Sunwarrior Stands Out

Vegetarians and vegans are constantly asked, “Do you get enough protein?” Some of us are not concerned, as we eat plenty of beans, nuts, quinoa and other sources of protein regularly. This helpful article looks at the protein issue in depth. If you want to supplement your diet, there are many protein powders vying for [...]

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Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

Camu: Another Rainforest Miracle

What is yet another amazing food coming from the Amazon rainforest which contains about 60 times more vitamin C than an orange? Camu (or camu camu), a berry dubbed the ‘Queen of Vitamin C’ by Navitas Naturals, is a nutritious rainforest fruit that has only recently become known to people in North America. The Navitas [...]

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Tuesday, December 27th, 2011

Sunfood’s Green Superfood Powder Impresses

Some people like to avoid the predictable winter colds and flus by taking something extra to boost immunity and well-being. For this purpose, along with general health, I recently reintroduced spirulina into my diet, but was not loving the taste or globs left in the blender when mixing it into a daily smoothie. It was [...]

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Saturday, November 26th, 2011

Feel-Good Snacks Made of Superfoods

Navitas Naturals has launched “Power Snacks” that combine superfoods and organic seeds, fruits and nuts.  Cacao Goji and Citrus Chia are flavorful grab-and-go foods with certified organic and raw ingredients filled with nutrients.  A certified chocoholic, I prefer the taste of the cacao one. Blueberry Hemp will appear later this year. The Power Snacks contain [...]

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Sunday, August 28th, 2011

Magic Maqui Berries

Having ventured through a South American rainforest years ago, I loved knowing the organic freeze-dried purple maqui berries from Navitas Naturals are hand-picked by native farmers of the Chilean rainforest. Maqui is the latest powerhouse that has a unique, slightly tart taste having hints of blackberry, blueberry, watermelon and acai.  The powder is ideal for [...]

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Tuesday, June 7th, 2011

Hemp Seeds Boost Vegan Nutrition

Navitas Naturals, the company I raved about earlier when they sent samples of cacao and other fine natural products, has added organic hemp seed to their line of superfoods. Hemp is one of the earliest known plants cultivated internationally and one of the world’s most nutritious ingredients which can be added to a wide variety [...]

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Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

Navitas Naturals Impresses with Organic Vegan Products

It was an exciting day when the box from Navitas Naturals arrived. I had no idea how much I would like the certified organic and Kosher vegan products popular among raw foodists. The package contained a multicultural array of superfoods no worldly woman could resist. First came the goji berries, the Himalayan superfruit known to [...]

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Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

Jason and Pia: Role Models for Raw Foods Diet

It’s motivational to meet a couple with shared life passions who bring positive change to the community.  Jason Rotman and Pia Kanekoa are a lovely engaged San Diego pair who hope to empower and enlighten people on the path of spiritual discovery, optimal nutrition and happy living. With a healthy and grounded glow about them, [...]

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Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Chocolate – a Surprisingly Healthy Treat

When chowing down on chocolate – whether on its own or mixed with things like peanut butter or coconut (or both in one type of the amazing Coconut Bliss ice cream) – people act as if they are committing a sin.  Indulge in your chocolate flavored with everything from mint to cayenne, because health experts [...]

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Saturday, October 10th, 2009