By now, I’m sure you’ve heard of quinoa: the popular super food packed with protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. It’s the perfect pre/post workout snack that offers a boost of nutrients for lasting energy, and satisfies hunger with no post-snack slump. Problem is– it’s not exactly travel friendly. Thankfully, the folks over at NUWI created a drinkable “smoothie,” if you will, by blending certified organic quinoa with organic fruits and vegetables, organic low-glycemic agave nectar and Himalayan pink salt for a healthy pick-me-up! It contains no refined sugars, dairy or soy, is non-GMO as well as gluten-free and vegan.
“Today’s health conscious consumer is well educated about food and health, they know what quinoa is and appreciate its nutritional profile,” explains Gabriel Poblet Maristany, Co-Founder of NUWI. “This drinkable Quinoa Snack is something they haven’t seen before but they are embracing it as a staple in their healthy diets. As everyone is busier than ever before the snack category is growing significantly. NUWI is the ideal-snack because it’s quick, it’s convenient, it’s super healthy and it fits today’s on-the-go lifestyle”.
I couldn’t have come across this stuff at a better time. My trainer recently kicked my butt into gear- giving me strenuous circuit workouts that combine cardio and heavy strength training. Unfortunately, about 30 minutes in- I’ve been struggling with light-headedness, dizziness, and sometimes even nausea. My trainer discussed the fact that I had to eat a proper pre-workout snack to give me a boost of energy. I, on the other hand, discussed the fact that I feel even worse working out on a full stomach.
NUWI Quinoa Snacks are the perfect solution- providing all the necessary benefits I need to get through my gymflow without a heavy, bloated feeling. They’re available in several flavors, which include apple, strawberry, blueberry and my favorite: banana. NUWI Quinoa Snacks are available in Whole Foods Market, Gristedes, Fairway and 220 independent stores in the New York metro area for $2.99 per drink. You can find more information on the product on their website, www.nuwi.us.
