Sweet Monday + The Simply Bar Giveaway

Posted: June 25, 2012

Mondays just got a whole lot sweeter, y'all!  Today launches the next 3 MONTHS of Monday giveaways here at No Sugar Sweet Life!  I don't know about you, but I am sooooooooo excited about this!!  I always like winning free stuff... but I REALLY like giving away free (awesome) stuff.  And with so many giveaways, the odds you'll win one of them is fairly high!  So, every Monday I will review a new (awesome) product and announce a giveaway.  Then, every Friday I'll announce that week's winner.  Then come back the next Monday to do it all over again!  So let's get this sweet Monday party started!!

Today's Giveaway: The Simply Bar

I was introduced to The Simply Bar at the Blend Retreat, as fuel for our hike up the Flatirons. 

I was immediately drawn to them because of their low sugar content.  With 16g of protein, they only have 3g of sugar!  They recently sent me their top 4 flavors to taste/review: Lemon Coconut, Cinnamon Pecan, Peanut Butter Chocolate, and Caramel Peanut.

Here's a quick summary of their stats:

  • Protein: 16g
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar Content: 3g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sodium: 140mg

They are gluten-free, vegan, and kosher! And they have recently been certified as a non-GMO pro bar.  They are made with soy crisps and a variety of natural ingredients, all easy on the stomach!  And as you can see from this picture, Babycakes was grabbing for them immediately!

Here's my brief review/take on each of the flavors (in the order of my preference):

  1. Lemon Coconut - Definitely my favorite!! It was super flavorful and light and refreshing. It was also moist, which may be a weird description for a granola bar, but when you read the next description you'll know what I mean).  The lemon and the coconut complemented each other perfectly.  HIGHLY recommended!  I'm ordering a full CASE soon!!
  2. Cinnamon Pecan - The flavor of this one was really good...BUT, it was a bit dry for my liking.  I ate this one out hiking and I was seriously wishing I had some milk! Oooooo, or some ice cream, ha!  So, this one was good, but not as great for an active snack.  More for a weekend treat with ice cream :)
  3. Peanut Butter Chocolate - This was a good mixture of both peanut butter and chocolate. Reminiscent of a Reese's, but not nearly as sweet.  This one felt moist enough to me. 
  4. Caramel Peanut - This one was my least favorite.  It wasn't very sweet but didn't have much other strong flavors to carry it.  Healthy, yes... but a bit boring, especially when you know there's Lemon Coconut awesomeness to be had!!

Nom, Nom!!  Babycakes LOVES granola bars, and this is finally one that I can feel GOOD about giving her!

Here's a cute little chart they made to show how their bars stack up against the competition:

So now for the giveaway!

Enter to win a sampling of each of their top flavors by simply leaving me a comment below with a tip on how to live simply. So simple, right?!!

A winner will be chosen on Thursday night, June 28th at 8PM MST, and announced in Friday's Blogpost. The winner must be in the U.S.

Additionally, you can interact with The Simply Bar by:

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Comments

Submitted by Lindsay @ Lindsay's List - June 25, 2012 - 8:36am

But i only got to try ONE at Blend!! And I was the host!
I try to live simply by saying no to more things - something I'm trying to get better at!

Submitted by Kat - June 25, 2012 - 8:37am

I haven't been giving P any granola bars just yet because they are always so packed with sugars and salt - this looks amazing!

Submitted by Georgiana - June 25, 2012 - 8:41am

I live simply by reading a good book instead of watching!

Submitted by Debi - June 25, 2012 - 8:43am

I would like some simply bars, yes please!

Submitted by Susan - June 25, 2012 - 8:43am

Reduce stress. Keep my house orderly so I can find things.

Submitted by Deb Pinyerd - June 25, 2012 - 8:52am

So excited about your giveaways AND this bar! The Hugh protein count combined with low sugar makes me super excited. Looked for them over the weekend at King Soopers with no luck...do you think only natural food stores have them?
Ok, my tip to live simply is "No Dishes Summer". Summer is a time for us to relax and be a family a little bit more since school isn't getting in our way....so i make sure the dishes don't get in the way of that! All plates, bowls, spoons, forks and knives are replaced for disposable ones from the first day of summer break until school starts again. (don't worry, a quick trip to Costco gets the job done for the whole summer!). With two kids in the house we always had bowls and plates overflowing in our sink from snacks....well, not in the summer. We run the dishwasher about twice a week as opposed to 1-2 times a day! It may sound wasteful at first, but I promise your whole family will enjoy the extra time OUT of the kitchen during the summer!

