This week, we’re all about hydration! You probably hear over and over again that you’re supposed to drink 8 glasses of water. Did you know that this is actually the minimum? Technically, a healthy adult individual is supposed to drink 1 milliliter per calorie they consume…therefore, if you’re consuming 2000 calories per day you should be drinking at least 2 liters per day.

When I say drink water, I do mean WATER. I don’t mean sugary beverages such as soda, or even drinks that are marketed as “re-fueling beverages”. Most of these are loaded with GMO-carbohydrates, such as high fructose corn syrup. At the same time, I understand that we all need a little “flavor” in our lives…have no fear, JBN is at your service! We believe in flavoring our water with a purpose! Why not drink something delicious and HEALTHY?

JBN offers a Multivitamin Powder that is meant to mix with water and as a result making a glass of delicious and refreshing cherry limeade! Before working at JBN, I was cautious of recommending vitamins and supplements. In many supplement stores you do not get what you pay for. Our products are FDA-approved and contain the highest quality of nutrients you can buy. The Multivitamin Powder is not specifically meant for any certain time of day, and can be used as a simple way of nourishing your body with all it may be lacking such as, Vitamins A, C, D, and E – which is important for eye health, skin, energy, immunity, and more. It also contains B6 and B12, which are essential for protein metabolism; riboflavin, which helps us use protein as energy; as well calcium, which protects our bones and assist in blood clotting. It also contains iron; did you know that almost 10% of women in the United States are iron-deficient? Iron is found in our red blood cells and carries oxygen from our lungs throughout our body, without it we feel fatigued and definitely not our best. .

So before going to the convenient store and picking up one of those “vitamin-enhanced” bottled-beverages, why not stop by JBN and pick up our Multivitamin Powder and flavor your water, with a purpose!

 

 

Kelsey here from JBN! With back-to-school quickly approaching, unfortunately our priorities regarding a “bikini bod” may be last on our “to-do list”. Summer is the perfect time to work-out and eat healthy, especially so we look our best on our beach vacation! Don’t worry! JBN is here to help you not only avoid the “freshman 15”, but also assist you in your continued wellness goals!

 

1. Prepare a workout schedule

Just because you have classes and maybe even a part-time job, doesn’t mean all the hard work you put into exercise over the summer has to go to waste. Prepare a weekly workout schedule and hang it somewhere where it is VISIBLE so you can look at it every morning when you wake up…for example, the refrigerator or on your bathroom mirror. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, adults need about 150 minutes of exercise each week for maintaining weight. For weight loss, it is recommended that adults get at least 180 minutes per week. That could translate into 30 minutes 5 times a week, or even an hour 3 times per week for 180 minutes.

2. Keep a food journal

Anyone looking to lose weight or consciously trying to maintain weight should maintain a food log. A study was published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine where 1,685 overweight or obese participants split into two groups, half of the group kept a food log of EVERYTHING they consumed each day, where the other half did not. Both groups dieted and exercised. The group who kept the food journal lost twice as much weight. For those of you who are too “high-tech” for the boring old-fashioned journal, download an App like MyFitnessPal, where you can not only log your intake, but also receive diet advice and see the nutritional information regarding the food you consume.

3. Avoid skipping meals

With all the hustle bustle of school and work, sometimes fitting in “balanced” meals is a struggle. It is important to fit in at least three meals a day and preferably two healthy snacks. However, when this can’t be done JBN is here to help you avoid the dreaded hunger pains. Why not try one of our deliciously flavored Whey Superior Protein powder? Our protein is wonderful in a smoothie mixed with either water or almond milk, and easy to prepare on the go! This

protein can provide you with the nutrients you need to have full sustainability through the day.

4. Supplement…the SMART way

As you guys probably know, JBN is an all-natural supplement company. We are a trusted company that manufactures our own products, and the best part is you get what you pay for! Beware of chain-stores that sell dietary supplements, many make false claims and promises. When purchasing supplements, make sure you’re buying products that are enhancing the exercise you’re actually doing! For example, if you had class and work all day but are feeling too lethargic to work-out, a pre-workout may be your answer! Elite V2, JBN’s best-selling pre-workout is a low stimulant pre-workout with vitamins and minerals. This product provides you with essential amino acids to help you power through your day. One scoop is equivalent to less than a cup of coffee and will help you make it to the gym! On the flip-side, don’t go buying a muscle-mass gainer, post-workout when you’re only running on the treadmill for 30 minutes.

