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Lifestyle · September 18, 2020

Verb Energy Bars

I recently have partnered up with Verb Energy Bars and I cannot wait to tell you guys all about them! First of all, they are so delicious and I am already hooked on them even though I just started eating them!

Each little bar contains 65 mg of caffeine, which is just as much as an espresso. But here’s the real kicker: the caffeine is derived from organic green tea alone!

That way you don’t get that jittery feeling like you would from drinking an actual espresso. Oh, and did I mention they are only 90 calories each?! I’m telling y’all, you definitely need to try these out!

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Verb Energy Bars
Also, how adorable is the packaging alone?!

About Verb Energy

Verb Energy’s main goal is for their consumers to feel great while doing the things they love (as well as the things they don’t love too).

Doing that requires energy and caffeine of course, but Verb wanted to offer something different than just plain ol coffee.

They use ingredients that make you feel good about eating every day. Verb Energy has worked countless hours in a local bakery to create delicious recipes that are filled with minimal and thoughtful ingredients.

They are all natural and gluten free as well!

Coffee Bar
My coffee bar isn’t getting as much use now that I have these verb bars to rely on instead!

As I stated above, the organic green tea is where the Verb Bars get their energy from. And if you’re really tired, you can have two bars which equals a double espresso!

It’s the perfect afternoon pick-me-up or something to just give you that extra boost of energy you need before your workout. Verb Energy has also been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, and CNBC just to name a few.

Wanna Try Verb Energy Bars Yourself??

I’m sure I’ve piqued your interest in these bars already, so if you want to try verb energy out, then now is your chance! You can try their trial pack (which includes 4 full sized bars) for only $0.95! Can you believe that?? Less than one dollar and you get to taste a few of the yummy flavors they have available for you!

The trial pack flavors include: salted peanut butter, maple blueberry, coconut chai, and vanilla latte. They also offer other flavors in bags such as lemon raspberry and simply cocoa. Which by the way, are all delicious!

Energy Bars For Working Out
I love eating one of these to give me energy before I do my Pilates workouts or get on the elliptical!

Other Ways To Order Verb Energy Bars

So once you’ve tried them and decide what your favorites are, then they offer a subscription service that way you can continually get your Verb bars in a timely manner each month.

You can also just continue to order a bag as a one time purchase as well if you aren’t interested in the subscription services.

You can also do a starter kit which includes a full bag of bars and four samples as well. So that means you can get 16 bars for just $12!!

This incredible offer is only available for new customers, but it is such an incredible deal. And you can get so many more bars for your money if you do it this way.

I would highly recommend this option of trying the Verb energy bars if you are at all interested!

Verb Energy Packaging
Look how pretty the packaging is too!

But, by subscribing it saves you more money so it is overall a better outcome to do that. Getting a bag as a one time order is $22, but once you subscribe, you can get them for as low as $20 a piece.

They also offer a few bundle deals too to save you even more money! Each bag includes 12 bars so they will last you a long time as well.

The Perfect Afternoon Pick Me Up
The perfect afternoon pick me up!

The other cool thing about this company is that you can actually just text them about your order. And no, you aren’t talking to a robot!

They will answer any questions you may have and help you with completing your order.

You can text them at: (415) 915-8372. Or if email is more your style: [email protected] is another way to contact them.

Conclusion

I am so super impressed by this company and their products. I really do love these bars and I personally enjoy them after work. It gives me a little boost of energy that way I can work out when I get home and not feel too sluggish or tired to do so.

They really have been a game changer for me and I have also been able to reduce my coffee intake too thanks to these bars. I highly recommend them and if you have any questions about them, please let me know.

I would be happy to help and I know y’all will love them just as much as I do!

My Review of Verb Energy Bars
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Comments

  1. Kalin Williams says

    September 18, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    I’ve tried the Verb energy bars before and really liked them! I hadn’t realized they had bags at the time but that’s definitely the way to go so you never run out

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 18, 2020 at 4:03 pm

      Yes! I love getting the bags. It lasts me for quite some time when I do that!

      Reply
  2. Aislinn Short says

    September 18, 2020 at 2:47 pm

    Wow these look delicious! The fact that the caffeine is derived from green tea as opposed to coffee is super interesting. I’ve been on a tea kick for almost a year now due to the fact that I became extremely addicted to coffee, as in drinking an entire pot per day addicted. I love the flavors, salted peanut butter is right up my alley!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 18, 2020 at 4:08 pm

      Yes! The salted peanut butter is so delicious. And I love that it’s from green tea too! They are so good!

