Produtos Importados dos EUA
Garden of Life Meal Replacement – Organic Raw Plant Based Protein Powder, Chocolate, Vegan, Gluten-Free, 35.9oz (2lb 4oz/1,017g) Powder
Este pó de proteína à base de plantas orgânicas da Garden of Life é uma opção nutritiva e conveniente para quem está sempre em movimento. Com 20 gramas de proteína vegetal limpa e orgânica, este substituto de refeição é enriquecido com 44 superalimentos, incluindo sucos de grama orgânica, frutas e vegetais, além de 6 gramas de fibra para mantê-lo satisfeito.
Além de fornecer nutrição completa, este pó de proteína também é ideal para a recuperação pós-treino. Ele ajuda a construir massa muscular magra e aumentar os níveis de energia, tornando-se uma opção poderosa para impulsionar seu desempenho físico.
Com 21 vitaminas e minerais essenciais, este delicioso pó de proteína de chocolate é uma maneira conveniente de obter os nutrientes necessários para uma dieta equilibrada. Além disso, ele contém 1,5 bilhão de UFC de probióticos e enzimas para facilitar a digestão, tornando-o um shake de substituição de refeição completo e saboroso.
Este pó de proteína vegana é certificado orgânico, sem glúten, kosher Star K, vegano, sem laticínios, sem soja, certificado pela Informed Choice (Confiável pelo Esporte) e não contém organismos geneticamente modificados. É uma fonte de proteína integral proveniente de alimentos integrais, garantindo a qualidade e a pureza do produto.
Conheça 5 Motivos Recomendados pela Vitaminer Shop para Comprar:
- 1. Nutrição completa e conveniente para quem está sempre em movimento
- 2. Ajuda na recuperação pós-treino e no desenvolvimento de massa muscular magra
- 3. Rico em 21 vitaminas e minerais essenciais para uma dieta equilibrada
- 4. Contém probióticos e enzimas para facilitar a digestão
- 5. Certificado orgânico, sem glúten, kosher Star K, vegano e não contém organismos geneticamente modificados
– Sugestão de Uso:
Para obter os melhores resultados, misture 2 colheres de sopa (33g) do pó de proteína com 250ml de água ou sua bebida favorita. Agite bem até obter uma consistência suave e cremosa. Consuma como substituto de refeição ou após o treino para uma recuperação eficaz. Armazene em local fresco e seco.
Welcome Lindsey –
The primary reason I chose this particular product, the Garden of Life Raw Meal (Chocolate), is because of its raw nature. I can see from other reviews that there are complaints about consistency, sugar content, flavor, etc. I know of few other such quality vitamin- and mineral-rich drinks, and I know of only 2 other that are raw. The ingredients are mostly sprouted then dehydrated. From my readings on the arguments around raw foods, the proteins, fats, and carbs are all of a high caliber and are highly digestible, meaning the protein and other macro (and micro) nutrients are quickly absorbed into the system yet stabilized and balanced by each other (meaning the glycemic load is pretty low overall – no sugar highs).
I agree that the sugar content is rather high, but, if you are like me, counting grams of macronutrients is not the point: maximum bioavailability of said nutrients IS the point. You are to mix this powder with other ingredients, which can greatly alter the ratio of nutrients. I like to use soy, hemp, or almond milks as part of the fluids for any drink or shake I make with Raw Meal – that increases the protein and slightly increases the fat. Again, calorie-counting, close macronutrient tracking, and general mainstream ideas of healthy eating are not my style; I go by nutrient-density, and I go by what nourishes my body. I have compared this meal replacement with other high-quality brands (like Vega and BeachBody’s super smoothie mix) and this is, by far, the most bioavailable, reasonably-priced, truly raw product. Of course, I have not had time to do a thorough and exhaustive comparison, nor do I have time or money to personally test many brands, so you may have better results with other brands (ones that I’ve probably never heard of!) than I have. Again, the main point is that the sugar content IS balanced with the healthy fats, enzymes, probiotics, fiber, and protein. Read that label!
Also, if you’re like me, you drink this stuff a little before intense exercise, and a little extra naturally-occurring sugar is just fine for most people IF they are about to go for a long walk, workout, bike ride, hike, whatever. The sugars are burned off with exercise or “heavy thinking.” So, this is also my mid-afternoon snack, and, again, that extra hit of naturally-occurring sweetness, balanced as it is against the other nutrients, gives my brain the energy that glucose-monster-consuming organ needs to help me think clearly. The protein and fiber both stabilize my body and mood, too.
The ratio of EFAs to protein to carbs is an excellent one – Garden of Life seems to have done their homework. The EFAs are abundant, as is the unbelievable amount of fiber per serving. By the way, the reason for the odd gelatinous consistency is the ground flax and chia seeds – both of which are impressive superfoods, especially since they are sprouted first (well, I THINK the chia is sprouted first, anyway). Please read Brendan Brazier’s Thrive: The Vegan Nutrition Guide to Optimal Performance in Sports and Life, as he explains all these superfood seeds and grains in a way that better expresses why this meal replacement is so cool. It also talks about how glucose is utilized during exercise (I like this book, can you tell??). Chia seed and flax seed are both mucilage-forming (can’t remember the exact word for this!) in a GOOD way – they promote fullness, soothe digestive and intestinal tracts, etc. That slimy taste CAN be somewhat avoided, though …
The trick I have found to make this powder far more palatable is to use an electric (or manual) hand mixer. Put the powder into a deep vessel (a large, thick glass or whatever) so the hand mixer doesn’t splatter the fluids and powder everywhere. Then put in a little fluid (I use rice milk to start this process). The initial liquid should be twice the amount of powder. We like to make chocolate milk with this, so we add a little pure unsweetened bitter cocoa powder (put in however much you want – it’s a matter of personal taste). We then mix this small amount of fluid, meal replacement, and cocoa powder together like you would when making hot chocolate: blend the dry stuff with the wet stuff THOROUGHLY before adding any more liquid. This keeps the meal replacement from separating too much, getting rid of some of the chalky consistency. Add a little liquid at a time, mixing thoroughly with the hand mixer each time. Keep mixing it a little longer (just a few seconds) after you have all the liquid you want. Separation is just going to happen due to the seeds and such in the powder. The slimy thing starts happening pretty quickly, as the chia and flax seed start doing their thing, so drink quickly and use a straw! The slimy stuff often stays on top. KEEP STIRRING as you drink. If you’ve mixed it enough with the hand mixer, you end up with a somewhat creamy consistency, depending on the amount of liquid you used. It’s up to you; experiment with liquid amounts.
