Summer is not complete without, you guessed it, water. When the sun is blazing, you have to hydrate at all times. Before you even think, “I’m thirsty, so I should really drink some water,” you need to hydrate. We get it, though, drinking water all day long can bore your taste buds. Rather than reaching for a sugary beverage, caffeinated beverage, or soda, opt for something that can further enhance your hydration efforts. This homemade ginger limeade is that drink!

The great thing about this recipe is that, besides it being perfectly balanced by the raw agave nectar, it is impressively refreshing. Your taste buds won’t know what hit them! The ginger adds a hint of spice, but just enough to prevent you from downing an entire pitcher of this stuff. If you have a sore throat or digestive problems, the ginger will benefit you. Studies confirm that ginger exhibits antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe a sore throat and relieve digestive discomfort.

For the lime juice, you need to freshly squeeze the limes if you want it to be cleanse-approved. Fresh lime juice offers a better flavor than a bottle of lime juice concentrate. Just make sure to use a citrus squeezer because it is farm more effective than using your hand to squeeze the limes. If you do not have a citrus squeezer, you can stick a fork into the lime and twist while you squeeze with the other hand. That will help you get as much juice out as possible. Finally, make sure that you peel and then grate the ginger. Use a zester so that you don’t have large bits of ginger root in the limeade. Cheers to your health!

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Please allow us to introduce you to one of our newest additions to the salad dressing section: our refreshing mango lime salad dressing. This vibrant blend of fresh ingredients not only tantalizes your taste buds, but also supports your health goals. This zesty dressing brings together the tropical sweetness of ripe mango with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice. that creates a harmonious marriage of flavor that can elevate nearly any salad. Let’s take a look at a few of this dressing’s health benefits.

1. Rich in vitamins: Mangos are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, both of which are necessary for optimal immune function, skin health, and vision. Lime juice gives you an added boost of vitamin C, which enhances antioxidant protection and encourages collagen synthesis.
2. Hydration booster: The high water content of mangos and limes helps support optimal hydration, making this dressing a perfect accompaniment for summer salads.
3. Anti-inflammatory properties: Both mangos and limes contain phytonutrients that exhibit anti-inflammatory activity. That may aid with the reduction of chronic inflammation and supporting overall wellness.
4. Low in calories: With a light, airy texture and zero added sugars, this mango lime dressing is a guilt-free choice for you to drizzle over your salads. In fact, you can actually enjoy all the flavors without worrying about all the extra calories that all-too-common with store bought dressings.

Whether you drizzle this dressing over a medley of mixed greens, a bowl of quinoa, or use it as a condiment for a black bean burger, our mango lime dressing adds a delightful tropical flair to your dishes while delivering a multitude of health benefits. Perfect for those looking to brighten their meals and nourish their bodies!

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Shots, shots, shots, shots, shots, shots….of green juice. These green juice shots are essentially concentrated shots of nutritious leafy greens, vegetables, and fruits. Despite what you may think, they do not taste like your lawn. Yes, they contain kale, spinach, and celery, but the apples, ginger, and limes impart a zesty flavor with notes of spice and sweetness. Think of these shots as miniature elixirs that help boost energy and immune function! Allow us to highlight some of the benefits of drinking green juice shots below:

• Supports immune function: the high levels of vitamins C & E, in addition to antioxidants and minerals, work to enhance immune function. Both the spinach and kale contain high levels of vitamins C & K, folate, and beta-carotene, all of which help the body fight infections.
• Promotes healthy skin and hair: The abundance of antioxidant compounds in the green juice shots may help nourish and protect skin and hair. This works to enhance appearance and vitality.
• May reduce inflammation: The anti-inflammatory compounds present in kale, ginger, limes, and spinach may aid inflammation reduction. By reducing inflammatory markers in the body, you can help reduce the risk of developing arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease.
• Supports digestive health: Containing prebiotic fibers, these green juice shots help feed the beneficial probiotic fibers in the gut. By enhancing the amount of healthy bacteria, you can improve gut microbiome and improve digestive health.

