05.18.2012
GUILTY AS CHARGED

Guilty Pleasure Workout Playlist

Music can propel us forward, make us think, conjure up deep emotions. It can also remind us to laugh and find the silliness in everyday life. When the going gets tough and motivation is low, sometimes the only thing that can get you moving is that one song you keep locked in the vault of your iPod. READ MORE…

COMMENTS (0) Pin It Permalink
05.18.2012
SPOONFUL OF SUGAR

Superfood Spotlight: Manuka Honey

Most of us love honey. After all, what’s not to love? It’s both sweet and healthy! Manuka honey is so unique, and its healing powers are unparalleled. It is classified as a Therapeutic Good in New Zealand and across the globe. It contains the unique “manuka factor”, a highly beneficial antibacterial substance with healing characteristics above and beyond those found in other honeys. READ MORE…

COMMENTS (0) Pin It Permalink
05.18.2012
BEAUTY BERRIES

Fresh Strawberry Face Mask

It’s officially strawberry season, and this means yummy in the tummy… and on the face! A homemade strawberry face mask is great for all skin types and is very simple to make. These salicylic acid-packed berries are great at removing dead skin cells, leaving your skin clean, exfoliated and soft. The red berries are also rich in antioxidants that can repair skin damage and prevent premature aging! READ MORE…

COMMENTS (0) Pin It Permalink
05.17.2012
TAKEOUT TAKEOVER

Rethink Chinese: The Nutritionist-Guided Menu at Joss Cuisine

Most people love Chinese food, but avoid it because it can be greasy and laden with unhealthy flavor enhancers like Mono Sodium Glutamate (MSG) and unhealthy oils. MSG is a chemically altered form of salt and it makes the body crave more of it. Joss Cuisine in Beverly Hills takes authentic Chinese Cuisine for a modern spin. READ MORE…

COMMENTS (0) Pin It Permalink
05.17.2012
ON THE ROAD AGAIN

A Vegan Chef’s Healthy Travel Tips

Being on a vegan, raw or just plain health-conscious diet on the road can be a real challenge.  Whether your travels involve high-calorie room service or pit stop junk food, it’s hard to find the right nutrition when away from home.  We asked vegan chef Tori of Tori’s Bakeshop – who we know travels quite a bit – to share a few of her best tips for eating well on the road!  Check out the questions we had for Tori and enjoy her answers that get all of us one step closer to living well, even when on the road! READ MORE…

COMMENTS (0) Pin It Permalink
05.17.2012
SNACK ATTACK

The Switch: Kale Chips

Most people love to snack throughout the day. Potato chips have become a staple in the American diet – we love chips with sandwiches, soups or as a simple snack. The truth is, potato chips are not healthy, even though they taste delicious. White potatoes are not a nutritious option, and when you add oil and fry or bake them, you have an even unhealthier product. READ MORE…

COMMENTS (0) Pin It Permalink
________
________