{Stasher Bags} + Giveaway

Hello Cupcakes!

I've teamed up with {Stasher Bags} to offer a giveaway!

Here are the rules:

1) Must follow @toriswholelife & @stasherbag on Instagram

2) Tag 2 friends in the comments

3) Like my Instagram Post

That's it!

*One person will win a 15fl oz. bag & a 9.9 fl.oz. bag*

You can also use the code "SWEETLIFE10" for 10% off your order 

Now let me tell you a little bit about this awesome company...

The reason I was interested in collaborating with Stasher Bags is because I always hated using plastic bags. It felt like such a waste to me, but I didn't always want to use tupperware because that can be hard to fit in my purse or book bag. 

**Did you know it takes over 500 years for a plastic bag to break down in a landfill?** 

Stasher Bags are the first (and only) self sealing, air tight, non plastic bag in the world! 

The bags are made from pure platinum silicone and they are dishwasher/microwave safe. 

Not only are they good for our environment, but they will also save you money in the long run because you won't have to keep buying packages of plastic bags. 

**Plastics contain harmful chemicals that are dangerous to people and the environment**

To learn more about plastic vs. silicon, follow this link: {Silicon vs. Plastic}

**Did you know 20 million plastic bags go to the landfill each day?** 

I literally use mine everyday! For example, above I use the large Stasher Bag to store my snack bars for on the go fuel. I also use mine to store oven roasted veggies, fruit, and cookies. Another cool thing is they have different colors and sizes. Check out their shop: {Stasher Bags}

Some other ideas for Stasher Bags:

1) Travel bag

2) Sandwich bag

3) Pack kids lunch

4) Pack snacks for sport practice

5) Pack snacks for hiking

6) Use for bulk food shopping

7) Store coupons

8) Nail Polish storage or take along bag

9) Cord holder

10) Make up Bag

I could go on and on with suggestions for use, but if you want to see some more examples, just check out Stasher's website: {Why Stasher} They have two sizes: 15 fl.oz. & 9.9 fl.oz. Check out their website for different color options. They have some cute patterns for children too!

Here is the link to the story behind Stasher Bags: {About Stasher}

If you use Amazon Prime, these are also sold there: {Stasher Bags}

Let me know if you have any questions & don't forget to enter the giveaway posted on my Instagram!

Later Taters

"It's a beautiful day, don't let it get away." 

{MuffinElse} Paleo Muffins+ Discount Code

Hello cupcakes!

Who else loves muffins? It's hard for me to find muffins that are dairy free & not full of sugars, so I want to share my new favorite muffins with you. 

This company is called MuffinElse & they make Paleo, single serve, muffin mixes. You can use the code "TORI15" to save 15% on your order. 

"MuffinElse is a Texas-based family owned business with a mission - to enable people to indulge in a healthy way - by creating a healthy snack that you can prepare quickly yet without compromising on the quality of the ingredients."

The cool thing about these single serving muffins is they take less than 2 minutes to prepare. I LOVE this idea. Sometimes when I want muffins I don't want to wait OR I don't want a whole batch. To make a muffin, you simply open the package & dump the dry mix into a mug. Next, you add the correct amount of water, stir, and microwave for 1 minute & 30 seconds. BOOM! DONE! How easy is that?

These muffins are also gluten free, dairy free, & soy free. To read more about the story behind MuffinElse, check out this page on their website: {Story}

To read about the specific ingredients, follow this link: {Ingredients}

Now let me tell you about the flavor options. There are four flavors to choose from: Double Chocolate, Pecan Clover, Nutty Maple, & Cinnamon Rising. 

Usually I chose a favorite flavor from the products I tell you about, but honestly, I can't choose a favorite. *Insert Monkey emoji covering eyes* (My favorite emoji by the way haha!)

I think I chose the perfect time to try these muffins because these fall flavors really hit the spot. I love that the muffins are not super sweet. The have the perfect amount of sweetness. 

I also love how spongy the muffins turn out! 

