Welcome to Mayesa’s BlogMayesa Demos During September 2014September 10, 2014
One More Reason to Drink Mayesa: Dark Chocolate is a Probiotic!September 4, 2014
Why Pea Protein in Mayesa Drinks?June 18, 2014
Yes, protein found in the common garden pea, as it turns out, offers many high-quality nutritional, and even disease-fighting, aspects. Mayesa Demo Schedule: June 11-30, 2014June 11, 2014
Categories Healthy Chocolate, Mayesa Demo Schedule
Healthy Chocolate Mayesa and Athletes – Lacy Lynn, Ultra-MarathonerMay 26, 2014
Mayesa: Tell us a little about yourself, Lacy. Lacy Lynn: I grew up as a typical farm girl in central Wisconsin and right after high school went to obtain my Bachelor’s Degree in Human Biology at University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. After college, I moved to Tanzania, East Africa, to serve in the Peace Corps. When I returned to the states I bounced back-and-forth between San Diego, California, and central Wisconsin. After 10 years of living what many have called a gypsy-lifestyle, I gave birth to my beautiful daughter and decided it was time to finally settle in one place. For the past two years now I’ve been living in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and am working at a local bank as a systems operator. As a now 30-year-old with a darling 3-year old, I feel like my crazy beautiful life is just getting started. M: What kind of athletic endeavors do you participate in? LL: I am a trail ultra-runner, a tire dragger, an endurance planker, and a toddler chaser. This year I will be defending my title as “Last Runner Standing” at Bop ‘til You Drop, a 12-hour race on a 1.25-mile loop course, and returning to Superior 50, a 52.1 mile trail ultra-marathon with a net elevation change of 25,000 feet. I have never returned to a race before this year but am excited to further define my training for these two events, especially Superior as I fell in love with that trail during that race. M: How did you become interested in being an athlete? LL: This is where my stubbornness really shined for me. While serving in the Peace Corps someone mentioned other volunteers participating in the Kilimanjaro Marathon, and I thought it sounded like fun so I said I would like to join in. I was laughed at and told I would not be able to train for a marathon in 6 months. Being laughed at burned deep and it fueled my desire to cross that finish line. I went from not being able to run one mile to crossing the finish line at the 2008 Kilimanjaro Marathon in 4:36:00. My love for running took off and hasn’t slowed down.
LL: Diet – The majority of my diet is home-cooked meals made from whole (or minimally processed), local foods. Common finds around my house include nut mylk, almond-pulp tuna salad, cauliflower-crusted pizza, millet tabbouleh, granola and my own energy bars. Training – My training is low-mileage, high-effort because of life as a single, working parent, and consists of stroller running, tire dragging, hiking while child-wearing, and core work. Mental/emotional exercises – Daily meditation/mindfulness, Yoga practice, visualization, and journaling. These things need to go hand-in-hand with my training otherwise I feel very “off.” Running is often times a form of “moving meditation” for me. M: How did you first learn about Mayesa? LL: I met one of the founders during my instructor training for Stroller Strides in San Diego and was hooked on the product from first sip. To this day I credit Mayesa for helping me finish my first 50K and 50 mile races while not experiencing any dip in milk production as a breastfeeding runner. M: Tell us how Mayesa fits into your training. LL: Consuming calories is vital when I go long so tucking some Mayesa into my pack gives me a much needed energy boost when the miles start wearing me down. I’ve also enjoyed Mayesa ice-cold after a hard training session as an uplifting recovery drink. M: What would you like to say to other athletes about Mayesa? LL: As a runner with a sensitive GI tract who can’t handle very many of the supplemented, manufactured drinks out on the market, Mayesa has stood the test of miles and has not caused any GI issues for me. I am also crazy excited about plant based proteins! One of the best things about Mayesa is that it’s not only great for me – it’s also great for my daughter (who goes ga-ga for it, by the way!) As far as the new flavors, they are a wonderful addition to the lineup. The Mixed Berry is pretty sweet, almost dessert sweet, which I think makes it a perfect recovery flavor. The Banana is downright phenomenal. I was blown away by that flavor and excited that it didn’t have that fakebanana taste. It’s my new fave flavor! I love your product and the new look.
