte, Tropical Strawberry) are dairy-free and soy-free. 
2. There also are no gluten-based ingredients in Shakeology; however, it’s not a certified gluten-free product as the factory it’s made in makes other things which may contain gluten so cross-contamination could be although not likely a factor. Beachbody takes significant precautions to prevent any gluten-containing ingredients from being included in the product. 
3. Shakeology is considered “Mostly” Organic. Because Shakeology ingredients are globally sourced, certifying every exotic ingredient is very complex. However, the possibility of a completely organic Shakeology is being researched. Stay tuned.

In Summary…

Shakeology can help provide healthy energy, reduce junk-food cravings, support your digestion and regularity, and help you lose weight.

The protein, fiber, and healthy fats will help you feel full longer so you’re less likely to snack. Plus, it provides healthy energy, which will help you power through your workouts, and your day.

Bottom line is, Shakeology is a simple, Superfoods Solution that you’ll love because of the way it will help you look and feel, inside and out. 

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For more information on ways to improve your health and boost your immune system, we recommend checking out our article on 5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Immune System.