After completing the Whole 30 late last year, I discovered I had food intolerances to dairy and gluten. As most of you know from my previous posts, I partake in a mostly dairy and gluten free diet. Unfortunately, I find meal preparation to be one of the most difficult things about eating clean, so I appreciate any quick fix foods that are compliant with my intolerances and make me feel as fabulous as I really am. I am also training for a half marathon, so eating healthy is very important to me during my training.
Enter Elements, a company selling real food, in a bag.
WHAT? Real food? In a bag?
I have to admit, I was super skeptical getting a bag of freeze dried food in the mail. Little did I know that freeze drying only removes the water and leaves the vitamins, micronutrients, enzymes, and taste of the actual food behind.

Get Your Elements
Elements bags also have a 2-year shelf life and don’t require a microwave or stove top. All you have to do is tear the bag and add 1 cup of very hot water. Seal the zipper and shake well. Wait 12 minutes, open the bag, stir, and enjoy!
Need a bowl? Tear the bag at the lower hash-line.
So, what’s in the bag of Elements?
- Fresh herbs
- Sensational Spices
- Delicious Taste
- Self-Respect

Freeze dried deliciousness
What’s not in the bag?
- Preservatives
- Artificial Colors & Flavors
- Gluten
- Dairy
- Processed Sugars
- Shame
- Guilt
What I Sampled
- Broccoli Cinnamon Pork
- Thoughts: Delicious. I love the combo – pulled pork is tender, the broccoli and squash are cooked perfectly, and you definitely taste the cinnamon. This was the easiest pulled pork and vegetable recipe I have ever made, and certainly tasted the best!
- Tuscan Chicken Pomodoro
- Thoughts: Take me to Tuscany! I love the balsamic vinegar flavor throughout. There was a little excess water after 12 minutes, but it didn’t impact the dish. The chicken was soft and tender, and the tomatoes and onions were covered in the delicious herbs and spices. This was super yummy; my Nonna would be proud!
Other Elements
- Maple Mustard Pork
- Sesame Garlic Chicken
- Chipotle Turkey Scramble
Thoughts
Elements are super simple to make and absolutely delicious! I love eating clean, and in 12 minutes I have a hot, delicious meal that fuels my body for or after a long run. I never would have imagined freeze dried food would taste so good!
Elements are great for anyone on the go who wants to eat well – perfect for busy moms, athletes, people who work long hours…or if I am on a long hike!
Elements has the perfect amount of calories, protein, carbs, and fats! Each bag is anywhere from 270-310 calories, just the right amount for a meal!
Kickstarter
Elements is on Kickstarter! One bag of Elements retails for $11.99 USD. During the Kickstarter campaign, you can get your Elements at a cheaper price, depending on how many you would like to purchase. Make your pledge today!
Elements Giveaway
Rules: Must be 18 years of age or older and a resident of the continental USA. Winner must provide name, address, e-mail, and phone number within 24 hours of the close of the giveaway or another winner will be selected. You will receive a sampler pack of Elements ($60 value) at the end of their Kickstarter Campaign. Giveaway begins on 8/14/17 at 12:00 AM and ends 8/28/17 at 12:00 AM.
Enter the Elements Giveaway!
Make sure you visit Elements on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Namaste.
Disclosure: Two bags of Elements were sent complimentary for review purposes. All opinions within are my own. If you are interested in having your products featured on Realm of Vibes, fill out the form on the Contact page.

