Turkey Lettuce Wraps

These lettuce wraps are the BEST and one of our family FAVES!!!

Ingredients:

1 lb ground turkey

4 cloves minced garlic
1 medium onion, diced
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminos
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp grated ginger
1/2 tsp Sriracha (or more, to taste)
1 8-oz can of whole water chestnuts, drained and diced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste
1 head iceburg lettuce

Add ground turkey into a saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Be sure to crumble the turkey as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Stir in garlic, onion, hoisin sauce, Bragg Liquid Aminos, red wine vinegar, ginger and Sriracha. Stir until onions become translucent, about 2 minutes.

Stir in chestnuts and green onions. Stir until tender, about 2 more minutes.

Season with sea salt and pepper, to taste.

TO SERVE:
Spoon several spoonfuls of the turkey mixture into the center of the lettuce leaf and eat it taco-style!

ENJOY!

PART FIVE: Debunking the Negative Reviews of Shakeology: I'M STILL HUNGRY AFTER I DRINK IT.

Negative Shakeology Review: I'M STILL HUNGRY AFTER I DRINK IT.

Every once in a while, I feel this way too, not gonna lie. I will repeat that...every once in a while. The truth is, some people may require more calories than others in order to feel "full". We all burn calories at a different rate, depending on weight, male or female, time of the day....and dare I say, time of the month ;)

So maybe you've had other meal replacement shakes that give you that  "full" feeling. You may want to compare ingredients. Many of those shakes rely on chemicals to make you feel full, while Shakeology relies on whole-food nutrients to satisfy you.

If you really don't feel full after drinking Shakeology, you may want to add some healthy calories into your shake. There are a TON of RECIPES online too!

Here are a few ideas you may want to try...these add extra protein and calories, and can make your shakes even more delicious!

PART FOUR: Debunking the Negative Reviews of Shakeology: It Makes Me Gassy and Bloated!

Negative Shakeology Review: It Makes Me Gassy and Bloated...

I don't know what your current diet includes, but it it doesn't include fiber, vegetables and fruits, your body will probably go into a momentary state of shock. You probably WILL feel gassy and bloated. DON'T BE ALARMED! This is totally normal and your digestive system  will improve as your body acclimates to the prebiotics, probiotics, and digestive enzymes found in Shakeology. But it may take a while! This nutrient dense, super food packed protein shake contains all the WONDERFUL things your body NEEDS on a daily basis, but if it's not used to it, it can be a bit of a shock to your system.

This does not mean you will be running to the bathroom every minute or have an upset stomach. Shakeology may make you fart alittle more than usual (and yes, everybody farts) but your body will adjust to all the superfoods and healthy nutrients you are now consuming. As you continue to drink Shakeology, the farts will pass away...

Here is a TIP: Beachbody recommends cutting the dose to half until your body gets used to the nutrition in Shakeology. If you're sensitive to dairy, try going to a Vegan flavor over a regular flavor because the whey protein is dairy based. Vegan Shakeology has pea protein, so it may be easier if you have a sensitive tummy...

PART THREE: Debunking the Negative Reviews of Shakeology: I DIDN'T LOSE ANY WEIGHT

Negative Shakeology Review: I DIDN'T LOSE ANY WEIGHT...

This is not something I hear too often, but every once in awhile, someone will utter these words. My first question will always be...drum roll please...what ELSE did you eat?!?!

These are the top 3 things revealed during my fishing expedition for "real and honest" answers...

#1...You didn't drink it every day...
#2...You have only been drinking it for a couple of days
#3...You replaced one meal, but then ate like crap for the other 2 meals

What you cannot do is drink your Shakeology for breakfast, then eat Burger King for lunch and Dominos Pizza for dinner. Just like when you workout, and then go to McDonalds and slam down a Quarter Pounder w/double cheese and super-sized fries. Kind of defeats the purpose, right?!?! Right.

PART TWO: Debunking the Negative Reviews of Shakeology: TOO EXPENSIVE

Negative Shakeology Review: SHAKEOLOGY IS TOO EXPENSIVE!

This is probably one of the most common complaints I hear about Shakeology. And what do I have to say about that? At just a little over $4 a day, I'm pretty sure that's still less than what you pay for your morning Starbucks or your Meal Deal at McDonalds. Maybe you're ordering off the Dollar Menu and only spending $3+tax, but I can guarantee you will NOT be getting the nutrients, vitamins, protein, and superfoods you would get from one serving of Shakeology. It has been created to improve your health, reduce your junk food cravings, help you lose weight, and increase your energy. Another guarantee is that your fast food will DEFINITELY NOT do that.

Shakeology is not just a meal replacement, it is SO MUCH MORE! It is not a chemically produced shake like most on the market. Shakeology is created with only whole food ingredients from all around the world. Take a look at the equivalent in nutrients below (note that shot of wheat grass- that right there saves you at least $3/day!). Would you want to eat all those veggies, fruits and yogurt in one seating? Ummmm....no, definitely not me...I'd rather drink it in a super delicious shake thank you very much!

PART ONE: Debunking the Negative Reviews of Shakeology: TASTES HORRIBLE

Negative Shakeology Review: SHAKEOLOGY TASTES HORRIBLE!

Ok...so total honesty here...I didn't care that much for Shakeology in the beginning either. I ordered Vanilla and I'll just say...not all flavors are for everyone. And I don't like it shaken with water and ice. I'm a blender girl... I blend with ice, water and almond milk...and most times with either frozen strawberries or half of a frozen banana. YUM! I may not have been a fan the first few days, but I've learned what flavors I like and how to make them...and now I can't imagine going a day without one! Actually, some days I have two!

There are 6 flavors to choose from:
*CHOCOLATE
*STRAWBERRY
*VANILLA
*GREENBERRY
*VEGAN CHOCOLATE
*TROPICAL STRAWBERRY (vegan)

Chances are there will be AT LEAST one flavor you will like. Not to mention that there are a bazillion recipes for Shakeology floating around! You can even purchase a sampler pack if you'd like to try them all before diving into a whole bag at first! (A direct link to order a 6-pack Sampler pack will be at the bottom of this post)

Here's the thing...Shakeology is all natural, and has no preservatives or artificial flavors. It is a "nutrient" packed, "super-food" filled health shake. IT IS NOT A MCDONALD'S MILKSHAKE OR A DAIRY QUEEN BLIZZARD! 

Why I Drink Shakeology EVERY DAY!

Why Shakeology?!?!? Because its AWESOME! That’s WHY!

Fruits. Veggies. Antioxidants. Probiotics. All natural. No caffeine. No artificial flavors or sweeteners. Shot of wheat grass. Vegan flavors. 70+ other all natural sources of FUEL designed for YOUR body.

I was a total skeptic when I first heard about Shakeology. For those who know me well, know I am a super picky eater. I often compare my eating habits to that of a 5 year old. (seriously though, this is true and I blame my mom for not making me eat stuff I didn't like when I was a child - LOL) I was already drinking a a protein shake, as well as taking a bazillion supplements to go along with it. After hearing and "seeing" the results from other Shakeology drinkers, I decided to do my own research. I watched a bazillion videos, read pros and cons, and asked a ton of questions. After I compared both the ingredients AND cost, I decided to make the switch. I cannot even tell you how happy I am that I did it. It has absolutely changed my life and I have come to LOVE this amazing, superfood packed, nutrient dense shake and look forward to drinking it EVERY SINGLE DAY!

Shakeology is SO MUCH MORE than just a protein shake! YES Shakeology has some AMAZING protein (15+ grams) in it to help your body build muscle, reduce cravings and even support mental clarity! But it also has SO much more to offer than just protein.