To your health! A shout-out to protein...

I am always looking for truth and knowledge in whatever activity I am pursuing. It doesn’t matter if it is to boost my photography skills, how to take care of my little farm, how to raise my kids, or even in matters of faith. I have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and understanding.  I might be the world’s biggest skeptic, but I will put claims to the test and do my own leg work to find out what is real.

When I was approached about Arbonne a few years ago, I heard all of the claims that you hear about mineral oil (found a LOT of interesting concerns about its use on PubMed), about it being “Pure. Safe. & Beneficial,” and the benefits of its vegan nature. The vegan issue was a concern for me because I’m not against eating meat – I know it has its place on our table, but I also believe that it doesn’t need to be the main source of protein for every meal, but that it should be eaten “sparingly.” So – where is the balance?

If you know me at all, you know I love Dr. Oz. And – you know that I love Arbonne’s products more and more all of the time. Before I became involved with Arbonne I was looking into a Naturopathy program. So, the marriage of my desire to help people feel well and do so naturally was a perfect marriage for me and Arbonne.

But I digress. A couple of weeks ago, Dr. Oz had a guest physician who discussed the epidemics of obesity and diabetes in this country. He coined the term “diabesity.” The next day, his book “The Blood Sugar Solution” and its companion cookbook went on sale for Kindle for $2.99 on Amazon.  I hesitated, then got it knowing that I’ve been on a lifelong pursuit to lose weight and get my systems under control. Who knows? Each step might be the right step to answers.

I was so excited when I read that the good doctor recommended a vegan protein shake for breakfast that derived its protein from either peas, rice, or hemp. Arbonne’s vegan protein powder is made from peas, rice and cranberries. I wonder if there is a connection between cranberries and hemp? I haven’t researched that, but when I do, you will know!

As a small shout out to my Jewish brothers (this week is Passover), one of the topics covered on yesterday’s Dr. Oz program was “biblical dieting” and the health benefits of that. In the bible it was a regular practice to give away 10% of your meal. Not only would you be helping the poor, but certainly we all know that we’d be in better health if you reduced your portion sizes. There is emerging research that indicates that by eating 10% fewer calories, you will live 10% longer and healthier. It appears that once again ancient wisdom lives on.

The Arbonne protein powder meets all of these criteria: low-calorie, nutrient and protein rich (20g!), and delicious. Definitely worth a good look if you want to get healthy and energized!

Live well!

PS: I LOVE the vanilla best for its flavor if I'm drinking it alone, or for its versatility when I jazz it up with celery, bananas, spinach, lettuce, and/or berries and apples. Mmmm!