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“Happens to be Healthy” Granola Giveaway + Crunchy Flax Oatmeal Recipe

March 10, 2014

You all know that my obsession with granola runs deep. First it was Whole Foods Chia Ginger Superfood cereal, then it was my mom’s homemade granola recipe, then it was a few local Upstate New York brands, and now it’s Laurie’s Granola Creations “Happens to be Healthy” granola.

Happens to be Healthy is a fabulous combo of rolled oats, organic shredded coconut, natural raw almonds, organic coconut oil, organic coconut palm sugar, organic raw sunflower seeds, organic pumpkin seeds, organic sesame seeds, organic flax seeds, organic coconut nectar, and organic maple syrup. Does it sound sweet? … Because it is! In the best way, of course.

It’s also free of trans-fats, cholesterol, wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, refined sugar, GMOs, preservatives or artificial ingredients. I wouldn’t eat it if it wasn’t. Especially after this cray cray article I read yesterday about processed foods. (Just stay away from them – there is no excuse to eat factory-made food when you can eat whole, natural, plant-based goodness.)

Because of my new meal plan I am not really supposed to be eating granola, which is a huge bummer for now. But I am willing to do anything to get my stomach problems back on track, so I am giving it a try and seeing how it goes. For the sake of taking yummy food photos, I put a few clusters into my granola this morning and savored every bite!

Giveaway!

Since last week’s giveaway on the blog was so much fun, I’ve decided I want to do them more often. This week I will be teaming up with Laurie’s Granola Creations to do a variety pack granola giveaway. There are four bags included in the giveaway – original, granola with organic dates (my personal favorite), granola with organic pineapple, and granola with organic apricots.

Trust me, coming from a granola expert, this stuff is good. To enter the giveaway just comment below telling me why you’d like to try the granola, and briefly sharing your health journey and what lead you to wanting to lead a healthier lifestyle. If you have Instagram, follow @Lauries_Granola_Creations on there as well. If not, specify in your comment that you don’t have Instagram! It won’t affect your entry if you do not have an IG.

What can you do with granola? Some of my favorite ways to eat it are:

– Use it as a green smoothie topping

– Drizzle it with agave/honey/liquid stevia and eating with ½ banana and some cacao nibs for dessert or a snack

– Use it as a coconut yogurt topping to make a layered parfait (see my recipe section for specific parfait recipes)

– Eat it right outta the bag!

– Use it as an oatmeal topping, as I have in this recipe.

P.S. Thank you all so much for the unbelievable amount of support with my stomach troubles and yesterday’s post about my nutritionist visit. It blows me away how many people have had similar problems and how much love and positivity you all have to share. Please continue reaching out. It seriously makes my day. You all rock!!! I am a lucky blogger gal. 🙂

Flax Seed Oats with Crunchy Granola

Ingredients:

½ cup dry oats (I use gluten-free Bob’s Red Mill)

1 cup water

1 tablespoon flaxseed meal (same as ground flaxseed or flax powder)

½ banana and/or ½ cup berries

Several shakes cinnamon

2 tablespoons granola

Directions:

1. Boil the oats in water over medium-high heat until fully boiled. This should take about 5-10 minutes.

2. Once boiled, stir in flaxseed and cinnamon.

3. Pour into a bowl, top with fruit and granola. Enjoy!

Nutrition Info:

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JanieY

Laurie's Granola Creations sound wonderful! Love your pics!!

Jordan Younger

Thank you!! They certainly are wonderful. You know I'm a granola fiend.

