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Showing posts with label Banana. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Banana. Show all posts

Saturday, January 5, 2013

YoCrunch Low-fat Yogurt (Strawberry Banana) Review

YoCrunch Strawberry Banana Low-fat Yogurt

YoCrunch's trademark is the little container on top with some crunchies that you can add to the yogurt. Traditionally it was granola, but now there are containers with Oreos, M&Ms & even Butterfinger crumbles! But, I wanted to try a traditional variety this time, so I picked up a 6 ounce container of YoCrunch Strawberry Banana Low-fat Yogurt to try out.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 container (170 grams)
Calories: 180
Total Fat: 2 grams, 3%
Saturated Fat: 1 gram, 5%
Sodium: 90 mg, 4%
Carbohydrates: 37 grams
Fiber: 1 gram, 4%
Sugars: 26 grams
Protein: 6 grams

The taste is so sweet, with a little hint of tartness, but nothing in the way of banana. There were a FEW bits of berries scattered throughout the yogurt, reppin' the strawberries, but the overall flavor was a generic SWEET yogurt. In fact, this reminded me a lot of Yoplait Original 99% Fat Free Cherry Orchard Yogurt (Review) - both are very sweet, so don't let the "low fat yogurt" spiel fool you.

Each 6 ounce container of YoCrunch Strawberry Banana Low-fat Yogurt provides 180 calories from 2 grams of fat, 1 gram of which is saturated (3% and 5% of the daily value), 1 gram of fiber (4% of the DV), 6 grams of protein and 26 grams of sugars.

The ingredients list (which can be seen at the product website) is surprisingly not very lengthy, but for those concerned, it does contain high fructose corn syrup, no artificial sugars or colors.

Although the YoCrunch Greek Non-Fat Yogurt (Peach) Review doesn't taste as good, I would prefer to have it - with almost twice the amount of protein, 1 gram more fiber and 7 grams less fat plus 6 grams less sugars - all at 10 calories less.

{Website: YoCrunch}


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Friday, October 28, 2011

YoCrunch Low-fat Yogurt (Strawberry Banana) Review

YoCrunch Strawberry Banana Low-fat Yogurt

YoCrunch's trademark is the little container on top with some crunchies that you can add to the yogurt. Traditionally it was granola, but now there are containers with Oreos, M&Ms & even Butterfinger crumbles! But, I wanted to try a traditional variety this time, so I picked up a 6 ounce container of YoCrunch Strawberry Banana Low-fat Yogurt to try out.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 container (170 grams)
Calories: 180
Total Fat: 2 grams, 3%
Saturated Fat: 1 gram, 5%
Sodium: 90 mg, 4%
Carbohydrates: 37 grams
Fiber: 1 gram, 4%
Sugars: 26 grams
Protein: 6 grams

The taste is so sweet, with a little hint of tartness, but nothing in the way of banana. There were a FEW bits of berries scattered throughout the yogurt, reppin' the strawberries, but the overall flavor was a generic SWEET yogurt. In fact, this reminded me a lot of Yoplait Original 99% Fat Free Cherry Orchard Yogurt (Review) - both are very sweet, so don't let the "low fat yogurt" spiel fool you.

Each 6 ounce container of YoCrunch Strawberry Banana Low-fat Yogurt provides 180 calories from 2 grams of fat, 1 gram of which is saturated (3% and 5% of the daily value), 1 gram of fiber (4% of the DV), 6 grams of protein and 26 grams of sugars.

The ingredients list (which can be seen at the product website) is surprisingly not very lengthy, but for those concerned, it does contain high fructose corn syrup, no artificial sugars or colors.

Although the YoCrunch Greek Non-Fat Yogurt (Peach) Review doesn't taste as good, I would prefer to have it - with almost twice the amount of protein, 1 gram more fiber and 7 grams less fat plus 6 grams less sugars - all at 10 calories less.

{Website: YoCrunch}


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Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Banana ChocoChip VitaTop Review and Giveaway!

