foodbabe--2020-04-14--Over 100 snacks better than Goldfish for kids

If I can stop one goal of the BIG food industry in the way I raise my daughter it would be this : Refuse to buy junk food designed to be addictive that has no nutritional value .
And refusing to feed my daughter Pepperidge Farm Goldfish fits the bill brilliantly .
But why is this snack something almost every child in America eats in the first place ?
Parents buy them by the gallon carton full at Costco .
Preschools and day cares serve them .
It ’ s time for this to stop .
First , let ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the label .
The majority of wheat in this country is sprayed with glyphosate ( Roundup weedkiller ) as a drying agent before harvest ( 1 ) , which is ending up in finished products on the shelf .
Tests have specifically found residues of glyphosate in Goldfish Crackers ( 1 ) .
This chemical is known to cause cancer ( 2 ) .
The cheese in Goldfish Crackers is not organic .
That means it comes from factory farmed cows that were raised on an unhealthy diet of food that was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and other pesticides ( 3 ) .
When you buy Goldfish crackers , you are supporting the industrial complex of crap food .
And you don ’ t need to do that .
Kids will be just fine without Goldfish Crackers and I will prove it to you .
When you combine the blood sugar spiking ingredient white flour , cheap oils likely produced with hexane with an addictive flavoring like autolyzed yeast which is just MSG disguised as another name – you create the perfect food for hooking your brain to crave @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yeast is an excitotoxin , purely used to increase food cravings and irresistibility , so you eat more than you should .
I personally don ’ t want my child ’ s taste buds to be hijacked by foods like this .
We need to stop the habit of brainless munching of low quality foods that has led millions of Americans to diseases like obesity , heart disease , diabetes and cancer .
I put together a list of over 100 snacks that are a zillion times better than Goldfish Crackers .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out there who think they need Goldfish Crackers to have snacks on-the-go for their kids .
You can stash any of these alternative snacks in your bag or car , or wherever you go and you ’ ll always have a healthy snack handy for your child that is non-white flour and non-white sugar .
It ’ s time to stop letting our kids get hooked on nutrition-less dead food !
Big food has done of enough damage to our health .
Let ’ s break their control together .
Over 100 Packaged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Crackers For Your Kids Choose organic whenever possible .
I linked to the products to make shopping easy for you .
Note : this list doesn ’ t include the myriad of fresh fruits and vegetables and homemade snacks you can make in your kitchen – which are the snacks I offer most to my daughter .
2 .
Unique Organic Sprouted Wheat Pretzels ( the ones with sprouted whole wheat & olive oil ) 67 .
Trail Mix ( make your own with raw nuts , seeds , and dried fruit ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ever buy Goldfish Crackers ever , ever again .
Am I right ?
Which of these snacks are you going to try ?
Tell me in the comments below !
And , please share this post to inform parents everywhere that it ’ s okay to stop buying Goldfish Crackers .
There are over 100 better options now BOOM !

If I can stop one goal of the BIG food industry in the way I raise my daughter it would be this:
Refuse to buy junk food designed to be addictive that has no nutritional value.
And refusing to feed my daughter Pepperidge Farm Goldfish fits the bill brilliantly. But why is this snack something almost every child in America eats in the first place? Parents buy them by the gallon carton full at Costco. Preschools and day cares serve them. It’s time for this to stop.
First, let’s talk about what’s not on the label. The majority of wheat in this country is sprayed with glyphosate (Roundup weedkiller) as a drying agent before harvest (1), which is ending up in finished products on the shelf. Tests have specifically found residues of glyphosate in Goldfish Crackers (1). This chemical is known to cause cancer (2).
The cheese in Goldfish Crackers is not organic. That means it comes from factory farmed cows that were raised on an unhealthy diet of food that was not organic and probably sprayed with glyphosate and other pesticides (3). When you buy Goldfish crackers, you are supporting the industrial complex of crap food. And you don’t need to do that. Kids will be just fine without Goldfish Crackers and I will prove it to you.
