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Two Moms in The Raw – Products Worth Reviewing

It seems that “Raw” foods are all the latest craze right now. But is it just a fad or is there some beneficial truth behind it? Well, if you take into consideration that eating raw foods helps your body and digestion as well as absorbing all the necessary nutrients, then yes, there are a lot of benefits to it. Eating raw foods can be as simple as eating raw vegetables or fruits or simply cooking your food at the lowest temperature to maintain all of their nutrients. And in the sense of Two Moms in The Raw raw foods, we’re talking about delicious, uncomplicated, and unique foods which are made with natural and organic ingredients.

Two Moms in The Raw was created after the founder realized she had a chronic illness and turned to natural, raw foods as a solution to restoring her health. With the need of changing her diet for the better, she felt it necessary to create foods that were tasty, nutritious, and still retained all of its natural goodness. Two Moms in The Raw makes food products using only the finest natural and organic ingredients, including ingredients that are beneficial to the health such as flax seeds, kelp, and certain blends of herbs. Eating foods in its original form is important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle but it’s equally important to eat foods that taste good as well. After all, a raw vegetable salad can get pretty boring although healthier, so in the sense of Two Moms in The Raw, they created raw foods that are delicious and good for you.

Currently Two Moms in The Raw makes the following products: Raw Sea Crackers in flavors of Garden Herb, Pesto, and Tomato Basil. The ingredients are simple and consists of flaxseeds and kombu in each flavor profile. They also make Raw Cocoa Truffles (which was incredibly delightful!), Raw Granola in Blueberry, Cranberry, Gojiberry, and Raisin. And other products including Blueberry Nut Bar, Cranberry Nut Bar, and Gojiberry Nut Bar. If you’ve never tried raw bars, then you’re certainly missing out on something unique and fragrant. You can taste the flavors of each ingredients since the ingredients were not overcooked as in most energy bars. And most of their products are certified gluten-free for those who are sensitive to gluten or wheat.

Probably one of the best thing about Two Moms in The Raw is that they use only natural and organic ingredients and that they are all handmade. Their products do not contain any refined sugars or oils and are considered 100% Raw. So for those who are interested in a raw diet, you might want to give Two Moms in The Raw a try. You can find Two Moms in The Raw at most natural grocery stores and you can also order their products on their website: http://www.twomomsintheraw.com/. Two Moms in The Raw had kindly sent me an assortment of their products to try and review. The products I tried were their Sea Crackers, Nut Bars, and Truffles. We really enjoyed the Tomato Basil Sea Crackers because you can really taste the tomatoes and it was a bit tart, sweet, and savory all at the same time. The Sea Crackers are great eaten as is or sprinkled on top of salads and soups. The truffles were delightful especially since I’ve never tried “raw” truffles before. The chocolate flavor wasn’t overwhelming and it wasn’t very sweet either. Their Nut Bars reminded me of dried fruits in a way because of the texture and the intense flavors. I think the raw nut bars make great in-between snacks since they are filling, satisfying, and easy to carry around.

For more info about Two Moms in The Raw, please visit their website: http://www.twomomsintheraw.com/ or Facebook page.

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Alive & Radiant – Products Worth Reviewing

If you’ve ever fallen in love with a certain food, then you’ll know how hard it can be to resist eating it. That’s exactly what happened when we tried Alive & Radiant’s Tarragon Dijon Kale Chips. I can honestly say, that I’ve never had kale chips as delicious and enticing as Alive & Radiant’s Kale chips. Between my son and I, we devoured the entire bag in one sitting – and still had some crumbles left in the bag that I poured out and gloriously polished them off. Yes, they were that good! I’m not much of a kale eater, but I do eat them once in awhile in a salad or in soups but as kale chips, they are delightfully unique and satisfying.