I get all excited when Vitalicious comes out with a new flavor. I’ve always been a huge fan of their chocolate VitaTops (Chocolate Mint and Dark Chocolate Pomegranate are my favorites) but recently they’ve been kicking butt in some non-chocolate flavors as well (Apple Crumb and Pumpkin Spice.) Their latest is Banana Choco Chip. My case arrived last week…

Little Guy and I found the package on the front porch when he came home from school. We each immediately tried one. As you can see, Little Guy was so excited he didn’t even bother to take off his book bag…

(He was in a post school mood. Can you tell?)

We both loved them!

I was a little worried, as I’m not the biggest fan of the Banana Nut flavor. But these were tasty, sweet without being too sweet, and I got a small taste of chocolate in each bite which was just perfect with the banana flavor.

They arrived defrosted and I enjoyed them that way, but since then I’ve had a chance to try them toasted.

This morning I took one out of the freezer and popped it in the toaster on the highest setting. It came out perfect! Warmed thru with gooey melted chocolate chips and a slightly crunchy outer shell. Here’s what the inside looked like when I tore it in half…

That was my breakfast in a pinch this morning. After I got Little Guy on the Bus and Little Bean fed, I had a busy morning. Thankfully I have the best co-worker in the world…

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I know I said this about the Pumpkin Spice, but Banana Choco Chip is my new non-chocolate favorite VitaTop! The Pumpkin is good, don’t get me wrong, but give me a banana/chocolate combo and I’ll pick it every time.

Vitalicious has been nice enough to donate one case of the new flavor for a reader to try. Leave a comment telling what your current favorite VitaTop flavor is for a chance to win. I’ll pick the winner next Monday. Sorry, only US residents can enter. :(

Click here to check out the new flavor and don’t forget to use the code RONISWEIGH for 10% all your orders at Vitalicious!!

Full Disclosure: Vitalicious is a Roni’s Weigh Sponsor and they supply products for me to sample. However all opinions expressed in this post are my own.


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Monday, March 14, 2011

Greedy Recipe! Lazy Man’s Banana Bread

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90 Days of Shakeology: Days 42-62 It was a rough 20 days. I got super busy with just about everything – work, home, kids, blogging, ebook writing – I’ve been late for work, running on about 4 hours sleep each night, and NOT slurping my Shakeology consistently. In the time when I need it most, I slacked off and made excuses why I couldn’t take 5 dang minutes every day to make the shake that has personally proven itself to give me the energy I so desperately need. In the last 20 days, I’ve had my Shakeology probably 10 times. So that’s basically every other day instead of consistently EVERY day. What’s wrong with that, you say? Welp, I do feel the difference. It’s had a backwards affect and been serious energy drain. I’ve skipped days of Shakeology here and there before with no lost affects, but to skip days for such an extended period of time does not work for me. I’m glad I know this now. I’m listening to my body and back doing what I need to do, so perhaps this was a necessary lesson. I’ve always looked at Shakeology in terms of what it can do for ME and me only, but it’s benefits were actually helping me to also do what I need to do for my family, while giving me the natural boost I need to do everything that my crazy days demand….. Check out what a Twitter bud of mine says about Shakeology. And if you haven’t watched this video yet: See What Doctors Are Saying About Shakeology, do yourself a favor and watch it.

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Day 62: 166.4 pounds

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Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Fruitables All-Natural Pumpkin & Banana Dog Treats, 7-Ounce Pouch

Fruitables All-Natural Pumpkin & Banana Dog Treats, 7-Ounce PouchCombining Nature's tastiest Fruits and Vegetables to create the world's finest pet foods... they're Fruitables. These Pumpkin Powered Pet Treats provide a truly amazing sensory experience in each fresh pack. Hints of cinnamon, vanilla, and selected fruits accent a warm pumpkin muffin aroma. Great things happen when you treat your pet with Fruitables! love life together.

Price: $10.99


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Monday, January 3, 2011

Fruitables All-Natural Pumpkin & Banana Dog Treats, 7-Ounce Pouch

Fruitables All-Natural Pumpkin & Banana Dog Treats, 7-Ounce PouchCombining Nature's tastiest Fruits and Vegetables to create the world's finest pet foods... they're Fruitables. These Pumpkin Powered Pet Treats provide a truly amazing sensory experience in each fresh pack. Hints of cinnamon, vanilla, and selected fruits accent a warm pumpkin muffin aroma. Great things happen when you treat your pet with Fruitables! love life together.

