Hot and Sour Orange Smoothie

Even though it’s cold outside, I’m still drinking my detox smoothie for breakfast every morning. I just feel so much better when I start my day off with a healthy infusion of fruit, vegetables, antioxidants, bioflavonoids, protein and the ever-important ingredient: water! As much as I like change, I still…

Continue Reading →

Raspberry Beet Smoothie

Beets for Breakfast? Sure! They will brighten up an otherwise dull pink smoothie while providing great benefits for your body. Beets contain betaine and betalin pigments, both of which support detoxification. Betaine is made up of choline (a B vitamin) and 3 methyl groups. These molecules regulate inflammation and can…

Continue Reading →

Beet Juice

I used to have a juicer, but no longer. However, it’s on my wish list. This is my daughter, Rebecca’s recipe. She recommends using tart apples in this one, since the beets and carrots are already sweet.

Continue Reading →

Lemon Mint Lassi

A lassi is a simple Indian beverage made with yogurt. It’s usually served before or after a meal, to help with digestion. It is traditionally served at room temperature, although in the US it’s normally served over ice. Some are thick like a smoothie, but a thinner version is more authentic.…

Continue Reading →