CalNaturale Svelte Energy Protein Drinks Review & *GIVEAWAY*

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.

Congrats to #6: Ronalee

Let's be real for a moment.  As a crazy-busy mom with two little (adorable) wee-people running around all of the time, I do not always eat a proper meal - especially at lunch time!!  On a typical day, I'm rushing just to get the girls fed, make Chris a balanced lunch, and then dash the girls upstairs for their nap.  By the time all of that is done, I'm usually thinking about blogging and housework and not focused on my rumbling stomach anymore.  Sitting down to a good meal is important to us as a family, especially at dinnertime, but sometimes it just is not realistic for lunch.

For this reason, I was eager to try a new product called CalNaturale Svelte.  These easy shakes provide you with the lasting nutrition and sustained energy you need to navigate through your active and busy day. Each rich, creamy flavor is created with 16g of protein from fresh organic soymilk, along with complex carbs for sustained energy.

CalNaturale was kind enough to send me a complete set of their shakes, one in each flavor, to sample.  While I wasn't crazy about the taste of these shakes, they definitely fulfilled their purpose!  Though I cannot say that they are the tastiest drinks I have ever had; I feel that I must preface this by saying that I'm not a fan of soy milk.  So, if you like the taste of soy milk, you will most likely love these shakes!  There isn't anything overwhelmingly unpleasant about the flavor - just my distaste for soy milk.  The cappuccino flavor was my favorite, though all of them were equally easy to drink.  After consumption, I felt quite full and was easily able to go hours without needing another meal or snack.

If you're traveling this summer, that can mean road trips or long flights all while bonding with family and friends! Staying healthy on vacation is simple - if you just follow a few easy steps to becoming a smart traveller before you depart. CalNaturale has created a great roundup of tips to help you travel smartly and healthily this summer.

• Do Your Homework: No matter where this summer takes you, spend time before your trip to get to know the area and identify local health resources. Kashi’s Natural Nearby tool provides a list of all-natural resources based on zip code—including Farmer’s Markets and sustainable restaurants—you can even add your own findings for the next traveller to use.

• Think Ahead: Don’t fall victim to unhealthy and overpriced food while on the road, which will leave you feeling sluggish and tired. Instead, load up on all-natural and healthy foods for the ride, such as CalNaturale Svelte, a line of protein shakes that will keep you full with its high fiber and protein content while offering a great taste. Svelte’s smart TetraPak container is perfect for throwing into your bag or car while on-the-go.

• Snack Smart: Drop the sugary candy bar – it will only cause an energy crash later! Instead, satisfy your sweet tooth—naturally—with fruit, like Sun-Maid Fruit Bits. According to nutritionist, Cynthia Sass, research shows that people who eat fruit actually weigh less than those who snack on veggies!

• Have Fun: Finally, don’t forget that you earned this time to sit back, relax, and enjoy yourself!

Of course, you can buy CalNaturale Svelte Sustained Energy Protein Drinks from Amazon.  To find a location near you that carries this product in-store you can check the list HERE.

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Giveaway:

CalNaturale has generously agreed to give away a Variety Pack of the 4 Flavors of Svelte to one reader. To enter, just do one, or all, of the methods below and leave me a comment for each. Be sure to leave me a separate comment for each entry & include your email address, so I can contact you if you win!

Methods of Entry:

• Leave me a comment telling me which flavor of Svelte you're most excited to try: Chocolate, French Vanilla, Cappuccino, or Spiced Chai!
  

• Follow @savings_steward on Twitter (new & current followers qualify).

• “Like" Savings & Stewardship on Facebook (new & current fans qualify).

• Subscribe to Savings and Stewardship by Email (be sure to validate your subscription) - current & new subscribers qualify.

Giveaway will end Monday, July 18th at Midnight EST and is open to anyone 18 yrs or older with a valid U.S. address. One entry per method, per person (no duplicate email accounts, please). Winner will be drawn via Random.org and notified via email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new one will be drawn. This is a sponsored post: Svelte provided me with samples to review & will be providing the winner with their prize. Read our Privacy Policy.