Fruit Drinks vs. Soda: Is There a Difference?
Posted by admin admin onMost of us perceive juice as being healthier than soda. However, both beverages contain about the same amount of calories. An 8-ounce serving of juice or soda typically contains about 120 to 150 calories, primarily...
Eggplant Chips & Cucumber Dip
Posted by admin admin onEggplant Chips 2 eggplants, peeled and sliced thin 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon agave nectar 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon chipotle Mix olive oil, water, agave nectar, smoked paprika, and...
Raw Food FAQ's
Posted by admin admin on1. What is a raw food? Raw foods are foods that have never been heated above 118 F (42 C). This means that they are likely in their freshest possible form. Raw foods are unprocessed,...
Caffeine Free Energy
Posted by admin admin onAlthough there are health benefits in drinking coffee, there are more health conscious ways to get a quick boost of energy. Most of us grab a cup of coffee to start our days but by...
What is the Pleasure Trap?
Posted by admin admin onA term coined by Dr. Alan Golhamer and Dr. Douglas J. Lisle, the pleasure trap undermines health and happiness. When we engage in pleasurable activities such as eating and sexual engagement we secrete a chemical...
Orange Ginger Smoothie
Posted by admin admin onImmune boosting smoothie, quick and easy with basic ingredients you probably already have in your house. It only takes minutes and cleanup is a quick rinse. Ingredients: 2 peeled oranges 2 medium carrots 2 lemons...
Pineapple Kale Coconut Smoothie
Posted by admin admin onGreen Smoothie with a Pina Colada Twist! Refreshing for the summer. Ingredients: 2 Cups Fresh Pineapple 2 Frozen Ripe Bananas 1 Cup Coconut Milk (you can adjust this depending on the consistency you prefer) 2...
Healthy Tips for Cab Drivers and Truckers.
Posted by admin admin onNuSpecies has served a lot of truck drivers and cab drivers. We understand the struggle of eating healthy on the road and the temptation to grab fast food so we wanted to provide some tips...
Why Bowel Health is More Important Than You Think
Posted by admin admin on1. Unhealthy bowels can reduce levels of good bacteria and increase levels of bad/harmful bacteria causing: Gas Bloating Infection 2. The toxins that are carried to the liver from the colon can overload the liver...