protein

Blogs – by Lauren Fitzpatrick

No-Bake Pumpkin Protein Bites

As the crisp autumn air starts to settle in, there's nothing better than indulging in seasonal flavors that not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also support your Health. These No-Bake Pumpkin Protein Bites are perfect combination of cozy pumpkin spice and a nutritious snack that you can enjoy guilt-free. Plus, they packed with approx. 5 grams of protein per bite! Why You'll Love This Recipe With only 6 ingredients, they come together in no time and require zero baking. Whether you're looking for a quick on-the-go snack, a post-workout boost, or even a sweet night time treat, these bites are your new fall go-to. High Protein, Low Hassle: Thanks to the Truvani Pumpkin Spice Protein Powder, each bite delivers a protein punch while staying true to clean, minimal ingredients. No artificial junk—just pure, plant-based protein. Wholesome Ingredients: We’re all about keeping things simple and nutritious. With almond flour, honey, almond butter, canned pumpkin, and the star ingredient—Truvani’s protein powder—you’ll feel good about every bite. No Baking Required: Don’t have time to preheat the oven? No worries. These bites are ready to roll in minutes. Mix the ingredients, shape them into bite-sized balls, and you’ve got a delicious snack that’s ready to enjoy. Perfect for Any Occasion: These bites are versatile! Pack them for a midday pick-me-up at work, fuel your body before or after a workout, or savor them as a sweet yet healthy dessert. The pumpkin spice flavor makes them a cozy, seasonal treat that’s perfect for fall. Ingredients Breakdown: 1/2 cup almond flour 1/4 cup honey 1/3 cup almond butter 1/4 cup canned pumpkin 1 scoop Truvani Pumpkin Spice Protein Powder 1 chocolate chip for each pumpkin bite How to Make Them: Makes approx. 10 Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until well combined. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. With a tooth pick gently press into the sides  Pop them in the fridge to set for about 30 minutes. Enjoy!!  Looking for more Fall-inspired recipes? Check out our Pumpkin Spice Protein Muffins!  & Don't forget to light Grow's Autumn Heriloom Candle to really set the vibe.

Blogs – by Iliriana Zeneli

HOW TO SHOP FOR PROTEIN POWDERS

Navigating the protein market when there are thousands of ads for brands daily and fitness influencers saying their protein is the BEST one, makes it that much harder to know what is really good for you.  I mad this post for my instagram to get people to make the most informed decisions they can and also know when they are being scammed.  I do want to say, good protein almost always comes with a higher price. If you are being sold a protein for $19.99 at Costco we really need to ask ourselves is this quality, because for that same amount you can buy chicken/meat and get in a real source of protein.  Protein powder is a luxury and the way fitness influencers act like its a necessity is just a way to get you to use their coupon code and make them more money. Real protein will always be more important than not.  How to spot a good protein, it DOES NOT CONTAIN: Artificial Dyes: dyes like RED40, BLUE1, BLUE2, YELLOW5, YELLOW6 and so forth. Many of these dyes have been linked to hyperactivity in children, skin rashes, respiratory reactions like asthma, and tumors. Gums: some gums aren't bad like Gum Arabic which can be a helpful prebiotic but most people who suffer with gut problems or are on a gut healing journey it would actually help to stay away from gums as much as possible. Xanthan Gum, Gellan Gum, Tara Gum, Guar Gum and Cellulose Gum are some to look out for in your protein powders. They are there to thicken these shakes and don't add any nutritional value. HFCS: or high fructose corn syrup has been linked to a wide array of health conditions especially obesity. Most fitness influencers I come across think they don't eat a lot of sugar but sadly they're not looking at their protein powders where things like this are hiding. ALWAYS AVOID. Synthetic Vitamins: If there are vitamins added to the "other ingredients" you know that it has been added synthetically. Although it's great to get in your vitamins, these ones are bioavailable meaning our bodies can't utilize them therefore they are worthless. They can lead to nutrient deficiencies because people think they are getting their required about of (x) vitamin when they simply aren't. Synthetic Sugar: these are the worst culprits and are usually the reason why people may not see the results they want to see because of the hidden sugars in their daily shakes. Aspartame, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium to name a few. If it says "0 sugar" on the front or is super low in calories we know that something has been added to make it sweeter. I approve of monk fruit or stevia leaf extract, as long as its from a natural source.  Natural Flavors: these flavors can literally mean anything. There is no regulation and the FDA protects the brand from having to reveal what it is made from, go ahead and ask any brand, 99.9% will NOT tell you. This mystery ingredient is a recipe for disaster. The only time I let flavoring slide is when its "organic x ingredient" - this is just telling me its going by organic regulations and I know where its coming from they just used a little bit of science to enhance the flavor which for ME I personally don't mind since I don't want my protein to taste like dirt either  Pesticides: well how do I know there are pesticides? well, there are always going to be pesticides in anything since that's how things need to be grown. What I personally avoid is non organic protein since it is sprayed with literally any harmful pesticide they have and especially if there are GMO crops used in the protein then we know it has been sprayed with cancer causing RoundUp. Always aim for organic and go the extra mile to ask for the COA, you can email any company it is public information and you can see the heavy metal content of the powders you are looking into buying. I hope this rundown helped and please take your time when buying supplements, I promise you protein powder should not be 1. cheap and 2. a rush job. If you aren't going to get the real thing you should be getting something as close to the real thing as you possible can.