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Smart Plants: The Groundbreaking New Diet Book That Can Actually Improve The Way You Think

Sep 19, 2019

Smart Plants: The Groundbreaking New Diet Book That Can Actually Improve The Way You Think

Imagine the possibilities in life if you had clearer thought flow while writing or creating … could remember and recall information more easily… enjoyed better verbal fluency in conversation … mastered new skills more easily … or simply didn’t have the dread of anxiety or the darkness of depression weighing you down and getting in your way. Imagine your potential with a better functioning brain. Is it really possible to build a better brain? If you had asked me ten years ago

Luminberry Loves | 09-04-19

Sep 4, 2019

Luminberry Loves | 09-04-19

This week’s round-up has an eco-minded theme: Plant-based eating, environmentally-friendly companies, and inspiration to do/be better. We’re constantly on the lookout for ways to improve our personal/professional methods and serve a healthy world, and are invigorated by these proactive finds. One step at a time, right? – Julie & Oliver 1. Cookbook we’re loving: Whole Food Cooking Every Day This cookbook by James Beard award winner Amy Chaplin may be brand new, but it is an

Make This Easy Salad Your Toast To Summer

Aug 21, 2019

Make This Easy Salad Your Toast To Summer

Summer may be starting to wane, but what goes on your plate doesn’t have to get any less exciting. Make the most of the seasonal fruits with a less-is-more approach to cooking … or non-cooking, really, in the case of this refreshing salad! We tend to think of the main salad ingredients themselves – the vegetables and fruits – as being the key healthy elements of a salad. But salad dressings can potentially offer plentiful benefits as well: Most dressings are a perfect opportu

Luminberry Loves | 08-16-19

Aug 15, 2019

Luminberry Loves | 08-16-19

We’re so excited to introduce our brand new Luminberry Loves feature! Here, we’ll be regularly posting an inside look at our current wellness finds, sources of healthy inspiration, market treasures and more. Whether you’re looking for fresh books to read, amazing products to try, new kitchen tool recommendations, or an in-the-know healthy hotspot to visit, you’ll find them all in this diverse roundup of personal favorites curated by Luminberry founders (and real-life couple)

How to Make a Great Protein Smoothie

Jul 21, 2019

How to Make a Great Protein Smoothie

Though there are a litany of ways to incorporate additional protein into meals and snacks, adding protein to smoothies is particularly smart: first, it’s a refreshingly sweet avenue to enjoy a nutrient that’s more often reserved for savory occasions; and second, smoothies allow us to easily enjoy protein in some of its healthiest superfood forms (hemp seeds, we’re looking at you!). Here are some of the great ways to make a protein-infused smoothie: • Elevated energy

Yes, You Can Make Kabobs Using Superfoods (And They’re So Good)

Why Energy Bars Have Become The Wellness Snack Tool Of Choice

Jun 27, 2019

Why Energy Bars Have Become The Wellness Snack Tool Of Choice

Health experts near and far have touted the benefits of healthy snacking. Snacks consisting of nutrient-dense whole foods such as nuts, fruits, vegetables, and superfoods assist in keeping your body’s energy levels steady with their quality fuel, and simultaneously help you avoid the nagging hunger pangs that can notoriously lead to unhealthy food choices. Even so, there’s many things that often get in the way of our good snacking intentions. Can you relate to any of these si

How to Take Your Fresh Corn Recipes From Good to Great

Jun 17, 2019

How to Take Your Fresh Corn Recipes From Good to Great

Few things are more synonymous with summertime than sinking your teeth into a fragrant, steaming corn on the cob, fresh off the grill. And while some purists claim corn needs absolutely no additions, I beg to differ. Subtle enhancements can take a good corn on the cob and turn it into a treat you can't bear to put down. Here's everything you need to know on how make this seasonal staple better than ever. Method Matters: Before we dive into the accoutrements, let's take a quic

This Anti-Aging Trick Will Change The Way You Make Sushi Forever

May 23, 2019

This Anti-Aging Trick Will Change The Way You Make Sushi Forever

In many people’s eyes, sushi already has superpowers, with its seemingly endless bite-size choices of fresh, savory, delicious ingredients. And these bites are nutritionally powerful, too! The seaweed that often wraps sushi is one of nature’s most nutrient-dense edible forms of minerals. The filling, while traditionally made from fish, can also be made from delectable plant-based options, like protein-rich tofu, vitamin powerhouses like greens or sprouts, and creamy avocado w

Many Greens Soup (Because Really, Can You Ever Have Too Many?)

Apr 24, 2019

Many Greens Soup (Because Really, Can You Ever Have Too Many?)