Healthy Chocolate Mayesa and Athletes – Golfer Brian MoggApril 14, 2014
Brian participated in competitive golf for 9 years and was on the PGA Tour for 3 years. He has been teaching golf for 23 years and now has 8 Golf Academies throughout the world. Brian has an impressive 26 wins by Tour players that he has instructed. He has been listed as one of the top 50 instructors by Golf Digest and in the top 100 instructors by Golf Magazine. Brian was introduced to Mayesa by Jeff Hill, Mayesa CEO. Brian stated he is not a big chocolate fan so at first he was not sure how he would like the beverage. To his surprise he found that “Mayesa is really refreshing and tastes great!” Brian was also excited to learn that not only is Mayesa a delicious chocolate drink, but is also good for you. Brian likes that Mayesa is a healthy alternative using only organic and natural ingredients. Brian often drinks Mayesa during his busy work day which satisfies his hunger and provide a great pick-me-up. He enjoys recommending Mayesa to others so they too can make healthier choices on the foods they eat. For more information on Brian please visit www.moggacademy.com. Jane Adolph, Mayesa Co-Founder Healthy Chocolate Mayesa and Athletes – Glenn MatanzaMarch 26, 2014
Glenn was born in the Philippines and moved to San Diego when he was in high school. He later attended San Diego State University with aspirations to go to medical school. Glenn’s interest in fitness and exercise lead him to start working with individuals providing fitness training. It was also during this time that Glenn started to realize that a medical career would be focused mainly on illness which did not really fit his focus on prevention and helping individuals stay healthy. Realizing this Glenn decided to officially start his coaching business in 1998, working with clients of all ages. Glenn’s business has evolved with time and even included a period around 2004 when he competed in fitness and body building competitions. In 2004 Glenn met his future wife, Nike, a successful equestrian in Europe and aspiring fashion model. They married and had their first son in 2006. They now have 2 sons and enjoy setting good examples for their sons with nutrition and exercise. In 2007 Glenn’s coaching began to focus more on endurance sports, especially triathletes, with emphasis on nutrition education, preventing injuries, and creating good health markers. Nike Matanza began competing in triathlons and before long was in the elite category. She joined Glenn and began coaching in 2008. Glenn was introduced to Mayesa by one of his clients and her son. He was training both of them. Glenn evaluated Mayesa and really liked the purity of the ingredients, especially the organic, fair trade cacao and plant-based protein. Glenn also likes that the beverage is allergen free containing NO dairy, soy or gluten, thus avoiding the side effects of these allergens.
