Trying to wean yourself and your family members away from sugary colas and other calorie-laden and carbonated beverages? You’ll be inspired to get your blender and juicer out of the kitchen closet after reading Wai Lana’s Favorite Juices, the recently released juice and smoothie recipe book created by PBS syndicated TV host and yoga teacher Wai […]
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If you’re not eating the recommended five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables daily (and the majority of Americans are not), pull out the blender and whip up some cool, irresistible smoothies or other delicious juice drinks in a jiffy. You’ll find plenty of refreshing, indulgent flavor combinations and creations including Silken Strawberry Whip,
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This is a beautiful book with bright, colorful, full-page photographs of every single fruit juice, vegetable juice, and smoothie recipe that is presented. The type is large and easy to read, and each open page offers both photograph and recipe so that it’s easy to see exactly what you are making. In fact, the photos
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The health benefits of natural antioxidants like vitamins A and C are still being discovered. Whilesupplements can be useful, the most complete source of vitamins and minerals is fresh food, especially fruits and vegetables. One of the most interesting and delicious ways to enjoy the benefits of fresh produce is juicing. Wai Lana, a well-known yoga
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One of the foremost personalities in the world of yoga is now making the road to health easy, fun, and delicious with her new juice book. She has a TV series on PBS nationwide. —New Times Naturally! Magazine, March/April 2004
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If you and your family have a sweet tooth, this decadent blend will satisfy it. Tasting as good as it looks, this recipe is also an excellent tonic for cleansing, detoxification, and cancer prevention. Yield: 1 Smoothie Cooking Time: 5 Minutes Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ingredients: Juice of 3 apples 1/3 cup raspberries 1 frozen banana 1/3 cup
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Rich in calcium, magnesium, and protein, almonds help strengthen and renew bone and tissues while alkalizing the body and supporting the lungs. Add a cup of calcium-rich tofu and this recipe is even more beneficial to your bones—as well as a complete meal. Plan ahead: Soak the almonds in 3 cups of water for 8 to
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My daughter bought a hibiscus cooler from a coffee shop a few summers back and after sneaking a sip I was hooked! I knew I could make this refreshing brew at home, so the next time I was at the store I picked up a box of hibiscus tea and the rest is history. Now
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By introducing our children to juicing, we’re leading them onto a path of lifelong health. Getting them started couldn’t be easier than with this dessert-like recipe. Yield: 1 Juice Cooking Time: 5 Minutes Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ingredients: 1½ cups red or purple grapes 3 red plums 4 dates, soaked and pitted Instructions: Blend ingredients. Boost: For extra fiber,
I always make this sweet, aromatic juice for my family during flu season. Packed with vitamin C and bioflavonoids, this recipe helps protect us from colds and viruses. Yield: 1 Juice Cooking Time: 5 Minutes Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ingredients: ½ red bell pepper 3 tomatoes ½ cup cauliflower ½ beet 3-4 sprigs fresh cilantro Instructions: Juice ingredients
