Top 5 Myths About Doing a Detox
You know it’s time for a new you, same but better! Perhaps you haven’t been eating healthy but you are ready to make a positive change.
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Chef V’s 5 Easy Healthy Gut Makeover Tips
Have you ever heard the saying, “a healthy mind lives in a healthy body?” The way Chef V founder Veronica “V” Kress sees it, a healthy mind exists because of a healthy gut. But it’s not just mental health that’s linked to gut health. The immune system, cardiovascular health, skin appearance, and, of course, how you look in a swimsuit is all controlled by the health of your gut. So V is here to offer 5 easy tips to boost gut health.
How To Read The Nutrition Facts Label & Why It Matters For Your Health
if you want to eat as clean as possible so that you can be as healthy as possible, learning how to read the nutrition facts label is critical. Thankfully, we have “V’ here to guide us on how to do it super fast and easy.
Chef V’s Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Thanks @msjulesfit for making us this recipe one night. It’s now on our monthly rotation because it’s so easy, tasty and healthy! Lots of healthy fats and flavor. We have it with salad, rice, or sweet potatoes and veggies. It’s so versatile and makes great leftovers.
Sweet Potato Bunnies
Check out my cute little sweet potato bunnies! They are so cute and can be seasoned sweet or savory! Recipe from Chef V for Easter celebration
Safe & Healthy Easter Eggs
Happy Easter! What’s more traditional than decorating Easter Eggs? But what is in all of those nasty dyes that we’ve been using on our food all of these years? Healthy Easter egg dye is easy to make. You can save money buying artificial dyes and get creative this year with household items you already have.
What do I Eat Today? Welcome Summer!
In celebration of the coming of summer my “What Do I Eat Today” menu featured recipes for outdoor dining.
We start the day with lemon water to detox the liver, then later, Green Drink to cleanse the colon and boost your metabolism and alkaline the body. Breakfast is my Peaches and Cream Smoothie.
For lunch there’s a Garden Salad with lean chicken or kidney beans and my Yummy Vinaigrette Dressing. Dinner is my new Pulled Jackfruit BBQ Sandwich served with creamy healthy Raw Coleslaw. Dessert is 1-2 squares of organic dark chocolate.
Enjoy!
What’s The Best Plant-Based Burger? A Comparison Of The Most Popular Brands
Plant-based burgers are having a moment. It seems that every time I hit the supermarket, there’s a new veggie burger brand. But is this a good thing? Before I answer that question, I reviewed the ingredients list in 7 of the most popular brands of plant-based burgers. Here’s what I found:
Cleansing With Food Chef V Interview
Our bodies do naturally cleanse; however, in today’s world, like you’re saying, we are loaded with toxins. All the preservatives in the food, all the additives, the colors, the dyes. In beauty products alone, there’s 2,000 chemicals that some companies are banning, and they’re not regulated here in the United States. Air pollution has lots of toxins. While our bodies they do naturally detoxify, there’s a lot of things out there that our body – it’s bombarded. It’s too much. So we really do need to give it a break.
We’ve Got The Beet! Why Beets Are Having Their Moment
Chef V is seeing red for valentine’s day, in a good way with beets. If you’re not on the beet bandwagon then hop on board. Never tried beets? With Chef V’s beet recipes, you’ll eventually fall in love with them and you’ll be healthier for it…
How to Beat the Bloat : Chef V Clinical Research
Chef V’s recent clinical research study showed a 42% reduction in bloating in test subjects. What is bloating, how can increasing green veggies in diet reduce or eliminate bloating, and what foods and life choices will help heal a bloated gut.
Not Ready To Go Gluten-Free? Eat These 5 Healthy Grains You’ve Never Heard Of…
Today’s gluten protein molecules in packaged foods are larger than the 5 healthy grains below. And that means your body might not recognize the modern wheat protein like it does ancient wheat. As a result, your body could start attacking the genetically-engineered wheat proteins.
Chef V’s ‘Chipotle’ Burrito Bowl
Here’s my Mango Avocado Burrito Bowl, a spin on Chipotle Mexican Grill’s awesome burrito bowls. Use my recipe as a starting point and add any of your favorite ingredients like grilled chicken or fish to make your own. You can also turn this into an easy wrap with gluten-free tortillas.
Why I’m High on Weed – Seaweed that is!