Here is the link to their shop if you are interested in buying some for yourself: {Shop}

Here is what the back of their packaging looks like & you can see the nutrition info.

I have nothing but good things to say about this company and their mug muffins! Let me know if you have any questions. Don't forget the code "TORI15" saves you 15% 

Later Taters

"It's a beautiful day, don't let it get away."

*P.S. This is not a paid post*

{Natural Citizen} Natural, Healthy Smoothie Boosters

Good morning cupcakes!

Today I am sharing a pretty awesome company with you!

{The Natural Citizen}

To start off, how cute is their packaging? I was so excited to open this and see how much attention to detail this company uses. 

To read about how The Natural Citizen started, follow this link: {Story}

Like the founders, Angela & Nadia, I struggle to find healthy products in the food industry that meet my standards. I do not like to eat food products that have a long list of ingredients. I like simple, healthy, natural products. This company definitely meets my standards. 

The Natural Citizen Team also has a cool program called {Three for All}

"With every product that you purchase from The Natural Citizen, we cover the cost of three meals through donations to reputable charities."

Don't forget to swing by their blog as well: {The Natural Citizen Blog}. They have some pretty bomb recipes on there!

Now let me tell you a little about their products...

I personally tried: Organic Greens, Organic Digest, & Organic Protein

I also have the Organic Energy I still need to try. 

{Organic Digest}

This smoothie booster is good for your gut. It supports regularity & digestion using gluten free fiber from oats & artichoke. It has omega fatty acids from chia seeds, & soothing support from aloe. There are no added flavors or any other extras. Organic Digest is certified organic, gluten free, & vegan. It is Non-GMO & allergen free. Personally I have used this product for smoothies & baking. I will share some of those recipes below.

{Organic Greens}

This smoothie booster is made from organic moringa, spirulina, alfalfa leaf, & barley grass. There are no added fillers, flavors, etc. The product is also certified organic, gluten free, & vegan. It is Non-GMO & allergen free. Just a fair warning, this product does taste like greens because there are no added sweeteners or other products to cover up the taste. This is another reason why I love this company. I used this product in my smoothies with bananas, almond butter, and dates and it helps tame the strong green taste while also being healthy & nutritious. 

{Organic Protein}

If you know me personally or from my posts, you know I am lactose intolerant and have many food intolerance and allergies. This is why I was excited to try out Natural Citizen Protein. It can be hard for me to find a protein that is lactose free & free of added sugars/fillers/etc. One serving has 15 g of organic, vegan protein. It is made from organic hemp protein, brown rice protein, pea protein, & sancha inchi protein. Again, this product is certified organic, vegan, & gluten free. It is also Non-GMO & allergen free. I personally used this product for baking & smoothies. It blends well into any smoothie. It also bakes very well. I used it to make some little muffin-cookies (I couldn't decide which it looked more like hahah!) 

Now let me share some of the goods I created with these products. 

SMOOTHIES!!! 

To see the recipes for these smoothies, head over to my Instagram page: @toriswholelife

COOKIE-MUFFINS

In a blender combine: handful of dates, 2 pkg of The Natural Citizen Protein,1 egg, 1 small banana, sprinkle of Himalayan salt, 1 tsp flax meal, & 1 tsp chia seeds. That's it! Blend it up and place in a muffin pan. Bake 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Let them cool & store in a Stasher Bag!

SMOOTHIE 2:

This smoothie recipe is a screen shot from my Instagram Post. You can also find The Natural Citizen on social media. Here is a link to their Instagram page: @thenaturalcitizen. Check them out! 

Can you tell I love smoothies? I have a smoothie almost once every day! It's a good on the go drink & it also allows you to get a lot of nutrients in at once. Let me know if you have any questions. 

I would also love if you could share your favorite smoothie recipe below.

I hope you all have a fantastic day! 

Later Taters

"It's a beautiful day, don't let it get away." 

*P.S. this is not a paid post, I simply love informing my readers about clean, healthy, simple, & nutritious products. It can be hard to find these type of products in today's society.