Shakeology vs. Ensure

As we all now this month is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I know we all have been touched by this horrible disease - through a family member, a friend or even you personally.

One thing I remember as my Aunt battled cancer is that the doctors told her to drink Ensure through her treatments. One day I was at Target and picked up some of these drinks for her. When I got home and started reading the ingredient label I was shocked to read what was in it:

Corn Maltodextrin
Sugar
Canola Oil
Corn Oil
Soy Protein Isolate
Artificial Flavor
and the list goes on and on with words that definitely don't sound healthy

I am not a doctor but I do know that these ingredients are not healthy. Why would someone who is trying to make their body and immune system stronger want to drink these things?

Corn Maltodextrin - used mostly bc it is cheap, a way to get around saying sugar - but actually has a higher glycemic index than sugar, comes from treated grain (usually corn or rice) - and most corn is GMO

Sugar - something you want to avoid, evidence shows that sugars may feed cancer more efficiently than starches

Canola - extremely processed, most canola and corn oil are genetically modified, can increase cancer risks from hydrogenation process and created trans fats

Soy protein isolate - phytoestrogens are found in soy proteins and these high levels of estrogen have been associated with increased risk of certain cancers in both men and women

Artificial - that word says enough

After reading these ingredients I told my aunt that I had a much healthier alternative and it probably tasted much better too:)

SHAKEOLOGY!!

*A whole-food based, minimally processed, all-natural shake!
*Low on the glycemic index!
*High protein (no soy) and essential amino acids to help build muscle and reduce food cravings!
*Prebiotics, Probiotics and Digestive Enzymes, which aid in improving digestion, regularity, and nutrient absorption!
*9 Adaptogens that help your body cope with stress, provide energy, and maintain a strong immune system!
*Antioxidants and phytonutrients (plant-sourced ingredients) that help neutralize harmful free radicals, help decrease inflammation, help maintain the immune system, and potentially decrease the risk of degenerative diseases!
*23 Vitamins and Minerals your body needs to function for optimal health!
*70 superfood ingredients!

DON'T YOU AGREE!?!

If you know someone who is battling cancer I would love to send them a sample of shakeology to try!! 

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