Submitted by Anonymous - June 25, 2012 - 8:59am

Live simply by exercising. smiling, and eating clean!

Submitted by Jaren@Kiwi Fit Blog - June 25, 2012 - 9:19am

Living simply doesn't have to be hard, do what make you happy and eat what makes you healthy. Like a day at the blueberry farm, its fun, exercise, and plus you can eat as you go and blueberries are great for you! :)

Submitted by Elizabeth - June 25, 2012 - 9:19am

So glad my MIL introduced me to your blog. A tip for simple living? Read Organized Simplicity! Love that book, it will change your life. Ps. So Glad you are going to stay at home with your babe. Yes it's a touchy subject amongst mommies but I have never heard anyone say that they were sad they gave up their paying careers to raise their kids. Good Luck!

Submitted by kelly - June 25, 2012 - 11:07am

I'm so glad your MIL introduced you to me too! That means a lot :) I will have to check out Organized Simplicity... thanks for the recommendation!

Submitted by Dawn - June 25, 2012 - 9:21am

I can't wait to try this bar! I think living simply for me means living honestly. If you try to be what you are not, or try to do things that are not naturally you, then that makes life complicated and stressful!

Submitted by Debbie - June 25, 2012 - 9:22am

I would LOVE to try the lemon coconut bars! And I try to live simply by remembering what is really important in my life. I say "yes" to those things and "no" to everything else.

Submitted by Krystal - June 25, 2012 - 9:45am

Oh these look great! I too love any type of granola bar. I try to live simply by being thankful for what I have and not trying to compare myself to others.

Submitted by Molly - June 25, 2012 - 10:25am

Count your blessings! Live simply

Submitted by Dalia - June 25, 2012 - 10:34am

by not worrying about tomorrow and living for today!!!!!

Submitted by Suzanne - June 25, 2012 - 11:08am

I've found the best way to live simply is to not let myself get stressed out over the little things. The world will not end if there's dishes in the sink before bed!

Submitted by MEG - June 25, 2012 - 11:47am

I would love to try the Simply bars as I have never heard of them. But I am constantly on the search for new and better for you products. I live my life as simple as possible by taking time each day to enrich my own life. Whether that is calling a friend to say hi, or trying a new recipe in the kitchen that is new spin on a classic. My boyfriend is never bored with our menus as I makeover each one with better for you ingredients. Another reason I love your blog! It seems we share this same love!! Thanks again!

Submitted by meighan - June 25, 2012 - 12:06pm

Live simply by eating as little processed foods as possible :) Love your site, it is my go-to every day!

Submitted by Lauren - June 25, 2012 - 12:19pm

I live simply by being thankful for what I already have. It is easy to get swept up in trying to "keep up" with my peers, but when I think about all of the amazing people/experiences/things that God has already blessed me with I realize that life is already SO GOOD!

Submitted by Laura - June 25, 2012 - 12:35pm

Live simply by spending time with the Lord, eating clean, exercising and having Jesus shine through you in all you do!!

Submitted by Gabby - June 25, 2012 - 12:40pm

I've learned to live simply by venturing out and trying new things to better my life. New things of 2012:
1. Moving to PA with my "boy toy" without knowing what would await!
2. Becoming part of the Zumba community (So much fun if you like to SHAKE it & sweat)
3. Making new friends in a new state.
4. Juicing daily! (Today marked the first day of the 5-Day June Reboot on Facebook) :)

Submitted by Theresa - June 25, 2012 - 12:41pm

THESE LOOK DELISH!!! Ill be on the look out for them!

My borrowed words of advice for living simply: GRATITUDE & BEING IN THE MOMENT, ALWAYS!! & REMEMBER YOU CAN ONLY CONTROL 1 THING IN THIS LIFE: YOURSELF. THESE 3 THINGS WILL KEEP YOU PRETTY WORRY FREE WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO LIVE FREE & SIMPLY!!!

Submitted by Lyndsay - June 25, 2012 - 12:51pm

I try to live simply by not passing judgement. Filling our souls with hate or annomosity for those that are different than we are is a waste of time and very complicated. As the quote from Ghandi says above, live simply so that others can do the same.

Submitted by Amber - June 25, 2012 - 12:58pm

We use apps to help with meal planning and grocery shopping. Sounds like more work, but it really helps to have one go to place for organizing recipes, meals, and shopping. :)

Submitted by Corrie Anne - June 25, 2012 - 2:05pm

Those are my favorite bars. And I love the lower sugar content. Working out every day with running & bodyweight is one way to live simply!

