Blue Green Algae Is In Shakeology

One of the ingredients in Shakeology is blue green algae. This power packed nutrient can help to increase energy, improve memory, increase mental clarity, improve digestion, control cravings, heighten immune function, help relieve fatigue, PMS, anxiety and depression. It’s even recently been called a cure for ADD!

So what is blue green algae?

Blue-green algae, also known as Spirulina, grows in water as a form of bacteria.

History of blue green algae.

Supplements hit the market in 1979, claiming to help with weight loss and low energy.

Benefits

Worldwide research claims Spirulina may boost immunity, prevent cancer, heart disease, aid weight loss, improve memory, detox the body and fight malnutrition.

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Today’s scientists are only beginning to grasp the incredible nutritional value of blue-green algae and spirulina, but these superfoods have a reputation that reaches far back into history. A form of blue-green algae was consumed regularly hundreds of years ago by Aztecs, while spirulina was a favorite among native peoples in the Sahara desert region of Africa. Today blue-green algae and spirulina are some of the top superfoods, providing extraordinary nutrition in a time when most food sources are of poor nutritional quality.

Blue-green algae and spirulina, which is a specific form of blue-green algae, are found in nature growing in the still, alkaline waters of lakes and ponds. They are natural foods that have existed since life began. Their nutritional content is broad and highly concentrated:

- Blue-green algae and spirulina are rich in vitamins A, C, E and the B-complex vitamins, including vitamins B12 and B6. Since these vitamins are packaged in their natural form, they are in a highly usable state that makes them far superior to modern vitamin supplements. (It should be noted that some experts don’t consider the vitamin B12 in spirulina to be bioavailable, while others disagree.)

- These foods are rich in natural minerals like calcium, magnesium and iron. They are also an excellent source of trace minerals that are commonly lacking in today’s diet.

- Many of these vitamins and minerals exhibit antioxidant properties which aid in the elimination of toxins and free-radicals, helping the body fight disease and stay healthy. These elements also fight cancer – in fact, preliminary studies point to spirulina as a natural anti-cancer agent.

- Spirulina and blue-green algae are highly effective for heavy metal detox, as multiple studies have shown.

- Phycocyanin gives spirulina its unique blue-green color and perhaps its anti-cancer properties. This specialized blue pigment is only found in blue-green algae.

- Blue-green algae and spirulina are rich in protein, including the essential amino acids. By comparison, spirulina produces twenty times more protein per acre versus soybeans. Considering the rapidly declining reputation of soy, spirulina could be considered a worthy replacement.

- Spirulina is rich in gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid which aids in the health of the joints and heart. It is also helpful for specific issues like weight loss and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

- Blue-green algae can help balance the flora in the gut, which aids digestion and fights candida overgrowth.

- Spirulina is known for its ability to temper the appetite and stabilize blood sugar levels. It may also help with food cravings.

- Studies have exhibited spirulina’s amazing ability to reduce inflammation in the body. This can be important in preventing and treating a variety of conditions.

In spite of their nutritional punch, blue-green algae and spirulina do not pack a lot of calories. This makes it effortless to incorporate these superfoods into your diet regardless of your nutritional needs and preferences. It is important to find a quality source of blue-green algae or spirulina. Poor quality supplements may contain heavy metal contaminants and other toxins. Be sure to examine the source of your blue-green algae and spirulina carefully before buying.

$3.96...A Coffee And A Water Costs More Than Shakeology

I didn’t have time to drink my Shakeology this morning, I had some things to do early and was running a little late. I ate a bowl of cereal, and then stopped at 7 Eleven and picked up a cup of coffee and a bottle of water. The 2 items totaled $3.96! Normally I could skip the bowl of cereal and coffee and just have my Shakeology, and fill up a water jug at home.

At times I’ll think Shakeology is kind of expensive, but when I see how easy it is to spend $4.00, which is more expensive than a daily serving of Shakeology, it changes my opinion on the price of Shakeology. With my Beachbody Coach‘s 25% discount, I figure the total cost of 1 serving of Shakeology for me is $3.27, which is pretty good considering all the health benefits I am getting from it. Click here to see the pricing breakdown of the Beachbody Coach’s discount.

So while Shakeology may seem expensive, think about that bagel you buy every morning, or the $2.75 fancy latte you buy at Starbucks. $3.27 is cheaper than any breakfast value meal at McDonalds, so you’re not only saving money, but you’ll also feel more energized. In my opinion, Shakeology is a bargain.

"Shakeology has really changed my life in more ways than one"

Patricia, 48, from Staples Minnesota has been seeing great results from drinking Shakeology once a day, this is what Patricia had to say about Shakeology.

