Product reviews
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Protein yoghurts
Protein yoghurts are the food industry’s response to the demand on higher protein in an already protein-containing food. What is yoghurt At its simplest, yoghurt is a fermented dairy product made by adding specific bacterial cultures to milk. While there are non-dairy yoghurt alternatives, we will be talking about dairy yoghurt in this article. Why yoghurt? I recommend regular yoghurt consumption to most of my clients. This is because yoghurt is a source of protein, calcium and probiotics. Adequate protein intake is fundamental for every aspect of life. Moreover, individuals who are highly active, who are looking to improve body composition or who need to mitigate muscle and/or bone mass…
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Product review: John West ready to eat salmon fillets
John West ready to eat salmon fillets are convenient to-go protein alternatives to canned salmon. They come in 4 flavours and can be found in supermarkets. John West ready to eat salmon fillets These products are available in the canned fish aisle of supermarkets. They come in cardboard boxes containing a plastic pouch with the salmon inside. The pouch has indentations for easy tear. The torn pouch can be placed in a container (otherwise it’ll leak) and microwaved for 30 seconds, but you can also enjoy the product cold, depending on what you are eating it with. John West ready to eat salmon fillets currently come in 4 flavours: Lemon…
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Product review: Qetoe low carb pasta
If you like pasta, noodles and rice but want to lower your carbohydrate intake, Qetoe low carb pasta might be the answer for you. Qetoe low carb pasta Qetoe is an Australian owned company that has entered the market of low carb pasta/noodle products and rice. The products are made in China. These products use either konjac powder/flour or soybean flour to make them low carb. Except for the noodles, they are gluten-free. The pasta alternatives are also higher in protein and fibre than regular pasta. Qetoe products can be purchased online or in selected stockists. Ingredients Nutrition information The tables below show the nutrient content per suggested serving and…
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Product review: Bondi Heat chilli oils
Bondi heat chilli oils are the perfect condiment for those who like a little (or a lot of) spice in their life. They are more versatile than what you may think. Bondi Heat chilli oils You may know Asian-style chilli oils which are delicious but sadly usually produced using poor quality oils and added sugar at the very least. They may also contain additives such as colours for that menacing bright red look. Bondi Heat, on the other hand, uses cold pressed extra virgin olive oil with no sugar or additives. The current line has 3 flavours: Carolina Reaper (hot), Peri Peri (medium) and Chipotle (mild) and comes in hip…
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Product review: Naked Life non-alcoholic cocktails
Naked Life non-alcoholic cocktails are a good ready-to-drink alternative for when you choose to stay sober. Besides zero alcohol, they are also sugar-free. Naked Life non-alcoholic cocktails These alcohol-free drinks are manufactured by the Victorian company Naked Life, which also produces other lines of beverages. The non-alcoholic cocktails come in four-packs of cans, each containing 250mL. I have bought them at Woolworths and have seen them available at Dan Murphy’s and a few online retailers in both cans and bottles. I suspect the company is planning to expand their list of stockists, given the popularity of alcohol-free beverages. The cocktails come in a wide variety of flavours inspired by the…
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Product review: Slendier pasta sauce
Slendier pasta sauce is the perfect complement for their bean pasta. Find why this is currently the only pasta sauce I’ll buy in a jar. Slendier pasta sauce The Slendier range of pasta sauce is organic, low in energy and low in carbohydrates. All of the flavours are dairy-free and vegan. In addition, most are gluten-free. The sauces come in glass jars containing 340g, suggested to be enough for 4 servings. The current available flavours are: Basil & Tomato Eggplant & Zucchini Artichoke Red Capsicum Capers & Olives Lentil and Mushroom Vegan Bolognaise Tomato, Vegetable & Chilli Slendier pasta sauce is available in the health food section of supermarkets (check…
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Product review: Slendier bean pasta
Slendier bean pasta is a new gluten-free, high protein, high fibre, lower carb pasta alternative available in the health food aisle of supermarkets. Slendier bean pasta You have probably heard about Slendier thanks to their konjac pasta and rice and ready to eat meals which have been on supermarket shelfs for a while. While those products are low-calorie and low-carb, the bean pasta range is more akin to San Remo pulse pasta and Barilla legume pasta. Slendier bean pasta products are made with just 2 ingredients: organic bean flour and water. As such, they are vegan, gluten-free and higher in fibre and protein than regular pasta. The pasta comes in…
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Product review: Formulite
Formulite is a new brand of meal replacement products designed for low energy (LED) and very low energy (VLED) diets. How does it compare to other brands in the market? Formulite Formulite meal replacement products include both shakes and lupin-based soups. You can use the products within the following programs based on your goals: Weight loss Rapid weight loss Pre-bariatric surgery If you have ever worked with me, you know I normally don’t recommend LED or VLED diets to patients with overweight or obesity concerns. However, Formulite is different. Their meal replacement products are high in protein, low in carbs and sugar, contain prebiotics and probiotics, do not have any…
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Product review: YoPRO Perform yoghurt
YoPRO Perform yoghurt is a great high protein, low fat, no added sugar post-workout snack for active individuals. With 20 grams of protein per serve, it is possibly the highest protein per serve option in the market. YoPRO Perform As their name imply, YoPRO Perform yoghurt is specifically formulated as a post-workout snack. The Perform range also includes nut protein bars, not included in this review. Like the original YoPRO line of yoghurt, all Perform products are high in protein (20 grams per serve), low in fat and have no added sugars. In addition, YoPRO Perform yoghurts have branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and probiotics. These yoghurts are currently available at…
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Product review: Carman’s Goodness range
Carman’s Goodness range includes new products from the Australian manufacturer of foods targeted to the health-conscious consumer. They currently include crackers and breakfast flakes. Carman’s Goodness range Carman’s goodness range includes crackers and breakfast cereal flakes. Goodness Crackers These oven-baked square-shaped crackers are vegan, gluten-free and GMO-free. They contain seeds but are nut free. The crackers currently come in 3 flavours: Original Sea Salt, Roasted Garlic & Herb, and Caramelised Onion. Each box contains 2 bags with 3 serves each. Goodness & Grains Flakes These breakfast flakes are made with whole grains, quinoa and psyllium. They are vegan and GMO-free, but not gluten-free. Thanks to their high dietary fibre, they…