Tabea

Hey, I would really love to try Laurie's Granola Creations! I'm 17 years old, vegetarian for 5 years and vegan for 1 year... A few months ago I had really bad skin...I cut out gluten of my foodplan and my skin improved...So I stopped eating gluten :( A month ago, I started eating it in really small portions, and see there...my skin stays clear :) So Laurie's Granola Creations would be a perfect and enjoyable "gluten-treat"... My instagram name is: never_fit_in (although I'm not very active there, haha) Love, Tabea

Jordan Younger

Hi Tabea!! Thanks so much for your entry. I am thrilled to hear that you have now been vegan for a year and that you stopped eating gluten and you've seen improvements in your skin. That is so wonderful and inspiring. I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I muse posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Alyssa Craig

I would love to win the Laurie's Granola Creation giveaway!!! I am granola obsessed and would love to try these new flavors. Especially because they are all natural. After you started writing about the Chia Ginger cereal from Whole Foods I can't get enough of it, so I trust your taste buds! My healthy journey began after my pregnancy last year. I started eating plant based to lose the weight and to feel better and more energetic. I have lost the weight and more, and would love these granola treats to satisfy my sweet cravings! Thanks Jordan!

Jordan Younger

Hi Alyssa! I am so thrilled that you have been loving the Chia Ginger granola as much as I have... and yay about eating plant-based post-pregnancy. That is so wonderful and inspiring. I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I muse posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Charly

The granola just looks incredible. I would love to try it out. I was just able to read yesterday's post and I can relate totally, cause I also have a sensitive stomach, but since going vegan it's a lot better luckily. I wish you luck while healing yours. :) Charly from www.atcharlys.blogspot.de

Jordan Younger

Hi Charly!! Thanks for the entry. So glad you can relate on the sensitive tummy probs -- we've gotta be careful with what we put into our bods, right?! I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Morgan Alexis

Hi Jordan! Just commenting on here like you said :) I'm morganalexis_1 and I commented on your recent post on Instagram to enter the contest for the granola!
jamie mitchell

I love granola, this looks great. I am trying to be healthier so I can enjoy more time with my kids.

Jordan Younger

Hi Jamie!! Thanks for the entry. That is a fantastic reason to enter. I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Jody Docksteader

Hi! This looks absolutely delicious and nutritious. I'm a lover of health packed super-food and fellow runner :). I ran my first half-marathon last may, and am training g now for a half -iron (wo)man. Ive been a full on vegetarian for four years (after watching The Cove and deciding to stand against letting consumer frenzy cause animal abuse). I flip flop as a vegan and am trying hard to be stricter with the few dairy products I allow (some cheeses and an egg here and there). You're an inspiration and also a huge help as I have similar stomach problems and have chased down every random diet to try healing myself (gluten free, vegan, low acid etc). Hang in there. Sorry for the long post. :)

Jordan Younger

Hi Jody!! Thanks for the awesome entry. So incredible that you ran your first half-marathon last May and you are now training for an Iron-(wo)man... coolest thing I have ever heard!!! And sorry to hear that you also have tummy probs... they suck, right?! But I am glad to hear that you can relate and we can support each other with our findings on what helps. I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Brogann Griffiths

I am obsessed with Granola. I would absolutely love to win Laurie's Granola Creations Giveway because it is the only time I treat myself; it's the thing I look forward to in the morning and sometimes I even have to have my mum hide it because I love it so much! I have been enjoying a clean lifestyle for 3 years in which before I was 14 stone and am now 9. I did this through determination and the need to change my lifestyle and solve the problem that I suffer terribly with IBS. Since I have lost weight and enjoyed eating better as well as beginning to do exercise like completing programmes such as Insanity, I now couldn't imagine being any different; eating no processed foods, gluten and high fodmap foods, I am able to control my symptoms and ultimately be happier. I felt dimorlaised that I would suffer from tummy pain every day, bloating etc when all my friends could eat what ever they want and now with foods from your blog and such food as Laurie's Granola I am able to enjoy food and be healthy. This is why I would like the giveaway because I never give up on finding new foods to excite my routine, I have never seen clean eating as a restriction but a way to discover new foods that make me feel like me again. Instagram: brogannnm

Jordan Younger

Hi Brogan!! This is a fantastic entry. I totally feel you on the IBS and how difficult it is to have to restrict yourself, but how ultimately rewarding it is in the long run. And I am the same as you with how much I love granola -- I have to hide it from myself sometimes so I don't eat the whole bag!!! I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Cathy Fay