      Reply
  3. Patty Gordon says

    September 18, 2020 at 4:20 pm

    I’m so surprised by the price! Definitely going to set myself a reminder to check these out! Thanks for the great post!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 18, 2020 at 6:30 pm

      Yes you definitely should! I love them and the price is great for sure!

      Reply
  4. Lisamarie says

    September 18, 2020 at 6:52 pm

    I love how you wrote about this product! It really is convincing and beautifully written! I think this post alone would make anyone want to try it!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 4:17 pm

      Awe Thank you so much! I sure hope so, they really are delicious!

      Reply
  5. Aimsy says

    September 18, 2020 at 8:14 pm

    I haven’t heard of these before, are they available in the UK? They sound great for giving you that pick me up, without the dreaded crash when the caffeine wears off. Will have to give them a try!

    Aimsy xoxo

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 4:16 pm

      I am not 100% sure if they are available in the UK or not. You could always try to order them and see what happens! They are so good, I hope they are available for you to try!

      Reply
  6. Alexis Farmer says

    September 19, 2020 at 12:41 am

    I’ve never gone the energy bar route but now I’m intrigued! Interesting that it all comes from the green tea.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 4:21 pm

      Yes! I have never really tried them before either, but I love these so much. They give you just the right amount of energy and I don’t feel jittery at all after! They are great!

      Reply
  7. Rhonda says

    September 19, 2020 at 12:49 pm

    I’m not even a fan of energy bars, but this made me at least want to try them.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 4:22 pm

      I wasn’t either until I tried these. They remind me more of like a little granola bar and they are the perfect snack. They give you just the right amount of energy for sure!

      Reply
  8. Sarah Mark says

    September 19, 2020 at 4:12 pm

    I haven’t heard of these bars before I wonder if I can get them in the UK? If I can I definitely need to check them out! I would probably have them after work too to give me a little energy boost.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 4:28 pm

      I am not 100% sure if you can get them in the UK or not. You can always try to order and see what happens. I really hope your able to get them because they are definitely delicious and give you such a perfect amount of energy!

      Reply
  9. Graham Crosby says

    September 19, 2020 at 7:55 pm

    These look great. Not something I’ve tried before, but they seem to have a decent variety.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 9:27 pm

      Yes they really do. I’ve never really tried energy bars before either, but I am super impressed with these! They are great!

      Reply
  10. Natasha says

    September 19, 2020 at 9:11 pm

    Thank you for sharing I totally need something like this as a mum I’m always feeling tired so I definitely need some energy

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 19, 2020 at 9:37 pm

      Yes! It gives you the perfect amount of energy for sure. They are awesome!

      Reply
  11. Baby Boomer Super Saver says

    September 20, 2020 at 12:34 am

    I hadn’t heard of Verb before, but it looks like they have a nice variety of tasty flavors! I would love to see a savory bar – maybe lemon, olive & rosemary?

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    • Charity Gentry says

      September 20, 2020 at 7:33 pm

      Yes that would be good too. They are a pretty new company so they are constantly coming up with new and improved flavors so I am sure they will come up with one soon!

      Reply
  12. Fransic Verso says

    September 20, 2020 at 2:59 am

    For some reasons, it match your theme background haha. I just knew about them and will try them out. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 20, 2020 at 7:43 pm

      Thank you so much. You should definitely try them out! They are delicious!

      Reply
  13. Olivia says

    September 20, 2020 at 2:07 pm

    This sounds great, definitely a brand I’d like to look into. I love the photos you’ve attached, I really like its aesthetic!

    xoxo Olivia | https://oliviaandbeauty.com/

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 20, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      Yes you should definitely try them out! They are so awesome!

      Reply
  14. Daisy says

    September 20, 2020 at 4:35 pm

    Heaven knows I need all the energy I can get! Never tried an energy bar before but they sound yummy and amazing! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 20, 2020 at 7:47 pm

      Thank you so much. You should definitely try them out. They are so amazing!

