Showing posts with label BeeAlive. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BeeAlive. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Fresh vs. Freeze-Dried Royal Jelly

Why Non Freeze-Dried?
BeeAlive Royal Jelly products are the highest quality, most potent on the market because they contain only fresh, never freeze-dried Royal Jelly. Many companies freeze-dry Royal Jelly, or expose it to dry, freezing air, because it is convenient and inexpensive, but scientific research has shown freeze-drying Royal Jelly to a powder removes not only its moisture content but its nutritional benefits, as well. Benefits of nature’s precious substance have been observed in studies using only fresh, non freeze-dried Royal Jelly. We strive to preserve Royal Jelly's complete nutritional and superfood goodness.

Because we use only fresh Royal Jelly in all of our products, we must handle nature’s delicate substance with great care. If Royal Jelly is not harvested, transported, stored and manufactured under the proper conditions, it will degrade rapidly.

10-HDA
Royal Jelly is measured by its amount of 10-HDA (10-Hydroxy-2-Decenoic Acid), a powerful fatty acid which promotes Royal Jelly’s many health benefits. Royal Jelly found in the hive contains 2% 10-HDA, which is the concentration found in our Royal Jelly. In its freeze-dried, processed, “unnatural” state, the content of 10-HDA found in Royal Jelly is generally between 4 and 6%. A higher 10-HDA does not indicate that freeze-dried Royal Jelly is superior to fresh Royal Jelly; only that its natural moisture has been removed. In fact, a study measuring the stability of fresh Royal Jelly compared to freeze-dried found that freeze-dried Royal Jelly was more prone to degradation over time than its fresh counterpart.

BeeAlive fresh Royal Jelly is as close to nature as you can get!

All About BeeAlive Royal Jelly

About BeeAlive Royal Jelly
BeeAlive has been working in partnership with nature’s bees since 1984. For the last three decades, this family-owned and operated business, passed down from founder Madeline Balletta to her son, Jason, and his wife, Rose, has paved its way as the leading provider of pure, never freeze-dried Royal Jelly, the food of the Queen Bee, and other natural wellness products. In the same way that bees utilize the pollen of plants to sustain the abundance of nature, we pride ourselves on providing top quality products that allow individuals to help their bodies help themselves. As part of a culture that emphasizes the importance of nourishing the inner body with vitamins and nutrients in nature’s whole form, we believe that we should treat our skin, the largest organ of the body, with the same respect. BeeAlive Spa Essentials™ natural skin care is the perfect complement to BeeAlive’s holistic approach. And because we are always staying on top of new developments in natural ingredients and Royal Jelly, you can be confident our products are ones everyone will be buzzing about.

BeeAlive respects what nature has created.
BeeAlive products contain only fresh, never freeze-dried Royal Jelly to preserve its complete nutrition and superfood goodness. Many companies freeze-dry Royal Jelly because it is convenient and inexpensive, but scientific research has shown freeze-drying causes Royal Jelly to lose many nutritional benefits. Benefits of nature’s precious substance have been observed in studies using only fresh, non freeze-dried Royal Jelly.

BeeAlive Royal Jelly is as close to nature as possible.
BeeAlive Royal Jelly is harvested from the finest hand-selected hives in Chiang Mai, Thailand, one of the best places on Earth from which to harvest precious Royal Jelly. Expert beekeepers treat bees with the same respect nature does. Every batch of Royal Jelly that goes into our products is tested by independent, third party laboratories. This ensures the precious nature of Royal Jelly remains pure and wholesome without additives – just as it is straight from the hive, the way nature intended.

What Is Royal Jelly?
Royal Jelly is a rare and nutritious substance from the beehive, found only in nature and unable to be duplicated in a lab. It is not honey or pollen, but the food of the Queen Bee. All bees in the hive are born genetically identical, but one is chosen as the Queen. The Queen Bee, fed her exclusive Royal Jelly diet, grows very large, lays about 2,000 eggs a day and lives approximately two to three years, while other bees, who eat only honey and pollen, live only two to three weeks. The only difference is their diet!

Royal Jelly’s benefits are not limited to our buzzing friends. At BeeAlive we’ve only known about Royal Jelly since 1984, but individuals in different parts of Europe, Africa and Asia have been using it internally and on the skin for centuries, experiencing a powerful host of health and beauty benefits, due to the superfood’s wide array of nutrients, antioxidants and naturally occurring bioactive compounds, including B vitamins, proteins and other biochemical cofactors, amino acids, peptides, fatty acids, Acetylcholine, Royalactin and 10-HDA, a compound unique to Royal Jelly.

