School is BACK, and you can feel the hectic energy winding up again.
This is why we made this month’s smoothie full of brain boosting goodness.
Full of rich vibrant color and antioxidants, Blueberries protect the brain from oxidative stress.
Oats are a slow-burning carbohydrate that keep our body fueled up and functioning.
This superfood is full of benefits, and focus is one of them! It’s full of enzymes that feed the brain to reduce stress and increase FOCUS!!
Every year, we strive to make a change in our lives and ourselves. This is often things that will improve our lives, like exercise, diet, or getting more sleep. Maybe you are looking to start painting again, or traveling more- all these things are a part of what you hope will eventually give you the life you dream of.
These notions are statistically known to fail. Only 8% of people will stick to their plan- the rest of us try to pretend we never said anything.
So, should we NOT strive to make goals for ourselves in the new year?
Perhaps there’s an idea out there thats broader, and more likely to bring success.
Instead of simply forcing yourself to choose salads and cutting out cupcakes, look to increase the nutrition of every single thing you eat.
Nutrient dense choices aren’t always the easiest foods to grab, but they are out there. Here’s some easy swaps:
• Spaghetti Squash instead of Pasta
• Mashed Avocado in stead of mayo on a sandwich
• Kombucha instead of Soda
• Cauliflower in place of potatoes.
Check out this months Featured Smoothie, aptly named “Nourish Smoothie”– featuring a superfood ingredient that takes this simple, fresh smoothie to another nutritional level.
Also, take advantage of this month’s supplement sale! See our favorites here.
Look at your life and find places where you can engage that amazing brain of yours. Seek out new skills and subjects: browse bookstores, sign up for e-classes and step out there. Your brain needs exercise as much as your body, and getting your mind flexible will give your whole world to expand.
Carve out time to connect with something spiritual. This can mean anything from meditation, to mass, to a long walk along the ocean. Write down your thoughts, light some incense- make it feel spiritual even if you don’t know how. This kind of practice can go a long way and help cement all the good you are doing in the rest of your life.
We thought about Pumpkin Spice. We thought about Apple Pie. But what if we blended all the flavors of fall together into one nutrient-rich smoothie?
That’s our Fall Glory Smoothie. Apple Cider, Maple Pumpkin Butter, Organic Pumpkin Puree, Rolled Oats, Vanilla Plant Protein and Coconut Milk combine in this comforting October smoothie.
Welcome Fall!
Vines and trees are heavy with fruit, and the light is changing. Fall is creeping up, but summer isn’t over yet. It always leaves us with the gift of rich, ripe fruit. It’s inspired us to celebrate the beauty of the harvest.
Our smoothie this month features a seasonal favorite: Cantaloupe. We were inspired to create something sweet and hydrating and at its peak flavor right now. Cantaloupe is full of potassium, vitamin C, beta carotene, and more.
We paired it with Peach, another seasonal favorite and added Mango for a smooth texture and sweetness. Almond milk adds protein, and a pinch of cardamom ties all the flavors together. Next we round it out with Zach & Zoe Lavender Honey to elevate all the flavors.
We didn’t stop at flavor: we added nutrient dense collagen. Great Lakes Collagen Hydrolysate is 90% protein, is fantastic for gut health and helps build strong hair, skin and nails.
Spring is in full swing and summer is on the horizon. Everyone is looking forward to warm evenings and days full of fun. What better way to celebrate this glorious anticipation than with something sunny and sweet?
We blended frosty chunks of mango with cool coconut milk, added tangy orange juice and a few creamy bananas to round it out. A scoop of turmeric adds not only a boost of inflammatory goodness, but it gives this smoothie its bright orange hue!
It’s time for me to fess-up a bit here.
I work in a health food store but haven’t always eaten healthy. When I was a kid, I used to look forward to seasonal holiday treats from fast food chains. My all-time favorite was when March would roll around. My mom would take my brother and I to our favorite fast food place for a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired shake we’d order off their seasonal menu. This was so cool because the shake was a lovely shade of bright green and tasted like sweet minty goodness.
I carried this tradition into my teenage years with my friends and then into early adulthood. That is, until I woke up to how the food I was eating was effecting my health. Let me shed a little light on exactly what is in this green cup of “goodness”. According to the nutritional facts for the shake listed on the company’s website, the shake includes the following ingredients:
Phew… still with me? That is an awfully long list that leaves me with a few questions: Why is it called whipped “topping” and not whipped cream? And why does the cherry have a list of ingredients- isn’t it just a cherry? Also, do green sugar crystals grow out of the ground? Might I add that there isn’t actually any mint in this minty-tasting beverage?
As if this wasn’t enough information to scare you away, check out the nutritional facts associated with a small and large shake:
That’s why we created the Lucky Mint Chip Shake – available at both of our locations for a limited time. Our shake uses none of the above and is actually healthy and naturally energizing and detoxifying. Here’s OUR ingredients: At Basil Bandwagon, we think everyone should be able to enjoy a holiday treat without having to dowse themselves in artificial colorings, flavorings and 3 days-worth of sugar in one glass.
