Switching to healthier drink options doesn’t have to be a big problem. There are a lot of great choices for drinks that fight inflammation available that you can easily buy. Many of us just go to Starbucks or nearby beverage stores, but there's a better way! Prepare them yourself at home with fresh, organic ingredients. Popular anti-inflammatory drinks [...]
Spring is the season of fresh veggies, enticing us with their unique flavor and endless possibilities of preparation. If you are a fan of homemade meals, you have arrived at the perfect article. In the post below, we will present several mouth-watering recipes with peas and asparagus. Enjoy the new preparation methods and do not hesitate to [...]
March 23 is National Chia Day -- the perfect day to celebrate the goodness and benefits of chia seeds with Birthday Cake Chia Pudding. Of course, chia pudding is so healthy and delicious, I can eat it everyday! Mamma Chia, innovator of chia-based beverages and snacks, is celebrating the vitality, energy and strength of chia, as [...]
Lately, I've had a minor obsession with cauliflower and sweet potatoes. Everywhere I look, I see wonderful dishes made with these healthy, hardy staples. Sweet potatoes are chock full of nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, fiber, antioxidants, complex carbohydrates and they are low in calories. Cauliflower is a member of the cruciferous family of [...]
Salad has a few basic ingredients. Usually, that consists of lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and carrots. That simple, basic salad is great and very nutrient dense, but after eating it for two weeks, you’re probably going to be tired of it. That's why these seasonal plant-based salads like the ones below are such tasty treats to make. They [...]
I live in a city blessed with lots of raw and vegan restaurants. One of my favorite ways to treat myself to is feast on a plate of creamy goodness in the form of Raw Vegan Angel Hair Zucchini Pasta with "Neat" Balls. Lately, I have fallen in love with the taste and texture of zucchini noodles [...]
First things first, let me tell you a thing or two about the holiday itself. I know we all think of Shrove Tuesday as the guilt-free pancake devouring holiday (and practically it is just that) but there are also some things that are quite important to bear in mind before indulging in that large stack sitting [...]
For people, always on the go and living a fast-paced life, take outs and instant meals are the easiest, most convenient choice. But this poses a health risk in the long run! The struggle begins with the present lack of time. If you can’t afford to cook, there are other ways to go fast without sacrificing your health! [...]
Tomato Dal/ Dal Tadka is a popular Indian recipe with a high dose of protein and goes great with hot steaming rice or roti. The taste is a rich combination of tomatoes, onions and tur dal (pigeon pea lentils or red lentils) as the main ingredients. Required Ingredients for Tomato Dal: Pigeon pea or red lentils: [...]
Holiday parties are a boon for food lovers, but many traditional desserts contain animal products. However, finding and making vegan recipes isn’t difficult. There are many healthy and delicious vegan fruit desserts to enjoy this holiday season. Show family and friends just how easy (and yummy) vegan desserts can be by sharing some of these creative [...]
Wishing You a Happy Healthy Holiday Season! I am so glad to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with you! Welcome to the Special Holiday Edition of the “Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party” Blog Hop! This “blog hop party” is a positive place where you can find and share lots of healthy, green, natural and [...]
Wishing You a Happy Holiday Season! I am so glad to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with you! Welcome to the Special Holiday Edition of the “Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party” Blog Hop! This “blog hop party” is a positive place where you can find and share lots of healthy, green, natural and delicious [...]
Happy Holidays! I am so glad to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with you! Welcome to the Special Holiday Edition of the “Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party” Blog Hop! This “blog hop party” is a positive place where you can find and share lots of healthy, green, natural and delicious holiday goodies, gifts [...]
Healthy-eating supporters all over must have seen the Google’s Food Trend Report for 2016. If you haven’t, Google it for heaven’s sake! Let’s make something clear: I like eating. I like eating healthy even better. But most of all, I like introducing new healthy ingredients that give my favorite dishes a healthy twist and take them [...]
You know you are in a mood for lazing around when all you want to do is eat, sleep and repeat. Don’t you worry about gaining a few extra pounds on days like these because we have some kick-ass vegan recipes to keep you fit while you are busy holidaying. When people go vegan, many of [...]
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is just around the corner, decorations are out, and you’re already thinking of what to make or buy for your loved ones this year. Besides the endless holiday gift dilemma and house decorations, you also have to consider what meals to make for holiday dinners you’ll be hosting [...]
If you don’t like the taste of raw vegetables, like is the case with most people, juicing is a good way to take in the nutrients. A glass of fresh juice supplies your daily dose of vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. You even get to consume additional nutrients which would have been destroyed by heat when cooking. You [...]
On one of my many life-changing trips to Jamaica, West Indies, I wandered into a local Ital foods shop. After browsing their extensive menu of healthy elixirs, I experienced the unique pleasure of drinking a delicious creamy, white health drink called soursop juice. The proprietor extolled the health benefits of soursop fruit, so I tried to drink this healthy beverage as often [...]
When I was growing up, my mother loved to pamper us with delicious desserts after dinner each night. I have fond memories of how Mom loved to make Apple Betty Cobbler, Rice Pudding, Peach Cobbler, Jello or pound cake and top each dessert with ice cream. I was in charge of scooping up the ice cream, so I often [...]
When the weather is steamy like it has been this month, my favorite way to cool off is to whip up some quick vegan nice cream combinations in my high speed blender or food processor. The end result is totally dependent upon what fresh, ripe, organic fruit I have in my kitchen. Last night, I froze a [...]
Smoothies have been around for quite some time, but it seems like nowadays more than ever they are being associated with healthy lifestyle. New age trend or not, one thing is for sure, these fruit and veggie-based beverages can in fact be a substitute for regular meals and a much healthier alternative to fast food. Plus, [...]
I am delighted to share talented Vegan Coach and Personal Trainer, Ramona Cadogan's story with you. Ramona became a vegan for the animals but also to prevent or reduce the chances of getting ill from consuming animal products. She is a National level athlete in Olympic weightlifting competitions--in fact, she took the silver medal at her first National meet by being in the [...]
(Disclosure: This is a sponsored post and giveaway. We received a product sample of Pro Matcha Plant-Based Protein for review. All opinions are our own.) Maintaining a fit and healthy lifestyle is a major priority for me. Like many women who are trying to live a balanced life – while juggling work, family, exercise and [...]
Who craves creamy foods? I do! More often than I care to confess, I have overwhelming cravings for some of the rich, creamy textures and flavors that I grew up eating like cream sauces and creamy dips and spreads. Since I follow a plant-based diet, I have had a lot of fun exploring non-dairy alternatives to some of my favorite [...]
