Have you ever gifted someone you care about chocolate as an expression of your love? Most of us can affirm that we have - and while it might just seem like the classic, fool-proof thing to do (who doesn't love chocolate?!), there is actually science behind why chocolate has remained synonymous with love...
Today's raw chocolate Valentine's Day theme is all about that Antioxidant Love. Within the last decade chocolate has gone from being a not-so-healthy guilty pleasure to an actual superfood bursting with anti-aging capabilities and nutrition.
Whether the discussion involves macrominerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium, or trace minerals such as iron, manganese, copper and zinc, one thing is for certain - our bodies need minerals (although in very variant amounts!) in order to both survice AND thrive.
Valentine's Day is next weekend - which means a full day dedicated to LOVE is approaching. Say what you will about V-Day, it is still a great opportunity to really tap into that heart center and express more love in your life. And we say, what better way to show your love to someone than with a homemade, no-bake vegan cheesecake topped with Rawmio raw chocolate. We mean, c'mon....
Whether you're always short on time or just don't really like to fuss around too much in the kitchen, this version of kale salad is perfect. It's also highly adaptable - feel free to add in your favorite fixings.
Who doesn't love banana ice cream? Cold, creamy, sweet, totally indulgent yet 100% guilt-free and positively healthy. This recipe takes the concept a few steps further by bringing into the mix some potent superfoods - a few of which happen to have proven aphrodisiac properties - namely cherries, raw chocolate, and maca.
At Windy City Organics we truly pride ourselves in our unique formulas which are pure, simple, and additive-free. This is something that sets us apart from many food manufacturers, even within the organic industry. If you're reading this blog or are already a user and lover of our products you're likely very keen on ingredients - which to look for and which to avoid.
Sweet potatoes are one of nature's most perfect foods. Filling and satisfying, delicious, and versatile, with quite the package of health benefits as well.
There's only a few more days left in February, which means we're all a little more than ready for some sunshine and warmth in our life! If your energy is dragging today, and not even the promise of spring ahead is helping put some pep in your step, try this smoothie bowl instead.
It can be a challenging world out there for a foodie with high standards; picking up jars of nut butter only to set them back down, disgusted with a nutritional label full of refined sugars, salt, and processed oils. However, before you feel too disheartened, let us just say, we feel you, and in fact have crafted products just for you.