      Reply
  15. Jaya Avendel says

    September 20, 2020 at 7:44 pm

    Oo, these bars sound so good! I love that the trial pack includes four flavors at such a great price; salted peanut butter, coconut chai, and vanilla latte all sounds so, so good, and the bars are just the right size; not too big, not too small.
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 20, 2020 at 7:53 pm

      Yes! They really are the perfect size and they give you just the right amount of energy! Also, all the flavors are definitely delicious too!

      Reply
  16. Single Mom Chapters says

    September 20, 2020 at 8:29 pm

    I never heard about these before. They look so cute and aren’t even pricey. I’m definitely gonna try these!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 21, 2020 at 10:43 am

      Yes, you definitely should! They are so delicious and great!

      Reply
  17. Jenny in Neverland says

    September 23, 2020 at 3:15 pm

    I’ve never heard of these! Are they sold in the UK? Lemon and raspberry flavour sounds amazing! These sound ideal for an afternoon pick-me-up!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 25, 2020 at 1:21 am

      I am not 100% sure if they are sold in the UK or not, you can always try to order them and see what happens. I love them too. They definitely are the perfect afternoon pick me up!

      Reply
  18. Stephanie says

    September 23, 2020 at 10:09 pm

    I think my husband and I would both benefit from these. They sound super helpful and yummy too! I’ll need to look into getting some for us soon. I’m glad you shared!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 25, 2020 at 1:23 am

      No problem! You definitely should try them, I eat one almost everyday and I love them!

      Reply
  19. Della says

    September 24, 2020 at 10:51 am

    I’ve never heard of these bars before! They sound like the perfect pick me up snack, especially on a long work day x

    https://www.dellalovesnutella.co.uk/

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    • Charity Gentry says

      September 25, 2020 at 1:32 am

      Thank you. It sure is. It gives me just the right amount of energy to get through the day!

      Reply
  20. Nancy says

    September 26, 2020 at 1:09 am

    It is great that you got to partner with Verb Energy Bars! You can never go wrong with getting a boost in the morning or even during those afternoon crashes. I love that the trial bars are super affordable. I love how they are packaged as well! I might need to check them out!

    Nancy ✨ exquisitely.me

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    • Charity Gentry says

      September 26, 2020 at 1:20 pm

      Yes you should! I love them and the packaging is so cute too! I love it!

      Reply

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If you’ve ever struggled with chronic pain, muscle tension, or stress, you know how amazing that post-massage feeling is!

So tell me… are you a massage person too, or do you prefer other self-care treatments? 👇
#massagetherapy #chronicpainrelief #chronicpainmemes #chronicpainawareness #massagetime
I proudly present… the most expensive homegrown pe I proudly present… the most expensive homegrown pepper we’ve ever grown. 🌶️🤣

After all the money we’ve spent on raised garden beds, soil, plants, fertilizer, and supplies, this little pepper is basically worth its weight in gold! 😂 But honestly, there’s nothing more rewarding than walking outside and harvesting fresh vegetables from your own backyard garden.

And let me tell you… this pepper was DELICIOUS! 🙌 Now I’m anxiously waiting for our cucumbers, squash, and tomatoes to really start producing. There’s just something so exciting about watching a vegetable garden grow and finally getting to enjoy the fruits (and veggies!) of your labor.

Who else is gardening this year? 🌱 What are you growing, and what’s been your biggest success so far? Drop your garden updates below because I love seeing what everyone is growing! 👇🍅🥒🌶️
#raisedgarden #raisedgardenbeds #peppers #gardeningtherapy #gardeninglove
POV: You order faux ferns from Amazon thinking the POV: You order faux ferns from Amazon thinking they’ll be ready to hang… and then they show up needing an entire assembly project. 🤣🌿

Apparently, if I had actually read the product description, I would have known that. But who has time for details when you’re busy adding things to your cart? 😂

After a LOT of fluffing, shaping, and styling, though, these faux hanging ferns turned out so good! I love using artificial hanging baskets on our porch because they’re completely low-maintenance, stay green year-round, and don’t require me to climb a ladder every few days to water them. As someone who’s vertically challenged, that’s a major win. 🤣

If you’re looking for realistic faux outdoor plants, easy porch decorating ideas, or low-maintenance outdoor decor, I highly recommend giving these a try!

