I have been intrigued by seeing the Amazing Grass products on other blogs and had ventured to their web site a few different times contemplating placing an order, but each and every time I’d get lost in all of the different products, slightly confused with the difference between this one and that one and I couldn’t bare the thought of spending $X+ on something I’d have no idea was actually “good.” The “$X+” refers to a Canadian ordering an American product and paying the “extra” for the currency exchange and duty when crossing the border.
Would it end up like the half full container of chalky protein powder that no doubt exists in many of your cupboards?
So I was SUPER thrilled that Amazing Grass gave me the opportunity to try ‘em ALL for the blog! WOOT! Then I’d know for sure which ones were worth the moolah AND I can tell ya’ll my opinion on them!
What I WASN’T thrilled about was when Purolator shows up with my package COD and I was stuck paying $49 DUTY FEES for FREE samples!!! huh?? Not.So.Free!!! I happen to know that at least one other Canadian blogger did not have to pay duty on her free samples, only when she actually purchased an order. So I am awaiting a response from them to try to straighten that out! (Hmmmm, it’s been quite a few days now.) Not cool to have to PAY for free samples, n0?
Anyway, on to the good stuff…Where to start? Chocolate, of course! I mixed up an “Amazing” smoothie for breakfast:
The mix:
- 1 serving Chocolate Infusion Amazing Meal
- 1c unsweetened vanilla almond breeze
- ~1/2c steamed spinach (I steamed up the rest of a container of spinach last night that I felt was past it’s salad prime and had it in the fridge)
- 1/2 frozen banana
- a few ice cubes
- =3 POINTS
Okay so if you’re anything like me, you didn’t really know the difference between the SuperFoods, Wheat Grass and Amazing Meal?
“Amazing Meal is a powerful and satisfying blend of Green SuperFoods, plant based protein, phytonutrient rich fruits & vegetables, digestive enzymes and probiotics. The way Mother Nature intended...Organic, Raw and Delicious.”
You just never know how these things are going to work out! I’m now used to adding spinach to my smoothies and have gotten used to the green colour, although it’s been a while since I’ve had one.
The Verdict: it rocked :-)
Thumbs up for the Chocolate Infusion Amazing Meal! It kept me full for about 2-3 hours which is pretty normal for me for breakfast. Not chalky or yucky at all! Although I certainly did have other ingredients in the smoothie, but c’mon I’m pretty sure whatever added yum the banana gave it had to be cancelled out by the spinach! :-P
11 comments:
I have been seeing these for a while in blogland, but have been hesitant to try them. But, if you say they're good, then I know they are!!! Who could resist the chocolate, right??!!
You had to pay for your freebies. Thanks crazy.
I hope it gets straightened out.
Hey angie,
do the sample people just contact you with their stuff?? I see lots of bloggies being sent stuff and I wonder how they get picked?
Just curious :)
Weird...I didn't pay a damn thing for mine!
Marisa: ya knows I wouldn't lie ;-)
Skinny Me: I have always been contacted by them if I was interested in trying out samples, EXCEPT for Amazing Grass. I contacted them about three months ago and hadn't heard back from them until recently. So these samples I actually requested because I was really interested in trying them for myself and for YOU guys and that way "I'd" know whether they were worth the extra expense.
Sometimes you just never know what kind of kick-backs are taking place behind the scenes of a blog, am I right? This is why I've always announced on here if something was in fact a free sample and that way you are informed that is the reason I'm trying it. I am always honest and comment in detail about whether I like something and why or why not. I want you to judge for yourselves, for your own benefit and not for any other reasons.
I have turned down some samples because they were for products that I wasn't interested in associating myself with and would never want to compromise my commitment to what I believe is a journey to a healthy and sustainable life for the sake of a few dollars of free stuff I don't believe in :-)
Vanessa: SEE!!! Frig. It's only right that they compensate me for that expense that I shouldn't have had to pay for FREE samples! I'm hoping that it was a misunderstanding and that they will respond accordingly. So far, no response!
Interesting. I've been wondering about this stuff too. I'll look forward to hearing your reviews as you try more.
Well it's great to get samples - but that is RIDICULOUS that you had to pay for them!!!! I hope they are willing to reimburse you for them...especially since you are giving them some blog love!!!
I have definitely been curious!!!
we canadians are always getting the short end of the stick when it comes to shipping! boo-urns! i'd love to try those products but i just can't see myself making green monsters in the freezing winter. and i have lots of protein powder left ... sigh!
Hope you get the duty stuff straightened out.
Are the shakes meal replacement shakes? Or just snacks?
I love Amazing Grass' products. I take the wheat grass tablets when I'm traveling. :)
Cheers,
Kristen
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