Small Business Saturday - Juice Plus.....

I am a mahoosive supporter of local small businesses and try where ever possible to shop within my local community. I am a very lucky girly and have been adopted by Gods green county itself, Yorkshire. Meaning I am spoilt for choice when it comes to small local businesses. However I do know from literary bestsellers to the latest gadgets, there is no denying that the internet makes it far easier to compare the price of shopping. But the tide is turning and buying locally is the message behind Small Business Saturday.

 And there are plenty of reasons why it is worth going local to support small business Saturday -

1. Your spending will boost the local economy

 Research on spending by local authorities shows that for every £1 spent with a small or medium-sized business 63p stayed in the local economy, compared to 40p with a larger business.

 2. It is the ethical choice

 Buying out-of-season produce, like strawberries in December, lowers your eco-credentials. As does eating veggies and breads that have been flown halfway round the world or wrapped in layers of plastic. When you shop at local bakers, farm shops and green grocers, it is likely that a decent percentage of the produce has had a short field-to-fork journey. Along with supporting local businesses, it means the food is likely to contain more nutrients and have less packaging.

 3. They sell quirky, one-off gifts

 Independent shops often stock items which are made locally and aren't available elsewhere: buy a dress by a fledgling designer and there is little chance of turning up to the office Christmas party wearing the same as someone else.

 4. You can help build communities

 Bookshops, cafes and craft shops often drum up custom by hosting events, from book groups to knitting clubs and children's events. If the businesses are not supported, the local groups tend to disappear too.

 5. You might get a better deal or some good advice

 Local bakers throw in extra bagels for regulars; grocers give informal 10% discounts; and market stall holders are prepared to negotiate on prices. Independent retailers can use their discretion to reward regular custom, and it can mean you get discounts on the items you actually want to buy, rather than being tempted by multi-buy offers in the big chains.

 So because I am passionate about supporting small businesses and I am an action speaks louder than words kinda gal, every Saturday  I will be bigging up my local favourite business in aid of small business Saturday! So with no further ado, let me introduce Tracy of Juice Plus, she says  –

Juice plus vision is inspiring healthy living around the world. You want to eat more healthily but often do not have enough time to plan every meal perfectly. Juice PLUS+ can help: our products bridge the gap between what we eat every day and what we should eat every day

All the ingredients in Juice PLUS+ are harvested when they are fully ripened. That means you get top quality produce directly from the field!

Our proprietary juicing and drying procedure removes water and unusable components and gently concentrates the plant materials. That means that as many nutrients as possible are kept in their natural form and turned into capsule form or added to our protein rich shakes

History

In 1993, the foundations of the company as we know it today were laid down. This was the introduction of Juice PLUS+. Since then, the Juice PLUS+ Company has continued to develop and expand its range of products.

What started as a small direct sales business has now become a successful, global company that helps people live a better life in more than 20 countries.  Our European Head Office in Basel is responsible for co-ordinating our business in all European countries. Dan Holzmann, Partner, CEO & President Europe, has been with Juice PLUS+ from the beginning and continues to oversee its success. Nothing excites him more than being able to have a lasting and positive influence on the quality of people’s lives.

Renowned universities and research institutes around the world have been researching Juice PLUS+ products for more than 20 years. The findings Study Results are published regularly in scientific journals including the British Journal of Nutrition. They have also been tested at over 20 universities all over the world.

The plant based protein gluten free shakes provide you with organic proteins derived from soya, rice, and chickpeas, essential fats and carbohydrates – all in perfect balance. Hence you can replace a complete meal with just 220 calories! The Shakes are available in Vanilla or Chocolate flavour.

Preparing the tasty Shakes is quick and easy: just mix one measuring spoon (35 g) of Juice PLUS+ Complete with 250 ml skimmed milk alternative. Add fruit or crushed ice according to taste – and your Shake is ready!

Juice PLUS+ Complete Shakes are vegan and free from gluten, preservatives, and artificial sweeteners, colours, and flavouring.. What's more, they have a low glycaemic index (GI), which is important for a balanced blood sugar level. They make a perfect addition to a vegan diet as most protein shakes are full of nasties. I will be completing the 7 day trial plan vegan style and letting you know how I get on – watch this space!