Organic Snack Bar blog
"All Natural Organic Snack Bar it's to good to be true"

How much does it cost?
  • Our introductory offer is $1.50 per bar
  • Normal price is $2.00
  • 10 bars ship in a USPS box with 2-3 day delivery
  • Reason for discount? Create awareness and provide feedback
  • Order by calling 407 889 8707

What's in it?
  • Organic QUINOA “The ancient grain of the Inca.”
  • Organic Agave
  • Organic Buckwheat flour
  • Organic Brown Rice flour
  • Organic Brown Rice protein
  • Almond Nut Butter

Ingredients specific to the following flavors:
  • Apple Raison Spice - Dried apple, Raison, Cinnamon
  • Berry Bomb - Blueberry, Strawberry, Cranberry, Cherry, and Raspberry
  • Dark Cinny Mocha - 72% Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon, Coffee

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Why should I eat it?
  • Gluten free
  • Vegan
  • Natural energy
  • Meal replacement
  • Healthy snack
  • Complete protein
  • No sugar added
  • Whole grain
  • High in dietary fiber
  • While no single food can supply all of the essential life-sustaining nutrients, quinoa comes as close as any other in the vegetable or animal kingdoms.” http://www.quinoa.net/127/136.html

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Who should eat it and when?
  • Kid's to senior citizens can benefit from a good source of natural real food.
  • Great pre-exercise snack
  • Great while exercising to sustain energy
  • Great post-exercise snack
  • In between meals
  • Perfect snack for the family on the go
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Coach Robb's point of view
Over the last 24 years, I have seen many so called “energy bars” come and go from the mainstream market due to numerous reasons.  However, in my opinion, the biggest reason why these energy bars have failed is simply due to the combination of bad taste and texture and poor nutritional quality.  If you ask anyone who has attempted to consume a so called healthy energy bar, descriptive terms may include; dry, disgusting, unpalatable not to mention expensive! 

However, these experiences are now a thing of the past thanks to the production of our new Organic Snack Bar.  Our goal for this product line has been simple: an all natural energy bar that is made from real food and full of flavor!  Thanks to the help and advice from a certified chef, an all natural, 100% organic, gluten free and certified vegan bar is now available in flavors that are far from the ordinary. 

As we developed the profile of the product, it was our goal to have the Organic Snack Bar fill the role of individuals looking for a meal replacement when on the go, a nutritious energy source during sporting activities, or a healthy alternative when snacking in between meals. It was also important that our bar was made exclusively from real food – no artificial ingredients of any kind are in this product. 

So please take a moment and order a few bars of each flavor and let us know what you think.  Your feedback and input is the foundation of changes associated with all of our products.  If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with this product, please be sure to contact us for a solution. 

Yours in health,

Coach Robb
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History of the "Organic Snack Bar"
The folklore around Clermont, Florida, goes something like this. A few people began talking one day and thought it would be great to have an all-natural energy bar that was good for them. This delicious, high-quality food product could give them a boost of energy to sustain them throughout a grueling workout, would be light enough to eat before a yoga class, or just enjoyable enough to snack on in the afternoon.

Well that is where I come into the picture.  Chef Anthony a Johnson & Wales trained chef (Alumni Class of 95 Providence, RI). Because I chose to change my lifestyle and get healthy, I have recently lost about 100 pounds over the past two years, and I have continued to make significant gains in losing fat and gaining mass. I had gained a “boat load” of weight two years ago after undergoing hip muscle surgery. With a healthy diet over the past two years and now with the help of the Organic Snack Bar, I will continue to build muscle and get healthy! And I am going to tell you why!

All the health magazines tell you to eat quinoa. But no-one really knows that much about the seed. So I started to read about quinoa, and I was coming across phrases like this: “Quinoa is a whole grain rich in fiber and antioxidants. Fiber stimulates the good bacteria in your colon to produce cancer-fighting compounds.” Then I read “it is a recently rediscovered ancient “grain” once considered “the gold of the Incas.” They recognized its value in increasing the stamina of their warriors. ” “In the time of the Incas, quinoa sustained armies which frequently marched for days and could eat a mixture of quinoa and fat known as “war balls”. I started thinking to myself that this kini is intriguing, so I continued to do research and find information about quinoa. “In contemporary times, this crop has become highly appreciated for its nutritional value, as its protein content is very high (12%–18%). Unlike wheat or rice (which are low in lysine), quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids for humans, making it an unusually complete protein source among plant foods.[4] It is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. Quinoa is gluten-free and considered easy to digest.” Then I was curious to find out what a complete protein was. “Not only is quinoa high in protein, but the protein it supplies is complete protein, meaning that it includes all nine essential amino acids. Quinoa is especially well-endowed with the amino acid lysine, which is essential for tissue growth and repair. In addition to protein, quinoa features a host of other health-building nutrients. Because quinoa is a very good source of manganese as well as a good source of magnesium, iron, copper and phosphorus, this “grain” may be especially valuable for people with migraine headaches, diabetes and atherosclerosis.”

