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TV Appearances + Kombucha Giveaway!!!

August 6, 2014

Good morning, and happy Wednesday! This has been one wildly fun week. Last night I was on Take Part Live being interviewed by Meghan McCain, Jacob Soboroff & Jack Osbourne about all things TBB & orthorexia, and I had a blast. They were so supportive and it was great to get the opportunity to spread the word of orthorexia alongside some very esteemed faces in television! We also talked “thinspiration,” & my view on the role social media plays in the health world.

Here is the link to watch!!! (You’ll find the video on the page).

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There have also been some fun magazine interviews and a another SUUUPPPEEERR exciting TV interview tomorrow, but I have clear instructions not to give it away so I’ll keep my mouth shut (for now). Oh, and the book proposal is basically done-zo as of yesterday so glory, hallelujah! I officially have a few minutes of free time (wait, no I don’t) to spend catching up on some IIN classes and getting some fun content up on the bloggy. Oh, and the app. Making some YUMMMM-O recipes for the app.

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Can you tell I’m in a caps lock kinda mood today? I’ll spare you the full effect and stick to normal lettering for now. And speaking of something else I’m currently in the mood for, a.k.a always in the mood for… Kombucha! Specifically… Clearly Kombucha. Only the coolest San Fran based kombucha company around.

I’ve had a lot of people ask me lately, “What brand of kombucha do you recommend?” Well, my friends, this is me telling you. I like local, I like delicious, I like light and refreshing and all-natural and low sugar. And it’s totally organic and non-GMO, because you knooow that’s how I roll. (Wow, I have a lot of stipulations, don’t I?)

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Anyway, the reason I like kombucha is because it tastes delish and it’s also good for my tummy. I hate soda and basically any beverage other than water and all-natural Arnold Palmers (I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again… I’m a five-year-old), so me discovering kombucha a few years back and totally loving it was a pretty big fete.

Clearly Kombucha is super original flavors like Chai Cola & Black Currant. I’ve gotta say, bein the chai fan that I am…. That Chai Cola was totally up my alley and definitely wins as my #1 fav.

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Giveaway!!!

Andddd because I love you all lots, we are doing a giveaway! One lucky winner (within the US, sorry my international loves) will receive a case of kombucha– just COMMENT on this post answering the questions I’ve asked below & telling me why you’d like to win this yummy kombucha!!!

Because things like this fascinate me (and because I love to hang with my fellow Nor Cal natives), I caught up with Clearly Kombucha’s Ali & Caleb to hear more about the company.

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Interview!!!

TBB: How did you come up with the idea to create an organic kombucha company?

A & C: We were both avid kombucha drinkers and felt the health benefits but we wanted to experiment with making our own. We felt like we could make a better tasting one and we wanted to pick out top quality ingredients. Having organic and non-gmo ingredients is very important to us.

TBB: What are your favorite flavors?

Ali: It depends on my mood but my summer go to is Strawberry Hibiscus.

Caleb: Raspberry Ginger.

3. What are your most popular flavors?

A & C: We spent over two years developing each of our flavors. The 7 flavors that are on grocery store shelves right now have undergone lots of refining to get them just right. In the winter months Raspberry Ginger tends to be a favorite due to its warming ginger zest.  In the summer months our light and refreshing flavors tend to be favorites, like Strawberry Hibiscus and Tangerine.

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4. What are the best foods to pair kombucha with?

Ali: I like to use our kombucha as the liquid base in my green smoothies [GREAT IDEA!!]

Caleb: I enjoy our kombucha with kale chips and avocado because it is a great afternoon pick me up.

5. The best health benefits of kombucha?

Ali & Caleb: Kombucha has probiotics and antioxidants from the tea and is a great healthy alternative to soda or an alcoholic beverage.

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There you have it, my dearies. What a delicious treat and especially amazing for the end of summer while it’s still hot and you are looking for a refreshing beverage… and if you’re like me and you really don’t enjoy sipping on anything alcoholic, kombucha is also a really fun party drink.

Also… don’t forget there is a 10% off sale going on right now over at TBV Apparel!!! Use the discount code ‘tbbturnsone’ at checkout to get your goods!

What flavor would you like to try best? What did you think of the Take Part Live Interview?!Anything else exciting going on in your Wednesdays?!

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I Wanna Know what do you think?

