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FUNKY MONKEY By Grace Van Berkum RHN Whether you’re sitting pool side in your backyard oasis, or lakeside at the cottage, —blenders are whirring away on decks everywhere, full of juice and fresh fruit at the peak of ripeness. Possibly the perfect substitute for fat laden desserts, this creamy and delicious concoction will give you a jolt of caffeine while your taste buds do a happy dance. This can stand in as a creamy breakfast replacement or as a sweet afternoon pick-me-up. Ingredients: (serves 2-4) 1 cup almond coconut milk 1/3 cup raw, organic cacao powder or handful of fresh cacao beans 3/4 cup cold coffee 1/2 cup fresh coconut ( or unsweetened shredded PREPARATION: coconut) 1 small, ripe banana (prefer- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy. Enjoy! ably already frozen so it blends creamier) 1 cup ice AMOUNT PER SERVING n water to desired Calories: 127 Protein: 4g Total Fat: 1g Total Carbohydrate: 29g consistency n Natural sweetener to taste  SUPPLEMENTS CAN BE FOUND AT GNC ADD A BOOST: OPTIMUM NUTRITION GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY™ DYMATIZE® NUTRITION ISO 100® If you expect only the best from yourself and your nutrition. DYMATIZE ISO•100® is one of the most advanced and effective proteins available and was developed to give you 100% of what you need to support muscle growth and achieve your ambitions. Serving Size: 1 Scoop Total Carbohydrate: 1g Calories: 110 Gold Standard 100% Whey™ is in- stantized, which means if you don't have time to get out the blender, just add one rounded scoop to 6-8 oz of water or favorite drink, stir for about until powder is dissolved. Serving Size: 1 Scoop Total Carbohydrate: 2g Calories: 110 GNC PRO PERFORMANCE® 100% WHEY High-Quality, Gluten-Free Protein Sup- ports Healthy Metabolism & Lean Muscle Recovery. Life is hectic and it can be a challenge to maintain adequate protein levels in your diet. 100% Whey helps you achieve maximum wellness and athletic performance.  Serving Size: 1 Rounded Scoop Total Carbohydrate: 2g Calories: 130 MUSCLETECH™ NITRO-TECH RIPPED™ NITRO-TECH RIPPED™ features the key ingredient C. canephora robusta, which has been shown in two double- blind, placebo-controlled studies to help subjects lose an average of 10.95 lbs. (vs. 5.4 lbs. for the placebo group) in 60 days following a low-calorie diet, and 3.7 lbs. (vs. 1.25 lbs. for the placebo group) in 8 weeks following a calorie-reduced diet and moderate exercise.*  Serving Size: 1 Rounded Scoop Total Carbohydrate: 4g Calories: 170 MUSCLEMEMORYMAG.COM 23