idrinksant + Antioxidant Protein Bomb Smoothie

I’m sorry that I’ve been behind on responding lately! My days are way more enjoyable now (I <3 my new preceptor), so I’ve been using my extra hours to catch up on all the stuff I couldn’t get to in the last 3 weeks because everything would always be closed by the time I got out. I promise I’ll get back to everyone soon! :]

Today, I wanted to introduce you to Sant, and the awesomeness that is fruit-infused water! (If you’re looking really confused, don’t worry. I’d never heard of it either until I found out about idrinksant!)

Image from idrinksant.com

Image from idrinksant.com

Sant is short for “Santulan” (balance). idrinksant works directly in rural communities with farmers and women’s self-help groups in India. Most of the families there struggle to meet their basic needs because although there’s an abundance of fruit in these villages, there hasn’t been much of a demand for it, because most people haven’t heard of it.

If you know me, you’re probably aware that I love supporting people and companies who give back to their community and that I really believe in the importance of helping others. I’m also all about greener living wherever possible, and idrinksant has both those covered!

The money raised for this project will be used to help farmers and women’s self-help groups harvest all the crops (which can only be harvested during 1 month out of the entire year). They use super simple packaging, and promote re-usable bottles and conscious consumption wherever possible.

Sant is a superfruit (Garcinia indica) that’s been used for thousands of years in Ayuervedic medicine to prevent and treat illnesses, and to balance the mind and body. It contains vitamins B1, B3, B9, B12, C, and also contains 5x the amount of antioxidants that kale has.

Check them out on social media! :]

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Last year, when I went to Philly for the Family Medicine conference, I got a flavor infuser water bottle from one of the residency programs I want to rotate at next year. I’ve been meaning to make fruit-infused water for the longest time, because I’m pretty sure that’d help a lot with my crusade to stop being such a cactus, but…I didn’t really get around to it until now.

Sant has a somewhat tart flavor to it, soĀ  I’ve been throwing it in with all sorts of different fruits for flavor experimentation.

Out of said experiments, my favorite thus far = 2 pieces of sant, 2 blackberries & 2 raspberries! :]

santinfusion

I tried it out on its own first, and it kept me hydrated throughout my peds shelf exam.

Aside from fruit-infused water, you can use it for a variety of other things (e.g. throwing it into granola, a souring agent for cooking, and/or eat it after the infusion).

I decided to make an…

Antioxidant Bomb Protein Smoothie

Antioxidant Bomb Protein Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup water
  • 2-3 pieces sant
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate juice concentrate
  • 1 pack Sambazon unsweetened acai smoothie pack
  • 1/4 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla, or unflavored)

Instructions:

  1. Infuse 2-3 pieces of sant in 1/2 cup of water for at least 1 hour.
  2. Blend water with pomegranate juice concentrate, acai smoothie pack, frozen blueberries, and protein powder.
  3. Serve immediately!

Antioxidant Bomb Protein Smoothie


idrinksant has a kickstarter going on right now!

(Deadline is on March 17, by 3:35 p.m.!)

Disclaimer: I received free samples of Sant in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated for my time. As always, all thoughts & opinions are mine and mine alone!

  • Have you ever heard of sant?
  • Do you drink fruit-infused water? What’s your favorite combination?
  • What’s your favorite antioxidant-rich food?

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  1. I love drinking infused water! My favorite lately has been very simple and only requires a couple of orange slices. I also had an apple cherry one yesterday that was delicious too!

    I may or may not have just pledged so I could try this out for myself! :)
    Tricia @ A Couple of Dashes recently posted…Living The Sweaty Life with Strala Seattle & ClassPassMy Profile

    1. Apple cherry sounds amazingggggg! <3 I miss cherries, but I don't think they'll be affordable here for another several months. :[ Sigh!

      Hope you like it! :D!

  2. Well this seems like a delicious product for a good cause. I’m all about that, too! I don’t drink infused water (I’m so boring, lol), but I do love, love, love blueberries! <3
    Tiffany @ The Chi-Athlete recently posted…Ups and Down, #WIAW, and *Brain Hug*My Profile

    1. It’s okay, I’m typically very boring too, but I am gonna try to change that! :P

  3. I’ve never heard of Sant before, what a great concept in giving back! I drink a lot of water but not a lot of fruit infused, when I do my go to is orange and lemon with fresh mint. If you make it and let it sit for a few hours allowing the water to absorb the citrus flavor it’s even better :)
    Krystal recently posted…Move. Nourish. Believe.My Profile

    1. I haven’t been doing a lot of fruit-infused water either, but that’s definitely gonna have to change! :D And yay for citrus! <3 I need to go get some fresh mint!