I absolutely love granola. I put it on everything! I have Multiple Sclerosis and was deteriorating and gaining weight which was affecting my walking. I started eating healthy in August and as of today I lost 37 lbs! My healthy eating is paying off! I have more energy and walk so much better. My favorite breakfast is greek yogurt, fresh fruit and granola. So amazing! For desert I make cheesecake flavored pudding with granola as the crust. Also amazing. Can't wait to try the one with pineapples!
Molly

I've never considered myself "unhealthy", but as I've gotten older and living on my own, I quickly realized the importance of eating the right foods and portions (not to mention saving on not eating out so much!). I'm trying to make a complete lifestyle change, which has been kick started with training for the Nike Women's DC Half-Marathon in April. As someone who's never even run a 5k before, this has been quite the journey for me. Eating right, listening to my body, and learning to give it the right fuel has gone hand and hand with training. I'm always looking for new foods to try and Laurie's Granola (following on instagram btw, @mo_dill!) would be an excellent addition to my stockpile.

Jordan Younger

Hi Molly, I am the same as you -- was never "unhealthy," but there is such a huge difference between a generally healthy diet and then finding a totally clean diet and eating the right portion sizes! So awesome that you're training for the Nike Women's DC half!!! So jealous. Hi Brogan!! This is a fantastic entry. I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Jacqui

This granola looks delicious! I am such a granola fan but always steer clear from a lot due to high sugar content. This kind looks perfect though :-) I have been trying to not only eat healthier lately, but work out more as well. I find myself very tired, sluggish and unmotivated a lot. I was sick of feeling this way and decided to try to make some changes. I have been eating a mostly plant-based diet the past few weeks, and started to incorporate more cardio into my routine. I am feeling great so far!

Jordan Younger

Hi Jacqui, YAY. I am so happy to hear that you are feeling awesome on a mostly plant-based diet. And awesome about the cardio -- it really helps, doesn't it?! Thanks for the awesome entry. I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan

Alexis

Hi Jordan! I, like you, and 22 years old and all my life have had some serious "tummy issues" that have really defined how and what I eat. I found that I never really had the knowledge or patience to figure out an eating routine that fit my lifestyle, so I generally just ate what I wanted and rolled with the consequences. It wasn't until my senior year of college that I was converted in a borderline health nut, and I found that experimenting with my diet has vastly improved my day to day functioning. I have been following you blog for a few months now and have found your recipes to be extremely helpful in terms of keeping my symptoms under control and having the energy to pursue the work out routines that I love. I ran my first half marathon last October and am running another in June and a full next October...so properly fueling my body has been crucial for me recently! You recipes fit in perfectly with my life as a dental student, runner, and yoga/spinning enthusiast! With that said, pretty much all of my favorite snacks revolve around granola (in yogurt, smoothies, a straight up handful, you name it...). I love finding new brands that have unique and tasty combinations (they nearly always taste better than the ones I attempt to make myself), and would love to have the opportunity to try this guy! Thanks so much for sharing your story and all of your delicious recipes!!

Jordan Younger

Hi beautiful Alexis!! Wow, what an amazing entry. Thank you SO much for letting me know that my blog has been influential in your healthy lifestyle and has been helpful with keeping your tummy problems under control. I can't even tell you how happy that makes me or how much it means to me. And so cool that you're in dental school and you are a yogi/spinner/runner like me!! I love it! I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out... I think you might love it!) Xoxox Jordan

Lindsey

Hi Jordan! My healthy journey has been just that, a journey. In high school I struggled with various body issues and despite eating healthy foods and following a vegetarian diet I did not have a healthy body image nor lead a healthy lifestyle. Towards the end of high school and in college, I began to relax a little and was able to enjoy a more positive life. However, during my first few years of college I relaxed a little too much, and despite still being very health conscious, I made some unhealthy choices when it came to eating and drinking and as a result I put on some weight and wasn't quite the very organized girl I used to be. This time last year, I was having so much difficulty concentrating while doing school work, getting through exams, and sleeping through the night I was convinced ADD medication was the only answer. While struggling through the end of the year, I found running as a sort of solace and began to really clean up my diet and cut out all refined foods, from here on out it was just mean clean eating for me! Over the summer I kept running nearly every day, lost weight, felt fantastic, and couldn't have been happier! When I started school again this fall, I was a little nervous about being so strict with myself while still balancing friends and school work. Consequently, I over indulged in some late night eats and missed plenty of runs I had promised myself. Finally, feeling a little frustrated that I had worked so hard and was not about to throw it away, I dusted off my sneakers, started running again and was reading more and more books about nutrition and where our food comes from. After toying around with veganism, I made the decision to go fully vegan on January first. Now, it really feels like I'm becoming a much more balanced person, I'm eating right, exercising regularly, sleeping through the night, and just generally feeling great! I would love this granola as a sweet and tasty treat to help me mix up my routine and keep on loving this healthy lifestyle! P.S. Sorry this is so long, I just really felt that you inspired me to share my journey!