Submitted by Jennifer C - June 25, 2012 - 2:46pm

I find the best way to live life simply, is to be organized. I am constantly looking for ways to streamline my house, my job, and my children. A place for everything, and everything in its place!!!

AND, I LOVELOVELOVELOVE LEMON & COCONUT TOGETHER!! My local farmers market has a 'cookie lady' who makes the BEST lemon coconut white chocolate cookies! So not good for you, but so TEMPTING! So I cant wait to go looking for The Simply Bar, because I SIMPLY HAVE TO TRY THEM!! :))

Submitted by Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries - June 25, 2012 - 3:03pm

i try to live simply by saying "no" sometimes. it's not always easy, but i'm always thankful when all is said and done!

Submitted by Wendy - June 25, 2012 - 3:43pm

I bought a baby crock-pot 1 1/2 qt size, now I make a batch of Steel cut oats in it for the week, they are creamy and delicious, just add a little water and reheat and quick wholesome breakfast.

Submitted by Heather @ Better With Veggies - June 25, 2012 - 3:49pm

I haven't gotten a chance to try all those awesome flavors yet, but I want too!! One tip: turn of the electronics when you're in bed. That's a banned zone and will help you disconnect (just a little). :)

Submitted by Betty Lynn - June 25, 2012 - 3:55pm

I am a FlyBaby (www.flylady.com) to simplify my life.
I like Fiber One Caramel Bars

Submitted by Kelsey @ The Secret Life of Kelsey - June 25, 2012 - 7:26pm

My tip is to just GO WITH THE FLOW... don't worry so much about everything being perfect!

Submitted by Emy - June 25, 2012 - 7:37pm

One thing I've been doing is clean eating...the less ingredients, the better!

Submitted by Meghann Toilolo - June 25, 2012 - 8:31pm

I live simply by realizing that it is not my job to make everyone else happy.

Submitted by Brittany - June 25, 2012 - 9:08pm

I love these bars! Oh man... living simply... I'm trying to do that by saying no to more things and not stressing out if something doesn't get done! Live is too short to try to cram everything in!

Submitted by Renata - June 25, 2012 - 10:57pm

I live simply by being frugal with my income and paying all bills early before the due date in full too!

Submitted by Ray - June 25, 2012 - 10:59pm

I live simply by eating only pure unprocessed real foods!

Submitted by Michelle - June 25, 2012 - 11:57pm

Super excited about this bar. This would make getting some protein in my day very simple!

Submitted by Laurel C - June 26, 2012 - 12:13am

I try to simplify my life by prepping my meals the night before......that way, when meal times come around I don't even have to think about it and I already know that what I packed is healthy and easy!

Submitted by Charissa - June 26, 2012 - 1:56am

By not subscribing to needless email newsletters!

Submitted by Charissa - June 26, 2012 - 1:57am

I visited their lovely website!

Submitted by Charissa - June 26, 2012 - 1:57am

I follow them on Twitter!

Submitted by Tonya M. Campbell - June 26, 2012 - 7:15pm

We try to live simply by not putting our kids in every activity available!

Submitted by Anna Moeggenborg - June 26, 2012 - 9:25pm

Living simply is something I'm trying to get better at! But I've learned that planning/organization makes things much more simple in the long run...

Submitted by Jordan D - June 27, 2012 - 12:24am

I like to think honesty is the best way to keep things simple. I'm very open to others, which helps to avoid complicated situations. I've heard so much about their bar, I'm dying to try it out!

Submitted by Zainab Rasheed - June 27, 2012 - 1:05pm

I live simply by smiling and laughing a lot and eating good food - and of course enjoying simply bars :)

Submitted by Zainab Rasheed - June 27, 2012 - 1:08pm

I live simply by laughing and smiling a lot and eating good food - and of course enjoying simply bars! :)

Submitted by Susan M. - June 27, 2012 - 6:10pm

My answer lately to living simply is to de-clutter your house/closets/kitchen/everything! Downsize...it's very liberating! =)

Submitted by Lisa - June 27, 2012 - 6:20pm

Get organized and as Tony Horton would say in P90X: Do my best and forget the rest:)

Submitted by colleen sullivan - June 27, 2012 - 6:33pm

choose your battles and relax. If no one is getting hurt, not emberrasing you or themselves let it go and enjoy a large glass of ice cold water with lemon in!!!!

Submitted by Alison - June 27, 2012 - 7:46pm

Change what I can.... Make peace with what I can not.... Forgive others... Always

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