GF Product Review - thinkThin

Back in January I did a review for PureFit protein bars. While they are excellent I believe I found another post worthy alternative, thinkThin bars. thinkThin High Protein Bars consist of 12 flavors packed with 20 grams of protein. Some of their noted flavors include white chocolate, peanut butter, brownie crunch and chocolate covered strawberry. These bars are some of the tastiest I've ever had. My favorite has to be caramel fudge and peanut butter. It didn't even feel like I was having a protein bar, it was more like a treat. Since trying them I've added them to my weekly grocery list. They're perfect for when your sort on time and don't want to stop at the drive thru. While PureFit protein bars don't melt thinkThin bars do so make sure to keep them in a cool dry place.      

The company also features four more additional lines that include thinkThin Crunch bars, thinkThin Crunch Fruit & Nut Bars and thinkThin Bites. All products are gluten free and the fruit & nut bars are vegan.

What's on my Plate

Today I have on my plate a delicious Soy Sauce (gluten free of course) and Sesame Turkey Burger paired with an Asian style coleslaw consisting of napa cabbage, carrots, red pepper and toasted sesame seeds. To finish my meal fruit makes for the perfect dessert.

Observations

           I have long heard about our food proportions getting out of hand but it wasn't until I ordered a medium drink from a fast food chain that it really hit me. Upon receiving my "medium" drink I thought the cashier had made a mistake. This drink was almost as big as my head but apparently it was no mistake, my medium drink was a medium drink. Puzzled I went home to measure how many ounces it contained. To my surprise it was 30 ounces! That's two and half cans of soda. I was thirsty but not that thirsty. I guess it's a good thing I ordered ice tea?

Happy Forth of July!!!

A very Happy Forth of July to one and all.

Remember our freedoms, remember our liberties and remember to uphold democracy.

Out of Office

Hi Folks,

I'll be out this week but I'll be back soon with some more tips and tricks to share until then have a great time.

Thanks,


Alex G.  

Favorite New Thing - W.S. Chile Lime Rub

     Sometimes the day just seems to get away from you or your running a little short on time that you end up needing a little help in the kitchen. My newest favorite thing is just for that occasion, it's Williams-Sonoma's Chile-Lime Rub. A spice blend consisting of a variety of flavors including lime, peppers, cilantro, cumin and sea salt will conjure up the taste you would expect to find in Mexico and Latin America. It's perfect for a variety of proteins especially chicken and shrimp but feel to experiment with beef and pork. With the summer in full swing this will make a great addition to all your BBQ. Just as a caution the ingredients are gluten free but it's not made in a gluten free facility.   

The Big Idea

Every now and then it's important to remind yourself why it is your eating gluten free. This will help to reinforce the goal you have in mind.