Unleashing Shakeology's Powerful Superfood Formula!
Part 1: Proprietary Super-Protein Blend
Shakeology really is my healthiest meal of the day... but I get asked all the time... What's so good about it? I don't like protein shakes or I already have one. I can find a cheaper brand. They either don't know what it is or they just haven't done their research on what is actually in Shakeology.
So, I'm going to go over some of the awesome ingredients that you'll find that can benefit you in MANY ways and maybe you'll think twice about adding it to diet :-)
For the next couple of days, I will be blogging about the unique proprietary blends that Shakeology is known for and some of the superfood ingredients that are responsible for the benefits that it will give you.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT to keep in mind
One response that I get a lot is, "oh I eat clean so that wouldn't fit into my lifestyle." While "clean" eating is a term that means different things to different people, Beachbody holds Shakeology to a very high standard of whole food nutrition. They make it their mission to source the purest, most natural ingredients (nothing artificial) for the product. All formulas are free from soy. The vegan formulas (which is the example i'll be using when educating you on the ingredients) feature no animal proteins, and no vitamin/mineral isolates.
For today, I'll be going over the proprietary super-protein blend which is in Shakeology!
These ingredients that fall into this powerful nutrient category called proteins and amino acids. (include Sacha Inchi, Chia, Flax, Quinoa, Amaranth, Brown Rice and Pea.) These are very important elements to help build and repair muscles, reduce hunger and food cravings, support optimal brain function, improve your mood, and promote healthy skin, hair, and nails. The bottom line is, your body NEEDS proteins and amino acids to thrive and Shakeology has that for you!
Sacha Inchi
- Great source of Vitamin E and Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Used for weight loss. This is found to have an unusually high level of tryptophan, which is an amino acid essential to the production of serotonin (which helps to regulate appetite). So in theory, it may help aid in weight loss by increasing your serotonin production, keeping your appetite in check, therefore reducing food intake.
Chia
- Excellent source Omega-3,antioxidants, protein and fiber.
- Helps you to feel full longer
- stabilize blood sugar levels
- increase energy
Flax
- Omega-3, antioxidant and fiber
- Some research shows evidence of decreasing risk of heart disease, diabetes, and breast cancer
Quinoa
While most people think that quinoa is a grain, it's actually the seed of a leafy green plant and a not so distant dousing to spinach, chard, and beets.
- Great source of COMPLETE protein! This means that it contains ALL 9 essential amino acids, which is rare among plant-based foods. It's even been known to outrank the protein found in milk products!
- Loaded with lysine, which is vital for bone development because it helps absorb calcium. It also balances nitrogen in the body which is needed to produce antibodies, enzymes, hormones and collagen. Also helps to reduce cholesterol. It also repairs tissue damage.
- Loaded with lots of vitamins and minerals... just to name a few.. phosphorous, iron, B-vitamins, potassium, riboflavin, zinc, copper, manganese, magnesium, folic acid and Vit E.
- Low on the glycemic index, meaning it doesn't spike up your insulin levels due to a rapid increase of blood sugar levels. This in turn helps you to maintain weight and keep your cholesterol levels healthy.
Amaranth
- A plant, not a grain
- High in minerals like calcium, iron, phosphorous and carotenoids.
- Great source of protein more than oats and rice
- Has phytochemical compounds like rutin and nicotiflorin which help to lower blood pressure and incidences of cancer.
- Has lunasin, which helps in lowering incidences of chronic disease, such as inflammation, diabetes, heart disease and stroke
Brown Rice
- Unrefined
- Rich in selenium(reducing common illnesses such as cancer, heart disease and arthritis), manganese (benefits nervous and reproductive systems)
- Heartier and fiber packed, better alternative to white rice
- Boosts metabolism and burns fat. Promotes weight loss because it makes you feel more full and helps with bowel regularity.
- Rich in antioxidants
Pea
- Excellent amino acid profile providing you with an array of essential and non essential amino acids
- High lysine content, helping to convert fatty acids into energy and helping to lower cholesterol. Also helps your bones to absorb more calcium to take care of your bones, cartilage, skin, tendons... etc
- Branched chain amino acids
That was my Part 1 of Shakeology's Powerful Superfood Formula... check back later in the week for the next part of the formula!
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