When you combine the blood sugar spiking ingredient white flour, cheap oils likely produced with hexane with an addictive flavoring like autolyzed yeast which is just MSG disguised as another name – you create the perfect food for hooking your brain to crave it over and over again. Autolyzed yeast is an excitotoxin, purely used to increase food cravings and irresistibility, so you eat more than you should. I personally don’t want my child’s taste buds to be hijacked by foods like this. We need to stop the habit of brainless munching of low quality foods that has led millions of Americans to diseases like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
But here’s the good news…
I put together a list of over 100 snacks that are a zillion times better than Goldfish Crackers.
This is for all the moms and dads out there who think they need Goldfish Crackers to have snacks on-the-go for their kids. You can stash any of these alternative snacks in your bag or car, or wherever you go and you’ll always have a healthy snack handy for your child that is non-white flour and non-white sugar.
It’s time to stop letting our kids get hooked on nutrition-less dead food! Big food has done of enough damage to our health. Let’s break their control together.
Over 100 Packaged Snacks A Zillion Times Better Than Goldfish Crackers For Your Kids
Choose organic whenever possible. I linked to the products to make shopping easy for you.
Note: this list doesn’t include the myriad of fresh fruits and vegetables and homemade snacks you can make in your kitchen – which are the snacks I offer most to my daughter.
Crunchy Snacks
1. Newman’s Own Spelt Pretzels
2. Unique Organic Sprouted Wheat Pretzels (the ones with sprouted whole wheat & olive oil)
3. Natierra Nature’s Organic Freeze-Dried Peas
4. Edward & Sons Vegetable Brown Rice Snaps
5. Edward & Sons Toasted Onion Brown Rice Snaps
6. Edward & Sons Black Sesame Brown Rice Snaps
7. Edward & Sons Brown Rice Snaps
8. Suzie’s Puffed Rice Thin Cakes
9. Lundberg Organic Brown Rice Cakes
10. Lundberg 5 Grain Thin Stackers
11. Lundberg Red Rice & Quinoa Thin Stackers
12. Lundberg Brown Rice Lightly Salted Thin Stackers
13. LesserEvil Organic Popcorn
14. Mary’s Gone Crackers
15. Mary’s Gone Crackers Super Seed Crackers
16. Mary’s Gone Sea Salt Pretzels
17. Brad’s Kale Veggie Chips
18. Brad’s Sweet Potato Veggie Chips
19. Brad’s Cheddar Veggie Chips
20. Brad’s Red Bell Pepper Veggie Chips
21. Brad’s Broccoli Cheddar Veggie Chips
22. Brad’s Crunchy Kale
23. Barnana Plantain Chips Himalayan Pink Sea Salt
24. Barnana Plantain Chips Acapulco Lime
25. Barnana Plantain Chips Sea Salt & Vinegar
26. Doctor In The Kitchen Sea Salt Flackers
27. Doctor In The Kitchen Cinnamon & Currant Flackers
28. Doctor In The Kitchen Rosemary Flackers
29. Doctor In The Kitchen Savory Flackers
30. Hu Everything Grain-Free Crackers
31. Hu Sea Salt Grain-Free Crackers
32. Hu Pizza Grain-Free Crackers
33. Rhythm Kale Chips
34. Rhythm Cauliflower Bites
35. Rhythm Beet Chips
36. Rhythm Carrot Sticks
37. Simple Mills Farmhouse Cheddar Crackers
38. Simple Mills Sprouted Seed Crackers
39. Simple Mills Sea Salt Crackers
40. Simple Mills Rosemary & Sea Salt Crackers
41. Simple Mills Garlic & Herb Sprouted Seed Crackers
42. Simple Mills Everything Sprouted Seed Crackers
43. Simple Mills Sundried Tomato & Basil Crackers
Savory Snacks
44. Gaea Green Olives
45. Sunfood Black Olives
46. SeaSnax Seaweed Snacks
47. Artisana Organics Raw Cashew Butter
48. Artisana Raw Almond Butter Packets
49. Artisana Raw Walnut Butter Packets
50. Go Raw Sunflower & Pumpkin Fiesta Seed Mix
51. Go Raw Pumpkin, Sunflower & Watermelon Seeds Mix
52. Go Raw Pumpkin Seeds with Sea Salt
53. Go Raw Sprouted Organic Sunflower Seeds
54. ELAN Organic Raw Almonds
55. Food to Live Raw Almonds