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A lime vinaigrette goes great on a lot of Mexican-themed salads or bowls. Whether the base of your entree is a bed of leafy greens or quinoa and black beans, this dressing will wake up the ingredients. By that, we mean that the acidity of the lime juice and pungent nuttiness of the cumin make your bowl or salad come alive. Plus, you can easily whip up a batch of this dressing in a pinch; you just need the ingredients and a jar.

Unfortunately, you cannot rely on your blender to do the majority of the work for you when making this dressing. Well, you can if you want, but the dressing will turn a vibrant green. We prefer the different textures that this lime vinaigrette has, especially when you get some finely diced jalapeño and chopped cilantro in your salad bite. Don’t worry, though, this vinaigrette is far from the spiciest thing you’ll eat. Although there is some spice, the lime juice and maple syrup do a great job to cut the heat. After all, this dressing calls for the juice of three to four limes, so the flavor is quite zesty.

Once you prepare all of the ingredients, add all of them to a jar, seal the lid, and shake well to combine. Make sure to refrigerate for about 15 minutes before using for optimum flavor. Allowing the jalapeño and garlic to sit in the lime concoction helps to cut the spice of the jalapeño and the allium flavor of raw garlic. Just make sure to give the dressing a good shake before you dress your salads or bowls.

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If you are new to jicama, this recipe is the perfect way to enjoy this root vegetable, which is commonly treated like a fruit. Peel and cut the jicama into sticks and drizzle the sweet and spicy concoction over them. Allow the sticks to marinate for 10 minutes before serving. This recipe will surely become a family favorite, especially if you are looking to enjoy healthier snacks. No preservatives, no dyes, no artificial sweeteners, and no refined grains, just sweet and spicy deliciousness.

The jicama is a root vegetable that has thick, brown skin and crispy white flesh. It has a similar texture to an Asian pear or apple, but the flavor is quite mild. That’s why a lot of people jazz it up with with a sweet and spicy sauce known as Chamoy. You’ll commonly see this vibrantly red sauce at fruit carts, but it is very unhealthy for you, exhibiting nearly 850 milligrams of sodium per serving. Not to mention, seasoning the jicama with tajin only adds to the sodium content.

Fortunately for you, these jicama sticks are not coated in sodium-rich, nearly-fluorescent ingredients. Whisk together some raw agave nectar, freshly squeezed lime juice, chili powder, and sea salt before drizzling the mixture over the jicama. This recipe lasts for about three days, provided you store the jicama in an airtight container in the fridge. If you want to prep it for an entire week, keep the dressing and jicama sticks separate, only tossing the sticks in sauce when you want to enjoy them.

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This is an easy dressing that you’ll want to put on every salad. Although it has a spicy kick, this vinaigrette bursts with herbaceous, zesty flavors. And if there is one thing we know…it’s flavor. This vinaigrette is an unusual departure from the traditional dressings you know and love, but that is why we love it. We are of the mind that you need to experiment with as many flavors and foods as possible. So if you bought a jalapeño and can’t figure out how to use it, try this recipe. Plus, it works great as a dipping sauce or marinade!

When it comes to dressings, it is essential to know the foundation of what makes a great vinaigrette. Whether you make a classically simple variation or an exciting one like this, you will usually find similar ingredients in all recipes, most of which include:

• Olive oil: Any vinaigrette worth its salt will have a great oil that binds the ingredients together. You can use avocado oil or grapeseed oil, but olive oil is an excellent choice.
• Acid: Acid usually comes in the form of vinegar or citrus. Sometimes, you use a little of both, as is the case in this recipe.
• Salt and pepper: A must-have duo for dressings, plain and simple.
• Herbs: Fresh cilantro in a dressing is a game changer, but you usually see chives, parsley, basil, or oregano as common vinaigrette ingredients.
• Garlic or onions: Because raw garlic and onion have a strong flavor, use a light hand with these ingredients, so you don’t overwhelm the dressing. You can always use garlic powder or onion powder for a more mild flavor.