Lindsey

instagram @lusciouslegumes
Jordan Younger

Oh my gosh, Lindsey, what an amazing and inspiring story. I am absolutely thrilled to hear that I have been an inspiration in your journey -- you have no idea how much that means to me. And your story sounds extremely familiar to what I went through in college. I relaxed a little bit with my diet, started drinking quite frequently (hey, you gotta live up your college life!!) AND became very dependent on ADD medication. Since going plant-based, I have gone off of my ADD meds and I feel incredible. The focus it has given me has been amazing, and I can only hope the same for you. Your story resonated with me so much, I am choosing you as the winner of the giveaway!!! Email me at [email protected] with your full name, address and phone number and I will pass your info along to the granola company. Absolutely cannot wait to see what fabulous recipes you come up with -- I expect food photos when you do!! Xo Jordan

Mary Kate B

This granola sounds amazing! I would love to try out this granola and share it with my mom! I started my health journey a few years ago (I had put on some extra weight and also had bad stomach issues). I eventually converted to a whole food vegan diet and I've never looked back. My acne cleared up, I lost the extra weight (and kept it off!), and no more upset stomach from eating dairy! I went from eating chicken fingers and milkshakes to green smoothies and quinoa :) Shortly after I got healthier my mom started getting healthier too and I'm so proud of the weight she has lost and how great she feels now! I always love sharing new products with her and this granola sounds like something she and I would both love! I followed her on IG too (@littlemkaroon) :)

Jordan Younger

Mary Kate -- this is a wonderful entry!!! Going from chicken fingers and milkshakes to green smoothies and quinoa is just about the most inspiring and smile-inducing thing I've heard all day :) especially because I'm right there with ya... that transformation feels incredible, right!? And I love the fact that you and your mom are close and you would share the granola with her. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan

Becca L

My journey to becoming my most happy and healthy all started when I found your Instagram (I'm not trying suck up, but it's the truth!!!) I wanted to find a way go better myself physically and emotionally. I've always been pretty heathly with my eating habits, but I still wasn't happy with how I felt. I worked out when I could, but didn't try really hard to push myself. I suffer from depression and anxiety and IBS. I am against taking pills so I wanted a way to releive my stresses in the healthiest way possible. I searched "vegan" in the search bar on Instagram because I was always curious about the lifestyle and loe and behold I found your page. All your meals and smoothies and juices and cleanse got me ready for my journey towards becoming plant based vegan, which is probably one of the best decisions I made for myself. I became vegan back in November of 2013 and I will never go back. It works for ME :) I will follow her on Instagram right now! My name: @beccamariiiie

Jordan Younger

BECCA! This comment just made my day, week and month. You have no idea how much it means to me to hear that my Instagram account has been so influential in your healthy journey. I am so, so thrilled to hear that the plant-based lifestyle has been working for you and that you have been feeling better emotionally and physically. I very much feel you on the anxiety and IBS issues... no fun at all, and I truly TRULY believe that food can be our medicine if we let it be. I am so happy to hear that you are on that page too. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. And thanks again for making my day. Keep commenting, reading, and reaching out! It seriously means everything to me. Xo Jordan

