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Vanilla Peanut Butter and Banana Ice Cream Recipe

7/30/2014

Did you know July is National Ice Cream Month? Who knew that was even a thing? In honor of this fabulous month, I'm sharing with you a Beachbody recipe for Vanilla Peanut Butter and Banana Ice Cream. Who knew eating healthy could taste THIS GOOD?!

Total Time: 4 hrs. 5 min.
Prep Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: None
Yield: 5 servings, about ½ cup each

Ingredients:
1 cup nonfat milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
2 scoops Vanilla Shakeology (or whey protein powder)
2 medium frozen bananas (cut into chunks before freezing)
2 Tbsp. all-natural smooth peanut butter (or make peanut butter using PB2 and water or almond milk)

Vanilla Peanut Butter and Banana Ice Cream Recipe

Preparation:
1. Place milk, Shakeology, bananas, and peanut butter in high-powered blender (such as a Vita-Mix); cover.
2. Blend on low for 5 seconds; increase power to high and continue blending for 30 seconds until smooth.
3. Pour mixture in a large glass bowl; cover.
4. Freeze for 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, before serving.

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No-bake oatmeal bars for "on-the-go"

4/22/2014

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One of the biggest life-savers when it comes to sticking with my eating plan is keeping healthy snacks with me at all times. I am often found with pistachios in my purse or cashews in my desk drawer at work. If you always have something with you, you never have to worry about what happens when you get stuck in traffic, get stuck late at work, etc.

Today, I'm sharing with you a recipe for Gooey Shakeology Oatmeal Bars that you can make with Shakeology or whatever protein powder you have in your pantry! These are great to keep for those "on-the-go" moments!

Makes 12 servings in 3 hours, 10 minutes

4 scoops Chocolate Shakeology
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 tsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
1 dash ground cinnamon
1 cup nonfat milk (or milk substitute)
1/2 cup all-natural peanut butter
1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
nonstick cooking spray

Combine Shakeology, oats, cocoa powder and cinnamon in a large bowl, and mix well. Add milk, peanut butter and vanilla extract, and mix well with a spatula or by hand. Place in an 8x8 inch pan that is coated with spray. Cover with plastic wrap and press down to flatten in pan. Refrigerate for 3 hours. Cut into 12 bars.

Try to switch it up by using different flavors of protein powder and adding dried fruit, nuts or unsweetened coconut flakes.

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The Shakeology sampler pack

7/30/2013

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UPDATE: You can now order Beachbody's TASTE SAMPLER (2 chocolate, 1 vanilla, 1 greenberry and 6 recipes) through the Beachbody Website! Read about all of your ordering options HERE.

I want to order the Shakeology Taste Sampler

You've heard all about Shakeology (or maybe you haven't, in which case - check it out) - "the healthiest meal of the day" and "nature in a bag", as some may call it. But, in order to buy it, you have to buy a full 30-day supply. Sometimes your coach offers you a sample, but you have to pick just ONE to try. WHICH FLAVOR WILL YOU CHOOSE?

For a limited time, you can now get a Shakeology sampler pack containing the following:

Chocolate Shakeology packet
Vanilla Shakeology packet
Tropical Strawberry Vegan Shakeology packet
Recipes calendars for all three flavors

Click below to order (or e-mail me if you're interested in or have any questions) the Shakeology sampler pack! If you're a Shakeology drinker, vote below for your favorite flavor!

I want to order the Shakeology Sampler pack!

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Have you tried the Shakeology cleanse?

7/9/2013

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Anyone who has spent more than 24 hours with me knows I LOVE my Shakeology. I like most of the flavors, but by far my favorite is the chocolate. It's great plain, but my favorite recipe is to use almond milk and add PB2. I know having the same thing for breakfast isn't for everyone, but Shakeology offers some great short and long term benefits, so today, I'm going to share with you the Shakeology cleanse!

The Shakeology® 3-Day Cleanse uses Shakeology® to help get the most nutrients as possible into your body using the fewest amounts of calories. This cleanse has actually been called the “performance cleanse” because it was designed to be done in conjunction with a workout program. Let's take a look at how this differs from other cleanses:

First of all, it's not a true cleanse. It's a calorie-restricted & nutrient-dense diet plan. Traditional cleanses contain very few calories and nutrients. Compared to the much more popular Master Cleanse, it's like an all-you-can-eat buffet. Traditional cleansing diets are done to rid your system of toxins and bring it into homeostasis. They also contain a spiritual aspect. This process can take a long time, which is why you may have seen coworkers walking around the office in a zombie-like state for weeks on end - swilling a strange concoction of lemons and maple syrup.