The vegetable Kale itself is considered a power food. Why? Because kale contains various nutritional benefits including Vitamins A,C, and K; minerals such as Calcium, Iron, and Manganese; certain amounts of Omega’s; and because of it’s cruciferous family, Kale has been studied to prevent certain types of cancer. Kale itself hasn’t been very popular throughout the years mainly because most people don’t know what to do with it. The best way of getting its full nutritional potential is eating it raw ofcourse, but that can be very difficult because of it’s slightly bitter and chewy texture. So several ways of eating it and still getting the nutritional benefits are boiling it slightly and eating it as a salad, stir-frying it with other veggies, and of  course, eating it as raw kale chips. At Alive & Radiant, they dehydrate their Kale chips at low temperatures to keep it in it’s “raw” form so that they still retain their nutritional content. But if you’re thinking raw chips sounds strange, well, you haven’t tried Alive & Radiant Kale chips then.

 

Alive & Radiant Kale chips are so incredibly unique and delicious that you’ll wonder why you even bother eating anything else. Their Kale chips contain very little ingredients, but its what those ingredients are that really makes these Kale chips stand out. At Alive & Radiant, they use cashews and sesame seeds for that unique and delicate crunch and with each flavor profile, you get a distinctive flavor and texture. Our favorite is the Tarragon Dijon flavor as well as the Southwest Ranch flavor. Both of them are slightly tangy with a hint of sweetness. We were able to try all of their flavors and we could see how much love and inspiration were put into the flavors of each variety. Currently, Alive & Radiant’s Kale Chips come in the following flavors: Cheezy Chipotle (which has quite a kick to it), Tarragon Dijon, Quite Cheezy, Southwest Ranch, Spirulina Orange Creamsicle (this one is definitely different from all others), and Chockalet Chip. Yes, chocolate flavored kale chips! You wouldn’t believe the extraordinary taste to this flavor – very chocolately but not overwhelmingly sweet. My son said it was strange to have chocolate kale chips, but he found it quite delightful in that the kale chips were both sweet and a bit savory.

 

Alive & Radiant is a division of Kaia Foods who also produces natural sprouted sunflower and pumpkin seeds, “raw” cookies which are moist and chewy, and buckwheat granolas. At Kaia Foods and Alive & Radiant, they believe that providing good nutrition in the most natural way is a healthier way of living. Therefore, their foods are made from scratch using the finest organic ingredients, dehydrated, and no artificial anything. With their simple, “sprout, mix, and dehydrate” system, their foods maintain their natural nutritional value and with their Kale chips, the flavors are enticingly addicting. We honestly couldn’t stop eating the Kale chips and with them being so much healthier than regular fried potato chips, there weren’t too much guilt after polishing off an entire bag. I think Alive & Radiant Kale chips are great for people of any age and their super crunchy texture makes it fun to eat as well. We even sprinkled some on top of our salads as well as placed them inside our sandwiches. I think the Kale chips are great eaten as is, but with such intense and unique flavors, you can probably find other uses for them as well. Alive & Radiant Kale chips are also gluten-free and perfect for Vegans and if you’re looking for a new Raw diet, you won’t be disappointed with Alive & Radiant’s Kale chips.

The lovely folks at Alive & Radiant had generously sent me all of their six flavors to try and review. Since we started enjoying the taste and benefits of Kale several months ago, we were really delighted that Alive & Radiant’s Kale chips offered a different way of eating raw kale. For those of you who want to venture out of the potato chips era, try giving Alive & Radiant’s Kale chips a chance – you won’t be disappointed. Currently you can find Alive & Radiant products at natural grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market. For more info about Alive & Radiant, please visit their website: http://blessingsaliveandradiantfoods.com/ and their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/AliveRadiantFoods.

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Rhythm Superfoods – Products Worth Reviewing and Giveaway

When it comes to eating food that are good for you and helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle, there are many choices out there. But there are certain “superfoods” recently discovered which have superb health benefits. And although these “superfoods” have been in most of our daily diets, research determined that they are more powerful and more potent in preventing and maybe even curing certain illnesses and diseases. Among the superfoods we know of but may not always eat is the cruciferous vegetable Kale. Kale, according to health experts (source: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/super-veggies-cruciferous-vegetables) is full of phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Its high antioxidant powers can combat many illnesses and diseases and it’s really delicious too if you know how to prepare it. Eating raw Kale or any cruciferous vegetables helps maintain their natural enzymes which become beneficial to your body and your health. But eating raw Kale isn’t always easy as they are harder to chew and even harder to swallow. Kale leafs are thicker and chewier so the best ways of preparing them is to cook them slightly in soups, in pureers, and saute them slightly. And if you eat them raw in salads, I recommend soaking them in lemon juice for 15 minutes to soften them and add additional flavor. However, a new way of eating Kale has emerged onto the food scene – eating them as “raw” kale chips. Kale chips have quickly become a popular alternative to regular potato chips because Kale chips are healthier and more nutritious and in the case of Rhythm Superfoods, their Kale chips are prepared in their own natural form through dehydration and natural seasonings.