  4. Cucumber Mint or Orange slices are my favorite. So refreshing. I’ve never heard of sant, but it sounds interesting!
    Pragati // Simple Medicine recently posted…The Power of MindfulnessMy Profile

    1. Yummy! I love orange-infused water! <3

  5. I love that you used an acai pack to make a smoothie! I always just make acai bowls with them, but I’ll have to experiment with throwing them in smoothies!
    Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl recently posted…What I Ate Wednesday: March 4, 2015My Profile

    1. They are wonderful in both! I had to wait for it to thaw out a bit before my blender agreed to mix it all up though, haha. :P

  6. I’ve never heard of it, but I love your smoothie. The acai is a great addition.
    Julie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…Finding Time for a Me DayMy Profile

    1. Thank you! :D I can’t wait til it warms up enough for me to start making acai bowls again! *-*

  7. I’ve never heard of Sant, but I like drinking lemon/fruit infused water! Very refreshing :)
    Jess @hellotofit recently posted…Why I’m still in love with the TRXMy Profile

    1. Lemon! :D Weird that I’ve had lemon water, but never actually tried legit-infusing water with it, hahaha. I need to change that! :P

  8. I have never heard of sant but I’m really intrigued. I love infused water, especially berries + lime/lemon. That smoothie looks delish!
    Alanna recently posted…Blueberry Ginger Breakfast BakeMy Profile

    1. Thank you! :D I think I’m especially gonna be loving infused water once warm weather finallyyy makes its way back into my life! *-*

  9. What a brilliant idea to put this in a smoothie! I just got some to try too (haven’t had time yet) but I might just make a smoothie out of it as well! Looks delish :)
    Annmarie recently posted…Wild Workout Wednesday: Sandbag Ladder WorkoutMy Profile

    1. Thank you! :D Can’t wait to see what you make with yours! :]!

  10. Lately, I cannot get enough of smoothies! This one looks yummy!

    1. Thank you, and I agree on the smoothies! I’ve been starting out my mornings with one! :D

  11. That’s so interesting I have never heard of Sant before! I want to try it though. I always love companies that give back to charities and help people with their profits they make.
    Kaylin@Enticinghealthyeating recently posted…Lots of Love, Friends, Chocolate, and an Engagement Party Weekend RecapMy Profile

    1. Same here! They’re the ones I most want to support! :D!!

  12. Man, that smoothie looks so good!! Your pics are always the best!! I’ve never heard of Sant. Thanks for sharing!! I learn something new all the time from your blog! :)
    Melanie recently posted…Move Nourish BelieveMy Profile

    1. Aww, thank you! I’m glad to hear that! Your comments make my day! :D!

  13. You can BOMB ME anytime ;)
    GiGi Eats recently posted…Food Babe? More Like Food BitchMy Profile

    1. hahaha, so long as I don’t say that while I’m in front of the TSA! :O

  14. I’ve never heard of this. I love to drink lemon infused water first thing in the morning for a little detox!
    Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes recently posted…Tried it Tuesday: A cure for aching feet and a new protein bar!My Profile

    1. I’ve been trying to do that every morning to wake me up (and to change up my usual plain ol’ water!)! :]

  15. I have never heard of Sant, but you’ve got my attention on it!
    I too love giving back to the community, I would give my money to a USA farmer or small community business over something from China any day!
    This smoothie looks fabulous!!!
    Kristy @Runaway Bridal Planner recently posted…Bloominous DIY Flower ProjectsMy Profile

    1. Yay! :D I really like supporting smaller businesses whenever possible! <3

  16. Love fruit infused water. I will look for these in the store they look tasty! Made in the usa is always a good idea!

    1. I’m not sure they’re in stores yet, but I hope they appear there soon! :D!

  17. I have never heard of Sant, but I am intrigued!! I do love fruit-infused waters :)
    Becky recently posted…Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice StewMy Profile

    1. Same here! I can’t wait til more fresh fruits are in season again! *-* More experimentation!!

  18. great review!
    Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel recently posted…Chicken Salad RecipeMy Profile

    1. Thanks! Hope you have a great weekend!

  19. I’ve been doing a lot of experimenting with fruit infused water lately, it’s so delicious and so much more interesting than regular water. This looks delicious!
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    1. Agreed! I can’t wait til it warms up so there’ll be more fresh fruit out there to experiment with! :]

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