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Strawberry-Ginger Beet Smoothie Recipe

A little tangy. Creamy. With a bit of a hot bite. Gently sweet. This smoothie is pretty delightful. But just be sure that you brush your teeth before going out into public. Otherwise, the luscious redness of strawberries and beets will have you looking like a feasting vampire. =-) Strawberries are one of those yummy…

Ingredients to use for more exciting smoothies

Smoothies are super popular for a reason: they offer a burst of wholesome and flavor, and make a great meal for a busy person, like you. They are also cool and refreshing - PERFECT for summertime! (more…)

Creamy, Green, Anti-inflammatory Smoothie Recipe

Green smoothies are bringing sexy back. This suave elixir boosts your immune system, while also one-upping your anti-aging cream. Green drinks are the best tasting multi-vitamin you can get your pretty paws on. Drinking your salad gives you an opportunity to consume far more veggie-loves than you would treat yourself to otherwise. (more…)

Super-Size Your Wallet + Smoothie Recipe

What's crazy about buying two pounds of organic strawberries for five bucks? Okay, obviously, the price. But what's crazy would be to buy the strawberries when bushels of them are oozing out of our garden beds. Then why on earth did I buy any more berries? For one, these are premium, seasonal berries that are in their…

Immune Ammo: Carrot-Orange-Ginger Smoothie

I’ve felt a bit taxed the last few days, as though a cold is reaching its long, nasty tentacles for me. I made a super-immune booster smoothie in less than five minutes, and I’ve felt great ever since I consumed it this morning. This powerful smoothie contains fresh carrots, ginger and orange. It boasts large…

Are you drinking enough water?

If you're like the majority of people I talk to, you're probably not drinking enough water. It's often quite surprising how many people forget to drink water. Staying well hydrated helps your mood, improves your brain function, and prevents fatigue. Why is water necessary? You have likely heard that your body is 60% of water.…

Tasty, Healthy, Low-Calorie Beverages

A lot of people dislike the taste of water, and do not turn to it first as a beverage of choice. Since water is *essential* to life, I know that something is wrong when people don't want to drink it. In this post, I'll help you discover why your water might not taste pleasant; how…

4 foods to boost heart health, improve blood pressure and cholesterol

February is not just for Valentine's Day. It is also heart health month, which bring me to this: Heart health remains one of the most challenging areas for Americans. Despite decades of public health efforts, heart disease is still the leading cause of death for both men and women. It is also very expensive to treat…

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Kale Caesar Salad Recipe (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Paleo)

If you still haven't ventured into the delicious world known as kale and chard, let me reassure you: there’s a reason for the green food craze! People often ask me for recipes so they can become familiar, and comfortable, with these greens. This recipe is a delicious way to test out the world of kale…

How to eat more veggies without trying too hard

Last week, I wrote about the recent research on correlations between vegetable consumption and happiness. Of course, you've heard the message that veggies are good for you, probably since you were a young lad. Plants contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatory nutrients, and liver-health-promoting micronutrients. (more…)