Benefits of Royal Jelly:
· A body balancer that optimizes physical and mental energy levels
· Supports healthy, balanced cholesterol and stress levels
· Analytical testing has shown that Royal Jelly is composed of many biologically active compounds, including B vitamins, such as pantothenic acid (B5) and B6, proteins, amino acids, peptides, fatty acids and biochemical cofactors
· Nature's only source of Royalactin, which is responsible for the Queen Bee's development and longevity
· Contains Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved with learning and memory, making Royal Jelly a true brain food!
· Consists of nutrients, such as B vitamins, flavonoids, nucleic acid, decanoic acid, enzymes and hormones, thought to support skin renewal and collagen production for firmer, youthful looking skin
· Ideal for lethargic, run down or fully scheduled, maxed out individuals
· A vital supplement for menopausal women and women at the peak of their childbearing years
· The ultimate addition to your healthy diet and lifestyle!

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

BeeAlive @ the Korean Harvest Festival

This past weekend, October 12-13, 2013, we ventured out to Randall's Island Park in New York for the 31st Annual Korean Harvest Festival.


The Festival promotes Korean culture, food and agriculture, and features music, performing artists, celebrities and more. The Korean Harvest Festival is one of the largest Korean-American events in the U.S. The Korean Harvest Festival is organized annually by the Korean Produce Association, serving the interests of Korean-American green grocery owners and the communities they serve since 1973.

We had a great time (despite the increasing fall wind!) and every one loved trying our products. Royal Jelly is especially popular in Asian cultures, as it has been used for various benefits throughout centuries, so almost everyone was familiar with its amazing power.

We even met the U.S. representative to Korean Professional Wrestling, Curtis Johnson! At 7'3", he needs to make sure he gives his body adequate nutrition to be on top of his game. He loved the taste of our Sweet Energy and the effects of Energy SERJ for a quick boost before workouts and matches -- he even wrestled at the Festival!

Stay tuned to watch us #SERJOUT at our next event!
 
Whether 7'3" or 5'1", Energy SERJ is sure to give
you a natural surge of energy!

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

BeeAlive Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness


Breast Cancer Awareness Month | October 2013
 
We all have a family member, a friend, or know someone who has experienced cancer. Breast cancer awareness is a cause very near and dear to our very own Rose's heart since her mother was diagnosed with (and thankfully beat) breast cancer in 1996. Fortunately, treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation exist to help fight the disease. Unfortunately, these treatments can have unpleasant side effects, especially on the skin, which Rose's mother experienced first-hand.


Rose, her mom and triplets, Evelyn, Julia & Jax!

Through research, Rose learned that when a person’s immune system is compromised by an illness such as cancer, especially while undergoing treatment, the skin is unable to go through its natural reparative process – the result sometimes being dry, rough skin.

However, keeping your body hydrated and skin moisturized before, during and after treatment can greatly reduce these side effects. Rose spearheaded the creation of BeeAlive Spa Essentials™ natural skin care line as a safe, non-toxic alternative for women who desire to radiate natural beauty, in part because of her mother's experience.



That is why this October, BeeAlive has partnered with a local hospital to support its Blow Away Breast Cancer campaign. With each purchase of a BeeAlive Spa Essentials™ Royal Jelly Serum, we will donate one full size Spa Essentials natural skin care product to a woman undergoing breast cancer treatment.



Plus, as our gift to you for helping to support our cause, we will add one FREE Foaming Honey Cleanser to your purchase. Get it here now.

All BeeAlive Spa Essentials™ natural skin care products are soothing, alcohol-free and 100% free of synthetic preservatives and fragrances to hydrate, tone, soften and refresh the skin without stripping it of essential moisture. Key herbs, essential oils and bee products, such as Aloe, Honey, Royal Jelly, Lavender, Rhodiola and Green Tea employ the task of protecting and nourishing your skin so that you and your loved ones can focus on a full recovery.

Harvest Your Authentic Beauty™ and Blow Away Breast Cancer!


Thursday, October 3, 2013

Honeybee Disappearance Worsening

Bees are major pollinators, and without them, we wouldn't have access to some of our favorite foods, as there are different types of bees that can only pollinate certain crops.

