bcaa – Green Cupcake

This summer I wanted to focus on sweet summer treats that are primarily plant focused recipes. I always think of ice cream or popsicles when I think of summer treats. I found these amazing crystal ring pop molds at the dollar store and they inspired this recipe.

They are so cute, and nostalgic! The ring pop reminds me of being a kid again. I wanted to make the crystals on the ring pop look like a surprise was inside of them so I had just made some strawberry puree and I knew that both the puree and slices of fresh strawberries would look great with the coconut milk base.

Nothing says summer to me more than pina coladas and the beach. I wanted to make these ring pops super tasty and boost your energy. I decided to add Pineapple BCAA (branch chain amino acids. Bcaa’s are used to activate protein synthesis and increase muscle recovery. Bcaa are fantastic for reducing exercise fatigue. I love to incorporate Bcaa’s into my water when working out to get the most out of my workouts. This was the perfect option to add to these ring pops. Coconut milk + Pineapple Bcaa = Pina Colada ring pops. ❤

These Ring pops are made with only 5 ingredients, and so easy to make. I added Pineapple BCAA’s to the coconut milk to give the Pina Colada flavour. The molds are in crystal shapes but I wanted to add strawberries to add a little jewels to the ring pops. I added drops of strawberry puree to marble into the rings. These were incredible I felt like I was drinking a pina colada.

Here is everything you will need for 6 Ring pops.

1 cup of Full coconut milk

1 scoop of BCAA pineapple flavour

1/2 strawberries

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp of coconut sugar.

Instructions:

Combine coconut milk and BCAA until smooth, add sliced strawberries and puree. Freeze overnight. Next dip them in hot water to remove from the molds and ENJOY!!!!!!!

Simple right!!!

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Here is everything you will need for 6 Ring pops.

1 cup of Full coconut milk

1 scoop of BCAA pineapple flavour

1/2 strawberries

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp of coconut sugar.

Instructions:

Combine coconut milk and BCAA until smooth, add sliced strawberries and puree. Freeze overnight. Next dip them in hot water to remove from the molds and ENJOY!!!!!!!

Simple right!!!

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Pineapple has a high amounts of manganese, which is important for antioxidant process. Pineapples are high thiamin, a B vitamin that is involved in energy production. These naturally sweet fruit are packed with nutrients with vitamin C and Fibre being significantly high. Did you know that Pineapple contain great allergy fighting nutrient called Bromelain which helps reduce mucas in the nose and throat. Another amazing benefit of pineapple is it can be used both externally and internally to improve your skin condition, thanks to the great anti-inflammatory qualities of vitamin C, bromelain and special enzymes. Pineapple is full of amino acid tryptophan that your body uses to produce serotonin – the “happy hormone”. Pineapples has so many other fantastic benefits , but one of my favourites is this delicious fruit stands tall and even has its own crown!! That is a confident fruit. lol !

Now its time from the debatable question, PINEAPPLES on PIZZA?

ME: OH BUT OFCOURSE, EXTRA PINEAPPLES!

Watermelon is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin B5, and vitamin C. Watermelon is the richest known nutrient source of the amino acid citrulline. The highest amount is found in the white rind that surrounds the flesh. Drinking watermelon Juice before a workout can boost performance and help reduce recovery time. Push through your workout with Watermelon Juice. Watermelon is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin B5, and vitamin C. Watermelon is the richest known nutrient source of the amino acid citrulline. The highest amount is found in the white rind that surrounds the flesh.

Watermelon is a good source of citrulline, which is converted into arginine in your body. This amino acids contributes in the nitric oxide production process. Nitric oxide is a gas molecule that causes the muscles around your blood vessels to relax and dilate. This leads to a reduction in blood pressure.

I love to read research studies on supplements because I want to know how the supplement performs. Twenty-four male soccer players ingested either Cit + Arg or placebo (both 1.2 g/day each) for 6 days. On day 7, they ingested Cit + Arg 1 h before performing a 10-min full-power pedaling test on a bicycle ergometer. Power output was significantly greater with Cit + Arg than in the placebo group. The conclusion was that seven days of oral Citrulline (1.2 g/d) and Arginine (1.2 g/d) ingestion improved 10-min cycling performance and the perception of physical exertion in male collegiate soccer players. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30847640

This watermelon sorbet is so refreshing! The lemon gives the sorbet a tangy taste, which makes this taste like a healthy jolly rancher candy. Lemon is highly acidic and when fully digested, it has many alkalizing health benefits for our bodies. I love watermelon and I know feel even better about eating it. I like to be intentional about what I consume so creating this Sorbet recipe is perfect for me. So many benefits, pre workout sorbet, Post workout sorbet and Low calorie snack.

Here is what you will need: