Smoothies

There is no better way than to start your morning with a healing green smoothie. You can pack a ton of nutrient dense goodness into your blender and viola! You've got yourself a healing elixir to help fuel your...
I think of this powerful blend as “field to shield.” With the antioxidant weight of these ingredients, nothin’s gettin’ the better of you! You can enjoy this booster in summer with a little sweetener and omit the trio of orange zest,...
Simple green smoothie recipes are an abundant and healthful way to detox, lose weight, energize or to simply lead a healthy lifestyle. You're in for a delightful treat with this soothing green smoothie recipe with hints of licorice (from...
Whilst the first things that may come to mind when thinking about pumpkins are pies and jack-o'lanterns, this orange gourd has a number of other uses and benefits worth noting. Pumpkin Perks: Health Benefits of Pumpkin Rich in beta carotene and...
I've been craving organic cherries lately but since they aren't in season it's been tough to find them. Finally the other day we found some organic frozen cherries at Lifestyles Market in Victoria, BC. Listening to the body's cravings for...
My philosphy on health is simple, keep your fat low, your carb intake high and your mindset positive. Leave the extremity and the all or nothing mentality to the  "religious raw foodists". Enjoy life and the food you put...
When you're making smoothies, the possibilities for ingredients are endless. I guess that's one of the reasons why I love them so much, and also why I always recommend them to new comers to the Young and Raw lifestyle....
Did you know that Vanilla was prescribed by physicians in the 1700's as an aphrodisiac to men who suffered from low libido? I find little food facts like these super fascinating because in our modern world we've lost touch...
It's warming up here in Melbourne! My body has been craving tangelos, oranges, berries, smoothies, lots of fresh foods! This smoothie filled me up, made me feel light and kept me going until lunch. If you have small kids this is...
A classic Chai with a tonic twist! Chai will never be the same again. With a full serving and nourishment of maca, coconut oil, raw honey and reishi, goji, astragalus, he shou wu and schizandra, Chai Latte makes an excellent...