Hormonal imbalances are so prevalent today, it's almost guaranteed that you or someone you know is experiencing some degree of hormonal turbulence. While it's always comforting to know we're not alone in our struggles, anyone who's suffering knows first...
I found Young and Raw via Facebook last January and signed up for the February 30 Day Green Smoothie Challenge. I wanted to lose some weight that I had previously lost but put back on after a pregnancy. The...
I am 56 years old, married to the love of my life, whom I refer to as my 'granola'. I have 3 amazing adult children and 3 grandchildren. This is my story.
I am a storyteller, and I try and...
Inflammation can be caused many different factors. Scientifically speaking inflammation is a cascade of chemical reactions that happen within the body when there is damage done to cells, when there is an irritant present or when the body senses...
One of the most common concerns I hear from juice skeptics is about how expensive produce (and as a result, juicing) is. These concerns are often justified. I have spent many-a-grocery store trip leaving with a receipt upwards of...
We get asked almost every day on Young and Raw whether or not it is advised to do a detox or cleanse while breast-feeding or pregnant. The short answer to this question is no. The long answer is that there...
Today a Young and Raw Facebook Fan inspired me to do a little digging, and when I say a little, I mean all I had to do was google the ingredients for 10 minutes to realize this product pretty...
Do you suffer from inflammation, sore joins, menstrual cramps or even want to repair your muscles faster after yoga or a really good workout? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, boy do we have...
Being sick once in a while is totally normal, or is it? Even though catching a cold or flu is avoidable most of the time, the majority of people out there will tell you sick days are just part...
I love coconut oil! Here's why you should too. Coconut oil is one of the healthiest foods on the planet! It used to be believed that saturated fats such as coconut oil were harmful to the body and contribute to...
