…Merchandise Evaluation: FrogFuel Performance Protein Pack…

Today I would like to share with you a product that I got to try.  I got to try a protein pack from FrogFuel

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Overall Comments:

In all actuality this is a great idea….HOWEVER…I am on a pretty strict diet and if I had a choice I would rather consume my protein in a meal instead of in a shot.  This would be great for those who are on the go and need to get the extra protein into their diet.  This would also be great for those who need a boost of protein but do not have the time to sit down and eat a full meal.  So using this product had a lot of perks!

The packaging of the product is very easy and convenient.  It has an easy pull tab and you can squeeze or such the protein shot right out.

They say that this product is FDA approved (which does give the product some merit since it was tested and approved.  BUT it does not mean too much since the FDA approval system has its own flaws).

They also have a shot that contains caffeine to help give you an energy boost.  So if you need the extra energy boost trying the caffeine shot at the start of your day or before a workout can give you a little extra push.

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Price:

The price for this product is kinda high.  For one box of 24 – 1 oz. shot packs is $48.00.  That is a steep price for 24 servings of 15g of protein.

Let me put it to you this way… a can of tuna fish is 5 oz of meat and cost around$0.99.  It it about 113 calories, almost 25 g of carbs, and 0g of carbs.

With ONE shot of Frog Fuel you get 60 calories, 15g of carbs, and 0g of carbs for about $2.00 a shot.  The only major difference (in my opinion  is the price.

I did not see a huge difference with the sampled that I tried.  If I had a whole box and used it regularly I may be able to see a difference in my everyday energy levels and to see if the protein shot did indeed give me the boost.

Quality: 

The creators of this product say it is a high quality type of protein that is fast absorbing.  So this would be something good for those who need something on the go or to use at a sporting event.  I tried to do a little research on some of the information that was provided by the site.  I did not find anything that says it was a “superior” type of protein.  I didn’t find anything that said it was a bad protein either.  It will all be based off of preference and if you try this product and like it.  I did not get to try a whole bunch of it so I can not make a solid decision on it being “the best” protein to use.

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Taste:

The taste was OK! It was not horrible and it was not amazing.  At first the berry taste is strong and favorable at first.  The after taste has a small bite at the end and it does leave a slight taste in your mouth for a few minutes.  But it is nothing that will make you want to gag or spit it out.  It is liquid shot (not like a gel or pudding).  And it has a similar taste to red bull (in my opinion).

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Ranking Scale: (on a scale from 1-5)

Price: 3.0

Overall Quality: 3.5

Quality for Price: 3.2

Overall Taste: 3.0

Overall Ranking: 3.2

**NOTE: Please make sure to note my product review disclaimer that can be found HERE***

Overall it was an OK product.  You would honestly have to try this product out on your own to see how you like it.  My nutritional needs are different from most people so I would not benefit very much from using this product regularly.  But, there are other people out there that might love this item and use it regularly.  It was nice to get to try this product and I would consider having a pack in my bag when I run a Tough Mudder or another obstacle race.  They are small and you can toss them into your gym bag or purse.  They are very practical for those who need to get more protein into their diet.

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THEIR WEBSITE! They have some great workouts posted for you to try and they also go into more detail about their product and what it has to offer.  

…Merchandise Evaluation: Best Price Nutrition…

 

I had the pleasure of getting to try some products from a great online supplement store called BestPriceNutrition.com

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Here are just a few of the items that i got to try from BestPriceNutrition.com

 

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Here are the items I tried:

Overall Comments:

I was very surprised by the variety of items they allowed me to try out! But I was also excited to see that it was the ‘Raw” brand items.  I have seen them several times but I have never been able to try them.

I do wish that I was able to try another flavor besides vanilla but that is OK.  The vanilla flavor was not bad but it is not the best tasting I have had.  It was your typical vanilla flavor and it was actually kind of gritty.  I did mix the Raw Meal and the Raw Protein in cold water (you have the option to mix it with milk or almond milk).  It was not a chalky taste (like some other proteins and meal replacements I have tried).  I am use to just “chugging” my protein shakes and that is the best method to use if you want to use these products.  The taste is not the best, but it is also not the worst.  It is for sure not a shake you will want to sip and savor the flavor with.

The Vitamin Code product were actually nice.  I did take my usual vitamins with it.  But i enjoyed that the product is made of all natural products.  I did not like that you had to take 4 of these capsules.  So if you do plan on purchasing these you may go through the bottle pretty fast since you have to take so many.  My stomach is sensitive to some supplements and this product did not give me any problems at all.  It did not leave a weird taste in my mouth or make me feel weird at all.

Lastly, i also got to try the Perfect Food Raw Green Super Food.  I naturally do not have a problem with my energy levels during the day.  And with the product I did not notice a big difference.  The product claims to give you more energy but I did not see a big boost (I usually get 7-9 hours a sleep a night and my diet is pretty clean.  I rarely have “tired” days).  I mixed this packet with water and I tried it with juice.  I recommend taking it with something that has a flavor or good taste. It’s not an awful taste (but it does not taste good either).  Some people enjoy the “super green” flavor…But it is not for me.  But I have no complaints about the product.

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Price:

The products are relatively cheap (compared to other similar products that are on the market).  The prices range from $24-$33.  You do have a CHEAP same day shipping option (at $4.99) and they do ship internationally.  Looking online, BestPriceNutrition.com is one of the cheapest places to get these products.  I would suggest finding a small amount and trying out the flavor before you go buy a larger container of these times.  The taste was not the best for any of them but some people may enjoy the “different” taste.

