Whole Foods

Whole foods are not processed in any way. They are consumed in their natural state. Examples are fresh fruit, vegetables, raw nuts, grains, seeds etc. Preserving food introduces harmful chemicals to the food and depletes it's nutritional value. Whole foods are naturally low glycemic, high in fiber, and low calorie. They also contain large amounts of vitamins, minerals and micro-nutrients vital to your health.

  • Learn more about the importance of High Fiber Foods.

  • What is the Glycemic Index?

    A whole food diet is the best way to lose weight , increase energy, and decrease the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and auto-immune diseases. Unfortunately the majority of Americans consume very little natural foods which leads to an epidemic of chronic degenerative diseases. It's easier to make wise food choices when you have healthy food available that taste great.

    Healthy Shopping

    We would all love to shop exclusively at the whole food grocery store (if there is one) in our area, but it's too expensive right? Wrong: Some fruits and vegetables are not worth buying organic. The EWG (Environmental Working Group) advises people to know what produce is higher in pesticides and other poisons. They call this list the Dirty Dozen.

  • Find out What Foods To Buy Organic.

    One thing you have to keep in mind is that the reason food is so cheap now is due to the processing. Raw, organic unprocessed food is harder to deliver fresh and carries with it a price. But with the surge of people buying organic food, the price is falling to a reasonable level. For example, you can get raw organic herbal teas and healthy chocolate from merchants all around the world at comparable costs. You can also buy natural foods online that are dried or naturally preserved.

    Whole Foods Online

    The fruit at your grocery store is healthy and should be your front line smoothie ingredients. But if you want to experience the flavors of whole foods from around the world you can order just about everything from reputable companies online. I have searched the web and found some products that will turn your next Healthy Smoothie into an international delight.

    Sambazon

    Sambazon is the industry leader of Acai Berry Products. They are located in Brazil where they produce and package various kinds of juices, powders, and concentrates. To see the benefits of this potent superfood, see my Acai Berry page. Their products are ideal in fruit smoothies. They also have many recipes on their website.

  • click on the banner to visit their home page.

    Navitas Naturals

    Navitas Naturals offers whole foods from around the globe. They offer goji berry, maca, cacao, flax, pomegranate, camu, and many more. They have whole berries or powder form for healthy smoothies. If you're interested in making your own smoothies, I highly recommend their raw products. After you visit their home page and view their selection of superfoods, see their "recipe" section for ideas.

  • Click on the picture to visit their home page.

    Nutiva

    If you want a healthy smoothie without having to blend it yourself, then Nutiva is the shake for you. Nutiva's Hemp Shakes offer organic ingredients that contain nourishing superfoods, such as hemp, blueberries, pomegranates, açai and goji berries, maca root, and ramon nuts, that are rich not only in protein but in minerals, antioxidants, and healthful fatty acids. You have to read the facts about hemp to fully appreciate it.

    Whereas most shakes are low in fiber and high in sugar, Nutiva's drink mixes contain two kinds of fiber for good digestion and, in the Amazon Açai flavor, only three grams of sugar. Hemp is gaining popularity for it's ideal contents.

  • Click on the "Hemp Shakes" to visit the Nutiva website.

    Whole Food Farmacy

    Whole Food Farmacy offers many different organic/raw nuts, berries, seeds, and trail mixes. They are ideal for snacks on the go. They are all natural and certified organic. Eating healthy does not have to be an inconvenience. Quick healthy snacks are a great way to initiatie healthy eating habits. And you'll be amazed at how good a healthy snack can taste.

  • Click on the picture to see the Whole Food Farmacy.



    You can spend as little as cents a day on whole food supplements or you can spare no expense and purchase the majority of your food from around the world with the convenience of online shopping.

    Either way, natural is better and the world is catching on.

    Additional Resources

    Up Detox/RawFood - A Raw food diet is one of the lightest detox methods you can have to remove toxins from your body.

    Nutrition Builds Wellness - Natural and synthetic foods examined. A good optimal nutritional program addresses all of the different areas essential to a healthy lifestyle. Your body's health is directly related to what you put into it.

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