56. Terrasoul Superfoods Raw Cashews
57. NOW Foods Raw Cashews
58. Beyond Nature Raw Walnuts
59. Food to Live Raw Macadamia Nuts
60. Elan Organic Raw Pistachios
61. Food to Live Raw Pecans
62. Organic Wild Jungle Peanuts
63. NOW Foods Raw Brazil Nuts
64. The Good Bean Crispy Crunchy Chickpeas
65. Made In Nature Veggie Pops
66. Divine Organics Golden Princess Mix
67. Trail Mix (make your own with raw nuts, seeds, and dried fruit)
68. Nick’s Sticks 100% Grass-Fed Beef Snack Sticks
Sweet Snacks
69. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Bananas
70. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Beets
71. Thousand Lakes Freeze-Dried Bananas & Strawberries
72. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Mangoes
73. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Raspberries
74. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Strawberries
75. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Apples
76. Natierra Nature’s Freeze-Dried Tropical Fruits
77. Nova Scotia Organics Freeze-Dried Wild Blueberries
78. Nova Scotia Organics Freeze-Dried Pineapple Chunks
79. Next Organics Coconut Chips
80. Made in Nature Vietnamese Cinnamon Toasted Coconut Chips
81. Made In Nature Organic Maple Vanilla Coconut Chips
82. Joolies Medjool Dates
83. Purely Elizabeth Ancient Grain Granola Bars
84. Go Raw Choco Crunch Cookie Crisps
85. Go Raw Ginger Snap Cookie Crisps
86. Go Raw Organic Carrot Cake Cookie Crisps
87. Go Raw Organic Lemon Pie Cookie Crisps
88. North Coast Organic Apple Sauce
89. North Coast Organic Apple Sauce with Cinnamon
90. Peaceful Fruits Organic Fruit Strips
91. Blueberry Lemon Raw Crunch Bars
92. Evo Hemp Bars
93. Health Warrior Pumpkin Seed Bars
94. Barnana Coconut Chewy Banana Bites
95. Made In Nature Figgy Pops
96. Go Raw Sprouted Bites
97. Nud Fud Goji Chia Banana Crisps
98. Rhythm Crunchy Mango Bites
99. Rhythm Crunchy Pineapple Bites
100. Mavuno Harvest Dried Bananas
101. Made In Nature Apple Rings
102. Little Duck Organics Tiny Fruits
Chewy Snacks
103. Nature’s Wild Fruit & Snacking Nut Bites
104. Looney Pruney Organic Pitted Prunes
105. Newman’s Own Raisins Mini-Boxes
106. Navitas Naturals Goji Berries
107. Food To Live Dried Bing Cherries
108. Peeled Snacks Dried Mango
109. Made in Nature Dried Pineapples
110. Eden Organic Dried Cranberries
111. Navitas Organics Goldenberries
112. Made In Nature Dried Smyrna Figs
113. Made In Nature Dried Apricots
114. Navitas Organics Mulberries
115. Mavuno Harvest Dried Jackfruit
116. Rhythm Watermelon Slices
117. Pan’s Mushroom Jerky
Now there’s no excuse to ever buy Goldfish Crackers ever, ever again. Am I right?
Which of these snacks are you going to try? Tell me in the comments below!
And, please share this post to inform parents everywhere that it’s okay to stop buying Goldfish Crackers. There are over 100 better options now BOOM!
Xo,
Vani


foodbabe--2020-04-03--How to make “Rice Krispies Treats” without controversial ingredients like BHT and corn syrup

DISCLAIMER : I can polish off a half of a pan of these Rice Krispie Treats in one sitting , so before you start reading , don ’ t get mad at me – you ’ ve been warned .
Seriously , though it makes me incredibly sad that so many children are eating “ treats ” full of corn syrup , artificial flavors , BHT , TBHQ , DATEM , and all kinds of additives that are linked to health issues .
( 1 ) I grew up with homemade Rice Krispie Treats – they were a staple in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then , Kellogg ’ s came up with this processed crap that makes its way into kid ’ s lunches everywhere .
This ingredient list is CRAZY to me , especially since you can make similar treats at home without all that nonsense .
Here ’ s how I make mine , but first let ’ s talk about the ingredients .
