You guys want to see my breakfast?
I start out my day with a full serving of VEGA:
Features & Benefits
Formulated by Brendan Brazier, vegan, professional Ironman triathlete and best-selling author on performance nutrition, Vega is made exclusively from natural plant-based whole foods.
A synergistic collection of Brendan’s favorite plant-based superfoods, Vega is not only a complete meal replacement, but also an ideal daily health-optimizing supplement.
High in fiber, protein and essential fatty acids, Vega is naturally filling and satisfying, helping to reduce appetite and cravings. Each serving of Vega supplies:
25g of Broad Spectrum Protein
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40% of calories from protein, with all essential amino acids in ideal balance
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Alkaline forming, 35% raw protein with enzymes intact
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Protein sourced from hemp, yellow pea, brown rice, flax and chlorella
7g of Essential Fatty Acids -
30% of calories from naturally occurring fats from whole foods
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EFA’s mostly in the form of hard to get Omega 3’s and zero trans fats
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EFA’s sourced from whole flax seed (not flax meal), hemp and chlorella
16g of Quality Carbohydrates -
30% of calories from naturally occurring complex carbohydrates; no maltodextrin
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Naturally low glycemic index and no sugars or sugar derivatives added
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Carbohydrates sourced from hemp, flax, brown rice and maca
9g of Fabulous Fiber -
Contains both soluble and insoluble fiber
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Helps balance blood sugar, reduce insulin, improve elimination
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Fiber sourced from hemp, flax, fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) and chlorella
2.5g of ChlorEssence (High CGF Chlorella) -
Rich in protein, chlorophyll and nucleic acids DNA & RNA
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Cleanse, nourish, rejevenate cells and activate, support immune system
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Special cell wall fiber binds to and removes heavy metals and other toxins from the body
2.5g of MacaSure (Organic Gelatinized Maca) -
Rich in alkaloids, glucosinolates, minerals and sterols
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Increase energy, reduce stress, balance hormones, improve libido
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Gelatinization enhances potency and ease of digestion/absorption
Mixed Berry Complex (ORAC 800 blend) -
Great source of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals
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Helps defend against free radical damage
Probiotics (Dairy-free) -
Beneficial form of bacteria
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Helps maintains healthy intestinal flora
Digestive Enzymes -
Facilitates breakdown of food to improve absorption
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Helps reduce nutritional stress digestion places on the body
24 Vitamins & Minerals -
All essential minerals present in easily absorbable form (HVP Chelate)
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All essential vitamins present in natural form
With just 240 calories and 7g of net carbs per serving (natural flavor), Vega is an excellent choice for those on a calorie-reduced diet. High in fiber, protein and essential fats, Vega is naturally filling and satisfying, helping to suppress appetite and cravings.
Easily digested, alkaline and great-tasting, Vega is clean and green, containing no animal products, corn, dairy, egg, fillers, gluten, soy, sugar, wheat or yeast. Absolutely no artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sweeteners and GMO and pesticide-free.
Vega is available in wholesome and delicious Natural, Berry and Chocolate flavors, in three sizes: individual 20g Snack Packs, small bottles containing 7-8 servings and large bottles containing 15-17 servings. One serving of Vega is a complete meal, exceeding all meal replacement requirements, but people with smaller appetites may find half a serving sufficiently satiating.
Each serving of Vega contains a full dose of MacaSure and ChlorEssence!
VEGA Chocolate Flavour
Hemp protein, yellow pea protein, natural chocolate flavour, milled whole flax seed, brown rice protein, fructo-oligosaccharides, ChlorEssence (high CGF chlorella), MacaSure (gelatinized maca), potassium phosphate, xanthan gum, calcium phosphate, digestive enzyme blend (amylase, lipase, protease I, protease II), magnesium HVP chelate, stevia leaf, ORAC 800+ mixed berry complex (wild blueberry, blueberry, black raspberry, luo han gao fruit extract, cranberry juice extract, grapefruit juice extract, marion berry, boysenberry, blackberry, grape extract), sodium chloride, probiotic blend (L.acidophilus, B.bifidum), iron HVP chelate, zinc HVP chelate, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), molybdenum HVP chelate, manganese HVP chelate, vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin E (d-alpha tocopheryl acetate), copper HVP chelate, potassium iodide, biotin, vitamin A (palmitate), selenium HVP chelate, calcium D-pantothenate, vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), chromium HVP chelate, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride), folic acid, vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin).
