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How to Break a @Vitamix

melissa danielle — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 22:16:59 +0000

Just as I was gearing up to try some recipes from the new book Green Smoothie Bible, I went and broke my Vitamix. A year out of warranty. Fun times! I was planning to make a spiced nectarine sorbet and I … Continue reading →

Quick & Easy Carrot Soup

melissa danielle — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:47:32 +0000

One of things I love about the Vitamix is that it doesn’t take much to make something easy and delicious. I’ve been working on some carrot juice and “milk” ideas, and decided what I really needed was something warm. I … Continue reading →

Late Night Apple Ginger Cocktail

melissa danielle — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:08:48 +0000

I’ve been working through the night on several writing projects (got into a groove and just decided to keep going – today is going to be rough. Sigh.) and around 1am I got hit with a big sugar craving. I … Continue reading →

Sweet Potato Smoothie

melissa danielle — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 18:14:35 +0000

In season and just in time to get you thinking about signing up for my Green Smoothie Challenge, this green smoothie from The Food Relationship Coach is like a farmacy in a glass! The sweet potato, a root vegetable often … Continue reading →

You need fiber, eat fruits and vegetables. Wait, don’t eat too much fiber, it interferes with absorption. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Hunh?

melissa danielle — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 22:57:21 +0000

I’ve been reading and rereading several books on Candida and cleansing lately, mostly because the weather is getting warmer and all people seem to want to do is detox and cleanse (there’s a difference) like it’s a cure-all for poor … Continue reading →

Almond Milk Experiments

melissa danielle — Mon, 02 May 2011 21:30:42 +0000

These past couple of weeks I’ve been experimenting with almond milk – making it myself. I make it in 64oz batches and pour it Mason jars of that size. I find that it’s just the right amount for 3-4 days … Continue reading →

Green Juice #2

melissa danielle — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 03:30:04 +0000

Now that I’m back in the swing of making green juices (instead of green smoothies), I’m noticing a few things: I’m getting better at making EXACTLY 32 ounces, green juice taste sooo much better cold, and I’m peeing like mad. … Continue reading →

Green Juice #1

melissa danielle — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:10:05 +0000

The other day I went to check out this new Papaya spot in my neighborhood on a tip from a friend. I ordered their “All Green Juice” and it was ALL bad. I will be the first person to admit … Continue reading →

Goddess Cocktail

melissa danielle — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 19:38:40 +0000

I’m going through my juice recipe books now in preparation for a Juice Feast (more on that later) and came across a recipe called PMS Cocktail. Really? You couldn’t think of a better name for it? Fine then, I will. … Continue reading →

Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Apple & Tarragon

melissa danielle — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:31:29 +0000

I’m planning out my meals for the week and came across this very simple recipe from Vegetarian Times. Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Apple & Tarragon It looks good and shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes prepare. What are you eating … Continue reading →