dairy-free vanilla protein smoothie

recently i had the opportunity to lead a small group on a winter adventure. although it was an online group program it reminded me of the wilderness trips i used to lead. it was a top notch group of participants and we had an exciting 7-days without coffee, alcohol or refined sugar. no coffee, sugar, or alcohol? no coffee, sugar, or alcohol and i consider it fun? don’t get me wrong. you know i enjoy my coffee but i also enjoy taking a break... Read More

my coco cilantro green smoothie

sugar, sugar or honey, honey? sugar and sugar alternatives are all the rage. it’s no secret too much sugar does not do a body good. everyone and their sister would like to knock it out of their diet in every which way, shape and form. however, many struggle before ultimately giving up. been there. done that. and it was a miserable experience. for health purposes there was a period of time i quit consuming sugar in every form. including fruit.... Read More

fruit smoothie bowl

smoothie bowls are a twist on your daily smoothie routine. this particular fruit smoothie bowl has been waking me up lately and it kicks the day off in a sweet and nourishing way. it’s a quick and easy no fuss meal that, when eaten on an empty stomach, will digest easily and almost immediately. i use frozen bananas as the base and the fruits of your choice will make a perfect topping. in the picture i’ve used fresh kiwi, mango, black and... Read More

strawberry coconut green smoothie

strawberry coconut green smoothie is a quickie like most smoothies are. that’s the bonus of the smoothie right? this one can be tweaked to the sweetness of your liking. if you are newer to the revolution add more strawberries and pineapple as a sweetener. you could also add a couple dates, honey or a few drops of stevia. on the other hand, if you have been doing the green smoothie thing for quite some time, challenge yourself to go heavy with... Read More

ice cold cucumber limeade

here it is, a new groove to break the summertime monotony. ice cold cucumber limeade is a soft, subtle mix and just a little something to help you sit back to unwind. much like ice cold cucumber lemonade, the limeade is a refreshing burst of hydration full of cooling properties. total perfection for the triple digit temperatures that burn heavy during the pitta months. ice cold cucumber limeade 2 cups water 1 1/2 cups frozen cucumber, peeled and chopped 1/2... Read More