  • I would like to try the Raspberry Ginger. I thought the interview was cool. Nothing super special today, but yesterday was my 3 year anniversary!
    • Happy 3 year (+1 day) anniversary!!!!
  • OMG!! Clicking over to watch right after I finish typing this. So excited for you!!!! I would love to try the Raspberry Ginger!
    • Yayyy!! Thanks boo. And yes, great choice. That one is super duper yummy.
  • I would love to try Kombucha for the first time! It's always intimidating but this looks great!
    • You would looove kombucha!! It certainly is great. So yummy!
  • I looooooove kombucha, but it's a little pricy for an eveyday drink so I would love some raspberry ginger. I try to get my patients to try new foods, but when I asked them about kombucha they stared at me like I grew another head haha. More for me I guess!
    • Agreed!!! I wish kombucha were just a litttle cheaper and I would drink it every day. Haha so funny that your patients responded that way about kombucha!! So many people have never heard of it. But it is getting more and more popular, so yahoo!
  • I loved the interview! You are so honest and so well spoken- two things to be very proud of. I would love to try the black currant flavor :)
    • Aww, thank you Rene! I can't tell you how much that means. And great flavor choice :) so, so delicious!
  • Chia Cola is soooooo calling my name!
    • Right?! Too delicious for words!!!
  • Jordan, I loved the interview! I thought that the roundtable did a very good job asking questions and you were eloquent and honest in all of your answers. I am a college student and I started college as a vegan. When I quit veganism due to my own health concerns my second year at school there was a huge backlash from other vegans I knew. Some still won't talk to me to this day. You inspire me to be honest with people about my diet choices and proud of trying to be healthy and balanced. I learned more about orthorexia from the interview as well. Like you mentioned, I had never heard of the disorder until you confessed to the blog. It was actually through the media surrounding the change (specifically Zooey Deschanel's tweet) that I initially found your blog. I agree that you are brave, and I thought you made a good point about "thinspiration." It all comes back to the quote from President Theodore Roosevelt, "Comparison is the thief of joy." I have been implementing some of the things on your blog and other blogs in my life and it has made me feel more balanced and serene. I had a green smoothie for breakfast this morning and started my day with warm water with lemon and ginger. I have been drinking Kombucha for the last few years. It does wonders for my system. Most OTC probiotics are dairy derived and I'm dairy intolerant so it is a delightful way to restore my gut. I've never had any local Kombucha, and regardless if I win or not I'm inspired to find some local alternatives. I love to try new things, so all of the flavors sound great in their own way. I am chai tea, chai cookie, chai everything lover though. I would love to try the chai cola first and foremost. As for my day. I am a biochemistry student doing microbiology research at my University. Today I'm growing up bacteria in liquid cultures to overproduce a protein that I need (I apologize if that got too science jargon-y.) Tonight I'm not doing anything special, a little yoga, cooking some pizza quesadillas (sun dried tomato, olive oil, and fresh arugula on fresh homemade naan/tortillas!) But I'm very excited for tomorrow because I'm participating in a local Stroll for Epilepsy to help raise funds to find better treatments for seizure disorders.
    • Hailey, what an amazing comment!!! I couldn't agree more about the TR quote that "comparison is the thief of joy"... I hang onto that one all the time because it is so meaningful to me and such an important virtue to remember! I am so thrilled that you discovered my blog through Zooey's tweet - so cool the way social media can work to connect people to one another who never would have known each other or known about each other otherwise. I agree that kombucha is amazing for sensitive systems with food intolerances. Chai cola is a great flavor choice. ;) def my fav!! And that Stroll for Epilepsy sounds awesome tomorrow-- enjoy, beauty! And keep an eye out for an email at the end of the week-- I will be announcing the winner of the giveaway! Xox looking forward to continuing to connect with you on the blog!!
  • I would love to try Strawberry Hibiscus! I love Hibiscus! My wednesday consisted of cooking and keeping up with my Kiddos! I just discovered Kombucha (flavor was sangria) last year and I was in awe. Many people said it was an acquired taste but I was surprised its not bad at all I really like the fizz! And I enjoyed the interview! Thank you for being honest with us, I always scan through my IG and wish I was perfect like some health bloggers that I follow like you :) and knowing that going vegan or cutting things out completely won't always be the best option for my body type. I still enjoy your recipes like the Oat meal cookie smoothie I just had yesterday morning with my three year old that loves it too!
