Fortified Nutrition sent along a sample of their various products for the purpose of review. Today we will consider their Perfect Blocks, meal replacement.
Let us begin with considering this “meal replacement” its macronutrients per (1 scoop/23 g) serving break down to:
Fat: 3 g
Carbs: 9 g
Protein: 7 g
At 90 calories
Now, how on Earth do these miniscule amounts amount to a “meal replacement”?
Ah, well, that is just the point: it is up to you. If you want one serving, have at it if you want a fully fledged actual meal replacement then consume as many servings as will amount to your desired caloric and macronutrient (fat, carb, protein) intake.
For example, one serving is perfect for mixing into your coffee or into your milk for cereal, make it an ingredient in your next batch of homemade protein/energy bars, etc.
Let us take a closer look at the macronutrients and more:
In every serving you're getting:
7 grams of High Biological Value Protein
9 grams of Low-Glycemic, Complex Carbohydrates
3 grams of Heart-Healthy Monounsaturated Fat and MCT's
Essential Vitamins, Minerals, Prebiotics, Probiotics, Fiber, and Digestive Enzymes
Only Clean and Natural Dietary Nutrients
NO Sugar, Artificial Flavor or PreservativesForged with a Scientifically Derived Formula of All-Natural Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats Providing the Foundation for Elite Athletes and Health Enthusiasts. Every Serving Contains:
✓ High Biological Value Protein from Whey and Soy, Providing Substantial Amounts of Essential Amino Acids (EAA’s) and the All Important Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAA’s)
✓ Low-Glycemic, Complex Carbohydrates for Slow Burning Sustainable Energy
✓ Heart-Healthy Blend of Monounsaturated Fat and Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT’s) Promoting an Increase of Fat Oxidation
✓ Essential Vitamins, Minerals, Prebiotics & Probiotics, Soluble & Insoluble Fiber, and Digestive Enzymes to Maximize our Perfect Blend of Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats
✓ Only Clean and Natural Dietary Nutrients. NO Sugar, Artificial Flavors or Preservatives
✓ Shown to Help Control Insulin, Increase the Metabolism, Boost the Immune System, Promote Excess Calorie Burning and Reduce Cholesterol
So back to you choosing your intake indeed, Fortified Nutrition recommends to “Use as a meal or snack replacement.” In that regard, you may use less liquid for a thinker consistency, etc. Here is a taste of the ingredients (get it? “taste”):
Oat Flour
Milk Protein Fractions (Whey Protein Concentrate, and Calcium Caseinate)
Certified Non GMO Soy Protein
Oil Blend that Contains One or More of the Following: (Olive Oil, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Sunflower Oil, Soy Lecithin)
Purified Cellulose
Inulin
Natural Vanilla Flavor
Calcium Silicate
Guar Gum
Stevia
Barley Beta Glucan Flour
Xanthan Gum
Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Special Digestive Enzyme Blend Consisting of: (Amylase, Protease, Cellulase, Lactase, Lipase).
Of course, the first thing you will note upon opening the jar is a wonderfully earthy, rustic aroma of oats.
It also contains the aforementioned essential vitamin and mineral blend:
Tricalcium Phosphate
Magnesium Oxide
Dipotassium Phosphate
Potassium Citrate
Ascorbic Acid (C)
Biotin
d-Alpha Tocopheryl
Succinate (E)
Vitamin A Palmitate
Niacinamide (B3)
Ferrous Fumarate (Iron)
Potassium Iodide
Zinc Oxide
d-Calcium Pantothenate
Phytonadione (K1)
Manganese Sulfate
Chromium Aspartate
Cholecalciferol (D3)
Copper Sulfate
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (B6)
Riboflavin (B2)
Thiamin Hydrochloride (B1)
Cyanocobalamin (B12)
Folic Acid
Sodium Molybdate
Sodium Selenite
In short, this is a delicious, nutritious product that makes it easy for your to be satiated, healthy and personalize your caloric and macronutrient intake.
Due to their ease of use—easily packed into a gym bag, hiking backpack, etc. in powdered form of already mixed—Fortified Nutrition’s Perfect Blocks make for a great addition to a fitness / sports nutrition lifestyle.
To learn more and to order, see:
Particular Home of Perfect Blocks
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