Glyphosate: Should You Panic If It’s Not Organic?
In pursuit of eradicating weeds from the Earth, are we unwillingly poisoning ourselves? Glyphosate is the main active ingredient in the world’s most popular herbicide: Roundup Weed Killer.
Can Canola Contribute To Health Or Is It A Poison?
Rapeseed oil, popularly known as Canola Oil, which along with soybean, is the most commonly used cooking oil in restaurants, I think is bad for your health.
Hard Alcohol Kombucha: Is Boozy Booch Better Than Beer And Wine?
Consider this the sequel to my rant about kombucha (“booch” if you’re a hipster). This time, I wanted to focus on drinking high alcohol kombucha, which I briefly wrote about in part 1.
Chef V with CITI Taste of Tennis – What’s for Breakfast
Veronica Wheat, Chef V, shows you how to make a Banana Blue Smoothie. She shares tips for starting the day in the most healthy way, using fresh organic green drink and more.
Why I’m Paying Extra Attention To My Blood Sugar Levels At The End of Summer
We’re still a few weeks away from stashing the beach and patio umbrellas back in the storage shed. But while the weather is still sizzling, there’s something potentially dangerous we all should be thinking about right now….
Summer Mocktails
Looking to enjoy refreshing summertime drinks but hate the added alcohol calories? Take a break from the added sugar and try one of these refreshing mocktail recipes.
Cooking At Home Makes You Healthier
Cooking More At Home These Days Because of Corona? Here’s How To Make Meals Healthy Because of stay-at-home orders during the early stages of the pandemic, the continued closure of many restaurants nearly half a year later, combined with the apprehension of going out in public, more people are cooking at home these days. That’s both a good thing and a bad thing. I’ll explain the paradox and also provide some tips on quick, healthy meal creation.
Go With Your Gut: 3 Ways to keep your microbiome healthy
Scientists say that the state of our gut is vital to good health. Each of us have a "microbiome" in our belly - our own set of bacteria. Staying mindful of the impact of what we eat on our gut and following a healthy diet has a huge impact on how we feel.
Benefits of Wild Salmon (and The Best Recipe)
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....
How To Make The Most Of A Virtual Back To School Season
The 2020 back to school season is going to be an unprecedented, stressful one. Whether your kid is elementary-school age or high-school, keeping your kids stoked to learn all day via Zoom will be challenging.
Why Eating “Clean Foods” Has Never Been More Important
Stressing about coronavirus, the upcoming election, and everyday concerns? The news isn’t all bad. There’s a clean food and drink movement brewing.
Conquering The Quarantine 15
I have an easy three-step solution for conquering the Quarantine 15... if like so many of us you have been baking bread and indulging in comfort food, while the gym is closed.
It’s RAWGUST! Summer is the Best Time to go Raw
In the sizzlin’ summer, it’s tempting to eat foods that can sabotage your health. Think: ice cream, barbecues, cocktails, and late-night dinners out. Here are my tips for doing a summer detox while still living it up….
Chef V: Cleansing from the Expert, Veronica Wheat
Doing a cleanse should be fun, not torture. Doing a Chef V cleanse is different. You'll feel great during it and even better after/
5 Ways To Get Ready For A Summer Slimdown (Without Having To Do Hardcore Exercise)
Here are my 5 top tips for improving digestion and getting lean for summer.
Chef V sponsors North Essex Virtual Event
Chef V sponsors North Essex virtual Comedy Night - time for a ew laughs and a good time! Join the Chamber and friends for a special evening of comedy to benefit the American Cancer Society.
Chef V’s Yoga for Stress Relief in Tough Times
Tough times now. More than ever I depend on my yoga practice to settle my mind, re-energize, and reduce unhealthy stress. When it all gets to be just too much, I use these two poses to find a calm, relaxed center - and I try to carry that feeling through the entire day.
Chef V Interview “Mind your Business”
Veronica Wheat and Brandon Kress, founders of Chef V, did exactly that, shifting from an unscalable cooking business to becoming the creators and suppliers of a nutrient-filled green drink. By adapting their passion and making that leap, not only did they expand their business exponentially, but they changed lives. This is Chef V’s Story of Transformation.
Let’s get Outdoors!
Stress. It impacts everything we do these days. And it has never been more important to de-stress, to find ways to relax and enjoy the good things in life. How do I keep my cool during these times? I treat myself – and you should treat yourself too. And the treat that makes me happiest this time of year is to get outdoors.
Montclair Times: Chef V Review
Chef V’s Organic Green Drink, which I’ve come to believe is keeping me strong and healthy. It’s the first thing I try (to remember) to drink upon waking up and ok, so maybe it hasn’t kept me safe from illness... it sure as heck increased the amount of living greens I consume, which is a good thing, especially as I … ahem ... age.
3 Reasons Why Summer’s The Best Time To Do A Cleanse
In the sizzlin’ summer, it’s tempting to eat foods that can sabotage your health. Think: ice cream, barbecues, cocktails, and late-night dinners out. Here are my tips for doing a summer detox while still living it up….
Vitamin K and Covid 19
Next Time You Get a Boo-Boo, Thank This Underappreciated Nutrient. You already know vitamins A & C are important for health and what they do (they’re antioxidants). But can you name one thing about vitamin K? Getting enough phylloquinone in your diet? Although deficiencies are rare, if you’re not getting enough of it, your heart, bones and blood clotting can suffer.
Super Food Power Salad with Pomegranates
Before I share my yummy salad recipe with you, let me give you a little tip about preparing salads. When I feature kale as the main green in the salad, I’ll squeeze fresh lemon juice on it and let it sit a few minutes.
Chef V Interview “A Climb to the Top”
Veronica Wheat and Brandon Kress, founders of Chef V, did exactly that, shifting from an unscalable cooking business to becoming the creators and suppliers of a nutrient-filled green drink. By adapting their passion and making that leap, not only did they expand their business exponentially, but they changed lives. This is Chef V’s Story of Transformation.