Here at Excel Vending we know that variety is the spice of life! That’s why we are always looking for delicious new products to offer our customers. January is traditionally the time of year when people become more health conscious and perhaps try a new diet or fitness regime thanks to those New Years resolutions but it’s not always easy to find drinks and snacks to suit your new lifestyle on the go. That’s where we come in…
Did you know that 22% of people aged under 35 see protein consumption as one of their top-3 dietary priorities? Thanks to greater understanding of the benefits of protein as part of a healthy diet and increased participation in performance sports such as weightlifting, cycling and athletics, there has been significant growth in demand for products focused on supporting active nutrition.
One company certainly meeting consumer demand for high protein products is Grenade, who started out in 2010 selling high-performance sporting and diet supplements before launching their signature brand of ‘Carb Killa’ bars, now the best selling nutrition bar in Europe. Each triple layered bar contains over 23g of protein with plenty of fibre, is low carb and low sugar, as well as being absolutely delicious – the holy grail! They even come in a wide range of flavours, from Cookies & Cream, Fudge Brownie and Chocolate Crunch to Jaffa Quake and Banana Armour so there’s something for everyone.
Not only that, but the Carb Killa range also extends to Carb Killa protein shakes at 25g of protein per bottle with such a seriously indulgent smooth and creamy taste that it’s no surprise they’re the number one and two best selling nutritional shakes in the UK. Available in five delicious flavours, the shakes are low sugar and less than 200 calories per bottle and are a convenient way to consume additional protein between meals without unwanted calories or carbs.
Another new company we are excited to be working with is iPro Sport. We are stocking a range of their thirst-quenching iPro Sport drinks which are made from natural spring water, with no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners. They are naturally sweetened with stevia and contain a special formula of added vitamins C, B5, B6, B7, B12 as well as electrolytes and minerals. Sport is available in 3 great flavours: Orange & Pineapple, Berry Mix and Citrus Blend containing 6-8% carbohydrate solution, which is absorbed into the body more rapidly than water, as well as providing energy. Perfect for rehydrating after a gruelling spin class! iPro sport is also Informed Sport certified product, halal certified, suitable for vegans and falls below the sugar tax.
Edward Tooley, Scottish Rugby’s Lead Nutritionist recognises how essential hydration is to performance: “Rugby Union is a physically demanding sport with frequent bouts of high intensity work. For players to perform at their highest levels, both physically and mentally in games and in training, optimal fuelling and hydration is essential and that’s where having a product like iPro Sport in partnership with us is great.”
iPro Sport is globally recognised as being a superior hydration solution and is requested by leading athletic organisations, sports universities, high profile charities, UK armed forces and emergency services. It’s the preferred sports drink of many sporting associations such as British Army Rugby, the Football Association of Ireland, Scottish Rugby and GB Basketball has UK football partnerships with clubs throughout the country along with many other sporting partnerships across the board.
We are doing a tasting session of Carb Killa and iPro sport drinks on the 17th of January at Dundee and Angus College, Gardyne Campus from 11am – 2pm. We’d love for you to come along and tell us what you think of our new products!
If you would like us to arrange a tasting session at your college, university or gym, or if you would like to see these products in your current vending machine please call us on 0845 60 40 111.