Disclosure: I received these samples as a New Hope Network Influencer. All opinions are my own.
I always look forward to receiving the New Hope Blogger Box filled with new-to-me natural products. Here is a rundown of the products I received this time:
- Tohi Aronia Berry The Original Beverage: I have never heard of the Aronia Berry, have you? Apparently it is full of anti-oxidants that fight free-radicals. This drink is refreshing and does not contain caffeine.
- youtheory Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha is Indian Gingseng, which is supposed to decrease stress, and boost mental and physical performance. I find it difficult to discern whether natural supplements like these deliver on their claims. However, if you are searching for help in this area, I would prefer to try a natural supplement before turning to other types of drugs.
- Kyo-Green Greens Blend Powdered Drink Mix: This is an easy way to include greens such as barley grass, wheat grass and chlorella in your everyday diet. Just blend the powdered drink mix with juice or water.
- Chlorella Udon Noodles: Speaking of chlorella, these udon noodles are traditional Japanese udon noodles with the addition of chlorella powder. The noodles are a lovely natural green color.
- Nature Nate’s Natural Raw Energy 100% Pure Organic Honey: I have never really thought of honey as delivering quick energy, but it makes sense. This 100% pure organic honey is in a little squeeze packet which seems more appealing to me than the “goo” that D eats when he is running.
- Wellnut Farms Salted Caramel Walnut Butter: The benefit of walnut butter is that it contains ALA omega-3 fatty acid. I like that this walnut butter comes from walnuts grown in northern California. The salted caramel flavor adds another dimension, and is not overly sweet.
- MegaFood Elderberry Immune Support Berry Gummies: I have become a fan of elderberry products to boost immunity, but I had not tried this brand before. The gummies are tart and tasty.
- L-Nutra Fast Bar: These bars include macadamia nuts, honey, pecans, almonds, cacao nibs, almond butter and coconut, among other ingredients. When I first read the nutrition facts, I was a bit alarmed by the high calorie and fat content (250 calories, 21 g fat). To me, that would be too much for a snack between meals, but I believe it is supposed to be more of a meal replacement, hence the name “Fast Bar”.
- RightRice: This “rice” is made of lentil flour, chickpea flour, pea fiber, and rice flour. I have been seeing more snacks made of these legumes, so I am not surprised that they are spreading to other types of foods as well.
- ArboryPharm Foods Vegan Protein: I received the Peanut Butter Brownie Parfait flavor, and D gives this plant-based protein powder a thumbs up in terms of taste and texture.
