1. Chanca Piedra
This is a plant traditionally found in the Amazon, commonly used for treating gallstones, kidney stones and supporting the liver in purging toxins. A 2002 study in India found that Chanca Piedra helps to increase bile secretion of...
Most of us now know that a raw food cleanse can be the ultimate weight loss tool. Raw foods provide our bodies with plant-based nutrition and enzymes that aren't normally as present in a standard diet. They are so...
There are many causes of unwanted weight gain, including stress, hormones, a poor diet, injury, even organ health. There's so much out there being marketed for weight loss and really, when you're in the thick of it, it can...
Want to really impress your friends at your next potluck? This kale salad is not only beautiful to look at but also full of flavour, nutrients, and works really well when made in big batches. Don't be afraid to get...
Remember when coconut water was the new kid on the block? Well those days are over. Exotic waters are super trendy, but are they really any better than the liquid that comes from the tap in your sink? I'm...
A specialty coffee, a dirty chai is typically a chai latte with a shot of espresso. This chilled and blended version still combines the warming spices of masala chai, with the bold, roasted taste of coffee, but adds a...
Avocado is at the top of my list of favorite foods. Avocados have more amino acids than any other fruit and contain healthy fats and nutrients that are essential to skin & joint health.
Include more avocados in your diet...
Take that, rice pudding! Quinoa pudding is the new cool kid on this block. I've had this recipe for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert - quinoa doesn't judge! Besides, rice just can’t compete with the protein and texture quinoa...
Simple green smoothie recipes are a great way to gently detox, shed unwanted weight and reduce inflammation. Some people have found they lose 5-10 pounds easily in their first month of swapping out coffee in the morning for a...
Earlier this year I had the pleasure of traveling for a month in Southeast Asia. It was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life ... I started in Bali, then Cambodia, Laos and ended my journey in...