“Shakeology has really changed my life in more ways than one. I didn’t have a lot of weight to lose—just about 10 pounds. I had been exercising on a regular basis but was still having trouble losing those last few pounds. So I started to drink a glass of Shakeology once a day. I noticed within the first week that my energy level had soared! I couldn’t believe how much better I felt. I was also sleeping better at night and didn’t need that second cup of coffee later in the morning to get me through the day. Getting up at 4:30 every morning to work out was easier too. I attribute that to getting a better night’s sleep, as this has been a chronic problem with me for a long time.

Since having my third child in my 30s, I was never able to really lose the stomach. I worked out consistently but still struggled with losing the extra weight I had put on since my last pregnancy 15 years ago. I thought because of my age (I am now 48) that this is the way it was going to be for good. By doing my workouts with Beachbody and drinking Shakeology, I can finally see the abs I’ve worked so hard for! I don’t have the terrible bloating I used to have, either!

Another thing I have had a problem with is my cholesterol levels being higher than they should be. I was not way overweight, but blood tests don’t lie, and I was 235 on my cholesterol levels. Since drinking Shakeology I am now at 197. Quite a significant difference!

I’m a very busy person who has a family and holds down a full-time job, while being the support system for my customers. I know from day to day, hard as I try, I don’t meet the nutritional requirements that my body needs. Shakeology ensures that I get what I need. My body is now proof of it!

I want to thank you, Beachbody, for coming up with something that’s helped me in reaching my health and fitness goals!”

Awesome work Patricia, it is great to see that you’ve had such great results with Shakeology, and at 48, you look great! Keep up the great work and keep pushing play!

What do LeBron James, Lenny Kravitz, Jessica Simpson, Mike Tyson, John Stamos, Matt Damon, Zac Efron, Jay Leno, Hugh Hefner, and Shakeology all have in common?

Give Up?…

They have all made an appearance on HBO’s hit show Entourage. Check out the screen shot from the show below. While Turtle, Drama, and Vinnie drink Tequila for breakfast, you can see a bag of greenberry Shakeology in the background and a Shakeology shaker cup next to Vinnie.

Shakeology On Entourage (click to enlarge)

Maybe Turtle’s next new business venture will be as a Beachbody Coach.

As a Beachbody Coach myself, it is pretty cool to see Beachbody and Shakeology showing up in the media everywhere. It seems like just about everyday I am hearing or reading something new about P90x or one of Beachbody’s other products. Beachbody is still fairly new company and it is great to be involved as a Beachbody Coach and see the growth happening right before my eyes.

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I would consider myself to be a skeptical person. I normally don’t fall for all the hype and marketing ploys that companies uses to market their products. I’m more of a “prove it” and “believe it when I see it” type of guy. This is why I was pleased to see the Glycemic Index Score that was recently given to Shakeology.

Shakeology was tested by Glycemic Index Laboratories and given the amazing score of 24, which is in fact a better score than most fruits, some vegetables and virtually every processed food ever made. It’s even lower on the GI (Glycemic Index) than an apple!

Glycemic Index is a way to measure how carbohydrates react in your blood. When you eat carbs, your blood sugar level rises anywhere from a little to a lot. The GI uses a scale of 1 to 100, with higher numbers given to foods that cause the most rapid rise in blood sugar. These foods give a quick energy boost, often followed by a crash as your blood sugar drops rapidly, leaving you feeling sluggish, tired and even irritated.

The body needs carbs for fuel, but you need to feed it the right kind of carbs – ideally, foods found with a low rating on the Glycemic Index. Included on this list are whole grains, nuts, fruits, vegetables and, now confirmed… Shakeology.

Foods with a GI score of 55 or less are considered low on the Glycemic Index.

The question arises all the time about the sugar content in Shakeology – especially the fructose. Don’t confuse this with high-fructose corn syrup, which is a sugar substitute used in many processed foods and soft drinks. Fructose is a natural sugar found in fruits and some vegetables and is very low on the GI. We source natural non-GMO fructose to give Shakeology its great taste and also make its nutrition more bio-available (don’t be impressed, I learned that word from my wife).

Did I mention that Shakeology low GI score means it’s also okay for diabetics? Well, it is! We hear from customers all the time who use Shakeology as part of their balanced diet to help maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

There are a lot of impressive numbers associated with this Shakeology. 140 (the number of calories per serving). 70 (the number of healthy ingredients). And now 24!

Shakeology eliminates cravings and hunger, it really does. I drink it everyday, not as a meal replacement but as   a midday snack. I’ve found that it has helped curb my sweet tooth and I find myself now craving Shakeology.

Shakeology’s facebook fan page recently posted this question to all of their facebook fans:

“What junk food did you stop craving since drinking Shakeology?”