There are 3 basic ingredients you need to make Rice Krispies Treats : ( 1 ) butter , ( 2 ) crispy rice cereal , and ( 3 ) marshmallows .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on how you choose these ingredients… 1 .
Butter : Look for a pastured grass-fed butter .
Here ’ s why – Conventional non-organic butter comes from cows fed almost entirely GMO corn and soy .
The harmful pesticides used on GMOs ( like glyphosate ) is also being eaten by these cows too and can end up in their milk – and thereby , butter .
( 2 ) You ’ ll also want to stay away from margarines made with inflammatory oils like soybean oil that are most surely GMO ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can contain hidden trans fat additives ( like mono and diglycerides ) , flavors , and artificial preservatives .
( 2 ) 2 .
Crispy Rice Cereal : Choose a certified organic brand .
This is the best way to protect yourself from synthetic pesticides .
( 3 ) I like to use 365 Organic Brown Rice Crisps from Whole Foods , as it has no “ flavors ” added like the Kellogg ’ s version does .
3 .
Marshmallows : This is the most tricky ingredient , but very important to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Unfortunately , I have ( yet ) to find 100 % certified organic marshmallows unless you make them from scratch .
So , until then , I use SmashMallow brand , which are made with organic cane sugar and no artificial colors .
Did you know they dye most marshmallows with Blue 1 made from petroleum ?
Steer clear of Kraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallows which are full of GMO Sugar and awful ingredients !
Here ’ s how to make the perfect homemade “ rice krispies ” treats… And they couldn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is melt 3 tablespoons of pastured butter on the stove in a saucepan .
I like to use a GreenPan saucepan , so the marshmallows don ’ t stick .
Then you toss in a bag of marshmallows and melt them all together ( One of my friends made these with two bags of marshmallows and said they were great .
You can use two if you ’ d like , but I think it would be too sugary !
But now I wan na try it , LOL ) Then you ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mix in 6 cups of rice cereal… After it ’ s mixed up well , you pour the mixture into a buttered baking pan and press it down well .
Here ’ s a little comparison of the ingredients in my homemade “ Rice Krispies Treats ” VS. the toxic Kellogg ’ s brand : Which would you rather eat ?
Share this recipe with all your Rice Krispy loving friends .
I ’ d love to never , ever , see kids eating out of those blue wrappers again .

DISCLAIMER: I can polish off a half of a pan of these Rice Krispie Treats in one sitting, so before you start reading, don’t get mad at me – you’ve been warned.
Seriously, though it makes me incredibly sad that so many children are eating “treats” full of corn syrup, artificial flavors, BHT, TBHQ, DATEM, and all kinds of additives that are linked to health issues. (1) I grew up with homemade Rice Krispie Treats – they were a staple in my mother’s kitchen. Since then, Kellogg’s came up with this processed crap that makes its way into kid’s lunches everywhere.
This ingredient list is CRAZY to me, especially since you can make similar treats at home without all that nonsense. Here’s how I make mine, but first let’s talk about the ingredients.
There are 3 basic ingredients you need to make Rice Krispies Treats: (1) butter, (2) crispy rice cereal, and (3) marshmallows. But you need to be extra careful on how you choose these ingredients…
1. Butter: Look for a pastured grass-fed butter. Here’s why – Conventional non-organic butter comes from cows fed almost entirely GMO corn and soy. The harmful pesticides used on GMOs (like glyphosate) is also being eaten by these cows too and can end up in their milk – and thereby, butter. (2) You’ll also want to stay away from margarines made with inflammatory oils like soybean oil that are most surely GMO (unless specified otherwise). They also can contain hidden trans fat additives (like mono and diglycerides), flavors, and artificial preservatives. (2)
2. Crispy Rice Cereal: Choose a certified organic brand. This is the best way to protect yourself from synthetic pesticides. (3) I like to use 365 Organic Brown Rice Crisps from Whole Foods, as it has no “flavors” added like the Kellogg’s version does.
3. Marshmallows: This is the most tricky ingredient, but very important to choose correctly because most brands are AWFUL. Unfortunately, I have (yet) to find 100% certified organic marshmallows unless you make them from scratch. So, until then, I use SmashMallow brand, which are made with organic cane sugar and no artificial colors. Did you know they dye most marshmallows with Blue 1 made from petroleum? Steer clear of Kraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallows which are full of GMO Sugar and awful ingredients!
