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Pre-Post Workout Proteins

With a knowledge on Phytic acid, I was on the lookout for a protein powder which is prepared in the correct way. Why I think that is important.  The nutritional profile of a product maybe great, but it does not make sense if the body is unable to absorb all the nutrients.  If we eat grains, seeds, nuts improperly, it will damage our gut in the long run resulting in IBS, UC, Crohns, Alzhiemers, etc.  If we are going to chow down so much of protein at once, we at least need to know what we are eating is right.  I was searching for a complete plant based protein powder without grains, seeds, nuts and it was in vain. Did not find one. It would have been perfect. I understand though. Almost all protein powders had a grain or a seed. Single Source Protein Powders Since we are mostly eating clean and avoiding all processed food, the most simple protein powders made sense to me: Brown Rice Protein  Hemp Seed Protein Brown Rice is complicated with it...

12 Must-Haves when Travelling with a Toddler

One would think traveling with toddlers is a nightmare, but it turned out, the joy of trip quadrupled because of the LO. The excitement in her eyes, her enthusiasm will make you jump with joy. Below I am going to describe how I prepared for my journey to India with my almost 2 year old toddler. Our journey spans 45 days and I decided to be prepared.  On calling the pediatrician's office, she asked me to consult a travel consultant who will advise some vaccines. However, we decided to forgo that step. Instead, we just got the vaccines that needs to be done on her 2nd birthday a bit early on the Pediatricians recommendation.  I maybe a bit over prepared for which I was glad, because my LO thoroughly enjoyed the trip and did not have any issues. Even a slight rub from the essential oil which might be used only once, gave me a bit of a relief. Some of the products which are heavily used are: (1) Multivitamin I was in search for a tablets which do not need refrigerat...