Then I eat 2 very large slices of organic kamut rye bread.
Some other things from the following list:
Goji Berry: For nearly 2,000 years, this fire-red berry has been a staple in Tibetan medicine. Goji’s diverse nutrient profile includes antioxidants and phytonutrients, linoleic acid, polysaccharides, 18 amino acids, vitamins A, E , C and B, and 21 trace minerals!
Mangosteen: The Mangosteen’s rind and white inner fruit are rich in some of the most powerful antioxidants ever discovered. Among them are Xanthones–highly bioactive polyphenols that have been shown to possess remarkable antioxidant properties.
Acai**:** Acai berries are high in anthocyanins, a powerful class of flavonoids with well established free radical fighting abilities. One serving can contain as much as 33 times the antioxidant content as a glass of red wine!
Pomegranate: Ancient Egyptians called it the “Fruit of Immortality.” Today, we know it as one of the most effective antioxidants known. Pomegranate has been shown in numerous studies to support healthy cardiovascular and optimal cellular function.
Noni: With a nutrient profile that includes anthraquinones, organic acids, polysaccharides, vitamins and minerals, the fruit from Morinda citribolia has been consumed throughout the ages to boost stamina and promote good health.
Wheatgrass: Wheatgrass is seventy- percent chlorophyll. Chlorophyll’s high enzyme content give it the label “live food” that helps neutralize toxins in the body, purify the liver, improve blood sugar problems, and improves digestion. In short, you can never have enough Wheatgrass to improve your health.
Chlorella: Chlorella is one-celled green algae that reproduces at a rapid rate. Chlorella contains 55 to 67 percent protein, one to four percent chlorophyll, nine to eighteen percent dietary fiber and large amounts of minerals and vitamins. The protein of Chlorella contains all of the essential amino acids required for the nutrition of animals and humans.
Chlorella’s health benefits are far-reaching, from helping lowering blood pressure to helping prevent atherosclerosis and helping decrease tumor activity. Chlorella’s benefit to the skin comes in its ability to detoxify the body, not allowing the skin to use any impurities in the body as new skin cells are produced. Chlorella’s fibrous material has been proven to actually bind with heavy metals and pesticides like PCBs that can accumulate in our bodies.
Spirulina: Spirulina is a single-celled fresh water algae and an incredible source of nutrients. It provides massive amounts of Beta-Carotene, Vitamin B-12, Iron and Chlorophyll. Spirulina also provides RNA, DNA and important GLA fatty acids.
Garlic: Studies by competent multi-degreed scientists have shown beyond any reasonable doubt that consuming garlic lowers blood pressure, lowers LDL Cholesterol, reduce atherosclerotic buildup, regulates blood sugar, prevents blood clots from forming, prevents cancer, reduces the size of certain tumors, removes heavy metals such as lead and mercury, is a potent natural antibiotic, has anti-fungal and anti-viral properties, dramatically reduces yeast infections, has anti-oxidant properties and is a source of selenium and has many other benefits. (Here is a video about garlic if you want to know more : Kyolic Interview / Health Ranger Report - Google Video)
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**Maca :**Maca’s reputation as a powerful strength and stamina enhancer as well as libido-enhancing food-herb stretches back into prehistory. Maca, like goji berries and ginseng, is a powerful adaptogen, which means it has the ability to balance and stabilize the body’s systems (cardiovascular system, nervous system, musculature, lymphatic system, etc.). As an adaptogen, maca can provide more energy if it is needed, but if it is not, it will not overstimulate. Adaptogens also boost immunity and increase the body’s overall vitality by 10-15% according to most studies. Rather than addressing a specific symptom, adaptogens are used to improve the overall adaptability of the whole body to diverse and challenging situations and stress.
During the height of the Incan Empire, legend has it that Incan warriors would consume maca before entering into battle. This would make them fiercely strong. But after conquering a city the Incan soldiers were prohibited from using maca, to protect the women from excessive sexual impulses.
I also eat Organic baked beans.
And finally, the only animal product: organic, plain, pro biotic enriched, full fat yogurt, unpasteurized.
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