Ever wonder why we recommend smoothies as part of a juice cleansing detox program? Let’s think of detoxifying as a whole body process. Every ingredient you consume as part of cleanse expels toxins from a certain organ or body system. Many of us experience a flatter tummy within a day or two of the juice cleanse – but let’s go …
Don’t Forget the Prebiotics, too.
We’ve heard that probiotics are amazing for the gut. These live bacteria can work wonders on the digestive system, and they have been proven to contribute to a healthy immune system and a lower risk of urinary infections. But like all living things, probiotics need food! Which is why if you haven’t heard of prebiotics yet, it’s about time you …
The Only Strawberry Lemonade You Need in Your Life
Summer calls for strawberries. Most strawberry smoothies out there are loaded with milks, sugars and unnecessary stuff. We like to keep things pure and simple, and organic. With long summer nights and busy days, we all need an immunity boost this time of year. This is the perfect vitamin C rich recipe loaded with citrus and antioxidants. The secret …
The Anti – Pollution Diet.
Any city dweller will know that pollution can have some nasty effects, even in the short run. Breakouts, coughs, thyroid issues… and it’s even more damaging in the long run. There are a lot of nasty things in our air that can cause cellular damage in our bodies by forming free radicals. Pollutants and radiation destroy the essential nutrients, making …
5 Milk-Free Ways to Get Your Calcium
We all grew up hearing that milk would give us strong bones. Milk has been the staple calcium food internationally, but it’s about time we grew out of our childhood beliefs – you do not need to consume dairy to get your calcium! Relief to all the vegans out there, no need to give up this important mineral and start …
3 Surprising and Simple Health Foods
Nutrition is a wonderful science, but also a diverse one with many different sources of contradicting research. Because of the way the society functions in relation to media and health noise, sometimes we find ourselves eating things that are healthy on paper but don’t make us feel that great. On the other hand, we may find ourselves shunning certain foods …
Are you conventional? Why your juice needs to be unconventional too.
We get it – juice can be expensive, and many people down a whole bottle in less than a minute. So why pay so much for a drink that you think is barely going to fill you? May as well just get it not organic if it’s cheaper, right? We believe if you are going to juice, do it right. You …
Step Aside Kombucha?
If you live in a major city or have been anywhere near a yoga studio, you’ll know what Kombucha is: that Japanese, fizzy, fermented, probiotic drink that doesn’t always taste as delicious as we hope, is often packed with more sugar than we need… It’s benefits are numerous however which may explain why we see people chugging down bottles all the time. …
The Rose Remedy + A Sweet Summer Lime-ade Recipe
Summer heat makes us feel a little fiery. On a physical level we can get dehydrated, sweaty and a little cranky from all those late nights. Because our physical bodies are so inextricably connected to our minds and emotions, we tend to get heated on the inside too; we can easily get irritable, angry, resistant, aggressive and polemic. That’s OK. …
Peas: The Perfect Protein
Want to know the secret to a high energy, super-powered body this summer? It’s nothing fancy. And you’ll now find it in all Love Grace smoothies. Pea Protein. It’s one of those rare ingredients that is perfect for all of us, whether you’re about that vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free lifestyle or you just love trying new, healthy protein alternatives. …
Berries, Berries, Berries… And The Perfect Berry Bowl!
April is here and it’s all about BERRIES. Ripeness. Juiciness. Fertility. Colors. Sweetness. Creation. So here’s a recipe that involves all of the above – a superfood berry, nutrient-packed and love-filled acai bowl that’s a perfect start to your day alongside your green juice. Feel your body wake UP to spring! This time of year we start to wake up …
Travel Nutrition: 5 Necessities for Health On-The-Go!
Summer is approaching, and travel plans are now in action… It’s not always that easy to stay healthy and nourished as you travel, partly because airport security doesn’t allow you to take your Love Grace juice bottles on the plane, and partly because not every travel destination has as many health food stores and organic restaurants as New York City… So …
Ultimate Alkalizing (and delicious!) Green Smoothie Recipe
Spring is in the air! We have the most delicious, nourishing green smoothie recipe to give you that fresh start to your day! Packed with nutrients and goodness like alkalizing greens, detoxifying aloe vera, anti-inflammatory + metabolism-boosting ginger, nutrient dense + high fiber chia seeds, this smoothie will have you feeling vibrant, radiant and revitalized – literally sunlight in a bottle! Recipe: …
Got Juice? How To Choose The Right Recipes For You
Although we’d like to believe all of our fellow juicers are as obsessed as we are with green drinks like Purify and Green sunshine, the reality is everyone has different taste buds as well as specific needs for their body. Some people may benefit from more restorative recipes, while other, more lethargic, individuals find relief with metabolism-boosting ingredients like the …
6 Essential Juice Ingredients for Glowing Skin
Are you constantly looking for ways to achieve a healthy, glowing complexion? Let’s be honest, who isn’t? Love Grace believes getting that gorg glow is less about your skincare product routine and more of a result from your diet — the antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in fresh produce can help illuminate the skin from within. These 6 essential juice ingredients …