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These look so good! Might have to try them out for myself sometime.
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I hope you entered my giveaway! ❤ Thanks for reading and commenting!
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These look very convenient! Do you know whether the sweet potato one is vegan? 💚
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Super convenient! I sent an e-mail and will let you know as soon as they get back to me. ❤ xo
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Ah you’re so mega! Thank you 🙂
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Currently all 5 of the meals have animal proteins but they have a few plant-based meals in formulation now that will be available as choices for anyone who backs their Kickstarter campaign. Hope that helps! xo
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Ah thank you for this information! Let’s hope they come out soon 🙂
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our first 5 meals use animal proteins, but we have 2 plant-based meals in development that will be available for all our Kickstarter backers. You can pledge here: http://kck.st/2wAXAxu
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Thank you!
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I have to look into this! I’m gluten and dairy free myself and sometimes it’s just so hard to meal prep! I find myself just grabbing a bag of chicken nuggets and feeling guilty all night!
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Now is definitely the time to purchase them as you can get a great deal while they have a Kickstarter campaign! I hope you entered the giveaway, too! xo
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Kimberly, this is Scott Graham, President of Elements. Thanks for your interest. No more GUILT!!! (or nuggets) You’ll love meals. The Sesame Garlic Chicken is to die for. Delicious. We’ve dialed your macro in for you. Some great deals available on the Kickstarter. Per meal as low as $6.22 delivered to your door. 2-year shelf life. No refrigeration, etc.
Thanks again for your interest in our meals.
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I’m curious if the sweet potato one is vegan as well! If so, it would be so handy for camping or long road trips/traveling!
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It is not. They have plant-based meals in formulation that will be available after the Kickstarter campaign. Thanks for reading!
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This is so handy! I have a hard time preparing a meal. Things like this are my solution. 🙂
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12 minutes! I hope you entered my giveaway!
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These actually look delicious!!! I was a little skeptical at first but seeing it cooked and on your plate it looks wonderful! I might give these a try for those nights I’m rushed and considering fast food… This would be a faster and healthier option for us 🙂
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I think you and Boo would love it! I hope you entered my contest! 🙂
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A healthy option that’s super easy and delicious? Yes, please! The Sesame Garlic Chicken sounds great!
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I want to try that one too! I’m sure it is as delicious as the others! Thanks Wendy!
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Wow! They seem to good to be true 🙂 Can’t wait for them to come to Oz!
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They are shipping to select countries after their Kickstarter campaign! 🙂 I hope you make a pledge!
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These look really good! I think they’d make some great meals when camping or traveling.
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They are awesome for nights when I get home off of work and am exhausted. 12 minutes and done!
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I am gluten-sensitive and am always looking for quick, easy meals. Plus, the shelf-life would make it awesome for my hurricane kit since all you need is boiled water, and we have an emergency camp stove. Thanks for sharing!
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Absolutely! Let me know what you think!
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These look interesting! Might be a good option for traveling or camping when cooking is not an option or more difficult. Thanks for sharing your feedback!
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Thanks Tara! I hope you entered the contest!
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This is a great idea for quick health meals! Always looking for those!
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Elements would certainly be a great item to try. I hope you entered my giveaway!
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This looks amazing! I hate cooking! I would love to try this out thank you for sharing. I am always looking for an easier healthier way to cook 🙂
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So glad you found Elements. I hope you entered the giveaway!
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I’d love to try the Tuscan Chicken Pomodoro.
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It was super yummy! I hope you entered the giveaway!
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I’ve never seen or heard of these!! I’ll be looking for them on our next shopping trip!!
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Right now Elements is on Kickstarter; you can make your pledge to support them! They will hopefully be sold in supermarkets soon!
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THis looks so good and like the perfect, easy dinner solution!
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They were AWESOME! I hope you entered my giveaway!
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These sound like an amazing and quick meal for the lazy person… like me ! I hate cooking and love good food served quick so this sounds right up my alley.
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Then this would be the ideal meal for you. I hope you entered my giveaway!
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What a great idea! I love the idea that I can get real food, quickly.
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Isn’t it awesome? Which flavor would you like to try? I hope you entered my giveaway.
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I’d love some of these now, when I travel full time. It would save so much time and I’m pretty sure it’s tasty (as I can see from the ingredients).
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You can definitely make your pledge on Kickstarter! And I hope you entered the giveaway! Thanks for reading!
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These are actually very informative! Awesome giveaway!
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Thanks Pammy. I hope you entered!
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I once freeze dried pea protein and I was amazed to see that most of the nutritional benefits were retained in it. I will like to try the turkey delight.
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That’s awesome! I hope you entered the contest!
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I would love to try some of these, never had anything dehydrated so would be something new! They look delicious, I am all about good food and clean eating as well 🙂
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You would absolutely love it! I hope you entered my giveaway! 🙂
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Yes I did and did all the entries I could, but I’m not using IG so could only have so many! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
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The Tuscan Chick Pomodoro looks good
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