Would you choose real plants or faux plants for your porch? 🌿👇

Comment “FERNS” below and I’ll send you the link! #whatiorderedvswhatigot #whatiorderedversuswhatigot #whatiordered #fauxplants #ferns
Can we talk about how exhausting working with the Can we talk about how exhausting working with the public can be? Some days I’m convinced my true calling is being a remote work, stay-at-home employee with minimal social interaction because nothing drains my social battery faster. 😅

But here we are, another workday, another dollar, and we’re just gonna power through and get it done. 💪

Anyone else feel completely wiped out after talking to people all day, or is that just my introvert/neurodivergent brain? 🤪 #workhumor #workingwiththepublic #officehumor #relatablecontent #funnyworkmemes
Happy Sunday, friends! ☀️Sharing a few cozy Sunday Happy Sunday, friends! ☀️Sharing a few cozy Sunday stills of our front porch today because I’m absolutely soaking up this beautiful weather. There’s just something special about slowing down, enjoying some good old-fashioned porch sitting, and taking in the sights and sounds of summer. Anyone else spending time outside today?

I’m especially excited that we finally got our flower beds refreshed and ready for the season! 🌸🐦 The colorful blooms have already started attracting hummingbirds, and watching them dart around the flowers from inside the house each morning has quickly become one of my favorite parts of the day.

Between the front porch decor, blooming flowers, and warm summer sunshine, home feels extra sweet right now. ❤️

Wishing you all a relaxing Sunday filled with sunshine, fresh air, and a little time to enjoy the simple things. #sundaystills #flowerbed #flowerbeds #porchdecor #porchsitting
But can we talk about how hard it is to make frien But can we talk about how hard it is to make friends in your 30s?! Is anyone else struggling with adult friendships, or is it just me?

Maybe it’s my socially awkward, overthinking brain. Maybe it’s because I spend 99% of my free time at home and have fully embraced my introvert era. Or maybe it’s the fact that every time I meet someone new, I replay the entire conversation in my head for the next 3-5 business days. 🤣

And while I’ve never been officially diagnosed as neurodivergent, let’s just say some of those traits hit a little too close to home. 🧠😂

So if you’re also navigating social anxiety, an expired social battery, awkward small talk, and the challenge of making friends as an adult... welcome. You’re my people.

At least in my head, I’m the life of the party. 🎉🤣 #neurodivergent #neurodivergentsupport #socialanxietymemes #adultfriendships #socialbattery
POV: You survived your first full week back at wor POV: You survived your first full week back at work after endometriosis excision surgery… and this is what recovery really looks like. 😂

I officially made it through my first full week back to work after a month-long surgery leave, and whew… the post-op fatigue is NO joke.

Every evening has looked pretty much the same: clock out, soak my aching body in a scorching hot bath, grab my heating pad, put on my weighted eye mask, and immediately take a cat nap before I can even think about making dinner or doing anything around the house. 😴

I knew recovering from endometriosis excision surgery would take time, but I didn’t expect the exhaustion to hit this hard after returning to work. My body is definitely reminding me that healing isn’t always a straight line.

Right now, this little recovery routine is getting me through:
💛 Hot bath
💛 Heating pad on full blast
💛 Weighted eye mask (shoutout to @nodpodofficial) 
💛 Emergency evening nap

Thankfully, it’s finally the weekend, and I can focus on resting and recharging before doing it all over again next week.

If you’ve had endometriosis excision surgery, how long did the fatigue last for you after returning to work? Please tell me this part doesn’t last forever! 😂👇 

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#postoprecovery #womenwithendometriosis #surgeryrecovery #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnesssupport
POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you rem POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you remember you’re funding your cat’s luxury lifestyle. 😹

Whenever I have a bad day at work, I remind myself that I need that paycheck so my cats can stay home all day, nap in peace, eat snacks, and live their best spoiled-cat lives. 😂

This first week back at work has been ROUGH, y’all. I miss being home with my fur babies more than anything. Honestly, I think my true calling in life is being a stay-at-home cat mom. 🐾

But unfortunately, someone has to pay for the treats, toys, fancy food, and all the other necessities required to maintain this luxury cat lifestyle. And that someone is me. 😅

The funniest part? I don’t even think little Miss Riley misses me. As long as the food bowl stays full and the treats keep coming, she’s perfectly content living her best life while I’m out here working my butt off. 🤣

Any other cat parents feel like they’re just employees funding their pets’ dreams? 🐱💸 #stayathomecat #stayathomecatmom #catmom #catmomproblems #catmomprobs

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