Thursday, June 19, 2008

Green Smoothies - Power , Fuel and Fun to Drink

I have been making and drinking Green Smoothies for the last few months. I read Victoria Boutenko's book, Greens for Life and was interested in the information she had there and I looked some up (did a little research) and am amazed at the nutritional value in greens, veggies and fruits that we miss by chewing as humans and not chewing the cud as cows do.

I experimented with some blends and have enjoyed them all but haven't fully incorporated it into my life yet. I plan to get a better blender ( BlendTec or Vitamix) soon but have to wear out the Oster I have now. Might jump sooner to get a better tool.
I have seen a change in my body and digestion when I drink smoothies for several days. If I stay disciplined and eat properly the rest of the day I really see the benefits.

Anyone else drink smoothies or smoothies and juice?

Thursday, June 5, 2008

Vegan Runner- Enough Fuel? Where?

As a vegetarian I look forward to the first weekend of April every year and the opening of The City Market- which is our farmers market in Charlottesville.
I usually get as much as i can carry for the next week and have fun as the season progresses and changes. Last year I learned of CSA Shares ( Community Supported Agriculture) and getting a weekly box of goodies. I signed up with Roundabout Farm (www.roundaboutfarm.net) and get our first box tonight.
I am like a kid on Christmas morning wondering what will be in the box tonight. Then, since this is the first time wonder what i will do with a box of goodies for the next week and what I will need to get Saturday or at the store to compliment/complete the meals.