Seaweed will ensure that you’re getting more minerals in your diet. Seaweed salad, dried seaweed “chips” and spirolina in smoothies are ways to get seaweed in your diet.
Kale Nutrition: This Superfood Ain’t Going Out Of Style Anytime Soon
I’m not bragging, but I jumped on to the kale bandwagon long before the wagon rolled out of hipster neighborhoods and restaurants, serving kale chips and kale smoothies along the way. I may have jumped off other superfood bandwagons–mangosteen: that was fun while it lasted in the early 2000’s but açai berries won over my heart and tummy–but I plan on never abandoning you, kale, even if you do eventually lose hipster cred status.
Easter Bunny Juice from Chef V
Check out this yummy Easter Bunny Juice from Chef V! It’s so easy and the health benefits are amazing! It is blended not juiced to retain all of the beneficial fibers that boost your energy, speed up your metabolism, improve your skin and hair, and even our teeth.
Benefits of Wild Salmon (and The Best Recipes)
Many people nowadays know that wild salmon has omega-3s. But what exactly does that mean? What’s the big deal about it … are the benefits of wild salmon legit? Chef V explains….
Raw Veggies Vs. Cooked: Does It Matter For Gut Health?
We know that eating more veggies can boost the number of friendly bacteria in your gut. But what’s a mystery to most people is if how we prepare our veggies affects gut health in any way. “V” reveals if there’s a winner between raw veggies or cooked plant-based foods.
Chef V’s Spin On Energy Drinks and Protein Bars
Another afternoon workday, another energy crash. It’s 3 PM and you finished lunch a couple hours ago but you’re hungry and tired and there’s a ton of work to finish before you call it a day. If you don’t want to rely on coffee for an energy boost, should you reach for a bar or energy drink? Here’s Chef V’s take…
Intermittent Fasting + Green Drink
Intermittent fasting restricts when you eat, not what you eat. There are a few different ways to do intermittent fasting (I.F.). Brandon prefers the 16/8 method. That’s when you eat only during an eight-hour window and fast for the other 16 hours.
Chef V’s Everyday Ways to Be More Sustainable
Are you looking to adopt some simple, everyday ways to be more sustainable? This blog covers how you can achieve the same with some basic changes in your lifestyle and food habits.
Organic Pumpkin Purée
Making your own pumpkin purée means you get a fresher, more flavorful product, and you know where the pumpkin came from – and that it was grown organically.
Making the Most of Juice Detox Diet Leftovers — Fun Pulp Recipes
Here’s how juice detox diet leftovers can be reused in fun pulp recipes.
Green Drink and Other Beverages to Beat Cold Season
The blog will cover green drinks, detox soups, and other beverages (hot and cold) that’ll stimulate the immune system and help you fight colds and flus in winter.
Vegan Soup Recipes for Winter
Get ready for the upcoming winter season with these uncomplicated, healthy, and highly nutritious vegan soup recipes by Chef V.
Pickleball: V’s Newest Obsession
It’s never too late in life to get a new hobby. For “V” (Veronica, the “V” in Chef V), her new hobby is more like an obsession. And she’s not the only one who is mad about pickleball, the fastest growing sport in America.
Chef V’s Vegan Thanksgiving Plan
The blog covers some great vegan Thanksgiving recipes to enjoy with your green drinks and juice detox this holiday season.
Green Drink and Other Post-Workout Options for Vegan Athletes
Are you looking for vegan post-workout snack ideas? We’ll walk you through green drink and other options that can be your go-to sources of energy.
What Do I Eat Today – Pumpkin!
This month’s menu will convince you that pumpkins can be refreshing and delicious anytime. Pumpkin recipes aren’t just for cold weather! And they are a super food, with “substantial medicinal properties” says the NIH.
Consumer Reports on Green Juice: Chef V Excels
What’s the healthiest green drink? According to an article on Consumer Reports, some of the most popular brands fail to meet their strict criteria for what constitutes a healthy green juice. And according to what Consumer Reports says, my recipe has all the features they regard as healthy, and none of the unhealthy. My Green Drink passes with flying (green) colors!
Beyond Green Drink Delivery — The Benefits of Eating Locally
Getting green drink delivery in your area is great, but there are tons of benefits to eating locally in general.