Needless to say I had a feeling I was on to something. But what was really funny was that people at the gym started approaching me, almost attacking me. They wanted their Organic Snack Bar. Everyone started telling me the exact same thing. I need my Organic Snack Bar. The energy the bar gives you is amazing. In the past you might do 3 miles on the treadmill, well after 3 miles you get off the machine after you eat the Organic Snack Bar and think to yourself “did I really just finish?” You feel as though you should do more because the ingredients in the Organic Snack Bar boost your energy level naturally. It is a great pre workout, post workout snack. It fills you up with good wholesome food, and don’t cause an unhealthy insulin spurt. Quinoa is the primary ingredient, but then I use Buckwheat Flour. Wait a minute; that’s flour. No, it is gluten free. I then began reading more amazing information:

“Diets that contain buckwheat have been linked to lowered risk of developing high cholesterol and high blood pressure. The YI Chinese consume on average 100 grams per day, about 3.5 ounces. When researchers tested blood lipids of 805 Yi Chinese, they found that buckwheat intake was associated with lower total serum cholesterol, lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-the form linked to cardiovascular disease), and a high ratio of HDL (health-promoting cholesterol) to total cholesterol. Buckwheat’s beneficial effects are due in part to its rich supply of flavonoids, particularly rutin. Buckwheat’s lipid-lowering activity is largely due to rutin and other flavonoid compounds. These compounds help maintain blood flow, keep platelets from clotting excessively (platelets are compounds in blood that, when triggered, clump together, thus preventing excessive blood loss, and protect LDL from free radical oxidation into potentially harmful cholesterol oxides. All these actions help to protect against heart disease. The nutrients in buckwheat may contribute to blood sugar control. In a test that compared the effect on blood sugar of whole buckwheat groats to bread made from refined wheat flour, buckwheat groats significantly lowered blood glucose and insulin responses. Whole buckwheat’s also scored highest on their ability to satisfy hunger.”

“Canadian researchers, publishing their findings in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry have found new evidence that buckwheat may be helpful in the management of diabetes. In a placebo-controlled study, a single dose of buckwheat seed extract lowered blood glucose levels by 12-19% at 90 and 120 minutes after administration when fed to laboratory animals with chemically-induced diabetes. No glucose reduction was seen in animals given placebo”.

As I kept going, I realized I was creating a food that was actually good for you, gave you great health benefits, while satisfying your bodies need for fuel. I folded in brown rice flour and a few other all natural ingredients. I then started passing the bars out. The response has been huge, and that is why we are here today. Organic Snack Bar are real, wholesome, high quality food, that people deserve to eat instead of the unhealthy ingredients other companies are putting into their food.


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Quinoa (pronounced "keen-wa") originated in South America, where it has been an important food for 6,000 years.  It is native to the Andes Mountains of Bolivia, Chile, and Peru Quinoa is a small seed that in size, shape, and color looks like a cross between sesame seed and  millet.  Most commonly considered a grain, quinoa is actually a relative of leafy green vegetables like spinach and swiss chard,  a species of goosefoot plant. (Chenopodium) The ancient Incas called it “the mother grain” and revered it as sacred. Quinoa is an annual herb that grows from three to six feet high, and like millet its seeds are in large clusters at the end of the stalk.
Three Scrumptious Flavors!
Apple Raisin Spice
Dried apple, Raisin, Cinnamon
Berry Bomb Blueberry, Strawberry, Cranberry, Cherry, and Raspberry
Dark Cinny Mocha
72% Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon, Coffee
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The Organic Snack Bar production is delayed

 by Steve Evans on 01/31/11

You would think I would learn my lesson promoting a product before checking with legal to confirm all certifications are in place. You guessed it we are waiting for gluten free, and vegan certification. We are unable to release the product without the bakery's legal department giving us the go ahead.