Here’s how to make the perfect homemade “rice krispies” treats…
And they couldn’t be easier to make…
All you do is melt 3 tablespoons of pastured butter on the stove in a saucepan. I like to use a GreenPan saucepan, so the marshmallows don’t stick. Then you toss in a bag of marshmallows and melt them all together (One of my friends made these with two bags of marshmallows and said they were great. You can use two if you’d like, but I think it would be too sugary! But now I wanna try it, LOL)
Then you’ll take it off the heat and mix in 6 cups of rice cereal…
After it’s mixed up well, you pour the mixture into a buttered baking pan and press it down well.
That’s it!
Here’s the printable recipe…
Food Babe's Rice Krispies Treats Print Cook time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Author: Food Babe Serves: 15-18 Ingredients 3 tablespoons pasture-raised butter
6 cups brown rice crisps (such as 365 brand)
4.5 ounces* natural marshmallows (1 package of Smashmallows Vanilla) Instructions Melt 3 tablespoons of butter on the stove in a saucepan. Add 4.5 ounces of natural marshmallows to the saucepan and heat until they are melted. Take the pan off of the stove. Stir in 6 cups brown rice crisps and mix until well combined. Press the mixture into a buttered baking pan. Allow to cool. Enjoy! Notes *You can use up to 9 ounces marshmallows (2 bags), but they will be more sugary. I like to use 4.5 ounces (one bag).
**Please choose organic ingredients whenever possible. 3.4.3177
Here’s a little comparison of the ingredients in my homemade “Rice Krispies Treats” VS. the toxic Kellogg’s brand:
Which would you rather eat?
Share this recipe with all your Rice Krispy loving friends. I’d love to never, ever, see kids eating out of those blue wrappers again.
Xo,
Vani


foodbabe--2020-03-11--How I Am Supporting My Immune System Right Now

This week I was supposed to be in California attending the biggest natural products show in the U.S .
I prepared weeks for this show .
Everything from lining up meetings , to preparing frozen meals to take with me for my daughter to eat while I was busy working and lots and lots of packing !
It was stressful but it was going to be so worth it .
Truvani was going to have their first booth at this major trade show .
But on Monday night right as I finished putting all the last minute things in my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The trip was cancelled because of the global health emergency going on right now .
When I told my daughter we weren ’ t going to California – she looked at me and almost cried .
And I did too .
Health scares always make me think about my overall health and mortality .
And it reminds me of why I got into eating better in the first place .
It all started with a hospital trip .
Even though it was for something that was completely out of my control , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my overall health .
I started blogging about food and ingredients on Food Babe .
I also launched my company Truvani , where I sell remarkable supplements .
And given this entire situation , I thought I would share some of the things I currently do each day to support my health : • Washing my hands every chance I get with basic natural soap ( not Clorox wipes ) • Getting movement everyday , even if it ’ s just a walk to the playground • Sleeping for at least 8 hours @ @ @ @ @ @ @ surfing and reading all the bad news !
• Eating lots of fruits and vegetables – I love eating golden berries ( full of Vitamin C ) instead of sugar-filled snacks to curb my sweet tooth .
• Taking my immune-support supplements religiously ( like Vitamin D , Vitamin C , Under The Weather which has Elderberry ) .
We are also running a sale on some of our newest products , specifically Under The Weather , Vitamin C , and Vitamin D. Save up to 25 % On These Truvani Products I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are organic and the best in class – but because they give me peace of mind that I am doing everything I can .
Here ’ s to staying sane and healthy in this trying time .

This week I was supposed to be in California attending the biggest natural products show in the U.S.
I prepared weeks for this show. Everything from lining up meetings, to preparing frozen meals to take with me for my daughter to eat while I was busy working and lots and lots of packing!
It was stressful but it was going to be so worth it. Truvani was going to have their first booth at this major trade show.
But on Monday night right as I finished putting all the last minute things in my bag, I got a text.
The trip was cancelled because of the global health emergency going on right now.
When I told my daughter we weren’t going to California – she looked at me and almost cried. And I did too.
Health scares always make me think about my overall health and mortality. And it reminds me of why I got into eating better in the first place.