This is what they had to say, the following are real comments from real people taken from Shakeology’s facebook fan page:

Shakeology has eliminated the craving for…

• Reese’s Peanut Butter cups!
• Dr. Pepper actually and all sweets
• almost everything chocolate
• Whopper with cheese!
• all of it now that I think about it….
• coldstone ice cream
• Coffee!!
• most chocolate and soda
• DONUT STICKS! I don’t crave sugary sweets anymore, but especially not donut sticks! YAY!
• diet Coke and Wheat Thins are no longer my go to sncak and I no longer get “turned on” by hamburger commercials. Shakeology has rocked my world and changed my body in so many ways, I am even wearing the t-shirt today!
• ice cream, really ice cream is not longer making me fat!! YAY
• Not really a junk food- but Shakeology has replaced my daily coffee every morning. MUCH healthier for me!
• most all my evil cravings!
• chips and sweets
• With the chocolate shakeology I don’t crave anything sweet, but the greenberry I crave chocolate! I don’t think I can get greenberry anymore! lol
• my body actually craves shakeology now…
• I crave Shakeology also. It has crossed my mind that it must have something that makes it addictive…LOL!
• Honey buns and sweet potato pies! My chocolate recipe tastes like a banana split to me.
• Coffee! Used to my my vice. I feel healthier and happier in the AM with Shakeology!
• Brownies!
• Lunch. I’m rarely very hungry at lunchtime anymore.
• shakeology stops my “junk food” sweet cravings..
• French fries, soda, McDonald’s, Taco Bell. It gives me super (will) powers. I swear it LOL
• Ice cream, chocolate, crap people from work bring in that everyone munches on, coffee, fast food junk…I just know I have an awesome treat once a day that makes my taste buds sooooo satisfied! I have to blend it with ice though or it’s just doesn’t feel like the treat it is.
• All junkfood! It is so true.
• I was a cookie monster before Shakeology! Now I am a Shakeology monster!
• Coffee with lots of creamer!!!
• Doritto’s…..Yikes!!!
• Cake, candy, cookies, brownies, vending machine stuff when there was nothing around to eat. About 2 weeks after I started drinking it, I was surprised to notice the sweets had lost their power. Miracle!!!
• Forgot to mention Vanilla and Raspberry Zingers!

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Carl Daikeler has 3 great reasons on why he drinks Shakeology. The reasons are his wife, son, and daughter. Carl has found that the best way for him to get all the nutrients he needs to be healthy is by drinking Shakeology. Those are some pretty good reasons.

With Shakeology, not only do you get a wide range of essential nutrients, from the fruits and vegetables you should be eating more of every day, you’ll also get the benefits of important foods from all around the world—foods that the latest scientific research has shown to be highly advantageous to your well-being. Over 70 different ingredients were chosen from around the globe for their potency and bioavailability (the ability to deliver the nutrients your body needs).

In general, doctors don’t lie. As a society we trust doctors to provide us, the uninformed public, with information that is accurate. We also take doctor’s recommendations and suggestions when it comes to health, nutrition, dieting, supplements, and pretty much everything health related. They’ve gone to college for 10 years and know there stuff, so why not take their suggestions when it comes to things related to their specific fields?

The below video is powerful because it is 25 doctors explaining why Shakeology is good for our health. These doctors were not paid or compensated for their opinions on Shakeology either, this is what they truly believe.

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Currently Shakeology comes in 2 flavors, chocolate and greenberry. I have had both and I prefer chocolate although I know some people who say that they love greenberry, I guess it all depends on taste buds. Beachbody has talked about releasing a new flavor soon, I was hoping for strawberry Shakeology as a new flavor but it doesn’t look like that is going to happen anytime soon. Beachbody has announced that they have been working on a vanilla Shakeology flavor but are having trouble getting it the way they want it. In the video below, CEO of Beachody, Carl Daikeler talks about the problems they are running into creating a vanilla flavored Shakeology without adding unnatural flavorings and other harmful and unhealthy ingredients.

Shakeology 3 Day Cleanse

I like to call the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse a “performance cleanse.” This is because it was designed to be done with a workout program. Let’s take a look at how this differs from other cleanses, how to tailor it to your needs, and what to expect if you or your customers decide to try it.

Instructions for the Shakeology 3 Day Cleanse:

• 3 Shakeology Shakes Per Day
• 2 cups of green tea per day
• 1-2 pieces of fruit per day (optional but discouraged)
• 1 salad for dinner, can include fish or poultry
• No dairy or extra sugars, this includes almond and soy milk
• Drink 2-4 liters of water a day
• Only use low fat dressings, and go easy on the salt and pepper
• 2 snacks before/after any of the major meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• For maximum results do not use additives

First of all, it’s not a true cleanse. It’s a calorie-restricted and nutrient-dense diet plan. Traditional cleanses contain very few calories and nutrients. Compared to the much more popular Master Cleanse, it’s like an all-you-can-eat buffet. Traditional cleansing diets are done to rid your system of toxins and bring it into homeostasis. They also contain a spiritual aspect. This process can take a long time, which is why you may have seen coworkers walking around the office in a zombie-like state for weeks on end—swilling a strange concoction of lemons and maple syrup.