What does that mean? Without bees, almonds, blueberries, apples and more would cease to exist. All of these are staple foods in typical diets, and soon there may be a shortage of these commonplace foods, thanks to the decreasing populations of honeybees both internationally and in the United States. The honey bee decline is caused by several factors, including pesticides, sublethal exposure to chemicals, pathogens and parasites, poor nutrition and environmental stressors among other issues.

The ABC News clip below explains how the U.S. honeybee decline has worsened from 2012 to 2013. However, you can help save the bees by planting native vegetation in your yard. We rely on bees for much more than honey, and they need our help! #SaveTheBees!


BeeAlive Exhibits @ Natural Products Expo East 2013

What a fantastic, successful whirlwind of five days we had exhibiting at Natural Products Expo East, the largest natural, organic and healthy products trade show on the east coast.

We were one of 1,200 exhibitors at the Baltimore Convention Center, and although that number could seem overwhelming to attendees, it didn't stop anyone from visiting our booth! Our booth was full the entire time the show floor was open from Thursday, September 26 to Saturday, September 28, 2013.

What did we love about the show?

1. Attendees loved our booth and products. We had one booth that featured our Royal Jelly and Energy SERJ with our BeeAlive Spa Essentials skincare. Most people were attracted to our "Man On Fire" Energy SERJ mascot, while others couldn't wait to get their hands on samples of our soothing natural skincare. Everyone acknowledged that our packaging is beautiful and would stand out on store shelves -- music to our ears!

Our booth featured our Royal Jelly, Energy SERJ and
Spa Essentials natural skincare.
 


2. Attendees loved our story. While telling visitors to our booth the story of our almost-30-year-old company, many attendees stated that they appreciated such a genuine, inspirational background. Madeline founded BeeAlive at her kitchen table in 1984, passed her wisdom and mission to help others onto her son Jason, and he and his wife Rose, whose son Jax has severe allergies, have been inspired to show others how to help their bodies help themselves ever since.

Rose, Jason, Evelyn, Julia & Jax Balletta

3. Health conscious consumers are growing! According to retailers, their customers are growing more and more health conscious and interested in natural, organic, gluten- and GMO-free and green products. Many store owners loved our healthy superfood supplements, natural skincare and authentic values, and were confident their customers would, too!

Source: Royal Jelly is the perfect addition to a healthy family!

4. People care about the BEES! Colony collapse disorder (CCD) is a tragic reality, but one plus side is that more people than we've ever met at shows before were knowledgeable and concerned about the decline of bees. Consumers are aware that two out of every three foods we eat relies on pollinators, so something needs to be done to reverse this potential disaster. Attendees also appreciated the fact that our Royal Jelly and honey is sustainably harvested and no bees are harmed in the process. We attribute the growing consumer awareness to increased mainstream media coverage of the decline of bees and CCD, more popularly referenced the "beepocolypse" -- even though we have been discussing this issue for years, we are thrilled that awareness is being spread.

Source: Mainstream media is giving more coverage to the
decline of the bee population and colony collapse disorder.


We had a fantastic time, as always, at the Natural Products Expo. Thank you to New Hope 360 for a wonderful show. We'll see you in California for Natural Products Expo West!

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Let It Bee

Do you love the song "Let It Be" by the Beatles? We do!

So does Rose. This weekend while sitting down to dinner with Jason and the triplets, Jax didn't like the chicken, Julia didn't like the potatoes, Evelyn just wanted to play, and Jason thought dinner needed more seasoning... the typical life of a mother/wife, right? Anyway, Rose told Jason to play "Let It Be" so that hopefully the song's powerful message of letting go of your troubles and letting peace overcome would resonate.

After dinner, the triplets gave Rose a drawing they had made. "Mommy, we made this for you," said Julia. "It's a letter B, like the song."

"Noooo, honey, I think you meant 'let it be.'" said Rose. "Yes, letter B!" said Julia.

So... right over the head with that one, but cute nonetheless!

Jam out to the classic here:
 

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

BeeAlive @ the American Health & Wellness Fair

On Saturday, September 14, BeeAlive exhibited at the American Health & Wellness Fair at Brookdale Park in Montclair (or Bloomfield depending on who you ask), New Jersey. The mission of the fair is to educate and inspire the community towards improved health and wellness through interactive demos, free health assessments and the latest in healthy products and food. Since providing top-quality, healthy products and educating individuals on how to care for their bodies is important to us, we knew we were a great fit.
 

