Energy Blendies
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
MENTAL CLARITY
FIBRE
ANTIOXIDANT POWER
ENERGY BOOSTING
IMMUNE BOOSTING
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Energy
Protein
Gluten
Fat total
saturated
Carbohydrate
sugars
Dietary fibre
Sodium
PER 25g
363 kJ
5.3g
No Gluten
2.2g
0.7g
12.0g
8.7g
2.3g
34mg
PER 100g
1450 kJ
21.0g
No Gluten
8.9g
2.8g
48.1g
34.6g
9.1g
135mg
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Add your favourite fruit/veg and a cup of liquid
Choose your favourite Blendies superfood ball
Blend and enjoy a nutritious and delicious smoothie in no time!
Energy Blendies
CLASSIC AUSSIE BREKKIE
PER SERVING
Energy (Kj/calories)
Protein
Fibre
Sodium
2 PIECES OF WHOLEMEAL TOAST WITH MARGARINE AND VEGEMITE
956.8 Kj
8g
4.9g
511.830mg
A SMOOTHIE WITH 1 PROTEIN BLENDIE, 1 BANANA, 1 CUP SPINACH AND 1 CUP OF MILK
1594.8 Kj
17g
5.5g
119.235mg
PROTEIN & ENERGY
Energy needs throughout the day are very specific to the individual, and vary depending on your activity level, life-stage and various other factors. Based on the general Australian recommended energy intake of 8700 Kj per day - an average breakfast could typically range from 1500 Kj to 2600 Kj or more!While the aim of the game for most is to consume less energy, the vegemite on toast could be a good breakfast choice, however the smoothie will give you more “bang for your buck” nutritionally.
As you can see, a piece of toast with vegemite is much lower in protein. As discussed earlier, protein helps to keep us feeling fuller for longer. With double the amount of
protein, a smoothie would be a great choice for on the go. Feeling fuller throughout the morning means that we may not snack as much on high energy foods, or overeat at lunch time.
Smoothies can also be a great alternative mid-morning or afternoon snack to help curb the hunger cravings and irritability often associated with a drop in blood sugar levels. In comparison, a banana muffin contains approximately 2535 Kj and is low in fibre, protein and other nutrients while also being much higher in energy.
FIBRE
Fibre in quantities of more than 3g per serve is a good choice, so both breakfasts are winners in terms of fibre. However, the smoothie will provide your body with unprocessedcarbohydrates - dietary fibre, vitamins and minerals from fruits and vegetables, which Australian’s are definitely not eating enough of.
SALT/SODIUM
Recently it has become apparent that our population’s intake of salt/sodium is very high, with Australians consuming an average of 10g salt per day. Recommendations state we should only be consuming 1.15–2.3g of salt per day.High salt intake has been associated with high blood pressure, leading to cardiovascular disease - a major cause of death in Australia. Salt, or sodium is naturally found in most of the foods we eat, however it is found in higher quantities in processed foods where it is used as a preservative and to improve taste. It is also important to note our low intake of fruits and vegetables, which contain potassium and nitric oxide which have been shown to
help reduce blood pressure. While many factors play a role, it is certainly a good idea to reduce our salt intake by reducing the intake of processed foods and increasing our fruit and vegetable intake.
The smoothie above contains significantly less sodium compared to the toast with vegemite making it a great choice in reducing your overall salt consumption. The smoothie also contains fruit and vegetables to help blunt the effects of salt on blood pressure.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does it taste like?
In our Energy Blendie we have lots of yummy superfoods including Turmeric and Ginger so it tends to have more of a tropical taste. The best foods with the Energy Blendie would be banana, mango or pineapple- fresh or frozen!
How many calories is it?
Approximately 86 calories per serve.
Can I have Blendies if I am breastfeeding or pregnant?
We have lots of mummies and soon to be mummies who use Blendies however, it is always best to double check with your doctor or obstetrician.
When do Blendies expire?
Blendies have a shelf life of 6 months. It is best to keep them in a cool, dry space in your kitchen or cupboard.
Do I need a blender?
Yes you do! In order to receive the most smoothest and refreshing blends, it is always best to crumble your Blendie ball into a blender.