Quality:

These products seem to be of good quality.   They are made of certified organic products.  Per a representative from the company this is what they had to say:

Most of the ingredients that are used in the Garden Of Life supplements are certified organic. While some of the ingredients may not be certified organic they are grown under organic conditions with no herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals. Organic regulations do not permit us to use the organic designation unless we verify the organic certification of our vendors. An asterisk is used to denote the certified organic ingredients on our labels. The following products are labeled as certified organic with the USDA Seal;
RAW Meal Line
RAW Protein Line
RAW Fiber
Perfect Food RAW
RAW Probiotics for Kids
DetoxiFiber
Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
Organic Food Bars
Fruits of Life
Raw Probiotics 5 Day Max Care

Super Seed 90% organic
Living Vitamin C 90%

 

 

Ranking Scale: (on a scale from 1-5)

Price: 4.0

Taste: 2.0

Overall Quality: 4.0

Quality for Price: 4.0

Overall Ranking: 3.5

**NOTE: Please make sure to note my product review disclaimer that can be found HERE***

What were my favorite products from BestPriceNutrition.com?

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These two items were my favorite and I would consider purchasing them for personal use.  There was nothing wrong with the other two items I tried.  The flavor was not my personal favorite and that is a huge factor in me disliking the product. But I would suggest that any try the products for yourself to see how you like them. I can only share my honest opinion about my experiences with the items.

…Merchandise Evaluation: Vapur “The Anti-Bottle”…

 

 

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I had the pleasure of getting to try out these Vapur Anti-Bottle collapsible water bottles

Overall Comments:

When I saw these I was INSTANTLY excited!

Being an avid gym goer I HATE that my car, gym bag, and gym locker get cluttered with bulky water bottles.  The fact that this water bottle can fold down flat OR be rolled up and stored was a great feature! It is a space saver! The lid also has a clip on it so you can attach it to the outside of your bag (or to anything else) so you can find it easily.

The bag is pretty think and very durable.  There is a seal under that cap that prevented water from leaking.  AND the cap was easy to remove.  I do not know how many times i have struggled with the lids to my water bottles!  The design makes for a simple and leak proof lid.  They do have some anti-bottles that have regular lids and they also have some anti-bottles that have a water filter in them so you can get filtered water when you squeeze the water out.

Looking on their WEBSITE you can see that they have many different colors and varieties to choose from!  The great thing about this product is that you can toss it in the freezer, they are dishwasher safe, AND they fold or collapse for easy storage.

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This is a GREAT product to take with you when you travel or have to fly! With the TSA flight rules you can not take any liquids with you when you go past the security check points.  You can simply roll up the bag, toss it in your purse or carry on bag, and pull it out and refill it once you are waiting at your gate.  This is EXACLTY what i used mine for.  I have been traveling quite a bit the past few weeks and instaed of carrying around my bulky water bottle i decided to travel with my Vapur anti-bottle.

Price: These are VERY affordable!!!!  I would say that they are the same price as most water bottles you can find at your local store or on any other online site. On the Vapur website their products run from $7.99 to $13.99.  You can purchase the water filter for your anti-bottle but that is a little more expensive.  That will cost around $69.99.  The Vapur MicroFilter safely removes 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria (such as Salmonella, Cholera and E. coli) and 99.9% of protozoa (including Cryptosporidium and Giardia).  You can also purchase “sweaters” and extra caps.

THEY DO HAVE A SALE GOING ON and have some anti-bottles on sale for $4.99! 

Quality: I have had the bottles for a few weeks and i use them regularly. They have withstand everyday use and they are very easy to clean.  I will wash it out and scrub it with a bottle brush OR toss it in the dishwasher.  The pouch is made of a very durable material.  I did fill it half way with water and places it in the freezer.  In the morning I would take it out of the freezer and fill the other half of the bottle with water to help keep the water cold.  And that worked perfectly.  This has all of the regular functions of a “regular” water bottle.

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Ranking Scale: (on a scale from 1-5)

Price: 4.5

Overall Quality: 4.5

Quality for Price: 4.5

Overall Ranking: 4.5

**NOTE: Please make sure to note my product review disclaimer that can be found HERE***

I give this product two thumbs WAY up!  This is a great product for anyone! They make anti-bottles to fit anyone’s lifestyle. Please feel free to check out their website and see what all they have to offer!

…Holiday 5K!…

 

How did you and your family kick off this past 4th of July weekend?

Are you looking for more fun and HEALTHY things for you and your family (& friends) to participate in during the upcoming holidays?

A great suggestion…

RUN A 5K!

 

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This past weekend I managed to roll out of bed early and run the annual Firecracker 5K that my local food bank hosted

All of the proceeds went towards purchasing food and other good for our local food bank.

These types of events go on ALL THE TIME! And they are more frequent during the summer because of the great weather and more people can usually participate in them.

If you are looking for a reason to get you and your loved one more active find a 5k in your area and sign up to run it!

NO you do not have to run the whole time.  You can run at your own pace and if you need to stop and walk you can do so.  There should be staff members along the route just in case you have any medical issues.

You can train with your friends/family and participate in the event together.

Some of these races do offer prizes for top finishers of the race.  Some of these races give out free gifts at the end of the race (such as shirts, medals, drinks, food, or other items other local companies have donated).

Like I said, this is a GREAT way to kick off any holiday weekend.  AND you can do these kind of events with your whole family!  If you have a child you can push them in the stroller.  If you have a pet, you can have them walk (or run) with you during the race!

This is the perfect way to work towards your health and fitness goals AND support a local charity that is in your area.

I hope that you guys had a safe and HEALTHY holiday weekend!