 
The event was free to the public, and since it was such a beautiful day, it was nice to see so many people outside enjoying the fresh air. Lots of people stopped by our tent to try Energy SERJ and hear about BeeAlive Royal Jelly from Lori, our founder Madeline Balletta's daughter, and about the nourishing properties of BeeAlive Spa Essentials natural skin care from formulator and third-generation organic farmer Petra.
The best part was meeting all the people who have been BeeAlive Auto Ship customers for years and remember listening to Madeline on the radio when she first started the company.
We can't wait to participate next fair!
 

Monday, September 9, 2013

BeeAlive 'Bee'dazzles Brooklyn @ NYC Honey Fest

On Saturday, September 7, Team BeeAlive 'bee'dazzled the crowds at the third annual NYC Honey Fest, hosted by Brooklyn Grange Rooftop Farm and Rockaway Beach Club at the 86th Street Boardwalk at Rockaway Beach, recently rebuilt post-Hurricane Sandy.
 

Seven of us took on the beach wind with two booths on the boardwalk -- one showcasing our Royal Jelly supplements and Energy SERJ, and the other displaying BeeAlive Spa Essentials natural skin care. Alongside our booths were various bee-inspired honeys, beers, arts and crafts, candles and even pickles!



We loved meeting bee lovers, beach bums and passersby at the Boardwalk. Visitors couldn't get enough Energy SERJ and loved it as a natural alternative to their regular energy drink or coffee afternoon pick-me-up. Many women visiting our Spa Essentials booth have been using honey on their skin for years, and were so happy to find a natural skin care line that incorporates not only honey, but Royal Jelly, propolis and pollen, as well!

 



 
 
Can't wait for next year!

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Labor Day Appreciation

This year, before you think about Labor Day as the start of a new school year and the end of summer vacations, think about it as a day to honor all the workers who help you somehow in your life, but don't always get the proper recognition. 

Labor Day is a useful day on which to contemplate how much we all depend on the labor of others, without which we really could do nothing. Think about the food you buy that's grown by farmers, delivered by truck drivers and sold by store clerks -- or the Internet we access because someone somewhere is handling the servers -- or the garbage collectors who ensure we aren't sitting our own messes! Almost all labor is invisible, but we depend on it and would soon notice its absence.

Honor yourself and the jobs you do on this day, as well. Whether a lawyer, a gardener or a mother, your contributions make the world go round.

At BeeAlive, we are so blessed to work among a team of intelligent individuals who all bring something unique and valuable to the table. Just as Steve Jobs, Martha Stewart and Mark Zuckerberg could not have created their brand empires alone, we at BeeAlive rely on all members of the team to accomplish our mission to positively impact the health and lives of our customers through our products, messages, interactions and commitments.
 
 
BeeAlive would not be possible without our knowledgeable sales and caring customer service representatives, efficient distribution employees, high-integrity accountants, savvy technology, creative marketing and cutting-edge R & D teams, precise formulators and founders with vision.
 
Each employee of BeeAlive is considered an asset and integral part of our success. We are especially grateful to the many BeeAlive employees who have been here for almost 30 years (including those who could have retired long ago)! Why do we love working here? BeeAlive offers a positive and supportive environment that makes us eager to come in to work and dedicate our time and energy every day. Maybe that's why the people who matter most to us -- our customers -- have consistently praised our employees as “considerate” and even “compassionate” -- because when you're happy, you bring it to all aspects of your life! 
 


Great leaders recognize their dependence on the gifts and talents of people around them and work hard to diffuse the applause. This isn't just modesty. Great companies are built through collaboration, argument, debate, and dissent that take good ideas, test them and stretch them to achieve successful outcomes. 

So this Labor Day, while you're not laboring (if you're so lucky), spare a thought for all those people, seen and unseen, known and anonymous, on whose work you depend. They're everywhere you go and inside everything you do. The next time you see one of them, shoot 'em a smile and "thank you." That appreciation means more than a day off!
 

 


Monday, July 22, 2013

Recipes with Rose: Sweet Summer Snacks to Stay Cool

It's been a while since we shared a recipe, but Rose arrived at BeeAlive this morning raving about the deliciously sweet, healthy desserts she and the triplets indulged in this weekend to stay cool during the heat wave.

What's so cool about them? Besides being frozen, each treat contains Royal Jelly to pack in extra nutrients. Pretty cool if you ask a health nut like me!
 
Without further ado, here are Rose's recipes for Fruity Royal Jelly Ice Pops and Royal Jelly Chocolate Shakes!