When clients crave a “treat” Mayesa is an excellent choice according to Glenn. Glenn’s passion for helping all his clients understand the importance of nutrition and right food choices to live a healthier life is inspiration to us all. Thanks Glenn for including Mayesa as one of the food choices you recommend. No matter what your daily performance includes (exercise, work, school) you want it to be optimal, and the best way to do that is proper nutrition choices with products like Mayesa. Life is better with chocolate! For further information about Glenn’s coaching please visit www.glennmatanza.com or www.facebook.com/glenn.matanza. Jane Adolph, Mayesa Co-Founder 5 Ways to Celebrate National Nutrition MonthMarch 17, 2014
It’s easy to enjoy foods in a healthy way, especially with Mayesa – a delicious healthy-chocolate drink that is chocked full of good nutrition. Being aware of good nutrition is important because it is about how we nourish our bodies. Our bodies require healthy food to create and repair cells. The science of nutrition also focuses on how diseases, conditions, and problems can be prevented or lessened with a healthy diet. Here are five ways to celebrate National Nutrition Month: 1. Make a Plan If you create a weekly menu plan and coordinate it with your shopping list you will eat healthier, waste less food and time, and there’s less stress at dinner time. You will find that a plan minimizes the last-minute dinner scramble, and helps you stick to healthier foods. 2. Fit in Those Fruits and Vegetables It’s often easier to buy fruits and vegetables than it is to actually use up them before they become shriveled and brown. Here are some suggestions on how to make sure you eat those fruits and vegetables: (a) toss a variety of vegetables in olive oil, roast and then refrigerate, allowing you to have ready-made side dishes, snacks, or a meatless entree; (b) keep apples and oranges in the car for an after-gym snack, or when you get the munchies (you don’t want your car to automatically turn into that fast-food place); and (c) cut up salad fixings and keep prepared in the refrigerator, then just spoon out and serve. Keeping Mayesa in the car is another sure way of sticking to a healthy snack when you’re on the go. 3. Eat More Earlier, Less Later The more of your daily calories you eat earlier in the day the better. Instead of a light breakfast, or even no breakfast at all, and a heavy dinner in the evening, have a hearty breakfast and a good lunch, both of which will keep you fueled through the day. A light supper will keep you from sleeping on a load of calories. If you are rushed for breakfast, Mayesa is a good way to start your day, then have a hearty lunch. 4. De-stress Dinner Don’t give in to the frantic question “What’s for dinner?” every night. That just begs for a quick answer – which might be easy but often not healthy. Instead, try these tricks: (a) keep a menu plan; (b) organize dinner ingredients before you leave for work; (c) freeze homemade soups, homemade pasta dishes, etc., ahead of time, then take out and defrost while you’re at work. Having salad ingredients already chopped and mixed and ready to go is another big help. 5. Earn your calories In addition to planning meals, cooking with healthy ingredients, and practicing portion control, a healthy lifestyle includes physical activity. Keeping physically active assists your body in properly utilizing all of that good nutrition. There are many options to keeping physically fit, including: walking, running, going to a gym, playing a team sports, and using fitness apps or videos. You can also burn calories by taking stairs and parking farther from your destinations. Good nutrition can: give you vitality and energy, boost your immune system, help beat tiredness and fatigue, and ward off serious illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes. Celebrate National Nutrition Month – for your life!
Categories American Dietetic Association, Healthy Chocolate, Healthy Eating, Healthy Foods, Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition
Heart-Healthy Chocolate for Valentine’s DayFebruary 12, 2014
Hearts, chocolate, and Valentine’s Day have gone together like hands in gloves for decades. But it’s just recently that science has been putting its stamp of approval on dark chocolate as a true benefit of a healthy heart. Cacao is being studied more and more, and the findings are exciting for chocolate lovers. It turns out that “Healthy Chocolate” is a real concept. In fact, dark chocolate, the same type that is in Mayesa drinks, has been recently cited by some top health professionals and researchers as the single most exciting health food. In universities and research labs across the U.S. and around the world scientifically-designed medical studies are showing that there is a positive correlation between organic cacao and a reduction in the risk of developing heart disease. The flavanols contained in cacao have been found to act as “cardio-protective” agents. Benefits of consuming dark chocolate like that found in Mayesa: 1. Effect on Arteries and Veins In a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, results showed 47% improvement in how much the arteries dilated. There was also indication that an increase in cells occurred that are produced in the bone marrow and that can develop into the structural cells that line and repair the arteries and veins. In another study with a sample of over 2200 patients, the more cacao that was eaten, the fewer clogged arteries were found. Cacao consumption has also been found to improve arterial flow in smokers. 