In case there was any doubt, writing a cookbook is an abundant time in the kitchen. There’s ideas to be explored, recipes to created, foods to shoot photos of, and retests to make for Guinea pigs (aka friends and family, of course!). My experience with my last cookbook, Superfood Soups, was certainly no different: we were certainly very grateful to enjoy such an edible plethora for the year during its creation. But over time, it’s always interesting which recipes from such an

When The Little Things Add Up: The Power of Building Micro-Habits

Apr 18, 2019

When The Little Things Add Up: The Power of Building Micro-Habits

Habits are powerful. Habits can be positive, like meditating, or habits can be negative, like smoking. Habits may consist of large or small activities, ranging from hopping on a long bike route every morning before work, to brushing your teeth each night before going to bed. But what all habits have in common is frequency. And it’s this repetition in which they are practiced that shapes our lifestyle … and, inevitably, the outcomes of our lifestyle, too. So what makes habits

Meet the Simple Dietary Hacks to Combat Brain Fog

Apr 2, 2019

Meet the Simple Dietary Hacks to Combat Brain Fog

Likely, you've experienced it: You're sitting down to write a simple email when suddenly the words screech to a halt, as you struggle to grasp your own thoughts. Or perhaps you've had the irritation of just “drawing a blank” in conversation, like trying to name something obvious, such as the store you frequently shop at. Or maybe you've even walked into another room, only to forget why you went in there in the first place. Known as “brain fog,” this kind of temporary cognitiv

You’re Basically Like 30 Minutes Away From Enjoying This Epic Stir-Fry

Mar 22, 2019

You’re Basically Like 30 Minutes Away From Enjoying This Epic Stir-Fry

“I hate making stir-fries” said no one ever. A stir-fry is ideal for a simple and healthy meal, as in addition to cooking exceptionally quickly, you can really pile in the beneficial vegetables and balanced nutrition. But as stir-fry aficionados know, the difference between a good stir-fry and a great stir-fry is all in the seasoning. Here, we use coconut oil as a complimentary base for the exciting spices of green curry, lime juice, and fresh cilantro, which combine to make

The “Where Have You Been All My Life?” Coconut-Chia Pudding

Feb 22, 2019

The “Where Have You Been All My Life?” Coconut-Chia Pudding

Chia – it’s weird stuff. As seriously one of the best superfoods on the planet, you just wouldn’t expect it to look so small and innocuous. But not only are its benefits far greater than what your first impressions may suggest (Omega 3’s! Calcium! Fiber! Iron! Protein!), but its culinary function is equally as useful as it is diverse. To me, chia is a gateway superfood – its lack of flavor and teeny size make it so easy to put onto literally anything at all. What’s your favor

Meet The Ultimate Warm Breakfasts That Are Actually Good For You

Feb 14, 2019

Meet The Ultimate Warm Breakfasts That Are Actually Good For You

When it comes to making an easy, super-clean, healthy breakfast, warm weather arguably has the upper hand. Smoothies, yogurt bowls, or even just a whole grain cereal with a splash of almond milk are all no-brainer ideas for a cooling start to a warm day. But when the temperature drops, “healthy” can seem like a bit of a harder ask, especially in the wee hours of those chilly days. As your body yearns for denser, cozier foods, good breakfast options may become less apparent, o

A Delicious Cookie Idea That Proves Healthy Is Sweet

Feb 8, 2019

A Delicious Cookie Idea That Proves Healthy Is Sweet

The colder months of the year can be rough on your body. Somewhere, underneath all the layers and layers of clothing, your skin is likely dry, your immune system is overworked, and if you have any kind of old joint injury, it’s likely reminding you with a not-so-friendly flare-up. Why Valentine’s Day would be scheduled for such a glum time of the year, we’ll never know! But for all these reasons (and so many more), now’s an ideal time to incorporate more circulation-promoting

Sorry, No Smoothies Here: How Superfoods Were Originally Used

Jan 30, 2019

Sorry, No Smoothies Here: How Superfoods Were Originally Used

Between the exquisitely crafted breakfast bowls, glowing hyper-color lattes, and glamorous multi-tiered cakes adorned with fresh flowers, these days it's hard to separate superfoods from their growing role in cutting-edge cuisine. Yet, surprisingly, each of these superfood ingredients has been used by cultures all around the world for thousands of years. So what did past civilizations do with these valuable ingredients? Here's a hint: it definitely didn't involve a Vitamix. F

What’s the Weather? There’s a Bowl for That

Jan 24, 2019

What’s the Weather? There’s a Bowl for That

Whether you’re scraping snow off the sidewalk or sliding into some sandals, “bowls” (as they’re simply albeit rather nebulously called) are an ideal mealtime solution. As the modern day reference for what is essentially just “delicious hodgepodge,” bowls usually contain a balance of ingredients that cover all your macronutrient needs, while working in some feel-good veggies too, and likely unified with a flavorfully-motivating dressing. They’re as flexible as a recipe gets: w

The Key to Your Big-Picture Wellness: Cleanse With Food

Jan 18, 2019

The Key to Your Big-Picture Wellness: Cleanse With Food

Taking control of your wellness path doesn't have to be overwhelming. In fact, simply asking yourself a few core questions can help guide you in the right direction of exactly where to begin. With any cleanse or “new beginning,” I like to first start with an intention: what is my purpose for following this new plan? (The more specific the intention the more apt you are to succeed. Examples include reducing inflammation to play a better tennis game; gaining more natural energy

Cheers In The New Year With A Detox Smoothie

Jan 3, 2019

Cheers In The New Year With A Detox Smoothie

It almost seems as if new year's resolutions belong in the category of many bona fide rules with their notorious undercurrent theme: they're meant to be broken. As such, while diets rank as one of the most common methods many of us resolve to change our ways come January – and all diets work (technically, that is) – we often find ourselves failing while trying to follow them. If we're honest, this usually is due to our goals being overly-ambitious, unsustainably militant, or

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