Meal Replacements Ditch and Switch - Jan 2022

January's Ditch & Switch

Meal Replacement for

Pure Protein Complete & Balance Complete

As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products and create healthy habits for ourselves and families! 

Join us this month as we pursue healthy habits and switch out our meal replacements for a cleaner option - Pure Protein Complete.

Why we Love It

• An excellent source of protein (25 grams)
• Formulated with a variety of amino acids to support muscle mass
• Provides protein metabolism support
• Supports ATP production, the energy currency of the body
• Helps build lean muscle
• rBGH-Free Whey and soy-Free
• Available in Chocolate and Vanilla Spice flavors
• Versatile enough for smoothies, baking and more!

The formula also includes a unique enzyme blend, so when paired with these amino acids, this protein supplement helps support overall protein utilization in the body. And this is of utmost importance when we are focusing on fitness routines and muscle building.

• Add 2 scoops to 8 oz of cold water, rice milk, almond milk, or other milk. Then shake well or stir until smooth.
• Try one of our favorite recipes below.

• NingXia wolfberry fruit powder -  one of the highest known antioxidant nutrients that is wonderful for strengthening the immune system and promoting overall wellness, combating carcinogens.
• Rice bran - rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidant; an excellent source of manganese, selenium and magnesium.
• Barley grass powder - rich in minerals and antioxidants.
• Cinnamon powder - super nutrient with amazing support for the immune system; antioxidant and is great for weight support
• Calcium, Zinc, Chromium, Vitamin B, C, A, E and Biotin - all needed for our bodies to function properly and stay healthy.

• Add two scoops to 8-10 ounces of cold water or milk of your choice. Shake, stir or blend until smooth. For added flavor, add fruit or essential oils or substitute Balance Complete in the smoothie recipes below.
• For daily health maintenance, replace your leas nutritious meal with Balance Complete.
• During Young Living's five-day nutritive cleanse, replace your three daily meals with Balance Complete and follow the recommended schedule.

• 1/3 frozen banana or 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower (to decrease carb count)
• A large handful of organic spinich
• 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Chocolate Deluxe
• Milk of choice
• 1 drop Peppermint Vitality Essential Oil
• Ice to taste
• Blend and go!

• 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Chocolate Deluxe
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1 scoop organic coconut peanut butter
• Ice to taste
• Blend and enjoy!

• 6 oz milk of choice, warmed
• 2 oz strong coffee, brewed (or more as desired)
• 1/2 to 1 scoop Chocolate Pure Protein Complete*
• 1 drop Peppermint Vitality essential oil
• Honey or maple syrup to taste
  • Add ingredients to a large mouth mason jar and blend with an immersion blender until frothy. The protein powder makes a deliciously creamy texture.
  • To make hot cocoa, simply substitute water or extra milk for the coffee. 
  • Not a fan of mint chocolate? Substitute cinnamon bark vitality essential oil or simply omit the oil.
  • *I use a whole scoop for breakfast or trying to get some solid nutrients into my kids (healthy hot cocoa for the win!) Try with 1/2 scoop and add more as desired.

• 1/2 of a 15 oz can of pumpkin puree
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1.75 cups Pamela's Baking Mix (substitute 1.75 cups gluten-free all purpose flour + 1 tsp baking soda + 3/4 tsp salt instead)
• 2 tbsp Pure Protein Complete in Vanilla Spice
• 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality or 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality or 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  Step 1 - Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  Step 2 - In a mixer, cream together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water, and sugar until well blended.
  Step 3 - In aspirate bowl, whisk together baking mix, protein powder, cinnamon, and spices.
  Step 4 - Stir the ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared muffin tin.
  Step 5 - Bake for 30-35 minutes in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

• 2 frozen bananas
• 1 scoop Chocolate Pure Protein Complete
• Splash of milk of choice
  Add ingredients to a blender or food processor until it reaches ice cream consistency and enjoy. Top with unsweetened coconut flakes, pecans or fruit if desired.

• 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete Vanilla Spice
• 1/3 frozen banana
• Milk of choice
• 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
• 1 drop Cardamom Vitality essential oil
• Nutmeg Vitality essential oil (swirl a toothpick in the bottle, then into the blended smoothie)
• Ice to taste
  Add ingredients to a blender (except Nutmeg) and blend well. Top with unsweetened shredded coconut or ground cinnamon.

• 1/3 gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
• 1 scoop Pure Protein Complete Vanilla Spice
• Just under 1/3 cup milk of choice
• 1 tbsp cocoa nibs
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
  Stir together and let sit overnight. Top with fruit of choice and enjoy.

• 1 cup almond flour
• 4 scoops Vanilla Spice Pure Protein Complete
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp almond milk
• 3 mashed bananas
  Add all dry ingredients together and wet ingredients together then mix. Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees.

• 2 cups quick cooking oats
• 2 tbsp ground flax seed
• 3 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Vanilla Spice
• 1 cup peanut butter (you can sub any nut butter)
• 1/4 cup raw honey
• 2 tbsp milk of choice
• 1/4-1/2 cup Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips
  Step 1 - In a large bowl, mix your oats, flaxseed and protein powders together using a fork. Add your peanut butter and hone. Mix to incorporate.
  Step 2 - Add the almond milk. You may need to adjust the amount of almond milk, as you will need your 'dough' to be moldable but not too moist.
  Step 3 - Lastly, add your chocolate chips and mix until evenly distributed. Shape into the size balls you want and place on parchment paper.
  Step 4 - Leave to set 10-15 minutes. Store in a container in the fridge.

• 1/2 cup Vanilla Spice Pure Protein Complete
• 1/2 tsp gluten free baking powder
• 2 large eggs
• scant 1/4 cup unsweetened milk of choice
• 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
• Pinch of salt
  Mix all ingredients together and cook on a griddle or on the stovetop.

Join us this month as we ditch low quality protein powders and meal replacements for Pure Protein (Vanilla Spice and Chocolate) and Balance Complete, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.