In order to polish our temple and make it glow from the inside out, certain foods are recommended. Superfoods are essentially foods that are high in nutrients and can especially be beneficial for our health and well-being!

The more I’ve learned about superfoods, the more I found it absolutely essential to include them as ingredients in each and every one of Evive’s smoothies.

– Claudia Poulin, Evive Co-Founder

Without further ado, here are the star superfoods and their main benefits found in our favourite summer smoothies:

Viva’s Superfood Ingredient: Hemp Seeds

Hemp seeds are an incredibly healthy superfood that provides our bodies with so many benefits! They are rich in healthy fats and essential fatty acids and are a complete source of protein which means they’re a good source of energy and helps us feel full for an extended amount of time. They also can reduce the risk of heart disease and help relieve dry skin! It was a no-brainer to include hemp seeds in the Viva smoothie.

Saphir’s Superfood Ingredient: Blue Spirulina

Ever wondered which ingredient gives our Saphir smoothie its gorgeous blue hue? It’s blue spirulina! Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that grows in both salt and freshwater. It may be one of the most nutrient-dense foods on earth, so it’s incredibly healthy! It has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and can even improve our bodies’ muscle strength and endurance! I’m so grateful that our refreshing Saphir is a best-seller and that so many people can benefit from this wonderful superfood.

Samouraï’s Superfood Ingredient: Chia Seeds

Chia seeds have become a popular superfood and it’s no surprise! Did you know that almost all the carbs in them are fibre? That’s amazing! It’s also been noted that the high fibre and protein content in chia seeds may help you lose weight. On top of that, they contain nutrients that are essential for our bone health. All in all, it was a must for me to include chia seeds in the Samouraï’s recipe.

Touk-Touk’s Superfood Ingredient: Turmeric

Our tropical Touk-Touk smoothie contains this ancient Indian superfood that is an important spice and medicinal herb. Turmeric contains curcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This means that it stimulates our bodies’ own antioxidant enzymes and neutralizes free radicals. It’s also so appropriate that this sunshine smoothie’s superfood can boost our brains’ neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine which has incredible benefits against depression!

If it’s the first time you’re discovering Evive’s smoothies, make sure to check out our current summer trial box that includes all 4 smoothies above! Wishing you a healthy and fresh summer full of superfoods!

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“Having such an easy meal so high in protein is one of the biggest benefits for me with the Evive Smoothie products.”

– Kenzie Forbes

It seriously sounded like a dream! Delivery straight to my door, already prepared “smoothie wheels” I could put into my blender without needing to add several extra ingredients, and in 30 seconds, I would have an amazing nutritious, protein-packed meal. I’m also vegan and have been for 6 years. Having such an easy meal so high in protein is one of the biggest benefits for me with the Evive Smoothie products. This way, I’m able to have an Evive Smoothie post-workout and have the proper nutrition to allow my body to recover from tough workouts and feel satisfied for many hours later.

My favourite Evive Smoothie used to be the Viva flavour. Super bright & fruity, perfect to get you going in the morning and also have you feeling your best throughout the day. But lately, it would definitely have to be the newest Cashew Mocha smoothie! Its creamy texture and rich chocolate taste is so good – not to mention it has 18 g of protein!

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My Favourite Full Body Workout

One of my favourite workouts in the gym has to be completing a tough full-body circuit. Here are four of my favourite exercises. Complete them in 3-5 rounds of 20 reps per side/exercise. Please follow the instructions and pictures provided with the exercises.

Box Jump:

Box jumps are one of my favourite exercises to use as either a warm-up on my lower body days at the gym or added into a high-intensity cardio workout. Instructions: Stand in front of the box with feet directly under the hips and hands by your side. Lower yourself into the jumping position by bending at the knees and hips while keeping your head up and back straight. Explosively jump from the crouched position and softly on the centre of the platform absorbing the impact with your legs.

Bent-Over Barbell Rows:

Bent-over rows are an exercise I love adding into my upper body workouts. This exercise mainly targets your back. Instructions: Holding a barbell with a pronated grip (palms facing down), bend your knees slightly and bend at the waist. You want to be as parallel to the floor as you can get while keeping your back straight. Lift the barbell to you, hold at the top, and slowly return to your starting position.

Dumbbell Lateral Raise:

This is my go-to exercise for my shoulders! Instructions: Stand with your arms straight by your side, holding two dumbbells. Lift the dumbbells to your side until your arms are parallel to the floor, keep a slight bend at your elbow. Return slowly to the starting position.

Cable Kickback:

I’m sure you have all seen this glute movement before! Instructions: Using an ankle strap, hook your ankle onto a cable machine. Stand facing the cable machine and hold on for support. Bend at the hips until your back is parallel to the floor. Kick the leg attached to the machine up behind you, leading with your heel. Squeeze at the top of the movement, and slowly lower back to starting position.

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