Fruity Royal Jelly Ice Pops
 
 
Source

Ingredients:
  • Half medium seedless watermelon*
  • 1/2 c. strawberries*
  • 1 ripe banana*
  • 1/2 c. frozen blueberries*
  • 1/2 c. frozen raspberries*
  • 4 tsp. BeeAlive Royale Raw Royal Jelly
Yields 12-16 ice pops.
*Ice pops may vary. Add whatever fruit you desire!


Cut watermelon into bite-size chunks. Add ingredients to blender. After fully blended, pour contents into ice pop mold tray, filling each mold completely. If you don't have a tray, you can fill small paper cups. Insert ice pop sticks and freeze until solid (usually about 6 hours). If you have any leftover liquid before freezing, drink as yummy juice!

Royally Chocolate Shake

Source

Ingredients:
Yields approximately three 6 oz. servings (one for each triplet!).

Add ingredients to blender. Pour contents into tall glass and enjoy! Feel free to add garnishes such as a frozen banana, chocolate chips or sprinkles.

Monday, July 15, 2013

BeeAlive SERJ(es)OUT at Rockland Road Runners Race

At BeeAlive, we love getting involved in our local community. This past Saturday, July 13, BeeAlive participated in the Women's Distance Festival 5K run/walk at Rockland Lake in Congers, NY. For 26 years, the Women's Distance Festival 5K, presented by Rockland Road Runners, has been the only women’s running or walking event in Rockland County. All proceeds benefit the Rockland Family Shelter, now known as the Center for Safety and Change, a community organization that serves victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes.

Team BeeAlive arrived at the race bright and early to greet runners with vials of Energy SERJ, BeeAlive's natural energy shot, for a quick, caffeine-free pre-race boost. We "SERJ"ed out a table near the finish line, where race finishers quickly ran to rehydrate with Energy SERJ!

It was a great day. Thanks to Rockland Road Runners for hosting a fantastic race! We can't wait to get involved in more events! Check out photos of the event on our Facebook or the Rockland Road Runners site.
Tommy with his cousin!

Aimee with Evelyn & Julia!

Jen pumping up before she ran the race!

Proud mama Rose raced with her kiddies!

Our Energy SERJ table-topper poster!

Friday, June 21, 2013

Friends of the Flowers

Most people think of yellow jackets and hornets when they see bees, but before you run in fear or take out the insecticide, take a moment to learn about the many more pollinators out there that are essential to food production AND rarely sting! (Don't worry -- pictures not to scale!)

According to Doug Tallamy, author of Bringing Nature Home, "Native bugs met North America's pollination needs long before Europeans imported honeybees. To entice them, start by planting native species: After all, local flora attract local fauna. In honor of National Pollinator Week, check out some pollinator favorites below!

1. Common Eastern bumblebee // Bombus impatiens
Traits: Large, fuzzy, with yellow or orange and black bands. Females' legs have pollen baskets. Noisy.
Favorite flowers: Clover, rosemary, sunflower, willow.
Fun fact: They rest on leaves' undersides.


2. Native bee // 4,000+ species
Traits: Vary by species.
Favorite flowers: Not picky; they love anise hyssop, blazing star and fruit crops.
Fun fact: They don't live in large hives, are solitary and often burrow underground.


3. Pollen wasp // Pseudomasaris genus
Traits: Clubbed antennae.
Favorite flowers: Western wildflowers such as beard-tongue and scorpionweed.
Fun fact: They're vegetarians! Unlike other wasps, they feed their young pollen instead of critters like spiders and insects.


4. European honeybee // Apis mellifera
Traits: Fuzzy, about a half-inch long, smaller than the bumblebee.
Favorite flowers: Sage, verbascum, lemon balm.
Fun fact: After they use their stingers, they die. Need a hand with pollination from native bees, due to their declining population.


5. Hoverfly // Syriphidae family
Traits: Resemble yellow jackets. Can hover and dart forward and backward quickly.
Favorite flowers: Yarrow, coyote brush, buckwheat, feverfew, wild mustard.
Fun fact: Their larvae often prey on aphids and other pests.


6. Bee fly // Bombylidae family
Traits: Fuzzy like bumblebees, but with two wings (rather than four) and large, faceted fly eyes.
Favorite flowers: Desert and alpine flora, such as scrub mint and penstemon.
Fun fact: Females lay eggs in other bees' nests.