Corryne

I'm entering this giveaway because, like you, I have a very very healthy obsession with granola. I literally do not know if I could live without it, so my heart goes out to you :( but I promise that I will enjoy enough granola for the both of us! I haven't always been healthy. I used to think that I was - by eating anything labeled "low fat, low sugar, diet." It was a few years later that I started doing a lot of research on my own on foods. What I found out was shocking and made me sick (literally). That's when I decided that it was absolutely time for me to start eating a fully plant based vegan diet. I have never felt better! It's been about a year now! I'm so proud of myself :) I'm also in school to become a dietitian and also a Pilates instructor now where I intend to promote the plant based diet. A few of my favorite things to do with granola are: - using them as a rolling to my banana ice cream - topping on smoothies! It's the best because then the smoothie is spoonable! - adding crunch to my oatmeal - sprinkling over a sliced banana smothered in peanut butter and coconut shreds - eating with almond milk as a cereal! My list could go on for daaaaays. I literally LOVE granola. I think I've completely exhausted all of my local (Las Vegas) whole foods granola options. However, I have never tried the one you are giving away! You could imagine my excitement ... I even make it a point to buy granola when I'm on vacation or out of town just so I can be exposed to more! Sometimes I have time to make my own - which is usually peanut butter flavored - mmmmm! Anyway - I'd love to win this giveaway and I hope you can relate to me :) have a good day and good luck with your tummy. Maybe one day I can be your nutritionist!!!! Thank you for being such an inspiration - I look forward to your emails all of the time. Xoxo Corryne

Corryne

Instagram @corrynegraf
Jordan Younger

Hi beautiful Corryne!! What a WONDERFUL entry. I am so, so happy to hear that someone is as obsessed with granola as I am. And what an insanely awesome list of ways to use your granola... reading it literally made me hungry. Banana ice cream + granola sounds so freakishly good right now. And so amazing that you're in school to become a dietitian and a Pilates instructor... I would looove for you to be my nutritionist someday :) let's make it happen! BECCA! This comment just made my day, week and month. You have no idea how much it means to me to hear that my Instagram account has been so influential in your healthy journey. I am so, so thrilled to hear that the plant-based lifestyle has been working for you and that you have been feeling better emotionally and physically. I very much feel you on the anxiety and IBS issues... no fun at all, and I truly TRULY believe that food can be our medicine if we let it be. I am so happy to hear that you are on that page too. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan

bianca @ sweet dreaming

the granola sounds sooo good! it's dangerous to have granola around me :) i am currently in med school so maintaining a healthy lifestyle is the way to be!

Jordan Younger

I am the same way!! It's actually dangerous to have granola around me -- I actively hide it from myself when I have it in the house, haha. Thanks so much for your entry! Love that you're in med school and pursuing a healthy lifestyle, I'm sure you have ten trillion things to juggle!

Clare

I love granola! It reminds me that you only need a small amount to make something good great! It also reminds me that too much of anything can work against you and like all good things in life and life's number one less (and my daily challenge) balance is key!!!!! I thoroughly enjoy your blog! Not only are you recepies amazing (had my first ever smoothie from your blog) but your messages and experiences make me consider my own choices! Your food inspires me to think differently about my own!! Look forward to many more articles!!! I wish you good health and happiness!

Jordan Younger

Yes, so true that you only need a small amount to make something good great!! Balance, balance, balance. YAY so happy that you love the blog. That makes me incredibly happy. BECCA! This comment just made my day, week and month. You have no idea how much it means to me to hear that my Instagram account has been so influential in your healthy journey. I am so, so thrilled to hear that the plant-based lifestyle has been working for you and that you have been feeling better emotionally and physically. I very much feel you on the anxiety and IBS issues... no fun at all, and I truly TRULY believe that food can be our medicine if we let it be. I am so happy to hear that you are on that page too. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan
Jordan Younger

Please ignore the second half of what I wrote, I accidentally pasted someone else's response to you below yours!

Kristen

This looks incredibly yummy! I have been getting closer and closer to my goal of eating nothing but nutrient-rich foods. Since learning I am BRCA1+ (a gene mutation that raises the risk if breast cancer), I have been doing everything in my power to lead an extremely lifestyle.

