by Cascade Ice on August 15, 2013
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, huckleberries….there are so many different types of berries. Since berries are packed with vitamins and a good source of fiber, they are good for you too! Add berries to your diet from a delicious breakfast smoothie to a refreshing, antioxidant packed lunch drink to a classic after dinner cocktail with our berrylicious recipes.
Strawberry Guava Smoothie
Start your morning off with a Strawberry Guava Smoothie. Add 1 cup of strawberries and ½ cup of guava nectar to a blender. Add ¾ cups of Greek yogurt, 2oz of Ice cubes and 4oz of Strawberry Guava Cascade Ice. Blend until smooth. Garnish with a sliced strawberry and serve.
Berrylicious Blend
Add two fruit servings to a light lunch with the Berrylicious Blend. Throw your favorite fresh berries into a large glass. Slightly smush the berries with a fork releasing the delicious juices. Pour the Wild Berry Cascade Ice over the berries. Throw in some ice cubes and top with a handful of fresh berries. Enjoy!
Pomberrytini
Class up your evening with the Pomberrytini. Pour 8 ounces of the Cranberry Pomegranate Cascade Ice, 2oz of citrus vodka and 2oz berry schnapps into a large cocktail shaker. Add a splash of lemon juice and mix well. Pour Pomberrytini in two cocktail glasses. String fresh pomegranates on a toothpick and lay garnish over the glass. Beautiful and easy evening cocktail!
Whether you make the Strawberry Guava Smoothie for your kids, enjoy a light and refreshing mid-day break with the Berrylicious Blend or spend the evening relaxing with the Pomberrytini, you can reap the benefits of berries in the form of a tasty Cascade Ice recipe. Have a berry-filled day!
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by Cascade Ice on August 8, 2013
We are “Kickin’ It
” this week with lifestyle blogger Betsy Mitchell. Betsy is the founder of The Dallas Socials, a hyper-local blog with everything you need to know about Dallas, Texas. From the best local shopping and events to local business and product reviews, the site has you covered. Betsy started the site in 2009 to help people get out of the house and involved in their city. Read on to learn what she has to say about maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Why is “healthy living” important to you?
Many people don’t realize the importance of healthy living. Healthy living is essential to maintaining long-term health and living a full life with no restrictions.
Who are your “healthy living” role models and why?
I’m not big into following or idolizing people who are famous. If I were to chose any role models, I would chose the working mom who is implementing a healthy lifestyle into her family’s lives and the father who teaches his kids the importance of working out. It would be the every day person who makes the time and effort to stay healthy, regardless of what is going on his or her live.
What is your go-to healthy meal when you are short on time?
Steamed brussel sprouts and salad are so simple but very healthy and nutritious! I love this combination because it can be made within minutes.
Do you have any tips for families who want to make some healthy lifestyle changes?
Start slowly so you don’t burn yourself out from eating overly healthy in the beginning. Make small changes in your diet and your daily habits to make a healthy lifestyle change.
Are there any foods that you consider to be off-limits completely?
No! One bad meal won’t make you fat, just like one healthy meal won’t make you skinny. I don’t believe in completely restricting yourself from any food. You have to be smart about your choices.
In addition to eating right, do you have any other tips to share on overall wellness?
Healthy living is a combination of eating right, working out, getting enough sleep, etc. It truly is a lifestyle and many components play a role. Don’t let one bad day of eating or stress get you down. Healthy living isn’t always easy, so don’t give up!
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by Cascade Ice on August 1, 2013
Back-to-school season is a great time to change up your kids’ eating habits. Yes, it’s easy to serve them soda or a glass of lemonade, but do you know that those beverages can contain upwards of 38 grams of sugar?
Try something different. Cascade Ice is a zero-calorie, sparkling flavored water that is free of unhealthy “extras” like sugar, sodium, caffeine and gluten. The line comes in 21 delicious and unique flavors including Orange Mango, Coconut, Strawberry Lemonade and Pomegranate Berry!
Kids love the great taste of Cascade Ice, and parents are thrilled to have a healthier option than sugary juices and sodas to add to lunches or snacks. While great straight out of the bottle, you can also have fun mixing it up with other ingredients. Below are a few fun recipes that families everywhere will enjoy making and tasting this back-to-school season!
Apple Fizzie
Just pour 6oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie McIntosh Apple over ice, add in sliced apples and sprinkle in some cinnamon. For the perfect after-school combo, serve the extra apple slices with a tablespoon of peanut butter!
Back-to-School Berry Blast
To create one, mix 1 cup of apple slices, 3/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup soy or almond milk, a handful of fresh berries and 4oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Pomegranate Berry in a blender. Blend until smooth and top with a few more fresh berries.
Watermelon Slushie
Watermelon is oh-so-delicious, and ripe for the pickin’ this fall. In a blender, combine a few handfuls of ice, several seedless watermelon chunks and 8oz Cascade Ice Zero-Calorie Blueberry Watermelon. Then, pour in 6oz of club soda. Blend to desired consistency and enjoy!
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by Cascade Ice on July 25, 2013
Get ready to kick it with Tradina DeMary, a consumer advocate, photo journalist and writer for Examiner.com. Tradina shares the importance of keeping your eye on the prize when it comes to overall wellness. Tradina shares some advice and encouragement to help families take healthy steps!
Why is “Healthy Living” important to you?
Being healthy allows me the freedom to be all that I can be in life. As an Events Examiner, I spend countless hours on the go, walking and traveling from one event to another. Having health goals is important to your journey. One must always maintain some sense of health consciousness to enjoy the full benefits of a well-rounded lifestyle.
Who are your “Healthy Living” role models and why?
My “healthy living” role models are my dad, Jesse DeMary (healthy at age 76!) and Mark Reed, my best friend. My dad introduced me to juicing which I’ve come to refer to as “liquid energy!” My best friend Mark is a fitness inspiration who loves to jog and train at the gym.
What is your go-to healthy meal when you are short on time?
I love green smoothies! I mix fresh seasonal fruit, yogurt, flax seeds and spinach in the blender.
Do you have any tips for families who want to make some healthy lifestyle changes?
We can all stand to eat more fruit and vegetables and eat less red meat, sugar and salt. Also try incorporating beans in your diet to increase protein intake. Doing some sort of physical activity every day is important too!
Are there any foods that you consider to be off-limits completely?
I don’t have any off-limit foods. I would say moderation and portion control is key to a healthy diet.
In addition to eating right, do you have any other tips to share on overall wellness?
Other things that contribute to overall wellness are a good night’s sleep, energetic exercise, breathtaking laughter, building healthy relationships with people, creating a healthy diet, finding a passionate career and lastly loving yourself and your family.
What is your favorite Cascade Ice flavor and why?
My favorite Cascade Ice drink is Orange Mango because mango is one of my favorite fruits! Cascade Ice is so refreshing.
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