When you’re feeling rundown due to extended work hours, overdoing your workout routine, or lack of sleep, try giving Incan Spirulina a try. Spirulina is a nutrient-rich form of fresh-water algae, grown and dried into a deep, dark green (nutrient-rich) powder with an added bonus of containing the highest concentration of complete proteins found in any food….
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Fuyu Persimmons Maqui Smoothie
Fuyu Persimmons are a delicious option when looking for seasonal fruit this fall. This beautiful, tomato-shaped fruit originated in China but is actually the National fruit of Japan. The Fuyu has a bright-orange colored skin with a crisp crunch and sweet taste. No need to peel your Fuyu’s as this specific variety does not have…
Perfect Pistachio Smoothie
Okay, so no one ever said this would be easy! Living with a chronic illness is a nagging reminder to stay present, knowing that where you are today can, and often does, change overnight. Staying in the moment and appreciating the small stuff seems easy, but when things go south we’re challenged to dig deep,…
Boosted Protein Power Smoothie
How to increase protein in a plant-based diet: Start with the understanding that getting enough protein from a vegan diet requires eating from the rainbow of foods Mother Nature has given us. No single source of protein, plant or animal, is perfect. Beyond offering a variety of beans, legumes, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds, I…
Purple & Green Maca Smoothie
Two of my favorite colors come together in this Purple & Green Maca Smoothie with an added antioxidant and energy boosting kick by way of South America. ENERGY LAYER: We’ve combined maca powder from Solraiz Organics, and Kiwifruit to create the perfect endurance booster. Both Kiwifruit and maca are used by athletes throughout the…
Cilantro Detox Smoothie
Inspired by the Southwest, our Cilantro Detox Smoothie is not only delicious, but beneficial in helping to cleanse the body of heavy metal build up. Cilantro has a strong flavor and typically overrides most smoothies, but we’ve mixed-it-up by juicing our greens – including the cilantro – as a base for this simple, anti-inflammatory smoothie….
Strawberry Chia Pudding & Blueberry Maca Smoothie
With a little planning, waking up to a nutrient dense breakfast is quick and easy. The combination of Strawberry Chia Pudding topped with our Blueberry Maca Smoothie is energy in a jar – Ohh la la! Strawberry Chia Pudding topped with Blueberry Maca Smoothie Simple Living Tip: Taking time to plan what’s for breakfast is a…