7. Drone fly // Erisalis tenax 
Traits: Like stingerless honeybees, these hoverflies have only one pair of wings and an hourglass pattern.
Favorite flowers: Alyssum, cosmos, Queen Anne's lace, statice, lupine.
Fun fact: They mimic bees by shuttling between flowers.

Monday, June 17, 2013

Happy National Pollinator Week!

 
Six years ago, the U.S. Senate’s unanimous approval and designation of a week in June as “National Pollinator Week” marked a necessary step toward addressing the urgent issue of declining pollinator populations. Pollinator Week has now grown to be an international celebration of the valuable ecosystem services provided by bees, birds, butterflies, bats and beetles. The growing concern for pollinators is a sign of progress, but it is vital that we continue to maximize our collective effort. The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture signs the proclamation every year.

Pollinator Partnership is proud to announce that the U.S. Department of Interior and U.S. Department of Agriculture have designated June 17-23, 2013 National Pollinator Week.

 
Pollinating animals, including bees, birds, butterflies, bats, beetles and others, are vital to our delicate ecosystem, supporting terrestrial wildlife, providing healthy watershed and more. Therefore, Pollinator Week is a week to get the importance of pollinators’ message out to as many people as possible. It's not too early to start thinking about an event at your school, garden, church, store, etc. Check out some events near you on the Pollinator Partnership website. We'll be posting tips all week on how you can get involved to help.


Pollinators positively affect all our lives -- let's SAVE them and CELEBRATE them!

Friday, June 14, 2013

A Father's Love

Here's a message from Jason, CEO of BeeAlive and father of three adorable 3-year-olds, Evelyn, Jax and Julia in honor of Father's Day this weekend. Enjoy your time with all the special men in your life!


Jason: As the father of triplets and President and CEO of BeeAlive, people frequently ask me, “How do you do it?” In all honesty, I would have to say that the two jobs work hand in hand. My wife Rose and I extend the same values of love and care we give our children every day to the company and our loyal customers.

In fact, for the triplets’ third birthday, I decided to build them a tree house in our backyard. Some called me crazy for adding to my already-lengthy list of responsibilities, but I decided to put my skills and energy to the test. By day, I was CEO of BeeAlive; by night, I became a master builder. And, thanks to my daily dose of Royal Jelly, I had the energy to do it all.

While completing the tree house, I realized that I was undertaking this large project with the same goals and values in mind that we practice at BeeAlive.

For instance, I had a VISION: a vision of my children playing in the tree house, having fun and creating memories for years to come – similar to the vision I have for the future of BeeAlive: a vision to help individuals pursue a healthy lifestyle through wise choices and great products.

These visions are what guide my daily actions. With the triplets in mind, I made sure to construct a SAFE, secure and durable tree house. At BeeAlive, we always have our customers in mind. Providing high-QUALITY products that are pure and effective remains our top priority.

Achieving these goals requires hard work and DETERMINATION. With the tree house, I reminded myself not to get discouraged by my lack of knowledge or experience, but to live in the moment, appreciating what I was learning in the present, and envisioning how excited the triplets would be when the tree house was finished and how much fun they would have in the future. Similarly at BeeAlive, we continually strive to improve every aspect of the company, our products and our services to exceed customer satisfaction.

Doing so requires DILIGENCE and PERSEVERANCE. I constructed the tree house during the evening and night hours after working a long day; my floodlights and hammering probably didn't make the neighbors happy, but I knew what I needed to do in order to complete the house/ my determination to complete the house allowed me to persevere. Part of the reason BeeAlive has endured almost 30 years is our ability to persevere through challenges by identifying them, developing and implementing solutions and planning for the future.

And finally, I CELEBRATED ACCOMPLISHMENT! After I finished the tree house, I couldn't wait to show it to Jax, Julia and Evelyn – the enthusiasm on their faces was irreplaceable and will remain with me forever. I loved coming into the office to show off the photos of my step-by-step journey and proving to everyone that I was not crazy; I was motivated and successful. Likewise, at BeeAlive, we acknowledge small and large achievements every day, and we owe them all to our loyal customers. So, today, and every day, we celebrate YOU! Thank you for being a part of the BeeAlive family. Like the tree house, we plan to continue making memories for years to come. And with the help of our high-quality fresh, never freeze-dried Royal Jelly, we will have the energy, stamina and vitality to do so!

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! Looking for a gift for a special man in your life? Give him the gift of heart health!

