The heat is on (like triple digits on), which means hydration and electrolytes are a must! Fruits are especially great for hydration - they offer electrolytes, enzymes and more water than most foods. Watermelon is the queen bee of hydrating fruits. It's in the name...
Drinking water and eating water-rich foods (i.e. fresh fruits and vegetables) is essential for our health. As reported by the CDC, water helps to regulate our body temperature, lubricates our joints, protects our sensitive tissues and spinal chord, and helps to...
With an epic workout comes the all important fuel that follows. Here are 5 tips for post-workout nutrition. Rehydrate. Water and electrolytes are an important part of pre-, during, and post-workout fuel. Make sure to consume plenty of water and add a pinch of pink...
From injury prevention to weight loss to whole health, hydration is a critical component of whole health. When you exercise, you sweat. And when you sweat, you lose fluid. Our bodies are mostly water, so even a slight shortage can make you dehydrated, which describes...
Contrary to paleo preachers, fruits are not the enemy. Fruits are a delicious source of energy and hydration, packed with micro nutrients and vitamins. The fiber in fruit helps the body digest the sugar, and fruit sugar releases slowly in the body, creating long term...
Did you know that you could survive a month without eating, but you will last only a week without water? When we are dehydrated, water is removed from each cell in our body causing a variety of problems. Skin issues, sunken eyes , headaches. stiff muscles and joints,...
Today we're breaking down pre-workout fuel into 5 simple, easy to follow steps. Note: These are general guidelines. If you're going out for a 3 hour run or 5 hour bike ride, your fuel needs will be different. I am speaking more to the 60-90 minute workout crowd....
This bright, citrusy, creamy Goddess Salad dressing is the ticket to salad heaven. It’s so simple and flavorful, without overpowering the main dish, making it a great addition to your salads, wraps, pasta salads, fresh (or cooked) veggies, and more. GODDESS DRESSING...
We have a keeper, folks. Our Edamame Quinoa Salad is the salad to top all salads. It is loaded with antioxidants and brimming with protein-packed, fiber-rich edamame and quinoa. Tossed in a bright, flavorful vinaigrette this salad may seem light, but it’s something...
We are on a serious salad kick and for a good reason. Salads, such as this Barley + Greens Salad, cover nearly all of the important food groups – greens, grains, legumes, and citrus. This one is easy to prepare, for the week or for a light dinner. It’s also super...
Did you know that you could survive a month without eating, but only a week without drinking water? As you already know, your body is largely composed of water. Each cell contains it, and when we are dehydrated water is removed from the cells which causes a variety of...
This Blood Orange Salad is brimming with citrus, containing anti-inflammatory antioxidants and (fat-burning) flavonoids, along with aromatic fresh basil, protein-packed chickpeas, and sweet and savory balsamic vinegar. It's a salad to rival all other salads. If...
Remember the Tofu Bánh mì Sandwich from a while back? Well, in case you missed it, it was awesome. So awesome, in fact, that we reinvented it in kale salad form. Don't let the long list of ingredients deter you from giving this salad a go. Each ingredient has its...
Happy Friday, y'all! Today is all about onions. Yes, onions. I know, they may not be the flashiest of foods, but by golly they're good and good for you! Flavonoids, the pigment responsible for the reddish/purplue hue in red onions, contain antioxidants,...
It's Saturday and it's good to be alive! The weekend allows us a little more time to be with our favorite people, enjoy the beautiful weather, exercise in the sunshine, and of course enjoy great food! I usually reserve Saturdays for "smoothie day", but today I was in...
Taco Tuesday, Taco Wednesday, Taco any day. These Mini Taco Bowls are easy to throw together and even easier to devour. You can pick your fillings, but I highly recommend loading them up with Black Bean Quinoa Salad (see recipe below). Black beans are rich in protein,...
There's nothing better than a morning workout, a hot shower, and a refreshing smoothie to start your day. If done right, smoothies are an excellent, tasty way to get a full serving of fruits and veggies. But, it can be tricky to figure out which ingredients work well...