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Do you have lemons and hate chemicals and artificial fragrances? If that describes you then it’s time to start making your own non-toxic household cleaning spray. The beauty of the cleaning spray recipe in this article is that it only contains two ingredients: lemons and distilled white vinegar. If you don’t have lemons but have an abundance of limes or oranges, feel free to use them instead. Any citrus fruit will do!

Citrus season runs from late fall to late winter, so you may have a lot of oranges, lemons, tangerines, limes, or grapefruits on hand. This is especially true if you have citrus trees in your yard or neighborhood. Do you have friendly neighbors who leave boxes of wonderful citrus fruits outside their house for the neighborhood to take? Those are the best people! The point we are trying to make is that you will most likely have a lot of citrus scraps if you have a lot of citrus. Instead of throwing them in the trash or compost (more ideal than the trash), save them and make your own cleaning spray. 

Vinegar For Cleaning

It is important to note that vinegar is not a powerful disinfectant. It has some disinfectant properties, but it is nowhere near as effective as bleach or other commercial disinfectant products. This is why it is important to decide if you want to clean or disinfect. If you want to disinfect surfaces (kill most bacteria), you may want to use a classic disinfectant spray or cleanser that specifically kills germs. 

Distilled white vinegar can be an effective household cleaner on certain surfaces. It is an inexpensive, easy-to-obtain product that is about 5% acetic acid, which works to break down the structure of certain stains, oils, films, or bacteria. That same acidic quality can harm certain surfaces, such as hard wood floors, aluminum, cast iron, waxed wood, or natural stone. Vinegar can be a highly effective cleaner for glass, refrigerator shelves/drawers, or removing water stains from showers. Just make sure to do the research on whether the surface you want to clean will or won’t be harmed by vinegar. 

Gather Your Lemon Rinds

In order to make the cleaning spray in this article, you have to gather lemon rinds (or other citrus rinds) in a large glass container. Ideally, you should use a half-gallon mason jar, but a small pitcher or a few smaller jars will also work. A great time to make this cleaning spray is after you make freshly-squeezed lemonade, pesto, or similar recipe involving lots of citrus. If it is going to take you more than a week to collect all your rinds, add a little white vinegar to the jar by day six or seven. Pour enough to submerge the citrus rinds in order to prevent molding. 

Once you have a good amount of citrus rinds in the jar (doesn’t have to be completely full), pour the white vinegar into the container to submerge the rinds completely. You can add some fresh herbs for increased aromatherapy, if you so desire. Let the rinds soak for at least one week, and up to three weeks. You can let the container sit out at room temperature, but make sure to give it a shake every few days to mix things up. 

Lemon Vinegar Cleaning Spray

Equipment:

• Large glass jar (or other container for steeping)
• Spray bottle
• Fine mesh strainer/cheesecloth

Ingredients:

• Lemon rinds or citrus rinds (enough to fill the jar)
• Distilled white vinegar 
• Optional: fresh aromatic herbs (such as lavender, rosemary, or thyme)

Instructions:

• Collect your lemon or citrus rinds and stow them inside a large glass container. If you cannot collect all the rinds at one time, store the jar in the fridge as you continue to collect them. Should you need longer than a week, freeze the jar. 
• Once your jar is nearly full of citrus rinds, pour distilled white vinegar into the jar to completely submerge the rinds. Feel free to add a handful of fresh herbs at this time before you screw on the lid. 
• Allow the citrus rinds to soak in the jar of vinegar at room temperature for at least one week, and up to three weeks. Give the jar a shake every few days.
• Strain the citrus rinds after the soaking period, removing as many rind chunks as possible to avoid clogging the spray bottle. 
• Pour the strained liquid into a spray bottle and use when ready. It’s great for laminate kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances, showers, sinks, inside the fridge, or other durable surfaces.

