Benefits of Nutrishake (Natural Mango-Banana Flavour)

Do you want to be so healthy that it shows – in your skin, your energy levels, or with how happy you are?

At Wellness by Oriflame, the brand is committed to guide you through the complex world of healthy eating and dietary supplements, offering a range of high-quality, natural products that are developed by world's leading Swedish scientists and nutritional experts along with in-depth lifestyle advice on how to achieve complete healthy lifestyle.

Me and my husband personally have been consuming Oriflame's wellness products since past one year and also shared my experience on various products I tested. If you missed reading those, check out how we liked strawberry and vanilla nutrishakes, how can we optimize health with Astaxanthin based supplements and how Omega 3 supplements work for body..

For this summer season, when we thought of adding a energising shake to our breakfast, the first thought was to order a flavourful Nutrishake and we picked up Mango Banana flavour this time that fulfills our craving for season's fav mangoes too ;)

Product Brief:

Nutrishake is a high protein and high fibre formula containing proteins from three sources namely Milk, Peas and Soy. 

This is a food supplement, so should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Ideally one serving of diet shake is fine per day accompanied with two normal meals. People who are allergic to milk and soy should avoid consuming it.

Nutrition Information:

How to consume it?

A scoopful of 18g qty should be mixed well in cold water and consumed. People who are wellness freaks can blend nutrishake powder into their smoothies, puree, slushies etc to enhance the goodness of usual healthy recipes.

Nutrishake has optimal nutritional ingredients and natural flavors with minimum calories. It contains healthy soluble and non-soluble fibres from sugar beet for healthy nutritional intake. This enables the body to maximize the intake of essential ingredients and support the body in the best possible way.
Nutrishake helps you stay full for longer, curbs false craving and raises your energy levels. 

The carbohydrates used in the Nutrishake formulation are apple, rosehip and whey (milk). It helps to maintain a stable blood sugar level. The three vegetarian protein sources promote optimal cell functions and high satiety leading to a natural lower intake of calories. This in turn help most people lose weight successfully for short term. Also the duration to expect the weight loss depends on weight and overall health of the person.

Overall, the diet meal shakes like nutrishake have required amount of protein, fiber and essential vitamins and minerals, so they serve as one of best meal-on-the-go. 

All About Omega 3 Supplements

Studies prove that most women have deficiency of Omega 3 and they usually are unaware of it. So the question arises what exactly Omega 3 is, how can you notice its deficiency and how to recover from it. I'm compiling all the information here to help you understand why one should consider Omega 3 intake.

Omega-3 is a type of polyunsaturated fat that is essential for optimal health, so don't confuse it with  saturated or trans fats that lead to clogged arteries. Omega 3 is your high-quality source of the fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid ) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) that are beneficial for your health. These are important for normal metabolism.

There are different forms of ​omega-3 fatty acids – alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). ALA can be obtained from many edible seeds and plant oils while the sources of EPA and DHA include certain types of fish, fish oils, eggs from chickens fed EPA and DHA. 

Sources of Omega 3 include some excellent plant-based foods like flaxseeds, leafy greens, beans, Spinach, kidney beans and soybeans, cauliflower, broccoli and cabbage. For the non-vegetarians, salmon, mackerel and sardines are the best choices that contain the highest levels of DHA and EPA.   

Omega 3 fatty acides cannot be made within our body we should get them from our diet. But if your diet is not enough to meet your needs, then a good-quality fish oil supplement is the next best option. Mostly these supplements come in the form of capsules or soft gels that are easy to swallow.

I've been taking these Oriflame Omega 3 capsules since past 3 weeks now. Because most symptoms that are associated with Omega 3 deficiency could be noticed in me to certain extent like dry patchy skin, dull lifeless hair, peeling nails, joint pain, poor quality sleep, irritable mood, poor concentration, affected eye signt and fatigue. I didn't want the problem to worsen so started this food supplement because this deficieny could lead to varying functioning of my body over time. 

It's key ingredients include natural fish oil that contains the fatty acids EPA and DHA in natural triglyceride form. Other Ingredients include Fish Gelatin and Glazing agent Glycerol. It's free from heavy metals and other toxins.

It comes in small plastic jar container. I carry it wherever I go as the packaging is quite light weight. Each jar contains 60 capsules that makes it a one month supply becuase the reccomended dosage is 2 capsule a day with your main meal.
Per Capsule:
75 mg EPA
50 mg DHA

Price : 1599 per jar of 60 capsules.