  • Pick me! Pick me! :) Ahhhhhh I'm dying over this giveaway! I would LOVE to try the Strawberry Hibiscus! I live in Louisiana and we don't get much variety for Kombucha, most stores only have Synergy. The interview was great! Good for you for taking action to get better and sharing with others. This Wednesday/month I'm loving the work from home summit videos hosted by Ryan Yokome! Just got done watching Lori Harder and John Assaraf talk about how they grew thier businesses. So inspiring/interesting/motivating! Check it out!
    • Ahh, Jessie! Such an awesome comment! That is so fantastic that you've been watching those videos.. they sound very inspiring. The strawberry hibiscus is definitely delicious. Keep an eye out for an email at the end of the week-- I will be reaching out to the winners then!! Sending you so much love from California to Louisiana! Xox
  • I just wanted to thank you for speaking out about the dangers that can come along with obsessing over food. Not that being vegan is inherently bad, being vegan can be an extremely healthy option, but that people need to really ask themselves if they are making healthy choices. I think that many people (someone very close to me included) are using veganism as a way to allow their anorexia to go under the radar. Having nothing to order on a menu, or nothing to eat a party because of the restrictions of a vegan diet makes it easy for someone to deceive their friends and family (maybe even themselves) into thinking they are making healthy ethical choices, when really they are making themselves sick. Again, thank you for your bravery and being so outspoken on this issue. Also, I mean who wouldn't mind winning a case of kombucha!?
    • Absolutely, Penelope. So refreshing to read a comment like yours! I am so happy to hear that we are on the same page. You are so correct that there is absolutely nothing wrong with veganism-- it can be an extremely healthy way to eat, when done in the right way! It can also be used as a shield to mask an eating disorder, and it can also cause eating disorders due to restriction. I hope that your close friend gets help-- don't hesitate to send them my way if you think it would help for them to read about someone going through similar struggles. Sending you so much love! Keep your eyes open because I will be sending out an email for the winner of the giveaway later this week! Xox
  • I love kombucha!! I always opt for the local brand also... Right now I am drinking Clark's Cultures kombucha in the strawberry flavor. It's based in Scranton PA where I am visiting family right now. It's my third bottle in two days!!! I would love to try the Strawberey hibiscus flavor yumyum. I absolutely loved your video, because it was exactly what I needed to hear. I have been recovering from anorexia for the past year, and I still have trouble because I feel inadequate to all these health gurus who restrict on all types of food... This spoke to me because I know I Don't have to restrict to be healthy. Thank you!!! Right now I am on my way to visit my great aunt Ruth, and then hopefully relax with my book (Orange is the New Black, much better than the show!).
    • Aww, Grace! I am so glad that the interview struck a chord with you. Recovery is so hard and it is so, so easy to begin to feel inadequate, especially in the face of all of the "thinspiration" out there. All you have to know is that YOU are enough, and if you are confident in your own beautiful skin, then you will be the happiest, healthiest and most undeniably radiant version of yourself. So proud of you for realizing that you don't need to restrict in order to be healthy. Sending you SO much love! I am always here. And yay, enjoy the book!!! I love the show OITNB so I can only image that the book must totally rock. Xox
  • black currant sounds the best to me :) i really enjoyed the interview! oh just studying for med school finals....but winning this would basically make my year :)
    • Hmmm black currant!! That one was so good. Aww, YAY. Stay posted for the winners, I will announce them at the end of this week! And fabulous about studying for med school finals. So much respect for you. You'll kill them!
  • YUMMM I'd like to try the strawberry hibiscus. I've heard so much about kombucha but I live in an area that pretty much offers nothing when it comes to different/healthy food/drink options. I loved your interview...I would be so nervous to do something like that but you seemed confident the entire time. Today is technically my Thursday as I have Friday off of work for a bachelorette weekend so yayyyyyy for me!
    • Thank you so much, Erica!! I was nervous... it just doesn't show on camera, thank goodness! Oh, how awesome that you have Friday off. What a fab week! You will have a blast this weekend. And strawberry hibiscus is a great choice! Xox
  • I'd love to try the Raspberry Ginger-- I have a lot of digestive issues so ginger does wonders for me, plus the probiotic qualities of the kombucha! The interview was great-- a lot more exciting than my current Wednesday at work!
    • Yay, thanks so much about the interview! Oh, I have tons of digestive issues too so I totally feel you. Ginger is a godsend. And kombucha is too yummy.
  • I'd love to win this kombucha because I haven't tried this brand yet and because I totally trust your taste that it rocks! You are awesome as always in the interview! Rock on, balanced blonde!
