I introduced Gut Power Drinks into my diet in 2020 when I started experiencing some uncomfortable and frustrating tummy issues (constipation, indigestion, pain after eating, etc), and it’s been a part of my routine since then. Gut Power Drinks is a research-backed blend of some of the highest quality prebiotics and probiotics to create a healthy microbiome. In addition to a well-balanced diet (plus exercise, sleep, and stress management, of course), Gut Power Drinks has been instrumental in eliminating my tummy issues.

Here are my two favorite ways to incorporate Gut Power Drinks into my daily routine. Follow the links below and use the code “HUNGRYHALEY” at checkout for a discount!

Creamy Dark Chocolate Mocha
Iced Vanilla Latte

What you’ll need:

Hand-held frother

Freshly brewed hot coffee

Iced coffee (homemade or store-bought)

Sweetener of choice (I use honey)

Non-dairy milk or creamer of choice

Gut Power Drinks Coffee

Gut Power Drinks Cocoa

Creamy Dark Chocolate Mocha

1 scoop Gut Power Drinks Cocoa mix
6 oz brewed hot coffee (strong is best, in my opinion)
4 oz non-dairy milk of choice (I also love unsweetened almond milk)
1 tbsp. Dark chocolate chips (dairy-free, preferably)
2 tsp honey or maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract

Gently heat the non-dairy milk on the stovetop or in the microwave, then stir into the brewed hot coffee. Stir in the dark chocolate chips and blend for a few seconds with the frother until the chocolate chips have melted and dissolved.
Add the sweetener and vanilla extract, and blend again for a few seconds.
Finally, add the Gut Power Drinks Cocoa mix and blend with the frother until a good amount of foam develops on the top. Enjoy!

Iced Vanilla Latte

1 scoop Gut Power Drinks Coffee mix
4 oz filtered water, room temperature
4-6 oz cold brew
2 oz non-dairy milk or creamer of choice

Add the Gut Power Drinks to a large mason jar with the 4 oz of filtered room temperature water. Blend with a hand-held frother or shake vigorously until dissolved.
Stir in 4-6 oz of cold brew and blend again. Add the non-dairy creamer, if using.
Drop a few ice cubes in and enjoy!

If you try Gut Power Drinks, let me know what you think! I swear by these mixes, guys. I wouldn’t be sharing anything gut-health-related if it wasn’t backed by science or something I would include in my own routine. Even if your gut health is “okay” or you’re not noticing any symptoms of gut imbalances, these pre- and probiotic blends can still be very beneficial.

Thanks for reading, and thanks for supporting me! Make sure to tag me in your Gut Healthy Homemade Latte creations :)

Loving Lately: Gut-Healthy Homemade Lattes

This post is sponsored by Purity Coffee. Everything stated is my own opinion. Thanks for supporting my blog and making the healthiest, most delicious coffee around town!

Let this be the debut of my inner coffee-lover. I've been drinking the magic stuff for almost three years, but not until I discovered Purity Coffee did I really begin to educate myself more on the drink we all know and love!

What is it?

Coffee... duh. I'm not trying to sound like your favorite salesperson here, but Purity Coffee really isn't the same stuff as what's on most grocery store shelves nowadays. Their whole process - from harvesting to roasting to packing - ensures that buyers receive the healthiest version of coffee available. It's also:

organic: uses methods that recycle, conserve biodiversity, and balance local ecology.
almost defect-free: "speciality coffee" is the highest standard of coffee, and therefore contains the fewest defects.
mold-free: is frequently lab-tested to ensure no traces of mold and/or mycotoxins exist in the beans.
sustainable: "an integrated system of plant and animal production practices that will last over the long term" (according to the website).

My opinion:

I'm no "coffee-snob", so I've never really been one to toss a cup of coffee because I didn't like the taste (that only happened once). A medium-dark roast is my go-to, simple as that. When a representative from Purity Coffee assured me I'd taste and feel the difference most just by drinking it, I felt unsure, but I went with it.

Aaaaaaand she was certainly correct. It just tastes... cleaner, fresher, richer, more robust. The biggest difference I noticed was feeling way less bloated after drinking it, a side effect I always ignored after drinking other coffee. I'll be honest - the taste didn't convince me that this is a life-changing cup of coffee (like I said, not a coffee-snob over here), but I felt mentally and as a result physically better drinking it, knowing what is going into my body is pure (pun intended), boasting maximum health benefits and reaping no potential consequences.

Why Purity?

I don't buy into the "coffee is bad for you" campaign. Sure, it can raise cortisol (aka stress hormone) levels, but that only becomes harmful when stress levels elsewhere in life are through the roof and sleep is not happening like it should. I've got my stress under control, for the most part, and I get enough sleep. I enjoy coffee. Up until recently, I've never seen it as a "superfood" or a "bad food"... until now.

I researched Purity Coffee and had no idea that coffee beans have higher levels of antioxidants than my favorite fruits - berries! Say whaaaat? Think about how many Americans drink coffee regularly - quite a few, huh? A cup of coffee is much more convenient and sometimes easier to get our hands on than a cup of berries, aaaaaand it's packed with many more antioxidants! Purity Coffee has the highest antioxidant level of all coffees at a roast level that produces the lowest level of a crylamide. Some coffees compared may have a higher level of antioxidants, but they also had a higher level of acrylamide.

HALLELUJAH.

Aside from providing the body with antioxidants, coffee has also been shown to boost physical and brain performance, as well as metabolism, and decrease the risk for depression.

Where to buy?

Online! When you checkout, be SURE to use "hungryhaley" to receive a discounted price on any order. Here, you can purchase by the bag or subscribe and receive a shipment size of your choice and frequency.

Thanks for reading, and I hope you found this information helpful in making your next coffee decision!