Perhaps it’s nostalgia for my childhood and my Mom’s delicious pumpkin bread that makes me crave a moist, spicy, morsel this time of year. Truly, I look forward to it as soon as the leaves start turning. It is definitely one of my favorite treats and if you can find some mini loaf pans, it makes a great gift!

Unfortunately, my Mom’s recipe calls for 1 ½ cups of sugar, which is just way too much for me, so I have modified the old favorite so that I can enjoy every bite and feel good about it. Not only did I cut down on the amount of sweetener, but I opt for honey instead of sugar and I’ve also replaced the flour with blanched almond meal, which will make anyone on a gluten-free diet jump for joy. I make substitutions for grains that contain gluten whenever possible ...read more

Anthony Anderson is a green lifestyle coach and male model based out of NYC.While trying to get the edge in his modeling career, he discovered healthy eating and green living and has been hooked ever since. He designs and plants food forests around the country and gives lectures on green living and organic gardening. He enjoys beekeeping, foraging for wild food, and writing.

When I walk through the farmer’s market at Union Square and see pumpkins everywhere, what really catches my eye are the small ones used for culinary explorations, not their massive brethren used for carving. Sugar pumpkins are truly a fall superfood and I feel that its truly the time to take advantage of this wonderful seasonal treat.

I will cut the pumpkin in half, and take out the seeds. Keep the seeds if you wish to grow your own next year. Dry them and place them in the fridge until ...read more

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This recipe is designed with specific ingredients your body will benefit from during the winter months. You can find ripe bananas year round due to the fact that they are one of the few fruits that can fully ripen off the tree. In addition to that the banana’s potassium acts as an electrolyte, which will contribute to the smoothies immune boosting qualities .

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INGREDIENTS

1 cup Coconut Water 1 teaspoon Bee Pollen 1 teaspoon maca powder 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder nibs  or powder 1 Banana 1-2 teaspoons raw Honey ( depends on your sweet tooth ) 10 drops liquid Echinacea 10 drops liquid Asragalus

Add all ingredients to blender and mix until smooth. Can’t get easier than that!

Superfoods have become a common ingredient in smoothies and for good reasons – each superfood will provide the body with a complex supply of quality nutrients, antioxidants and minerals. When these superfoods are combined with the herbs and raw honey in this smoothie, ...read more

Survival from Stress in New York City

By Snow

Who doesn’t have any stress in New York City? The answer is nobody. Stress is bad for us physically and emotionally, causing all kinds of sicknesses. In a sense, stress can kill us. This is simply not good. We need to do something about it.

Moving out of the city may be one way to reduce the stress we absorb by being in the city. We can simply stay away from the source of such stress. That makes perfect sense. Except, wait a second, I don’t want to give up all the goodness of New York City. In the city, I’m surrounded by unlimited opportunities. I can encounter so many interesting people, and can learn from the foremost experts in any imaginable area. The energy in the city is explosively high and inspiring. The level of creativity is beyond my imagination. I love ...read more

Stay true to your health this summer! It’s easy to get caught up in the sweet indulgences of traditional summer fun like barbecues and pool parties. Here are some easy tips to make sure you stay healthy and happy all season long.

1. Remember to wear sunscreen! The Mayo Clinic suggests that soaking up those rays for 15-30 minutes per day grants you all the vitamin d you need, but if you’re going to be out having fun in the sun, it’s crucial to use a good sunscreen. Make sure to choose one with both UVA and UVB protection in order to protect your skin from the cancerous rays as well as the rays that make your skin burn. Apply a good half hour before going out, and most importantly, reapply, reapply, reapply!

2. Summer rooftop barbecues are a fantastic part of living in NYC, but keep in mind that late night ...read more

Sometimes calling things superfoods is more of a hype term than a truth, but in my opinion super-seeds are for real….and super awesome.

A fine example is the chia seed, a member of the mint family which grows abundantly in southern Mexico.  Chia seed is a good source of fiber, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, molybdenum, niacin, and zinc.  In other words, it aids in digestion, it’s energizing, and it helps ease joint and muscle pain.  Also, it stores really well and has a tapioca-like texture if soaked, so it can replace unhealthy cream-like fillings.  WIN!

Another one of my favorites currently is hempseed.  Containing all 10 essential amino acids renders this seed a complete protein.  As a vegetarian, honing in on the perfectly complete proteins in the food world is vital.  If you’re a vegan or a raw foodist, this aspect is even more important for your health and wellbeing.

As with ...read more

A few days ago I spoke with a friend on the subject of local foods, you know, the kinds of things grown in your neighbors backyard or the veggies and milk and meats brought in form the farms in and around metropolitan cities; things that happen to come from a place you can name and from a hand you can trust. We happened to be speaking about this because both him and I operate a natural food store in Canada, on our farm, and growing our products by hand and selling them is a big part of what we take pride in. Letting people know that their food has been grown right around the corner brings great vibes, success and excitement to the community.

Eating and buying locally means different things to different people. A couple notable rules in the ‘eating local’ realm are: knowing what your eating, tasting the difference ...read more

Let’s face it, eating right in New York City is not always an easy task. We are a time-impoverished, option-overloaded and digestively-distressed society and our health suffers for it.  If you find yourself living on what you’ve foraged for at your local bodega, here are some simple guidelines to help you move towards more healthful eating in the city.

Listen to Your Body. 
Your body has an innate wisdom that can help you make the right choices about food.  Pay attention to the feedback you get from what you put in.  If a certain food or drink gives you gas, makes you feel dehydrated or causes pimples, your body is telling you point blank that it isn’t right for you.  There are countless foods that bring untold pleasure as you eat them, but pay attention to how your body feels afterwards.  Choose foods that make you feel energized, nourished and satisfied.

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