Jordan Younger

Hi Kristin!! Ahhh, good for you for taking the steps toward a healthier lifestyle after learning about your gene mutation. That is scary, but I truly believe sometimes the hardest things that happen to us are just a blessing in disguise. Maybe this is what you needed to start living the healthiest life you could possibly lead! Sending you tons of love and support. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan

Katrina

Hi Jordan! I recently found your blog after converting to a vegan lifestyle to avoid chronic diseases and stop needlessly killing animals. After making this huge change and learning about plant-based nutrition and medicine, I have changed my career path and plan to major in nutrition and health, hopefully to work in the plant-based industry in the future. Just like everyone else, I love granola and would love to try some-looks delicious!!

Jordan Younger

Hi Katrina, I am so happy to hear that you found the blog after converting to veganism and that you'd like to work in the plant-based industry in the future!!! I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan

Jane

Oh I've been wanting to make granola lately, but it's not always easy to find the time. Winning it would be perfect! My transition to vegan has been gradual. I was vegetarian for a few years, started to cut out processed foods and then ditched dairy to see if it would help with breakouts. I felt great and had much better skin. One day I realized hey, I'm vegan! I love eating primarily plant based now. I've read a lot about it and the science all points positive. Clean food is delicious and I never have to think about foods being good or bad. I love it. I love trying new foods as well so this granola would be so fun to win. ryteljh on Instagram

Jordan Younger

Wow, Jane!! Sounds like we had a pretty similar experience to converting to veganism :) Thanks so much for your awesome entry. And hey, thanks so much for your awesome EMAIL the other day -- literally made my day. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan

Yasmin Wolkow

Hi Jordan, I would love to enter your giveaway! I am a huge fan of granola and I would love to try the granola's you wrote about – especially because they sound so healthy. I love to top my oatmeals, smoothies or parfaits with them. They give my breakfasts/snacks a great crunch and I love that. I eat vegan 99% of the time, love running and yoga and I am currently training for a half marathon, exaclty like you :) Just recently I got to know about your blog and instagram and ever since I am a huge fan of it. With spring and summer coming up, I already see myself trying all your smoothie recipes and this healthy granola would make a great topping for it. My instagram is @binilein (I am from Europe, but I hope this isn't a problem). Thank you for even having a giveaway, that's so great of you :)

Jordan Younger

Hi beautiful girl!! Thanks so much for your entry. I hope you do try out the smoothies with summer coming up! I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. XO Jordan

Nina R.

Thank you for this giveaway! I am Nina, 16 years old and I eat vegetarian for 3, vegan for 1 year and mostly gluten free for 2 months now. I've never felt this good, healthy, and fit before! I like trying out new recipes and I really like your blog! I have oats almost every morning, in form of oatmeal, a pumpkin or banana oatmeal muffin, just oats with almond or coconut milk or in home made granola. Of course, I eat fruit with everything! I love my granola with coconut milk, banana, blueberries, nuts, and chia seeds and I always vary! I'd love to try out something new and the granola mixes and their flavors sound great to me! My name on Instagram is @indierockinhippie
Amy Pickering

Hi! I used to use the normal shop-bought ingredients as I'm a bit too obsessed with it, until I realised just how many dodgy ingredients they include! I was gutted to lose my beloved granola
Brittney @ Sweets 'N' Greens

I'd love to try the granola! I just started really getting healthier last fall, a few years post college. While I've never been overweight, I've never felt healthy or fit either, and was always tired and stressed at work. Since eating healthier and exercising more often, I've gained confidence, am less stressed, and have a lot more energy throughout the day. And, to be honest I've stopped eating a lot of granola because it's so unhealthy with sugars, etc, so I'm really excited to try this one! Also, my name on insta is @SweetsnGreens And, PS. can you send me a link to the article about processed foods you read? I'd love to check it out!