5. Pick and choose your partying

Did you know that there are about 7 calories per gram of alcohol? That’s not counting all the sugary mixers you’re adding with it. One cup of beer averages about 150 calories, and a shot of vodka is about 100 calories. 5 drinks into the night and you’re at 500+ calories. We all want to go out and have fun at college, but don’t go to EVERY party you’re invited to. Limit your alcohol intake to about 4 drinks per week, to avoid unwanted weight gain. In addition, drinking too much usually leads to the munchies…and I don’t know about you but a salad isn’t even on my radar in that moment… we all go for the pizza and cheeseburgers! A “fun” night out can add up to a day’s worth of calories if you’re not careful! It’s also important to keep in mind that alcohol slows down your metabolism, so don’t be shocked if you go out drinking for 3 days in a row and then don’t see results from your weekly workouts. The slowing down of your metabolism can also lead to unwanted weight gain.

6. Don’t skimp on sleep

On average, we should be sleeping approximately 8 hours per day. College students are notorious for packing too much into their day, and making sleep their last priority. Inadequate sleep has been proven to directly affect your hypothalamus gland, which is the part in the brain that releases satiety hormones. Meaning, if we don’t sleep enough our brain won’t tell us if we’re full or not. Not enough sleep, leading to over-eating will ultimately lead to weight loss. JBN offers an awesome supplement called, Amino Calm, which is an all-natural sleep enhancer. It is a combination of Vitamins C, D and E as well as minerals such as calcium and magnesium. These vitamins and minerals are then combined with a blend of branched chain amino acids to provide you with a restful night sleep providing your muscles with the nutrients they need to recover from the day before. This supplement can be great for any college student trying to enhance their sleep as well as take care of their muscles!

 

In closing - as you can see, "The freshman 15" is only a choice! Follow these steps and make sure you still have fun. College is an amazing experience. Using the basic fundamentals described and working hard is going to set you on the fast track to success!

 

By Kelsey Shriner (BS in nutrition and dietetics)

 

Not all Mass Gainers are created equal..

Anyone who has ever purchased a mass gainer knows entirely too well that you're going to spend $60 and sometimes even upward of $100 dollars on something that will last you roughly two to three weeks (That's highway robbery if you ask me!). Growtein however, is the exception to the rule.

JBN’s six-pound container comes with 50 servings and unlike others, is one scoop for one serving. Our Mass gainer is designed for lean muscle gains and only packs 190 calories per serving while cutting out cheap fillers others use to pack on calories.

Afterall, where do you think the "Mass" is coming from when you're consuming something with 1000+ calories a serving? I'll give you a hint: It's not the low about of cheap protein other companies use.

However, if some days you are looking for added additional calories, we recommend adding a high quality ice cream to any of our flavors for increased fats, calories, and of course, taste into a blender.

With over 30 Grams of protein, an effective clinical dosage of Creatine, L-Glutamine, and Branch Chain Amino Acids, Growtein creates the perfect environment to replenish your body post-workout. Providing a recovery shake unlike anything you've ever tried before.

Don’t let the gains slip away, give Growtein a try!

 

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How many times have you psyched yourself out of a workout knowing how painful it was going to be the following morning?

Well, we have a product for you. Enter the superhero, Radical Fuel, here to save your day.

As you train your muscles, the waste product of lactic acid builds up. This causes the familiar burning sensation that hinders us from completing the final rep or set of your workout. Skeletal muscle pH levels drop, quickly leading to cramping, fatigue and loss of focus. Sending your workout into an irreversible downward spiral.

JBN has worked with 100’s of athletes of all different fitness levels and the consensus is that Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness or, DOMS for short, is present in everyone at every performance level.

Magnesium and calcium lactates noticeably raise the lactate threshold, or "burn" point within muscles, extending your ability to perform when fatigued.
Vitamins C, D & E help transport nutrients throughout muscle cells, aiding in coordination and reflexes. These powerful antioxidants also prevent tissue damage from free radicals, resulting in less cramping, soreness and an overall quicker recovery from intense exercise.

Radical Fuel the quintessential recovery tool you’re lacking in your supplement arsenal. You can take it anytime, day or night, and restore depleted nutrients left behind with your workout or daily lifestyle.

This is why our athletes are truly psyched about their workouts. Radical Fuel contains a blend of performance nutrients to detoxify the muscles and counteract the burn leading to more intense and fulfilling workouts leading to better results, the results you work so hard for.

PET (we're not talking about our favorite family companions) is a recyclable plastic container, designed to be extremely durable while also being environmentally friendly greatly reducing the environmental footprint of plastics worldwide.

PET stands for polyethylene terephthalate and is one of the most widely used plastic's in the food industry. While this may not seem all that important, it's refreshing to know that whats inside the container isn't effected by the contents of the container itself.

The plastic isn't being broken down due to extreme temperature variations like other molded plastics used in the industry to cut back on material costs. It's durable for transportation and is great for reducing a companies environmental footprint.

PET can be recycled and used for a number of different end products such as fiberfill for pillows and jackets as well as carpeting and car parts among many other things.

Next time you pick up your container, flip it over and check the bottom for the "1" surrounded by the triangle arrows!