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NEW easy eats- on the road -or grab and go...portable options that are tasty, ...helps to dissuade reaching for those sugar loaded/artery clogging options. via GIPHY Organic IMAGINE broths are familiar occupiers of our kitchen cebinet-but the new creamy smooth soups-Super Reds + Super Greens-make those blender whirling creations we attempt to make, irrelevant. Nutritious ingredients abound (carrots, onions, beets, potatoes, celery, red lentils, red bell peppers sweet potatoes, cranberries-Red...broccoli, potatoes, onions, peas, celery, spinach, carrots-Green)...and just the right amount of spices... both healthy options will hit the spot (we 'nuke to heat) -especially for those picky eaters who 'snack' vs sit-down meals. The texture is creamy -pourable, not super thick. The Super Reds-is warmly fragrant with hints of garlic/ginger---and the Super Greens-spiced up-touch of cumin (we think), garlic and ginger -with a tad of sea salt. USDA Organic/Vegan/Non-GMO/Dair...

Less sugar-more protein=feeling fuller without the crash burn. Healthier snacks are trend to stay. Coming to the grab and go fast eatery...near you...in portion CONTROL !!!! Sometimes it's the packaging-6 savory varieties of fresh fruit, nuts+cubes of cheese in portable container by NATURIPE  Snacks

Gut enhancing fluids, nutrient blessed dairy alternatives  - tempting consumers-delivering life's winning edge...hydration-wise. Lifeway Elixir, Makomas Baobob, STEAZ Energy, GURU Organic Energy, Brooklyn Organics via GIPHY Lifeway's tangy tart USDA Organic Kefir-naturally loaded with active probiotics-supportive of natural GI functions (plus immunity, weight-and theoretically a whole lot of other human health issues)- are a daily habit.A latest fav flavor-=Organic Ceremonial Matcha Green Tea kefir-makes us feel like Superman-Wonder Woman after one tasty sip. New to the product line-up- LIFEWAY ELIXIR - slightly fizzy effervescent beverages in four on trend flavors -spicy ginger, fruity tangerine, floral hibiscus (reportedly an aphrodisiac), and elderberry-fyi-all make excellent cocktail mixers. Naturally low in sugar (45 calories/bottle)-and easy on the taste bids-straight up (imo)-these sips are -organic, gluten+caffeine free, kosher, vegan-a good post workout thir...

Fancy Foods Show 2017 Trends Javits Center, NYC Akin to real world click-bate....bold graphics on gourmet staples- beckoned for bites (sips) at the most recent Specialty Fancy Food Show. Top Visual Picks: Or TEA? Premium Selection of teas-including organic selections--- Oui oui- Le Chocolat Des Français ... USA collection. Like Lady Liberty-from France to us... Le Chocolat Des Français -USA collection.  Vanuato Ka Kaw  Chocolates -designs reflect Mexican origins -'The Chocolate of the Gods'-w/ indigenous patterns/prints-and Monarch butterflies. Chocolate hipster alert-from Austria- Zotter Chocolates

ACTIVE EATS with SINGLE SIZE CONVENIENCE... Back in the day-sitdown meals ruled-but since middle school days-it seems real deal snacks,  on the go...are  waaay better suited to lifestyles now. NOTE: AND it's not just cereal anymore, our former,  easy to pour dinner entree--- via GIPHY BIG DEAL:  NYC Public Schools get points for dumping sugar loaded Kellogs' offerings- giving the over quarter of million breakfast eating-kids our fav USDA Organic-and traceable Back To the Roots ready to eat cereals instead -(pursuant to a student taste test TOO-yay). PART ONE: New eats-for food grab and goers...not just for kids... quick make P+Bs (or any f the new nut butters)...slather on Rudy's organic breads -in child friendly flavors...squishy in a good way -Soft White and Soft Wheat have textures like the 'other' brands without the junk AND with 24g of whole grains/serving, vegan+dairy free $4.29.

Fancy Food Show Convenience Drinks-Water Enhanced, Functional Beverages Earth's more precious resource, no filter needed-fresh drinking water -is becoming so rare that entire industries have sprung up to cure our thirst...bottled waters=sparkling/flat, water enhancers and functional quencher substitutes. via GIPHY source crosstalk.ninja.com There are plenty of water drops and powders for sale- SweetLeaf Water Drops sweeten their refreshing+authentic flavors with stevia-zero calories or carbs-and no artificial ingredients! FYI-add these flavor enhancers to recipes for cooling pops, iced teas, etc. BPA free packaging-squeezable bottles. Sweet Drops - SweetLeaf 's portable liquid option sweetened with zero calorie plant derived stevia so no glycemic response, zero carbs, no artificial sweeteners...and enhanced with natural flavors for GREAT TASTE. We consumed our coconut flavor sample--adding about 4 drops to 8oz for a delicious take on coconut water without t...

Editor Showcase Part One Part Two You are what you eat...and the planet ends up what it is-  after  what you eat too. The negative effects of eating healthy -well that certainly happens when it comes to over fishing...with a taste for certain species resulting in disastrous, unsustainable ways of fulfilling those consumer tastes (think Bluefin Tuna or the ubiquitous ingredient*--- palm oil and palm kernel oil-the demand for which is causing massive deforestation in the tropics.). Monterey Bay Aquarium's influential Seafood Watch List  include downloadable guides by state and sushi app for tasty+sustainable eating. Australis Barramundi is recommended as healthy+sustainably sourced. WIN WIN  Bonus points to all the foodies and influential celebrity chefs that are onboard with eating well and eating well for the planet...including new to our tastebuds Australis Barramundi -a mild flavored,  buttery moist, meaty texture fish ("think snapper crossed with...

 ALTRA, HOKA ONE ONE, TOPO ATHLETIC, 361º, VIBRAM, LIFEWAY Protein Kefir, ACUMOBILITY Much is made about getting in shape-but most of our pals- are athletic already-and want to keep the old self-rather just as is-makes sense, fitness wise- once hit mid 30s on up, depending on the activity. SNEAKERS, Trail Running and Fitness shoes come in all shapes and sizes for different activities, foot anatomies, and level of efforts...short bursts vs long endurance endeavors. Some highlights from cult brands: Long distance fav- ALTRA  adds to its no drop ZERO DROP™platform with new beefier shock absorbing A-Bound™ maximum cushioning models-for neutral or stability needs-aimed at trail runners and roadsters- Pictured: women's specific OLYMPUS 2.0 9oz trail runner  characteristic of ALTRA-FOOTSHAPE™ toe box- allowing the toes to spread naturally... unless trained as a ballet dancer en pointe shoes . ..Olympus 2.0 revamped Vibram trail sticky rubber outsole for maximum cus...

NYC Turning the clocks ahead an hour means one hour closer to Spring ( YAY ) where longer days inspire sporty types to spend more time outdoors… working off the winter weight gain that most off-season endurance athletes "earn." The freezing cold weather experienced by many- has those extra pounds sticking around longer---and so a recent Editor's showcase gathering of health+nutrition companies peaked our interest…curious to see what's new for consumers looking to stay/get healthy…and shed a bit of body fat. HIGHLIGHTS: First off…one of our fav foods on Planet Earth was there…we practically cried tears of joy---Wonderful® PISTACHIO NUTS -from Paramount Farms---perfect snack -great taste, nutritious, and paced eating (those shells help). A healthy indulgence. Get Crackin ' indeed...Pistachio nuts have it all-YUMMY satisfying salty ranch taste-nutritious with plenty of Vitamin Bs, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, dietary fiber a...