Friday, June 7, 2013

Recipes with Rose: Honey & Cinnamon Glazed Chia Seed Donuts

Today, Friday, June 7 is National Donut Day, an event that started in 1938 as a Salvation Army fundraiser to honor the women who served donuts to soldiers during World War I (when donut was still spelled "doughnut"). In recent years, the event has become an occasion for donut chain giveaways and new food rollouts.

We're all health-conscious, but that doesn't mean "do-nut" partake in today's festivities (see what I did there??). There are tons of healthy donut recipes out there you can make that are baked instead of fried and made with natural ingredients -- so good and good for you you won't feel guilty going back for a second! Follow Rose's yummy AND healthy recipe below or find other exciting ones on Pinterest!

Honey & Cinnamon Glazed Chia Seed Donuts
Bake time 17-20 minutes. Yields 6-8 donuts.  

Ingredients

Honey & Cinnamon Glazed Chia Seed Donuts
1 c. whole wheat flour (or, if you're like Rose, a gluten-free alternative like almond flour)
1 egg
1/4 c. + 2 tbsp. sugar or Stevia
1/2 c. milk
1/2 tbsp. chia seeds
3 tbsp. water
1 1/2 tbsp. cinnamon, divided
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1 1/2 tbsp. BeeAlive Pure & Natural Honey

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. To liquify honey, place jar in a bowl or pan of hot tap water for 5 to 10 minutes. This makes the honey (sometimes firm due to minimal filtration) workable without destroying its nutritional value.
  3. In a small bowl, mix chia seeds and water together, stirring them to form a gel. Set aside.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients (including chia mixture), except for the honey & 1/2 tsp. cinnamon.
  5. Stir well with a wooden spoon (mixture can get get very thick due to the chia seeds and take on a dough-like consistency -- not a problem if it doesn't!).
  6. With a metal tablespoon, scoop up a decent portion of the dough, then spread it around one of the donut slots of the baking tray. Use enough dough to evenly line the donut slot.
  7. Repeat until all slots on the tray are full.
  8. Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until donuts are firm (test with a toothpick -- should pull out clean and not sticky to the touch).
  9. Remove from the oven, and allow to cool until you can touch the donuts to remove them from baking slots.
  10. In a small bowl, add honey and 1/2 tsp. cinnamon. Stir together to combine into a honey glaze.
  11. Take a donut, and dip or drizzle top with honey glaze. Set donut on a plate.
  12. Repeat until all donuts are glazed.
  13. Serve and enjoy!

Read Labels: The Buzz on Organic Products

Over the past few years, there has been a surge in the production and consumption of organic products. Not only are organic food products available more often in supermarkets across the country, organic skin and hair care products have been on the rise, as well.

Many common chemical-based products that most of us have bought throughout our lives have taken a back seat to, or at least been hindered by, the rise in the availability of organic products. The seemingly recent discovery of the harmful ingredients in many cosmetics, such as skin and hair care products, has sparked a new wave of organic alternatives.

Many people ask us: are your products certified organic?
All BeeAlive products are 100 percent natural and free of any synthetic ingredients, including parabens, artificial colors, fragrances, preservatives, genetically modified organisms and nanoparticles. However, at this time, we are certification-free.

Why?

We cannot track flight patterns of bees.

Some bees travel 55,000 miles to make just one pound of honey. Farms that call themselves "organic" in their practices, therefore, do not know how far their bees have traveled. Some bees may have foraged thousands of miles away in areas that use harmful pesticides. The true organic content of bee products, therefore, is very difficult to determine. Because all BeeAlive products contain bee products, we have not certified any organic at this time due to unknown bee migration.

Are certified-organic products really organic?

Every day, it seems, new organizations are emerging that offer organic certification logos for product packaging -- at a cost. Each logo differs in the percentage of organic content, or, more importantly, the amount of synthetic ingredients they allow for products to receive certification. As more and more companies wish to market their products as "natural," logos appear more frequently and, as a result, greater emphasis is being placed on organic certification.

The trouble with the multitudes of seals is that they lull consumers into a false sense of safety, making them feel as if they don't have to read labels.

These certifications were crafted by large corporations that predicted buying decisions of conscientious consumers, easily influenced by packaging seals.

"Hey, this product's got a natural/organic seal -- it must be safe!"

Not so fast. That's like saying baby carrots that have been sprayed with chlorine are safe just because they've been certified organic. Think that doesn't happen? It does. The USDA permits a certain amount of chemicals in products that are certified organic. Even in your drinking water.

