Ingredient Insights: Spirulina
Spirulina is a single-celled, freshwater-growing, blue-green algae that gets its name from is spiraling helical shape. Its blue-green color comes from chlorophyll (green) and phycocyanin (blue). Representing the beginning of the food chain, this little organism is a nutritional powerhouse. Historically, it has been the primary protein source for many ancient civilizations, most notably the Aztec of Mexico City and those near Lake Chad in Africa. Benefits 65-71% protein (vegan) which is the highest of any food on earth Rich in...
Zenberry Vegan Protein Pancake Recipe
"...but where do you get your protein?" A vegetarian since 2003/2004, I've heard this question more times than anything else. Especially since I've been a competitive endurance athlete that entire time. I can tell you that my athletic performance only improved once I became a vegetarian and I think that was due to the lower inflammation and the fact that it was much easier to maintain my optimal weight for racing. Zenberry Vanilla Chia Subscription : 20% off and Free Shipping! As you...
How to Use Zenberry for Quick Workout Recovery
How to Use Zenberry for Recovery The most important time to consume calories after your hard workout or race is the 30 minute window immediately after you finish. The body is primed to take up glycogen (the stored energy in your muscles) at this time so don't miss it or you won't recovery quite as well. What else is important? Studies show that some simple sugars (one of the few times pure sugar is good), a little bit of protein and...
Keep Young Smoothie Bowl Recipe
We love smoothie bowls! We love drinking smoothies but make a thick, eat-with-a-spoon smoothie bowl is just so satisfying and filling. Especially if you add some extra ingredients to chew while you're at it. Get all of the benefits of our Zenberry smoothies while enjoying it in a different way. It's really like eating dessert for breakfast but without the guilt or negative health effects. Keeping young takes more than just diet but it's best to start there. Eating right can...
Zenberry Energy Smoothie Recipe
Would you eat more vegetables if they tasted like chocolate? We would! This energy smoothie uses Zenberry Greens which is packed with leafy greens like kale and spinach but it doesn't taste like lawn clippings or medicine. We hate that. In addition to the leafy greens it has grasses like wheat and barley grass, sea vegetables (one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet), algae like spirulina and chlorella, probiotics and enzymes for your gut health, and a sane...