2. Effect on Cholesterol It appears that the antioxidants in cacao can prevent the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol relating to the mechanism of protection in heart disease. Studies have shown that people with both normal and elevated cholesterol levels, who ingested cacao powder mixed with hot water lowered LDL (bad cholesterol) and increased HDL (good cholesterol). All three doses of high-flavanol cacao powder – 13, 19.5, and 26 g/day – proved beneficial. If you’re wondering, 26 grams of powder is about a quarter cup. 3. Effect on Blood Pressure Research pretty consistently shows that dark chocolate consumption is related to lower blood pressure readings. For example, one study found that fifteen days of eating dark chocolate lowered blood pressure in healthy subjects. Another study used flavanol-rich cacao to increase nitric oxide production in healthy humans which dilated the blood vessels thus lowering blood pressure. Still another study found that eating dark chocolate improved circulation directly to the heart. Valentine’s Day Super Food Cacao is a superfood for all seasons, and especially for Valentine’s Day. Valentine chocolates are generally presented in a heart-shaped box, or are created in the shape of a heart. And now science is telling us that dark chocolate – is actually “heart-healthy!” It’s important to note that it is cacao (dark chocolate) that is indicated as an element that helps reduce heart disease. The more sugars and fats that are added to chocolate as it is refined and used to manufacture chocolate products used in candy and other chocolate sweets, the further away you get from the health benefits of cacao. Both the American Heart Association and the American Medical Association recommend eating a moderate amount of dark chocolate every day to contribute to maintaining a healthy heart. So, enjoy your Valentine’s Day chocolate – just make sure it is quality dark chocolate.
7 Top Healthy-Food Trends for 2014January 22, 2014
1. Cauliflower Last year was the kale trend, and 2014’s hot veggie is cauliflower. You’ll see colorful cauliflowers and find this nutrient-dense vegetable in dishes you wouldn’t think of looking, such as mashed potatoes and “potato” salad. 2. Sesame Seeds Due to increasing nut allergies, seeds will be making a big statement in 2014. Sesame seeds should especially be in your pantry due to their high levels of calcium and zinc (almost 20 percent of your daily dose of each). Also studies have found that sesame seed consumption helped with improving lipid and glucose profiles in pre-diabetic patients. 3. Apples This tried-and-true perennial healthy food will again be on stage for 2014, due to recent studies which have shown that apple consumption helps to lower the “bad” LDL cholesterol, and also reduces the risk of ulcerative colitis. Other studies show optimistic results that apple consumption may help to ward off breast cancer, and a 2013 study found that eating apples could expand your lifespan by 10 percent. 4. Pea Protein The popularity of plant-based eating has encouraged manufactures to make products with plant-based proteins. Pea protein is a hot protein alternative to egg and dairy protein because of its link to greater satiety compared to whey and other proteins. Mayesa proudly uses pea protein in its products. 5. Non-Wheat Pasta Gluten-free foods continue to drive the new healthy food trends. Expect to see more pasta made from non-wheat alternatives, like quinoa, rice and buckwheat. 6. Sprouting Sprouted seeds, pulses and beans are collectively known as ‘sprouts’ and they’re going to be big in 2014. Sprouts are effectively living foods and one of the richest forms of nutrients known. You can sprout your own mung beans, split peas and lentils alongside hazelnuts, pumpkin and sunflower seeds at home within a couple of days. Add these to salads and soups for a rich source of complete vegetarian protein, as well as a fresh taste that pops. 7. Organic and Local A growing trend is healthy eating by focusing on organic and local produce. This has been trending for some time, but watch for this to continue and to become more of a lifestyle, a social movement, in 2014. Besides the burgeoning Farmer’s Markets, Community Supported Agriculture, commonly known as CSA, is an agricultural model that re-connects people to their local food source. A network or association of individuals pledge to support one or more local farms, with growers and consumers sharing the risks and benefits of food production. CSA members or subscribers pay at the onset of the growing season for a share of the anticipated harvest; once harvesting begins, they receive weekly shares of vegetables and fruit.
Categories Health, Healthy Eating, Healthy Family Eating, Healthy Foods, Healthy Lifestyle, Kids Eating Right, Nutrition
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