The Shakeology cleanse is nothing like that. Depending on how you decide to do it, you'll be eating frequently and consuming between 800 and 1,200 calories per day - it could be even more should you feel the need. The point of this cleanse is not calorie restriction, per se - it's nutrient efficiency. The aim is to get the most nutrients possible into the fewest number of calories. The goal is to put all of these calories to use as a part of your exercise program, to rid your body of undigested foods and toxins, and to bring your hydration levels into homeostasis.

The most important thing to remember about the Shakeology® Cleanse is that the results you are after shouldn’t just be about weight-loss. Although that will likely occur, the reasons you should complete it are to help get your body running more efficiently.

I want to try the Shakeology Cleanse!

How it works:

Your eating structure doesn't change - you still eat every few hours while you're awake. Each meal should have a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats & fiber. While you're not eating as much food as you'd normally eat, your calorie-to-nutrient ratio is extremely high. This means that you shouldn't restrict the actual nutrients you're getting by too much, so activity can continue as normal. Adding fruits and/or seeds (for fat and fiber) can and should be done as you see fit. Ditto for your one solid meal - a salad. As we all know from any salad bar, the definition of salad can be varied. The goal of the salad in the plan is to keep your calories coming from natural sources (no artificial ingredients should be added, including artificial salad dressing). Aside from that, you can add ingredients as necessary. Keep your meat intake to four ounces or less, but add veggies, seeds, nuts, fruits, and legumes in quantities to satiate you. The goal of the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is to optimize your performance. You want to eat enough to fuel your day AND your workout. The foods you're eating are so high in fiber and nutrients that it's virtually impossible to overeat. You'll be consuming so much fiber, along with enzymes and digestive aids, that your body's ability to flush excess foods quickly will be at its peak.

What to drink:

Water, of course, is recommended in quantity. This is vital to any cleanse, because one of your goals is to bring your hydration into homeostasis. When your electrolytes are out of balance - the main problem we have is salt (you often retain water outside of your cells). This situation, which is referred to as retaining water, is cured by drinking more water. As the excess salts are diffused, your body begins to hydrate your cells (using sodium as it should be used) and flush the water held outside the cells. So, oddly enough, you drink water to eliminate water retention. Sodas, alcohols, juices, etc., should be eliminated entirely during a cleanse. Coffee and tea, which are diuretics, should be minimized at the very least and eliminated if possible. Again, performance is the key, so if you need a cup of Joe as a pick-me-up, go ahead. Just use only as needed, and don't use additives. Eliminating sugar and chemicals is vital. However, do not use energy drinks or soda for this purpose, including the ones with artificial sweeteners. Coffee drinkers may find that switching to black tea during a cleanse will give you the energy you're looking for with less upset. Coffee's acidic nature can heighten the effects in a negative way during your cleanse.

Should/can I still workout during the cleanse?

This depends on the individual - you will have less energy so you are going to need to plan accordingly.
I would suggest to try to do moderate-intermediate workouts and avoid strenuous activity for these 3 days.
If you do continue with strenuous workouts, you will need to add more food accordingly, but stay within the limits of the cleanse (lean protein, no dairy)

What type of green tea should I use?

Any unsweetened green tea will work, and it can be hot/cold.

Can I put sweeteners in my green tea?

Yes, my advice is to use Stevia.

Can I do a 1-day or a 2-day cleanse instead of a 3-day?

Yes, some people will see results in 1 or 2 days!
It is not recommended to do the cleanse for longer than 3 days.

What if I become really hungry during the cleanse, can I have an extra snack?

Yes. Try adding a banana or a tablespoon of almond butter to your shake.
Other snack options to add are a whole apple or unsalted almonds to a meal or snack

I want to try the Shakeology cleanse!

I'm planning on starting this cleanse next week - have you ever tried a cleanse?

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This July 4th, CELEBRATE your independence from junk food!

7/4/2013

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I was SO excited to finally try the new Vanilla Shakeology and Beachbody did NOT disappoint! The taste is AMAZING, but I'll have to figure out the ice/milk amounts to get it just right. What I'm most excited about is to try new recipes with lots of fruit! So let this be the first of MANY Shakeology recipes I hope to share with you. This July 4th, CELEBRATE!

And don't forget - FREE shipping on orders of Vanilla Shakeology until July 7th. Don't wait to SAVE!

What's your favorite Shakeology recipe?

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Vanilla Peanut Butter and Banana Ice Cream Recipe

No-bake oatmeal bars for "on-the-go"

The Shakeology sampler pack

What's YOUR favorite Shakeology flavor?

Have you tried the Shakeology cleanse?

How it works:

What to drink:

This July 4th, CELEBRATE your independence from junk food!

Jillian [FitYaf]

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