As consumers, it is our right and responsibility to read, question and make informed choices about the products we put in and on our bodies. We implore you...

READ LABELS!

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Introducing New Product GINST 15:
Stress Management as Nature Intended

"When we discover great products, we want to make them available to our customers. We’re confident that GINST 15 is a great complement to BeeAlive’s product lines... Ilhwa is a great addition to the BeeAlive Family."
– Jason Balletta, President
 
Today, we are proud to announce the addition of a new product to our current line, GINST 15. Read Rose and Jason Balletta's testimonial below and check out our website to learn why BeeAlive has decided to partner with Ilhwa Co. to offer 21st century Korean ginseng.
 
Rose: As the mother of toddler triplets, with a busy work schedule and a very large family, it’s easy for things to get out of balance quickly. That’s why I was so relieved last Christmas Eve when my parents came to help us cook and prepare for the 35 family members we were expecting for dinner later that day. Even with their help and support, I was still expecting the typical Christmas chaos. And, just when I thought things couldn’t get any crazier, my parents were called away unexpectedly and I was left to prepare everything by myself. I then noticed the GINST 15 capsules I had been given earlier in the week to try. I thought, "Why not?" and popped one in my mouth. Within 20 minutes, I was moving steadily from one task to the next and felt relaxed. Throughout the day, I remained calm and collected, as I cooked, cleaned and decorated. My husband Jason even joked, "Where did my wife go?" By the time our guests arrived, all the food was ready, the house was tidy, and the table was set – it was party time!

Jason: I couldn’t believe Rose remained stress-free through the day. It wasn’t until she mentioned taking the GINST 15 product that we put two and two together. I decided, "I want to try it, too!" Since then, we’ve faithfully taken our GINST 15 capsules every single day.

Rose: One capsule in the morning makes all the difference in my mental composure for the day; I’m able to find peace and keep my mind focused on the tasks at hand rather than unnecessary worry.

Jason: When you take GINST 15, you become active and energized – able to juggle multiple tasks – while remaining calm and focused. Who doesn’t want mental energy without stress? After weeks of taking the product myself, I decided we needed to share it with others. Today, I am proud to announce that BeeAlive will be partnering with Ilhwa to offer their wonderful Korean ginseng product, GINST 15, to our customers. We believe in GINST 15 100 percent. It possesses superior quality while offering enormous benefits just like all BeeAlive products. And not only does Ilhwa have a great product that works; they’re great people, too. Ilhwa is an excellent fit for BeeAlive in every way. We want to give you, our loyal customer, an opportunity to try our newest addition at a special price today, so you can experience for yourself the amazing stress-managing benefits GINST 15 can bring to your life to help you BeeAlive.

The Balletta Family: Jason, Rose, Evelyn, Julia & Jax

 

Friday, May 31, 2013

Recipes with Rose: Pretty Sweet Parfait

This edition of Recipes with Rose is inspired by a Whole Foods recipe she found a few weeks ago. Its benefits for your insides and out are too good not to share!
 
We've created a BeeAlive spin off the original "double-duty-berry-beauty" recipe, but we think our Royal Jelly version is still "pretty sweet;" sweet for your taste buds and your health, while beneficial for pretty skin!
 
 
Ingredients
*Feel free to add-on, increase or reduce ingredients as you desire. If you're gluten-free like Rose, substitute ground flax seeds for the wheat germ!
 
Beauty Masque
 
Toss all ingredients into a mixing bowl.
 
Hand mix (and mash) everything together for about a minute, or use a food processor. The consistency should be creamy but not too runny.
 
Apply the mixture to your already cleansed face, using a brush to keep your hands from getting too sticky!
 
Let masque set for 15-30 minutes. You’ll feel your skin begin to tighten as each ingredient works its magic!
 
Berry Parfait

 
This treat is so easy to make, it could become your summer staple breakfast, snack or dessert!
 
In a container with a fairly wide mouth, such as a recycled glass jar, layer the same ingredients used for the masque.
 
Start with about 1/3 cup Greek yogurt. Add 3 tablespoons wheat germ, sliced strawberries, whole blueberries, sliced banana and whole raspberries.

Drizzle BeeAlive Sweet Energy Formula Royal Jelly over the top, sprinkle on dried lavender buds, grate lemon zest across the top and finish off with a sprig of mint!

Deliciousness in only 4-5 minutes! The best part: Wear your masque as you prepare and indulge in your parfait -- then wash it off to reveal glowing skin!