Everyone is drinking smoothies these days. People make smoothies because they are healthy, taste good and because they are quick and easy to make. Smoothies are also a great way to get greens, veggies, fruit and other supplements in your diet. However, smoothies need to have some balance. Learn how to make a balanced smoothie that keeps you full longer. What is a Balanced … [Read more...] about How to Make a Balanced Smoothie that Keeps You Full Longer
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The Avocado, An Amazing Superfood
What's smooth and creamy and green inside, has rough skin on the outside, not to mention packed full of healthy stuff? You guessed it, the avocado. Some people do not like avocados. Who knows why they do not like avocados, but one this is for sure, they are missing out on a fruit that has a lot goodness. There are some people who say they do not like avocados, but … [Read more...] about The Avocado, An Amazing Superfood
Green Smoothie Ingredients from Carolyn’s Corner
Have you ever wondered about what you should put in your smoothies? Learn what's in the ingredients you add to your green smoothies. Today, Carolyn Akens shares with us her top smoothie ingredients and why they are good for you. When making a green smoothie you can add bananas, apples, pineapple, ginger, flaxseeds or flaxseed oil, hemp protein powder, various greens (spinach, … [Read more...] about Green Smoothie Ingredients from Carolyn’s Corner
Fruit and Vegetable Facts You Should Know
Have you ever heard someone say, "I don't like vegetables and I don't eat them?" Yes, I am sure you have heard this statement at some time in your life. Before changing my diet to a plant-based diet, I didn't think much about people saying they don't like vegetables, because I thought it was okay and pretty much the norm. But now that I have changed my diet, learned … [Read more...] about Fruit and Vegetable Facts You Should Know
7 Reasons Why You Should Eat Green Leafy Vegetables
I do not know too many people who enjoy eating vegetables, let alone green leafy vegetables. Everyone probably had a grandmother who told you to eat your greens and they probably had a pot of greens on the stove each time you visited. I will never forget my first introduction to turnip greens. My grandmother would eat turnip greens and cornbread with her fingers. Yes, I know … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons Why You Should Eat Green Leafy Vegetables
How I Ended My Affair with Chocolate Chip Cookies
All it took was one time and I was hooked. It was like I was having an affair. I got a rush while eating them and when I thought about them, my mouth watered. I started a 15 day cleanse (Thisilyn Cleanse 15 Day Mineral Program) on January 4, 2012 and promised myself that I would leave the chocolate chip cookies alone, eat a strict vegan diet and so far so good. It's amazing … [Read more...] about How I Ended My Affair with Chocolate Chip Cookies