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 Serves 1 Prep time: 10 minutes  This recipe works best in a juicer, or a powerful blender, as it creates a lot of pulp. If using a juicer and removing the pulp, add the chia seeds after removing the pulp.  Ingredients: 1 cup coconut water, unflavored 1 cup water ½ tsp turmeric [...]
Serves 1 Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 2 large Swiss chard leaves ½ frozen banana ½ avocado 1 tbsp matcha green tea powder 1 cup dairy-free milk ½ scoop plant-based protein powder Toppings: blueberries, pepitas, chia seeds Instructions: Add all of the ingredients to a blender and process until smooth. Pour in a bowl and [...]
Serves 6 Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 1 ¾ cups water ¾ cup quinoa, uncooked ¾ tsp sea salt, divided 1 apple, cored and finely chopped (place in orange juice for 10 minutes to keep fresh) ½ cup blueberries ⅓ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped ⅓ cup fresh mint, finely chopped [...]
Acne. It’s something you’re supposed to grow out of. Like awkward teenage crushes, boy bands, and report cards. But here you are. An adult. Still breaking out like a pizza-crazy 15-year-old off to the school dance. Only now, the stakes are higher. You’d give anything to look your best for that job promotion you want. [...]
Serves 1 Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 3 minutes Ingredients: 3 tbsp almond flour (can also sub regular flour) ½ tsp baking powder 1 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice ½ cup pumpkin puree 1 egg white 1 tbsp dairy-free milk 2 tbsp dairy-free dark chocolate chips Instructions: Mix [...]
Do you ever feel that your stress, anger or frustrations about acne are pooh-pooed just because you have a mild case? Maybe 2 to 5 blemishes a month? So not fair! No matter who you are, no matter how little acne you have, your concerns deserve respect and understanding. The fact is, you’re in good [...]
You’re pregnant. Congratulations! You feel great and can’t wait to meet your little one. But why is your face suddenly a mess? According to WebMD, about 50% of pregnant women experience acne, especially during the first two trimesters. And it’s probably no surprise that hormones are the culprit! Pregnancy hormones—in this case, progesterone–increases levels of [...]
If you ever experience bloating, gassiness, skipping bowel movements, diarrhea, stomach aches or cramping, start taking probiotics! Probiotics are living microorganisms that, when taken orally, provide numerous health benefits. Comprised mainly of beneficial bacteria, you can take probiotics as supplements as well as eat foods prepared using bacterial fermentation such as sauerkraut, tempeh and kimchi. [...]
Stubborn acne got you down? Then you already know that acne is far more than skin deep. It takes a huge toll on your emotional health, too. The American Academy of Dermatology says it’s quite common for people with acne to develop anxiety, lack of confidence, depression, loneliness and a decreased quality of life. Many [...]
