There are few things I love more than a good morning routine. And I don’t mean the wake up, pound the alarm button, sprint to bathroom for a speed shower, grab a sugary yogurt and plastic spoon for the car and get out...

1. Be prepared for your plane ride- Most people don’t know that you can bring your own homemade food on a plane.  I never fly without first preparing food to take with me.  I don't want to be caught in the...

At this point, most of us can probably accept the fact that our society as a whole consumes far too much sugar. Not only does the addictive nature of sugar make it hard to resist, but added sugar often hides in foods we...

Is that bag of potato chips your go-to snack? Or do you constantly surrender to your sweet tooth? If so, it’s time to kick the habit. Here are 5 steps to healthy eating that will help you stay satisfied while...

Electrolytes. We’ve all heard about them and we all know we need to replenish them after working out. But what are they really? And are we restoring them in the most optimal and healthful way for our...

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It is no secret that I am a fan of sweets.  When asked what my favorite food is I answer kale ….or cake.  :) One thing you will never catch in my sweets though is refined sugar.  That stuff is toxic!  Eating...

The Goods: Flax Oil: A great source of the essential alpha linoleic fatty acid and omega-3’s in which most people are deficient. (1) Flax also contains lignans, which help the body metabolize estrogens.  It may...

Everyone seems to be crazy for coconuts these days -- and for good reason too.  This delicious, nut-bearing fruit is highly nutritious and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The coconut consists of four basic...

When did you last use the Nutrition Facts panel of food packages before you purchased an item? If it’s been a while, you’re not alone. According to the NPD Group, fewer than half of all shoppers use the nutrition...

(Originally posted on Annie's personal blog, Blawnde) I LOVE FATS! Love them! They’re my #1 Stunner. Many years ago I ditched grains and and replaced them with nourishing, lubricating, fat burning, health...

Cayenne pepper not only turns up the heat in some of Suja’s most popular juices, it’s also known to have several surprising health benefits too. Cayenne pepper comes from a shrub that originated in Central and...

I can’t remember exactly when it started, probably a few years ago, but now I don’t give it a second thought.  It’s completely automatic. Whenever I see something sweet, the first question that I always ask is...

Not all proteins are created equal! Meat-free meals are nearly always cheaper, lower in calories and better for our environment. But the same question always come up- can you get enough protein without meat? Are there...

The human body is a machine designed to run on its intended fuel – food. (1) Food is an interesting concept these days because what exactly is food anymore? We walk into brightly lit supermarkets with rows of...

First of all, let me just say if there were one food product I could not live without, it would be coconut oil. If you’ve ever seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding and the way Gus continually uses Windex throughout the...

Hydration: Juicing is a great way to get a natural source of water found in fruits and vegetables in addition to important nutrients, minerals, and electrolytes. (1) Increase fruit and veggie consumption: For...

We always encourage buying local, organic fruits and vegetables, but sometimes you have to pick and choose! Whether money is tight or organic produce isn’t readily available, it’s sometimes easier said than done to...