Chef V Q & A – She Answers your Questions About Cleansing – Headaches, Hunger, Exercise
“V” answers your questions about how to maximize your CLEANSE success and why it’s so important to do a brief pre-cleanse. if you want the greatest chance of feeling awesome the whole time during the cleanse, make sure to check out my responses to some customer comments below…
Fight Bloating with Detox Soups
Often complaining about stomach bloating? Here’s how Chef V detox soup can help you fight it. Read below to learn more.
Saying Goodbye to Junk Food With a 21 Day Cleanse
Say hello to a healthy lifestyle by getting rid of harmful junk food. Learn how Chef V 21 day cleanse can help you do that.
Why Chef V Finds Fruit Fantastic
Wondering How to Manage Migraines? Detox juice cleanses are the way to go.
Celery Juice Part 1 – Miracle, Hype, or Both?
In this article, I’ll tell you how the seemingly bland celery plant, has transformed from an underdog ants-on-a-log snack (celery, peanut butter and raisins) and soup and salad garnish, into one of the biggest health trends, praised by several celebrities.
Weight-Loss Basics for Newbies
Planning to go on a juice detox diet but don’t know how to get started? Hers are some tips and benefits of a juice cleanse for weight loss.
Delicious Vegan Picnic Ideas
Summer is the time for picnics. However, many picnic staples aren’t vegan fare. This blog offers great vegan picnic ideas for your summer.
What Do I Eat Today – A Fresh Vegan Menu
What do I eat today – when I want something light? Here’s a menu plan especially for the months of summer. So this “What do I Eat Today” menu is focused on cooling, fresh, seasonal foods. And the entire menu is vegan.
Why Eating Seasonally Is Important For Our Health (And the Earth’s)
You’re starting to watch what you eat. You’ve reduced added sugars, alcohol and gluten. Now it’s time to step your healthy eating up a notch by eating seasonally. Here’s why it matters and why you—and planet Earth—will benefit.
What Do I Eat Today – A Chef V Retreat Menu
My retreats are well known for their delicious food. Here is a menu plan from one of my retreats. My retreats are three day wellness experiences in gorgeous locations with lots of activities and of course, great food.
Eat This, Not That … In The Summer
Are you stoked to finally be able to gather with friends and family this summer? You should be. After the summer of 2020 deprived many of us of pool parties, backyard barbecues and trips to the ice cream store, we should have a newfound appreciation for these favorite summer pastimes.
What to Eat After a Juice Cleanse
A juice cleanse will leave you feeling great, but maybe with an adjusted appetite. To not ruin the effects of the cleanse, here are some tips for food.
Valerie’s 3 Day Cleanse Success
I feel AMAZING. My cellulite is basically gone. My bloat is much improved (wish I could have done longer!). My skin feels luscious and soft. And I am a whole new weight… from precleanse (first picture) to 2 days postcleanse (2nd picture) I am now down to 149. I lost almost 10lbs! This not only made me feel physically amazing but lots of mental clarity as well. Really can’t wait for my next cleanse!
Avoiding Added Sugars: What to eat
Added Sugars: What You Should Not Be Eating – added sugars in nutrition facts on food labels. Mazimum amount, percentage, dangers, diabetes daily intake
Romantic Vegan Snacks for Valentines
Here, Chef V explains what exactly it means to be organic. This blog also touches on how Chef V goes the extra mile for maximum freshness with our green drink.
Our Top 10 Underrated Vegetarian Dishes From Around the World
In this article, Chef V explains the optimal shelf life of juices made from dark, leafy greens—and the most nutritious method to make green drinks. Think your store-bought juice is healthy? You may be in for a surprise!
How Long Does (And Should) Organic Green Drink Last?
In this article, Chef V explains the optimal shelf life of juices made from dark, leafy greens—and the most nutritious method to make green drinks. Think your store-bought juice is healthy? You may be in for a surprise!
Cleansing In A Winter Wonderland
It’s easy to do a cleanse in August, or RAWGUST, as Chef V calls it. When it’s warm, eating lots of light, raw foods like salad seems so satisfying and appropriate for the season. But in mid-winter, what are you supposed to do if you’re looking to give your digestive system and liver a fresh start? Chef V dishes out the tips for winter cleansing…
Why Raw Veggies Matters
A juice cleanse is a challenge, but one with amazing health benefits and payoff. However, like any detox diet, they may not be appropriate for every person, at any time.