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Sometimes, you just have to let the ingredients speak for themselves. That’s exactly what this recipe does! Completely raw vegan, these key lime coconut bars have a zesty flair, nutty crust, and great textures. No, the key lime layer does not resemble some nuclear green that looks incredibly unhealthy for you. This filling is closer to beige or off white with small speckles of green from the lime zest.

On the topic of limes, the recipe does call for freshly squeezed key lime juice. Now, if you cannot get your hands on key limes, you can use regular limes as a replacement. The same thing applies for the zest, as you will just use zest from whichever limes you can get your hands on. Limes offer a wide variety of nutrients, with one lime providing 32% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C. Both lime juice and lime zest contain nutrients that may support heart health and improve the appearance of skin. Before you zest the limes, make sure to give them a good rinse and then pat them dry.

Although this recipe is made with raw vegan, all-natural ingredients, it does contain a hefty amount of calories. Coconut oil, raw walnuts, and raw cashews are calorically dense, so make sure you don’t eat all of these bars at once. One square will not only satiate you, but it will also satisfy your sweet tooth. The healthy fats are beneficial for the brain, heart, and your appetite. Plus, the fiber in the cashews and walnuts will keep you from eating 10 squares at time. Happy desserting!

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Why do children love juice more than water? For starters, water is flavorless, so it is boring to a child’s palate. Juice contains sugar, and once a child gets a taste of the good stuff, they don’t want to go back to plain old water. As you get older, you understand how important water is for your survival. Not only does water help flush waste from the body, but it also helps you avoid dehydration, which can have adverse health effects.

There is nothing wrong with juice, as long as you make it yourself, purchase it from a juicery, or buy unsweetened varieties. Even bottled, unsweetened juices can have “natural flavors,” which may or may not include artificial sweeteners, but that depends on the manufacturer. Making your own juice is great because you only consume the fruits/vegetables that you juice. Homemade juices don’t require sweeteners because they contain natural sugars from fruit. However, a green goddess juice may need a little agave or maple syrup, so it doesn’t taste like grass.

Drinking this watermelon, cucumber, mint & lime juice can help enhance your hydration efforts. Both watermelon and cucumber have over 90% water and provide electrolytes, which you lose via sweat. On a hot summer day, it is very important to replenish the electrolytes you lose. You need more than water to hydrate the body! In addition to the electrolytes in these ingredients, you’ll receive a healthy dose of vitamins, phytonutrients, and antioxidant compounds. Not only do you get to enjoy the sweet, refreshing flavor of this juice, but you get to feel good about drinking it too!

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If you want to properly hydrate your body, you need more than high quality H20. Electrolytes are essential for hydration because they help cells maintain fluid balance. They direct water and soluble fiber to areas of the body that need them. During exercise or in hot weather, you sweat and lose electrolytes, and it is your job to replenish those charged particles to keep a healthy balance within your body.

A lot of people think that sports drinks are the only way to intake electrolytes. Most of these bottled beverages contain added sugars, artificial dyes, and preservatives. And drinking those beverages while sedentary doesn’t do anything for your body. One of the easiest ways to consume electrolytes is by eating watermelon, or drinking freshly made watermelon juice. This is because watermelons contain magnesium, calcium, potassium, and phosphorus, in addition to L-citrulline, an amino acid that may enhance athletic performance.

The lime and ginger help to give this juice a refreshing taste. Plus, ginger exhibits anti-nausea properties, which can help during the recovery period post exercise. This is especially helpful after extreme activities, where a queasy stomach is common after working out. Fruit juice alone is low in salt, which is surprisingly a crucial component for optimal hydration. For this reason, we added a pinch of Himalayan salt to the juice. Just don’t add too much salt, or this juice may taste off-putting and it may send you straight to the restroom.

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