Price: $10.99


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Friday, December 3, 2010

Chobani 2% All Natural Greek Yogurt (Strawberry Banana)

Chobani 2% All Natural Greek Yogurt (Strawberry Banana)
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I tried Chobani 2% All Natural Pineapple Yogurt and enjoyed it so much that I decided to try another flavor, so I picked up the 2% Strawberry Banana variety.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 6 ounces
Calories: 160
Total Fat: 3 grams, 5%
Saturated Fat: 2 grams, 10%
Sodium: 65 mg, 3%
Carbohydrates: 19 grams
Fiber: 1 gram, 4%
Sugars: 17 grams
Protein: 14 grams

This is a fruit-on-the-bottom yogurt, and it tastes delicious. The 2% yogurt makes all the difference in terms of offering rich, creamy flavor, and the strawberry banana flavor wasn't too sweet. I didn't succeed in stirring mine completely together, but I enjoyed the jelly-like fruit on the bottom. Yum! I was fully satisfied after eating this as a snack, which is saying a lot.

Each 6-ounce container of Chobani 2% All Natural Strawberry Banana Greek Yogurt provides 160 calories, 3 grams of total fat which includes 2 grams of saturated fat (5% and 10% of the daily value), 1 gram of fiber, 17 grams of sugars and 14 grams of protein. There is also 15% of the daily value for calcium.

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The ingredients include cultured pasteurized nonfat milk, cream, evaporated cane juice, strawberries, bananas, natural flavors, locust bean gum, pectin, and fruit and vegetable juice, as well as five live active cultures. This yogurt is also all natural, gluten free and 'vegetarian friendly' as it's made without gelatin.

I paid $1.69 for a container, which is about standard for the different brands of Greek yogurt. The protein content is sky high, but the sugar content is way up there also, but as I mentioned, this was very filling for me. Sometimes I have a little less than a half with breakfast, and then the rest I make into an after-workout protein shake. That way, I'm not consuming as much sugar at once.

{Website: Chobani}


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Sunday, November 28, 2010

Clif Bar Banana Nut Bread Bar

Clif Bar Banana Nut BreadAs I was adding to my stash of nutrition bars, I purchased a few Clif Bars to try out. One variety was the Clif Maple Nut Bar (delicious), and another was the Clif Bar Banana Nut Bread Bar.

Clif describes this as, "what happens when bananas, chocolate chips, and crunchy walnuts get friendly." My description would be a totally delicious nutty, chewy, banana-y delight. Although this doesn't taste exactly like banana bread - it's a little too sweet for that - it is still is a delicious, tasty interpretation.

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 bar (68 grams)
Calories: 240
Total Fat: 6 grams, 9%
Saturated Fat: 1 grams, 5%
Sodium: 120 mg, 5%
Carbohydrates: 42 grams
Fiber: 4 grams, 16%
Sugars: 22 grams
Protein: 9 grams

Each 68 gram Clif Bar Banana Nut Bread Bar provides 240 calories, 6 grams of total fat, 1 gram of which is saturated, 5% of the daily value for sodium (120 mg), 4 grams of fiber (16% of the DV), 22 grams of sugar, and 9 grams of protein, as well as a slew of vitamins and minerals (~10-35% for most).

The ingredients list, although slightly lengthy, is all natural and 70% organic, like all other Clif bars. It starts with organic brown rice syrup - which accounts for the sweet taste and amount of sugar in this bar.

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I picked up a bar for $1.89 at a local health foods store. Is this a spot-on swap for banana nut bread? Not quite. Is it delicious enough to be dessert? Yes! The Clif Maple Nut Bar is just as tasty and has the same number of calories, but there is 1 gram more fiber and protein, as well as 2 grams less sugar, so I would probably buy that variety more often than this one.

But since the calorie count in Clif bars is a tad high, I reserve these bars for days when there is some intense working out going on.

{Website: Clif Bar}


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