
Lemon Drop Energy Balls
For those of you who missed my Healthy & Delicious snacks class, I thought I'd post the class's favorite recipe- Lemon Drop Energy Balls! Rich in good fats and protein, this snack will keep you energized and satisfied with just 1 or 2 bites! It's also slightly tart and tangy, which reminds some people of lemon squares or desserts with lemon curd. I like adding maca root powder to my energy balls because it's great for regulating hormones (for men and women) and has been found

Raw Chocolate Fudge
Caution: This recipe is deliciously addictive! I made this last night when I had a chocolate craving, and it was the best idea ever! So easy

Cucumber Mint Juice
Mint grows so quickly and easily throughout the summer in the East Coast and a lot of gardeners actually try to get rid of their mint to plant other crops because it grows so fast and can sometimes be invasive. I've "helped out" other gardeners by harvesting a bunch of their mint! You can easily grow it in a pot in your windowsill and continuously harvest it throughout the season. There are tons of great things you can make with mint- add it to salads, breakfast bowls, chia

Papaya Thai Basil Smoothie
I had so much extra purple Thai basil from our harvest at the kid's garden in Harlem, that I decided to do something different- make a smoothie with it! I had a big juicy papaya, some coconut milk and some delicious black mission figs... all the best ingredients for a creamy, mouthwatering morning smoothie! Beyond tasting amazing, the ingredients in this recipe are great for skin, hair and nails! The papaya contains a digestive enzyme, papain and fiber which facilitate smooth

Reaching your Goals
It’s almost officially summer, and you may be wondering how you are going to look good in a bikini or manage eating well with so many temptations! It’s easy to say “I want to go to the gym more” or “I want to lose some weight,” but to make lasting change it’s important to set one or two SMART Goals (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time bound). To help you succeed, here's a list of a few things to consider: What do you truly want? It's essential to understand w

Chia Pudding
Chia is an ancient Pre-Colombian seed that served as an essential source of energy in both Aztec and Mayan diets. Aztecs also used the seed medicinally for joint pain and skin health. Chia is now considered a superfood and is found in almost all grocery stores and natural food markets. It's high in Omega-3s - the "good" fats that promote brain health and help regulate metabolism. Chia seeds are also high in plant protein, antioxidants, magnesium, potassium and fiber. Chia pu