    • Oh yes! So glad that you trust my taste. Thanks so much about the interview!! It was a blast doing it. Sending you so much love!
  • I would love to try the chai cola. Never have had chai in anything other than tea (which of course I love). The whole interview was pretty rad in my book! I plan to go home and take a nap after work, and for me, that's really exciting!
    • Mmmm, I agree about chai. I hadn't had it in much other than tea either, so trying it in a cold fizzy drink was super fun. And yay for naps!! A nap is sounding pretty amazing to me right now. Xox
  • I've never tried Kombucha before....the strawberry hibiscus or raspberry ginger sounds good!
    • You've gotta try it! You will love. Great flavor choices. Raspberry ginger was my fav out of those two!
  • Kombucha is my jam! All the flavors sound amazing, but the chai cola sounds like nothing I've ever had. Yum! I loved your interview, and have pretty much already decided that I want to be friends with you. Haha. Nothing too exciting happening for this lil' lady today, just going to work. Hugs!
    • I'm so with you on the chai cola. Most delicious and innovative flavor of kombucha I've tried in a long time! And ummm, let's be friends! I love that idea. :))) so glad you loved the interview. Thanks for the support. Hope work hasn't been too bad today! Xox
  • I've never tried Kombucha...I can't possibly be missing out on that much, can I?
    • It's seriously delicious! If you aren't big into flavors you might want to consider trying GTs kombucha plain flavor (you can find it at Whole Foods) orrr their Gingerade. I love it! It is a pretty strong flavor, though. So you have to like that kind of thing!
  • That one is so yummy!! Great choice. :)
  • Sarah, ahhh thank you for such an incredible comment!! Every word of this had me smiling from ear to ear! Those crazy diets we were putting ourselves on were sooo beyond not worth the misery... but sometimes it takes being in a place like that to be able to come out of it and see ourselves (in relation to our diets) clearly. And HECK YES on chia seed pudding. It's out of this world. I miss it from my fav NYC spot Gingersnap's Organic!!! And OMG tripod headstand?! You are a rockstar. That must have been such an exciting morning. Will be emailing out the winner of this giveaway later this week, keep your eyes peeled :) xox
  • Ooh, you make your own kombucha?! I have always wanted to try that. So awesome. And those two flavors are my two favs... great choices!
  • Ryan, thank you so much for such a fabulous comment! I can't tell you how much it means to me to hear you say all of those awesome & kind words. I couldn't agree more that we need more voices out there advocating individuality and falling in love with our bodies versus all that really detrimental "thinspiration" flooding the internet and social media. And ooh, painting your house, how fun! And I have always been fascinated by the primal diet. I am sure you feel amazing eating that way. Thanks again for the sweet words-- I will be emailing the winner of the giveaway at the end of the week, so keep your eyes peeled! Look forward to continuing to connect with you, beauty! Xox
  • Thank you so much!! What a kind comment. I totally agree about the chai cola.. sooo yummy. Hope you had a nice class!! Xox
  • Ahh I love kombucha and these flavors sounds so unique and amazing! Particularly the Chai!
  • Strawberry Hibiscus sounds totally refreshing and would have been a great addition to my day at the beach on this beautiful Wednesday. Great interview. I love hearing about local companies and their passion to better themselves, and it's consumers.
  • I loooove me some kombucha and this brand sounds amazing! I would like to try Raspberr Ginger... one of my favorite kombuchas is a ginger flavor, so I think it sounds so delicious :) I think your interview is so inspiring. I read your blog constantly and have been with you from your shift out of veganism to being the balanced blonde! Soooo happy for you :) Anything exciting? My mom is coming to visit me this weekend! Yayyyy mama's food <3
  • Loved the interview, great job as always. I completely agree with what you alluded to about dishonest blogging. Arman had a crazy post highlighting some of the tricks certain (unnamed) bloggers use to essentially deceive people into thinking they are perfect. I felt so naive reading it, I was just blown away. Anyyyyway, I would love to try Raspberry Ginger or the strawberry flavor. Would you believe I've never tried kombucha?? Craziness. I spent yesterday with my sister who is visiting from Colorado, including a quick trip to the beach. :)
  • I would love to try the raspberry ginger. I thought that the interview was wonderful and again, very eye opening. I think that far more young people in this world are silently suffering. No big plans except for work!
  • Love to try the strawberry hibiscus! Also, who knew you could use kombucha for a base in smoothies? thanks to the interview, i do! Also, getting ready to graduate next week from my grad program so wrapping things up this week! :)