 

Thank you so much for the orders received your support is overwhelming.  No credit cards have been processed.  My promise to everyone that ordered product will receive a bonus when we are ready to ship. The certification could take up to 60 days. L

I sincerely apologize for the delay and will keep everyone updated as we progress.

 

 

 

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Thank you! Plus Organic Snack Bar ingredient information

 by Steve Evans on 01/31/11

Big thank you to each and everyone that purchased The Organic Snack Bar, we will ship all orders today, January 31, 2011.  In addition I would like to thank those that caught my grammar and spelling errors.  I can not promise perfection but I will proof read more carefully, sorry for the errors.

 

In order for you to become more familiar with The Organic Snack Bar and learn about the healthy advantages for anyone that consumes food.  We are happy to disclose and discuss specific ingredients in the bar starting with our main ingredient Quinoa.  You are welcome to contact us by phone if you have a question or would like to purchase.  Our office hours are from 8:30 to 5:00 Monday to Friday, 407 889 8707.

 

The Organic Snack Bar base ingredient is Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) provides 10 essential amino acids, is loaded with minerals and has high protein content between 14 and 18 percent. The FAO (U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization) says it is so nutritious it can be substituted for mother's milk.

"This food is about the most perfect you can find for human diets," said Duane Johnson, a 61-year-old former Colorado State agronomist who helped introduce it to the United States three decades ago.

 

Although not a common item in most kitchens today, quinoa is an amino acid-rich (protein) seed that has a fluffy, creamy, slightly crunchy texture and a somewhat nutty flavor when cooked. Quinoa is available in your local health food stores throughout the year.

 

Most commonly considered a grain, quinoa is actually a relative of leafy green vegetables like spinach and Swiss chard. It is a recently rediscovered ancient "grain" once considered "the gold of the Incas."

 

Babette and I eat quinoa every day added to smoothies, soups, cereal like Muesli or oatmeal, salads and of course in the organic snack bar.

 

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Great news! The Organic Snack Bar has passed stability testing 6 months...

 by Steve Evans on 01/27/11

Great news! The Organic Snack Bar has passed stability testing 6 months and counting according to ATL Analytical Testing Laboratory Company. This is equal to 9 months under normal conditions.

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Introducing our "Organic Snack Bar" Blog

 by Steve Evans on 01/24/11

Welcome to our Blog and thanks for visiting!

 

This past year has been one of the most exciting for me professionally and personally, in quite some time and wanted to share my experience with you.  My friend and Triathlon Coach for the last 21 years "Robb Beams" along with myself, have formed an amazing new venture called "Complete Training Solutions". It is designed to help beginners through professional elite athletes perform at their best.

 

In the process of offering web based daily training programs with videos designed specifically targeting  Triathletes, Runners Swimmers, Cyclers, Motocrossers, we also focused on others who just wanted a healthier lifestyle.  The majority of the questions received from our athletes are about nutrition i.e. what do I eat pre-workout, during a workout, post-workout etc. So, we set out on a mission to research and discuss with Physicians, Nutritionists, and local Olympic coaching staff in Central Florida to determine the answer.  We found there are real food products available but not well known and we were tired of the same processed sport bars.

 

While visiting with a representative from a pharmaceutical company that specializes in organic products, they recommended a chef that specializes in gourmet organic foods and is a baking specialist.  After multiple meetings reviewing our desire to have an organic, whole food, healthy product to offer to our athletes we came up with an organic snack bar that has THE best healthy ingredients available and it tastes AMAZING!

We want to share this product with you and NEED your feedback, marketing ideas, better name for the bar, any ideas you may have.

 

We have three flavors.

Apple Raisin Spice - Dried apple, Raisin, Cinnamon

Berry Bomb - Blueberry, Strawberry, Cranberry, Cherry, and Raspberry

Dark Cinny Mocha - 72% Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon, Coffee

 

Please order the “Organic Snack Bar” for you and all of your friends and family. We need your feed back (bottom of page) with as many comments as possible on the bar, the website, packaging ideas, promotion ideas, price, size of the bar.

 

In thanks for your help the bar retails for $2.99, your price $1.50, we ship USPS (2 days anywhere in the continental U.S.) 10 to a box equals $15.00 plus $5.25 for the freight total $20.25.  Please call 407 889 8707 to place your order. We can process Visa, Master Card, American Express.  It would be greatly appreciated if you could forward this opportunity to your contacts that may have an interest.

 

Thank you so much for your help.

Steve and Robb

 

 

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