Digging Deeper into Shakeology, Part 3 - Antioxidants and Super-Fruits

Two Saturday's, I posted about exploring more into Shakeology.  I wrote about how Shakeology is not just a protein or weight loss shake, but nutrient-dense food which is meant to be part of a lifestyle change. Last week, I shared my research on the Premium Protein and Amino Acids in Shakeology.   

Again, I do want to say, I am not a nutritionist or any type of health expert. I am, however, someone who is passionate about being as healthy as I possibly can be and sharing what I learn with others. (I'll be saying this every week just so there isn't any confusion).

Honestly, we can all scour the internet for information and for these upcoming posts, I will do just that for you. As with anything, you are welcome to do your own research as well. 

This week I want to explore the Antioxidants and Super-Fruits - Cacao the Whole Coffee Fruit, Camu-Camu, Acerola Cherry, Bilberry, Lycium Berry (Goji Berry), Green Tea, Luo Han Guo, Pomegranate, Rose Hips, Vitamins A, C, and E and how they benefit one's health. 

Cacao, the Whole Coffee Fruit:

This guy has amazing anti-oxidants, incredible source of iron, full of magnesium for healthy brain and heart, lots of calcium, and a natural mood elevator. 
https://begoodorganics.com/cacao-5-little-known-benefits-of-this-amazonian-superfood/

There are even more health benefits for the Cacaco fruit in the below article, such as thinning blood to prevent blood clots and increasing energy!
http://dailysuperfoodlove.com/2852/21-fantastic-benefits-of-cacao/

Camu-Camu:

According the Dr. Axe, the Camu-Camu boosts the immunity, improves liver health, helps mood, improves gum and heart health, and helps in slowing done the aging process.
https://draxe.com/camu-camu/


Improving cognitive health and improving vision are some of the health benefits of the Camu-Camu that can be found at the next article.
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/camu-camu.html


Acerola Cherry:

The acerola cherry can help with digestion, cardiovascular health, and boosting cognition among other health benefits. 
https://www.naturalfoodseries.com/11-benefits-acerola/

The Organic Facts website shares additional health benefits of the acerola cherry is improving metabolism and boosting immunity.
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/acerola.html

Bilberry:

Again, from the Organic Facts website, we learn that the bilberry can help with improving vision and help control diabetes, among other health benefits.
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/bilberry.html

WebMD has a long and very interesting list about the health benefits of Bilberry. I found the information regarding the WW2 pilots fascinating. Take a peek!
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-202/bilberry

Lycium Berry (Goji Berry)

Oh, I know this fruit! The Lycium berry is what you get when you order Swedish meatballs at IKEA!

According to HealthLine, the Lycium berry is high in fiber and antioxidants.
https://www.healthline.com/health/goji-berry-facts

WebMD provides positive health benefits of the Lycium Berry but does provide possible risks as this fruit may interact poorly with specific drugs. As always, it is best to discuss with your primary care doctor before making any drastic changes to your diet.
https://www.webmd.com/diet/goji-berries-health-benefits-and-side-effects


Green Tea:

One of the few SuperFood ingredients I recognize!

Improving cognition and burning fat and increasing phyiscal performance are just a few of the many health benefits healthline shares for consuming Green Tea.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-green-tea#section3

WebMD also provides a plethora of information regarding health benefits of consuming Green Tea in your daily diet.
https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/health-benefits-of-green-tea#1


Luo Han Guo:

According to FoodFacts, Luo Han Guo is benefical for assisting with weight loss and cardiovascular health, among other health benefits.
https://foodfacts.mercola.com/luo-han-guo.html

Organic Facts includes allergy relief and diabetes control to their list of health benefits for Luo Han Guo, also known as Monk Fruit.
https://www.organicfacts.net/monk-fruit.html

Pomegranate:

I know this fruit! Alzheimer's prevention and arthritis relief are two of the many health benefits of eating pomegranate according to the Medical News Today website!
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318385.php 

Medical Daily adds in some new health benefits of eating pomegrante such as protecting against dental plaque and curbing hunger!
https://www.medicaldaily.com/pomegranate-health-benefits-fruit-helps-protect-against-plaque-hunger-and-certain-340020


Rose Hips:

WebMD, my go to website for all things medical, shares "Orally, rose hip is also used for stomach disorders including stomach spasms, stomach acid deficiency, preventing stomach irritation and ulcers, and as a "stomach tonic" for intestinal diseases. Rose hip is also used for diarrhea, constipation, gallstones, gallbladder ailments, lower urinary tract and kidney disorders, fluid retention (dropsy or edema), gout, back and leg pain (sciatica), diabetes, high cholesterol, weight loss, high blood pressure, chest ailments, fever, increasing immune function during exhaustion, increasing blood flow in the limbs, increasing urine flow and quenching thirst."  Wow! Where has this been all my life?

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-839/rose-hip

I like Dr. Axe, so here is his website article.
https://draxe.com/rose-hips/

Vitamin A:

Here's that Dr. Axe again with information about teh health benefits of Vitamin A, specifically regarding eye, skin, and bone health.
https://draxe.com/vitamin-a/

By now you probably have figured out I like WebMD as well. Here is their article regarding the health benefits of Vitamin A.
https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/supplement-guide-vitamin-a#1

Vitamin C:

Oh I know this one! Vitamin C helps boost your immunity! Check out WebMd's article for more informaiton!
https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/the-benefits-of-vitamin-c#1

Well, fancy this! I did not know Vitamin C helps with brain health. I will take all the brain health help I can get!
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/vitamin-c-benefits


Vitamin E :
Last one. What have I gotten myself into, digging deeper into Shakeology? Here I am learning about new fruits I have never heard of and learning more about fruits and vitamins I have heard of. Remarkable! Always keep learning, I say.

Vitamin E helps with skin and here we go again, helps with cognitive health! Hot diggity dog!
https://www.naturalfoodseries.com/11-benefits-vitamin-e/

Back to my trusty Dr. Axe who says Vitamin E helps with cholesterol and muscle strength. Well, I'll be!
https://www.naturalfoodseries.com/11-benefits-vitamin-e/


Yet again, The bottom line is that the Antioxidants and Super-Fruits  found in Shakeology assist with providing better overall health to you. You could absolutely go to your local health-food store (it's unlikely the local grocery store would carry all these fruits) and buy each individual fruit. You could incorporate these fruits into your daily diet. Would it be expensive? Oh holy moly, yes! Would it take some time to consume each of these fruits? Uh...ya it would. I have a better idea for you! How about ONE scoop of Shakeology to include ALL of these ingredients PLUS more for $5 (or less if you sign up as a coach!)! Pinch me, it can't be real! But it is! 

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