BuluBox Weight Loss ~ July 2013

Posted on July 28, 2013 by kenziedegen

So this is my second month of recieving BuluBox (the Weight Loss box option) and they accidentally sent me two boxes, since I signed up for a 3-month subscription and it didn’t cancel out my monthly. Good thing I liked a few of the items in the box, however a few will get passed on as well. BuluBox is a combination box of health, wellness and fitness. What I like is that they try to provide some snacking options while also workout supplements or dietary products.

On top of all the products are the fact sheets/info cards which explain the different products included, as well as their monthly theme.

Here’s a quick picture of all the items included! You can see there is an interesting variety and mixture of snacks (PowerBar energy packs and Total Soy Protein shake mix) along with supplements (like Shortcutz and Vivavin).

First up is the Performance Energy Blend by PowerBar, which came in two different flavors. I apologize for the glare, but it’s from the type of packaging! This fruit-based energy pack came in Apple-Mango-Strawberry as well as Banana-Blueberry. Well, for those of you who know my feeling about bananas (i.e. not a fan of Banana Jam from Taste Trunk, even though I loved everything else!) you know I’ll most likely pass this on to Kevin. The Apple-Mango-Strawberry, however, will definitely come in handy either pre-workout or when I need a pick-me-up at work.

I love protein powder and protein shakes! Especially chocolate!!! So I’m definitely pumped to try out the Naturade Total Soy meal replacement shake. However, I’ve heard it’s not the best to go all-soy in terms of protein (basically can counteract contraceptive pills and throw off your body if you’re not used to so much soy) so I think I’ll be having these in between my regular Optimum Whey Nutrition ones. This meal replacement is lactose and gluten-free which is good for those with allergies, however I will most likely be making it with skim milk or almond milk.

Shortcutz is a thermogenic combination of CLA, raspberry ketones and taurine. I’ve had many energy drinks with Taurine in it, and currently take CLA (oil pill supplements) and tried out Raspberry Ketones before so I’m willing to give this a try. Anyone have any success with it so far?

These cute little individual mints and gums are made by Zellies and are supposed to freshen your breath and give you healthier teeth, so I think I’ll give them a try!

Vivarin is a caffeine alertness aid, which I definitely could have used back in college (ugh, if only I knew). However, now I usually get my energy and alertness from a combination of coffee, tea and energy/pre-workout supplements. I’ll probably pass this along to a friend in grad school who will be needing it during midterms and finals time!

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All in all, this was not my favorite month of BuluBox Weight Loss, however it did have a few things I liked. There’s a card for DailyBurn, the Total Soy meal replacement and gum that I’m interested in, while I’ll probably pass on the Vivarin and PowerBar Banana pack. I’m really hoping next month is a little better, as I looved the protein pancake mix from my June box.

PLUS! There are a lot of sales going on right now for 50% off a 6-month or 12-month subscription if you check out Plum District or BuluBox.com.

xo, Kenzie

BuluBox 50% Off!

Posted on July 25, 2013 by kenziedegen

Interested in BuluBox but don’t want to pay full price? Now is your chance! Until the end of July (July 30th, to be exact) you can buy a deal at Plum District

Plus, shipping is free! Woohoo

Sign up here after you purchase the deal!

xo, Kenzie

BuluBox Weightloss ~ June 2013

Posted on July 3, 2013 by kenziedegen

Hi all! I’m going to apologize in advance for the delay.. I received about 4 boxes all on the same day, and then another stack of boxes a few days later so this post got a bit delayed! And for my chipped nail polish from when I originally took these pictures!

BuluBox is unique because it combines workout and diet supplements with some healthy snacks and lifestyle items. And now, it’s one of my favorite boxes! Why? Because it’s not expensive… seriously it’s $10 per month, shipping included, for 3-6 awesome products to try out! Plus they always have promotions going on like getting your first box for free or $5 off.

I know I got my first box FREE by using promo code HEALTHYCAREER or INSPIRED or HE6CB2 (if any of these don’t work anymore feel free to let me know)

Now, there’s even the BuluBox Weight Loss option which is the one I chose! This month’s theme was “Let’s Party” in honor of their 1st birthday/anniversary as a company! And let me say, it was a great box… they even included a post card that showed all the items with some details and information:

Now onto the items…

I don’t often use probiotics, so I can’t really say that this one worked or not… because it was only a sample pack with two pills. The packaging was pretty decieiving, showing a 30 capsule supplement when we only got two pills! However, the brand has a good rep so if the price was right, I would look into it.

This interests me and weirds me out all at the same time… EatGreenTea.com Organic Edible Green Tea. This is definitely getting blended into a smoothie or mixed up in my yogurt/oatmeal to give it a try! If it has 30 cups worth of antioxidants, energy and health benefits of green tea, I’m interested.

BlueCetin Hangover Protection… enough said, they got my attention, and this will be used ASAP!

I’m really into thermogenics and weight loss supplements (not psycho weight-loss pills, but just natural or energy-boosting pills that give you that extra push) and so I’m excited to give the Shapeology BurnBlends a try! Anyone have luck/positive results with them so far?

Last but definitely not least: FlapJacked Protein Pancake Mix in Apple Cinnamon! Yum! I was just making pancakes the other day trying to avoid putting any flour or sugar (basically blending oats, bananas, eggs and flax together) and I wish i had this instead! Would have definitely made things easier, plus it looks and seems delicious.