Jordan Younger

Hey Brittney! So happy to hear that you are feeling healthier, less stressed and more energetic. Here is the link to the article about processed foods- http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/07/gross-ingredients_n_4063894.html

Zoe Waldron

I would LOVE to win this granola because I've been searching everywhere for a good, healthy granola. I haven't been able to find one. I am a very mindful eater and love products that are organic, non-refined sugar, and non-GMO that I can eat every day! I started my health journey my sophomore year of college when I moved to Hawaii for a year. I really saw how eating clean affects your mind, body, and spirit and how important it is to have a balanced but delicious meal plan. I like to start my mornings with a coconut yogurt, granola, and organic berry parfait. . Is this sold in southern California - LA area? This looks like a possible new obsession! I followed on Instagram. My handle is @zoewal Cheers! Zoe
Laurie

Hi Zoe! Our Laurie's Granola Creations is based out if long Island, NY and we are in stores in the NY area. We got into three stores in San Francisco and we are in the process of growing out company! Please see the attached link where you can order our granola online! Enjoy Being Healthy! Laurie http://happenstobehealthygranola.com/buy-now/
sharon

i would really love to win this granola because we've switched out diets for healthier, natural, less processed foods. this looks delicious and tropical and yummy and i've love to try it!
carah cole

yum! i love to add a some crunch to my smoothie bowl or paleo porrige
Calli

I would use it as an oatmeal topping! I was never an athletic person, but this year I have been working out a lot and finally starting to feel stronger and happier! I have so much more energy.
Cristina

Hi Jordan, how are you? Firstly, I recently discovered your blog and it's amazing! Keep up the great work :) now about the exciting giveaway!! I absolutely love granola and it's hard to fine some that have good nutritional values and don't add weird ingredients like refined sugars. Therefore I would love to try Laurie's creations granola (I have already followed them on IG mine is: fitlovelife_). My healthy/ fitness journey began when I was 14. Although I've never been very overweight I was 60 kg and my height is 164. Therefore I wanted to completely changed my lifestyle and began to exercise and eat healthy. 6 months later and the weight kept coming off! Since then (7 years later!) I have managed to maintain my weight and thanks to exercising daily I allow myself to treats whenever I feel like them as I believe it's a lifestyle so it's all about balance!! I am a student in london and would love to try this granola!! P.S I promise to posts pictures of it on my IG haha have a lovely day! x

Jordan Younger

Hi darling! Thanks for an awesome entry. And thanks SO much for the kind words about the blog -- I am thrilled that you're liking it! I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xox Jordan

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I'd like to try the granola because it looks delicious and I'm trying to eat something else besides oatmeal each morning for breakfast. Using granola as a topping might make me eat for yogurt or a smoothie. It looks great!
Jordan Younger

Hi Ashley! Oh god, that is so ridiculous!! I hate when things are marketed as "high protein," "healthy," "low calorie," etc.... like, come on people, get the picture and read the labels!!! Ah but thank you for this lovely entry -- I wish I could have picked a million winners for this giveaway-- but stay tuned for more giveaways on the blog (I just posted a nut butter giveaway today, check it out!!) Xoxox Jordan
Jordan Younger

Hi Abby!! Ahh, this is such a wonderful entry. I LOVE your passion for healthy eating and you know I especially love it because I think it's incredible how young you are and what an emphasis you put on your health. You inspire me, and you naming me as one of your role models puts the hugest smile onto my face. Did you get my email about the Vega One info? Email me your phone number so I can give it to the Vega company -- they need that before they can send you your Vega treats!!! I ended up choosing a winner today who has Multiple Sclerosis and has found that a healthy diet has changed everything for her -- woo hoo, so inspiring! But so excited for you to receive your Vega products, my dear :) Xo, Jordan
Jordan Younger

Ahhh, you go to the Baptiste studios?!?!? Baron Baptiste changed my life. This is AMAZING to hear. I am so, so happy that yoga has helped you get more into tune with your bodies needs and cravings. And I can totally relate to you on the extreme dietary restrictions for so many years-- I was the exact same way, and it certainly was not fun, but of course you have to do what works for yourself and your body. Thanks sooo much for the awesome entry. I wish I could have picked a hundred winners for this giveaway, but, alas, I could not... so please check out my future giveaways -- just posted a nut butter giveaway today, I think you'll love it!! White Chocolate Cake Batter cashew butter. It's insane. Xo Jordan