The Shakeology cleanse is nothing like that. Depending on how you decide to do it, you’ll be eating frequently and consuming between 800 and 1,200 calories per day, and it could be even more should you feel the need. The point of this cleanse is not calorie restriction, per se—it’s nutrient efficiency. The aim is to get the most nutrients possible into the fewest number of calories. The goal is to put all of these calories to use as a part of your exercise program, to rid your body of undigested foods and toxins, and to bring your hydration levels into homeostasis. The result you’re after is not weight loss—though it will likely occur—but for your body to be running more efficiently. This should make you feel lighter and more energetic, even though you’re doing an exercise program.

How It Works
Your eating structure doesn’t change. You still eat every few hours while you’re awake. Each meal should have a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and fiber. And while you’re not eating as much food as you’d normally eat, your calorie-to-nutrient ratio is extremely high. This means that you shouldn’t restrict the actual nutrients you’re getting by too much, so activity can continue as normal.

We recommend you try to keep your shakes to just Shakeology. Adding fruits of any kind, or seeds (for fat and fiber), or the Shakeology Fiber supplement, can and should be done as you see fit.

Ditto for your one solid meal—a salad. As we all know from any salad bar, the definition of salad can be varied. The goal of the salad in the plan is to keep your calories coming from natural sources (no artificial ingredients should be added, including artificial salad dressing). Aside from that, you can add ingredients as necessary. Keep your meat intake to four ounces or less, but add veggies, seeds, nuts, fruits, and legumes in quantities to satiate you.

The goal of the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is to optimize your performance. You want to eat enough to fuel your day AND your workout. The foods you’re eating are so high in fiber and nutrients that it’s virtually impossible to overeat. You’ll be consuming so much fiber, along with enzymes and digestive aids, that your body’s ability to flush excess foods quickly will be at its peak.

What to Drink
Water, of course, is recommended in quantity. This is vital to any cleanse, because one of your goals is to bring your hydration into homeostasis. When your electrolytes are out of balance—the main problem we have is salt—you often retain water outside of your cells. This situation, which we refer to as retaining water, is cured by drinking more water. As the excess salts are diffused, your body begins to hydrate your cells (using sodium as it should be used) and flush the water held outside the cells. So, oddly enough, you drink water to eliminate water retention.

Sodas, alcohols, juices, etc., should be eliminated entirely during a cleanse. Coffee and tea, which are diuretics, should be minimized at the very least and eliminated if possible. Again, performance is the key, so if you need a cup of Joe as a pick-me-up, go ahead. Just use only as needed, and don’t use additives. Eliminating sugar and chemicals is vital. However, do not use energy drinks or soda for this purpose, including the ones with artificial sweeteners. Coffee drinkers may find that switching to black tea during a cleanse will give you the energy you’re looking for with less upset. Coffee’s acidic nature can heighten the effects in a negative way during your cleanse.

Why You Won’t Lose Weight
I should say why you might not lose weight, but I wanted to get your attention. Most people will lose some weight during a cleanse, but that is not the goal. Those with a lot of undigested gunk in their systems will lose weight as it’s flushed out. Those of you who are properly hydrated and already eat well are less likely to lose. For those of you who need to lose weight, take heart: you are setting up your system to use nutrients more efficiently and improving your ability to lose weight through structured diet and exercise. So while you may not lose much on the cleanse, you’ll be more prepared to lose weight later.

Another reason why we don’t always lose weight on cleanses is due to a stress hormone called cortisol. Restricting calories is stressful to the body, and it reacts by releasing cortisol. Cortisol is performance-enhancing in the short term, but if you somehow keep your body stressed for long periods, it creates havoc in your system and can cause you to doggedly hang onto weight in a type of survival mode. We don’t want this to occur, which is one reason the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is short. It’s important not to remain in a highly calorie-deficient state for long periods of time, especially when you are trying to exercise hard.

Daily Regimen:

• 1 cup of green tea to start the day

Breakfast

• 1 scoop of Shakeology mixed with ice and 8-10 oz. of water (140 calories)
• 1/2 cup of fruit (60-90 calories, optional)

Snack 1

• 1 piece of fruit (apple, pear, orange, banana, etc, 85 calories)

Lunch

• 1 scoop of Shakeology mixed with ice and 8-10 oz. of water (140 calories)
• 1 cup of green tea

Snack 2 (before or after dinner)

• 1 scoop of Shakeology mixed with ice and 8-10 oz. of water (140 calories)

Dinner

• Salad with grilled white fish or poultry (approx 340 calories)
• No more than 2 tablespoons of dressing