What are Raw foods? Raw foods have become increasingly popular because they maintain their natural enzymes and probiotics and can not be cooked above 105 degrees. Essentially, raw foods simply mean food that are unprocessed, uncooked, and untreated. It’s like eating a fresh piece of fruit or vegetable but with the case of Rhythm Superfoods Kale Chips, their chips are hand-washed, tossed with organic and vegan sauce mixes, then dehydrated overnight at low temperatures. The result is a healthy, raw, crunchy, and super tasty chip that can be eaten by itself or crumbled over salads, sandwiches, or in soups.

We discovered Rhythm Superfoods Kale Chips and Sweet Potato Chips not too long ago and became intrigued at the possibilities of them. We sampled their Kool Ranch flavor and fell in love immediately. With only a few ingredients such as organic kale, organic sunflower seeds, organic carrot powder, organic apple cider vinegar, organic lemon juice concentrate, organic spices, and sea salt, we were amazed at how kale chips can be so incredibly delicious! I usually make kale soup but eating them as chips was a newfound delight for me and my family. My son couldn’t stop eating them and you generally wouldn’t think children would enjoy kale, right? And since Rhythm Superfoods do not process their chips and uses only natural and organic ingredients, they are also perfect for children and their growing bodies.

Rhythm Superfoods was developed by a team of natural food lovers who wanted something unique and delicious and yet full of natural goodness. Their belief is that you can still enjoy snacks as long as they are healthier and better for you. We all love to snack at one point or another and if you must snack indulgently, then at least snack on something that’s delicious and good for you too. While I always recommend fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, and snacks that are minimally processed, new and healthier snacks have become quite popular and there are easier choices nowadays. With Rhythm Superfoods, you always get something flavoful, full of nutritious benefits, and made with natural and organic ingredients. If you can’t make your own kale chips and sweet potato chips at home, then your next best thing is kale and sweet potato chips from Rhythm Superfoods.  Currently their lineup of distinctive flavors of Kale Chips are: Zesty Nacho, Kool Ranch, Bombay Curry, Mango Habanero, and Texas BBQ. And their Sweet Potato Chips comes in Sea Salt and Hickory BBQ.

Rhythm Superfoods Kale and Sweet Potato Chips are easy to eat, fun to eat, and good to eat. With those three powerful combinations you won’t be disappointed at their flavor and uniqueness. Rhythm Superfoods had kindly sent me their Kool Ranch Kale Chips and Sweet Potato Chips in Sea Salt to try and review. They are also giving 1 LUCKY reader of Happymomblogger the chance to win 1 bag each of Kool Ranch Kale Chips and Sweet Potato Chips of their very own! So how do you win this delicious prize? Read below to find out!

Here’s how to enter in the Rhythm Superfoods giveaway:

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You can enter by telling me the 5 entries in the LEAVE A COMMENT box. Please be sure to give me your name and email address so that I may contact you if you win. Contest is open to residents of US only. 18 years and older please. Please be sure to provide a physical address and not a P.O. Box. Only 1 contestant per household please. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of prize. Any violation of the rules will deem your entry as disqualified. Happymomblogger is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged prizes but will do the best to ensure your prize gets there. In the event the winner can not be reached within 3 days of email sent then another winner will be chosen. You can only win 1 prize per giveaway period. No purchase necessary to enter. Void where prohibed by law.

Contest Start Date: March 23, 2012

Contest End Date: April 6, 2012 – Congratulations to Mari M. for winning the prize!

Only 1 winner will be chosen at random and I will post the winner’s name on my blog.

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