Taking a daily supplement of Omega 3 promotes smooth and healthy skin. It offers cardiovascular, brain, eye and nervous system benefits, too. It improves heart health and cholesterol levels, improves skin moisture and elasticity and reduces UV damage and wrinkles. It also improves endurance and strength, decreased inflammation and soreness of muscles.
I am able to notice improvement in energy and mood related issues in my body. I don't keep awake for long during night time which is contributing directly on my mood swings too. I'm determined to continue the intake of Omega 3 to avail optimum benefits for a strong immune system.

Lastly, talking about the side effects of  taking omega-3 supplements which generally include a fishy taste in your mouth, fishy breath, upset stomach with loose stools and nausea. To my good luck, I faced none of the issue at all- no bad breath, no foul taste and nothing else (probably the experience may vary person to person).
One should take caution not to consume Omega 3 supplements above the prescribe dosage else it may lead to nose bleeding.
This post is written keeping in mind general good physical condition of a person. For any disorders, a consultion with the doctor is advised.
Have you ever considered taking Omega 3 supplements? If yes, how has been your experience?

Delicious Nutrishakes - An Ideal Vegetarian Diet

While you are eager to fuel yourself with a hearty breakfast, the clock ticking fast doesn't let you prepare and eat your first meal of the day on busy mornings. I too am one of this lot who wish to and plan to have a great start of a day, but practically can't execute the plan :(
My husband is one step ahead of me. I don't remember when he started missing his breakfast, but it had become a routine for him for past few months. And I could barely do anything about it because I'm the one who leave home before him every morning. I know many people don't feel hungry in the morning, but being a regular breakfast-skipper had real bad effect on his health. An otherwise energetic person started feeling low and had his own excuses of avoiding meals. I genuinely felt miserable when I would come home finding the food in the cassarole untouched.
For anybody and everybody who has same story like mine, Nutrishakes must be added to your diet plan for sure. Let's understand why?

What is Nutrishake?
Nutrishake is scientifically developed delicious and healthy vegetarian shake containing a blend of proteins, low GI (Glycemic Index), carbohydrates, and fibre to fit into our modern lifestyle system.

How to Consume it?

These are nutritional powder mixes that need to be blended in water and consumed immediately (as recommended on the pack). But depending on your taste preferences or energy needs, you can experiment with recipes or can mix it with other cold fluids like milk, soy milk, almond milk, oat milk, juice, yoghurt etc. that will result in an increase in energy content (calories) and glycemic index.

Ideally, the shakes are meant for mixing and drinking immediately; but in case of emergency when you find it impossible to mix-n-drink, carry a pre-mixed serving in a bottle and store it in refrigerator. Since the shake starts separating after a few minutes, make sure you shake it before consumption.

Flavours Available:
Oriflame in it's Wellness segment is offering three flavours of Nutrishakes currently that are Vanilla, Strawberry and Mango-Banana. I have tasted and tested Vanilla and Strawberry ones.

Packaging:
Nutrishakes come in a colour-coordinated cardboard box which holds a packet containing the product. The details regarding nutritional value, ingredients, dosage, pricing etc is printed on the outer box. The green dot on the box indicate a vegetarian product.

What goes into it?
Nutrishakes contain natural whole food ingredients like peas, soy, whey protein (from milk), apple, rosehip and fibres from sugar beet which create an optimal balance between proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
The carbohydrates in the Nutrishake come from apple and rosehip which provide a slow absorption and hence a controlled blood sugar response. Rosehips and apple are also naturally rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C which is an important antioxidant.

Composition:
Pea Protein (31%), Sweet Whey Powder, Apple Powder, Soy Protein (13%), Rosehip Powder,Whey Protein (5%), Sugar Beet Fibre, Natural Flavours, Beetroot Juice Powder (in Strawberry variant), Antioxidants(Ascorbic Acid and Alpha-Tocopherol), Sweetener (Sucralose).

What's out?

There are no trans-fats or other unhealthy fatty acids in the formulation. It is free from milk protein and eggs which the common allergens. It is also free from gluten and has minimal amount of lactose.

Who can be benefitted from it?

• Anybody who is on a weight-loss diet can compensate body's nutrient requirement by drinking these shakes without starving themselves. Because they provide optimal nourishment with minimal calories.
• Those who have long, strict working hours where there is no time to eat between main meals; Nutrishake can be their savior to curb hunger and craving for unhealthy snacks. It will make you feel full and satiated. 
• Nutrishake can be taken before and after workout or physical training. But it's more effective to complement it with some carbohydrates when you take it post workout.
  The Nutrishakes contain nearly 1% per ready mixed shake so most of the people who have milk- intolerance can consume it without problem. 
• The Nutrishake has no added sugar and is low GI, so can be taken by diabetics also. But consult your doctor, if you take insulin or oral medication so that your medication dose can be adjusted after monitoring your blood sugar level.