We all (family of four) really love this stuff, and I’m talking about a picky 10-year-old, too. Just mix it well with a hand mixer or blender, and keep stirring if you’re making the chocolate milk-like drink I described above, and it’s really great. You’ll come to love it. A few of the reviewers mentioned blending the powder in smoothies and/or shakes; we’ve had great success with those, too – especially blending in frozen raspberries and a banana or an avocado! Yummy!
Good luck and enjoy!
Michelle –
this is my new favorite go-to breakfast of champions! perfect flavour and the texture isn’t unpleasant
bena pierre-yves –
c’est vraiment bon au gout mon conseil est de le mixer avec du lait d’amande pour un coté saveur “YOP”, avec de l’eau veillez qu’elle soit plutôt froide que tiède.
au niveau du ressenti j’ai eu beaucoup moins de fringales en plein milieu de journée, ça tient bien au corps.
Sabrina –
Es una excelente opción para cuando uno se sale rápido de la casa y presiente que podrá tener hambre. Me llevo mi termo con el licuado hecho con agua y lleno de hielos y al terminar el gym me lo voy tomando, me encanta. Así ya hago vueltas o algo y regreso a preparar comida, pero sin prisas ni hambre y mil veces mejor que andar comprando algún snack procesado o algo en la calle.
Lo recomiendo.
Jerida Sinange –
The taste is gross for my liking!
Katie –
I’m writing this review as someone who has tried the unflavored, chocolate, and vanilla spiced chai.
First things first, this is ridiculously healthy. It will absolutely make you have more energy and keep you full for a surprising amount of time, blah blah blah. There are enough reviews saying this, so let me get into the nitty gritty.
Something that can be revulsive to people trying this to the first time are the texture; say farewell to the dairy based meal replacement shakes that reminded you of your childhood Yoohoo days! This stuff is thick. Unless you are prepared to chug it right away, I recommend extra liquid for one scoop of powder. Upon my first use, I made my shake (two scoops of powder to their recommended liquid) and got in my car. When I arrived at my destination, I popped the lid of my shaker bottle to find it had all but solidified. My preferred consumption is now 50% more liquid to one scoop.
That also brings me to another issue I have become accustomed to: the way it absorbs water will likely lead to a lumpy shake if only using a shaker bottle unless you can VIGOROUSLY shake constantly like a blender until your arm falls off or the entire shake is consumed. Like I said, this is just what I adjusted to in the morning when I am running out the door. Chewing your morning shake is like flexing your jaw muscles! It’s not a great textural experience, but that is what I get for hitting snooze too much.
Onto the flavor reviews!!
UNFLAVORED: Be prepared for a bitter taste followed by an almost sour aftertaste. No matter how much fruit, almond butter, and even chocolate I tried blending it with, it NEVER got rid of that absolutely awful taste. Perhaps I got a bad batch, but I ended up throwing the ENTIRE tub of powder away after 10 failed attempts at making it palatable. Holding your nose while drinking a shake is no way to be.
CHOCOLATE: Though my first experience was so awful, I decided to go back because I like the fact that this product is raw and vegan. Chocolate was a HUGE improvement, but there was still a twinge of an unwanted aftertaste. Unlike the Un-Flavored, I finished the whole tub! It isn’t chocolatey like most other meal replacement shakes, but it can still be satisfying while still helping you be super healthy.
VANILLA SPICED CHAI: There was a about a year between finishing the chocolate tub and buying the chai mini tub. I kept eyeing the chai, but was worried that without the heavy masking flavor of the chocolate, I would be left with that abhorrent aftertaste. I purchased a small tub, and mixed it in my shaker bottle with almond milk. With my first reintroduction to the meal replacement from Garden of Life, there was a faint unpleasant aftertaste, but it didn’t linger! After three days, there was no note of any remote unpleasantness. Not only that, but this flavor is INSANELY delicious. It’s not too sweet, not as overpowering as the chocolate, and I look forward to my breakfast shake EVERYDAY.
I’ve since signed up for Amazon Subscribe and Save to regularly receive the large tubs. In the mornings when I have a bit more time, I blend one scoop Vanilla Spiced Chai flavor with extra unsweetened almond milk (vanilla or flavor free) and a whole banana. I cannot begin to express how incredibly delicious this combination is. I even crave it over my lunch salads. It’s basically the healthiest dessert-y breakfast you could treat yourself to in the morning.
Yes, this stuff is worth it. Find a flavor you love! I recommend buying the mini tubs to sample the different offerings before investing in something that might just get thrown away. And if you are new to this product, keep an open mind. The texture hard to adjust to, but it will give you the energy to feel like a super hero!
Lefsley –
Me llegó un advertencia de buscarles antes de evaluarlos, como si lo fuera a hacer mal y en realidad el producto que tienen es espectacular. No así la experiencia de compra.
Me mandaron un mail en automático sin el número de guía. Pedí un bote adicional y aún no me responden.