  • I would love to try the Chai Cola! Chai is my absolute favorite tea so I'm sure I would enjoy it! :) I've never really tried a lot of Kombucha just because the taste steered me away, but I think the Chai Cola might convince my taste buds otherwise.. With your interview, it's so nice that more companies are coming out with products that are organic and GMO free, not only are they providing fresh, natural and healthy products for us, but they are helping the environment too!! My big plans are spending the weekend up at my Aunt's lake house. Going to enjoy some paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, yoga and relaxation before heading back to school! You are so inspirational! I love all the reviews & recipes you post and especially your photos on Instagram!
  • I adore Kombucha and always splurge on it (health is an investment right?). The raspberry flavor sounds delicious but I have a soft spot in my heart for black currant. Great great great interview! I'm so happy for you and all the opportunities that are coming your way. Congratulations and enjoy :)
  • Hmmm, never have tried....but saw on the shelf at the store. Guess I should have grabbed it!
  • I'm sure I would love the raspberry ginger, but I'm really intrigued by the black currant. I love kombucha but my wallet doesn't. Have you ever thought about brewing it yourself? I'd love to try but I'm intimidated! Loved the interview, I didn't like the taste the first time I tried kombucha so used it as a smoothie base and slowly started loving the taste. I'm looking forward to my run tonight, the east coast is having perfect weather today.
  • First, I just want to say THANK YOU for speaking out about your struggles and being so honest. I struggled with orthorexia in college (and still do sometimes) and I really loved your interview on Take Part! I love how honest you are and I think that a lot of people are really going to benefit from hearing your story! I would LOVE to try the Chai Cola kombucha...it sounds so refreshing!
  • oomg the Chai Cola is totally up my alley. I am a chai fiend...theres a place in Hell's Kitchen that makes the absolute best almond chai ever...if you're in NYC again anytime soon you HAVE TO GET IT (I like cap locks too ;-) Anywho...i need this kombucha because GT kombucha isnt as exciting as this brand! (still got love for them though) I need something new to spice up my life and i could use all the probiotics i can get. I'm a new reader, but ive been loving your story, girl....killin it ;-)
  • I really want to try the strawberry hibiscus flavor - yum! I loved the interview. It's awesome knowing about new, all-organic and GMO free products out there, especially when it's Kombucha! - I can drink it all day long. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the chance!
  • I would love to try the raspberry ginger. I have a very sensitive stomach, and I love how soothing kombucha is on an upset stomach! Plus it tastes delicious. The interview was great as well. I admire how honest you've been with your struggles… your honesty and relatability are so refreshing!
  • I'm so proud of you. You don't even know me and that may sound creepy, but I've commented before on how I couldn't read your blog for a while BECAUSE of your orthorexia (I recognized it as I have struggled with anorexia/orthorexia eventually leading to bulimia/orthorexia for 4 years). When you came out and started to introduce eggs and salmonI could still see the orthorexia in you. But you've let go and enjoyed things like dairy and other things and realized nothing in moderation hurts you! Congratulations for being a GENUINELY healthy role model now! So inspiring, truly you seems so much happier and are radiating! I loved your interview, social media is the worst. I've filtered my own list of people I'm following! It just seems sallow now to focus your whole energy on looks and perfection. How boring! I would LOVE to try the raspberry ginger. It sounds so amazing. I've had GT kombucha a few times and adore it but as a college student I can't afford the luxury on a regular basis! (It was either give up kombucha or good quality dark chocolate and that wasn't happening! haha)
  • Raspberry ginger looks so yummy!!! Your interview was awesome, you are so great on TV. Super inspiring- passed it along to my sisters. My wednesday was completed with an awesome yoga class! Im doing a 30 classes in 40 days challenge at my studio. :)
  • Raspberry Ginger would be delicious!
  • I thought your interview was great, and it's great that you're able to point out that the health blog world isn't always as honest as it should be and that you want to strive to be as honest as possible. My only negative point, although I understand that this was a very short segment so there wasn't much time to go into more detail, is that you all didn't point out that although being vegan (or paleo or whatever else) can be restrictive, it is not necessarily inherently restrictive for everyone who chooses to follow those lifestyles. That said, I still really appreciate your openness and honesty! And I'd absolutely love to try that chai cola kombucha!
  • How exciting, and such a wonderful interview! I love kombucha. I've tried introducing it to my friends and family members, but clearly one has to acquire a taste for it. ;) I'd love to try the Raspberry Ginger. :)
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