Price: 500 gms packaging costs Rs 2799/- each and provides 28 servings of  18 mg each.

Shelf Life: 18 months (Once opened, the product should be consumed within 3 months and the packet should be stored in a air-tight container.)

It's been more than two weeks now that we're (me and hubby) regular on our nutrishake intake and we're making sure not to skip meals becuase this drink is a meal supplement, not meal replacement. It has shown improved energy levels. I personally am not looking at junk food and relying on a serving of vanilla shake when hunger tortures me at office. To be honest, none of us is drinking this shake to shed some kilos, so our objective to remain charged is being fulfilled without starving ourselves. And I hope most of you would agree that if you're feeling full and satisfied, you can concentrate on your work better.

I'm sure we're on the right track to improve our general health and wellbeing. I'll make sure that we remain consistent in following convenient meal option despite our hectic lifestyle to gain optimal benefit out of Nutrishakes.
Have you tried any of the flavours? Did you feel any difference after a regular consumption? Would love to hear your views...

Optimize Your Health With Astaxanthin Based Food Supplement

Most of us try to consume lots of grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables in our balanced diet everyday so that all these can supply enough nutrients to our body to carry out routine tasks. And this practise seems working fine with our body because majority of people remain fairly healthy during 30-40 years of their life. But as we grow older, our ability to work declines with age and the body lacks energy. Some minor ailments start showing up frequently. Actually we all need extra nutritional boost to fight diseases and increase our life span, and only supplements can fulfil this increased nutritional demand.  

I've made food supplements a part of my daily diet since past few weeks and I'll be sharing the potential benefits of each of those in my upcoming posts. Let's discover how Oriflame Swedish Beauty Complex Plus lets you optimize your health-

Swedish Beauty Complex Plus is one of the most sought after product from Wellness category of Oriflame. It comes in capsules form in a small, light-weight container that is easy to carry in your bag while travelling or to work probably. 

Key ingredients of Swedish Beauty Complex Plus include -

• Astaxanthin is obtained from the islands of Archipelago sea which has an algae called Haematococcus Pluvialis. Astaxanthin is called as the King of all Antioxidants because it is 100 time stronger than Vitamin E, 550 times stronger than Green Tea Catechins and 5000 times stronger than Vitamin C. When a person consumes Astaxanthin, it gets absorbed by the tissues and cells. It's fat soluble property creates a protective shield from outside and inside & effectively fights free radicals that cause pre-mature ageing. 
• Blueberry extract – anthocyanins also a powerful antioxidant are a great way to slow age-related degeneration of brain function and memory. It reduces cholesterol and encourages heart health. Each of the Swedish Beauty Complex Plus capsule contains 3 mg of powerful antioxidant astaxanthin and 50 mg of blueberry extract. 

Other Ingredients

Coconut oil, Sunflower oil, Fish Gelatin, Glazing agent (Glycerol), Astaxanthin (Haematococcuc pluvilais L.), Blueberry extract (Vaccinium myrtillus L.), Emulsifier (Soy lecithin)

Benefits

The unique anti-ageing and performance enhancing effects of Swedish Beauty Complex Plus are - 

1) Reduces the daily oxidative damage that occurs inside your body.

2) Improves skin moisture and elasticity.
3) Reduces damage caused by UV rays and wrinkles.
4) Helps reduce inflammation, minor pains and muscle soreness after physical workout like yoga, dance, hiking or other exercises.
5) Improves immune system, endurance, strength and energy levels.

6) Helps reducing diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, eye strain. 

7) May help diabetics by reducing oxidative stress in their pancreatic cells caused by high blood sugar levels.

Dosage:

Dosage for Astaxanthin depends on your needs, physical activity, age and other factors. One may begin with 4mg per day and may go upto 8mg depending on specifications. I take one capsule of Swedish Beauty Complex Plus a day with meal. These capsules are best taken with your main meal because it will help to reduce potential side effects, if any. Though it's likely to be completey safe to consume Astaxanthin as per researches, but it's advised not to exceed the recommended daily dosage without consulting your doctor. 

Price: 1899/- for 30 servings per container.

I'm all the way positive that making Swedish Beauty Complex Plus a part of my diet will lead me to a better health & wellness.