Author Archives: Rachel Avalon

Recipes for Vitality + Featured Foods: Celery Root

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Rachel Avalon

Celery root. It may look strange, but don’t be afraid! It’s crispy when raw and creamy when cooked. High in Vitamin C, minerals, plus thiamin and B6; it tastes similar to celery, but with a mild nutty flavor. Celery root … Continue reading →

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Vegan is Love Book Review & Cultural Examination

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Rachel Avalon

Vegan is Love, by Ruby Roth, will undoubtedly make some parents and their children feel uncomfortable, but then again so have beloved classics such as The Lorax and The Giving Tree. These types of books often stand the test of … Continue reading →

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Nontoxic Baby Products: Top 10 Healthy Ideas

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Rachel Avalon

We all want to keep babies safe and healthy. Pregnant women, in particular, are encouraged to adopt a plethora of dietary and lifestyle precautions while their baby is developing in order to do just that. However, once their newborn arrives … Continue reading →

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Sugar Shock

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Rachel Avalon

It’s CRAZY how much sugar/HFCS is lurking in sodas, energy drinks, sports drinks, and ice blends. Connection between sugar and depression, aging, obesity, and even cancer.
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