It all started with a hospital trip. Even though it was for something that was completely out of my control, it made me realize that I was ignoring my overall health.
Then, everything changed.
I started blogging about food and ingredients on Food Babe. I also launched my company Truvani, where I sell remarkable supplements.
And given this entire situation, I thought I would share some of the things I currently do each day to support my health:
Washing my hands every chance I get with basic natural soap (not Clorox wipes) Getting movement everyday, even if it’s just a walk to the playground Sleeping for at least 8 hours each night by not staying up late surfing and reading all the bad news! Eating lots of fruits and vegetables – I love eating golden berries (full of Vitamin C) instead of sugar-filled snacks to curb my sweet tooth. Taking my immune-support supplements religiously (like Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Under The Weather which has Elderberry).
We are also running a sale on some of our newest products, specifically Under The Weather, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D.
I love taking these – not only because they are organic and the best in class – but because they give me peace of mind that I am doing everything I can.
Here’s to staying sane and healthy in this trying time.
Xo,
Vani


foodbabe--2020-02-19--You Won’t Want to Put This Down – Feeding You Lies now in Audio & Paperback

I ’ ve been waiting months for this , and now it ’ s time !
My bestselling book Feeding You Lies is now available in two new versions… This book was not easy to write .
But I wrote it for you .
Your friends .
Your children .
Your family .
I hoped it would help people to stop believing the lie that everything on the shelf is safe and that even foods advertised as “ healthy ” are often far from it .
In this book , I wanted to make it easy for people to stop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their food choices .
That ’ s why it makes me SO HAPPY to see reviews like this… “ Just when I thought my family was eating good , BOOM……MIND BLOWN !
!
After reading this book , our family will never shop for our food the same way again !
We are now in the process of slowly restocking our kitchen and refrigerator with nothing but “ real ” food with the knowledge and ideas from this book.
” – Terry “ This book is the real deal .
Big bucks are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ word out on how our food supply has poisoned us .
If you feel GMO is fine , conventional foods are fine , etc , you ’ ve been duped .
The propaganda of big bucks has influenced you .
READ THIS BOOK .
And don ’ t stop there .
Continue to educate yourself on good nutrition .
You ’ ll live a lot longer , feel better , look better , and be a lot happier .
Most Americans are addicted to garbage foods .
AS I SAID , read this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to think how much trust I had previously put into “ Big Food ” , most especially as it relates to my child and the foods I thought “ must be safe or they wouldn ’ t be selling it ” .
This book is a MUST if you want to protect your loved ones .
It ’ s horrifying to discover how much damage can be caused by ingesting dishonest foods and this book arms you with the tools you need to make the best decisions.
” – Amazon customer “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but I still learned a LOT from reading this book .
I can ’ t believe that food companies have the power and ability to manipulate the press the way they do .
Just goes to show you that there is not a single news outlet out there that you can trust anymore .
There is no such thing as an unbiased view when it involves making or losing money .
Big Food has been winning at this garbage for TOO LONG !
It has to stop.
” – Happy Shopper This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Calling out specific food brands , industry experts , and front groups is VERY RISKY to report on .
Newspapers , TV networks , and publishers don ’ t want to touch this information because it could hurt their ad accounts ( yes , I ’ ve been told this point blank ) .
And although I struggled to get a publisher who was courageous enough to move forward with this book , my persistence has been worth it .
I ’ m really thankful that I didn ’ t let the naysayers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it .
This book has already helped so many people , and for that , I ’ m so grateful !
I wrote this book to expose the unethical tactics used by certain corporations who are feeding the world , because they are hurting and misleading a lot of people with their lies .
And it needs to stop .
We need to tell everyone all about this – and that is why this book is so important .
Feeding You Lies is not like any diet or health book you ’ ve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the food industry in one book that ’ s super easy to share with your friends and family .
You ’ ll learn how to cut the toxins from your food and improve your health .
And now you can listen to the audiobook ( narrated by yours truly ! )
while you ’ re out running errands or while you ’ re cooking dinner .
Or , pick up the paperback that you can easily pack and read anywhere .
It makes an incredible gift too .
Pick up your copies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ read or listen to Feeding You Lies ?
Please share this post or pick up a copy for them as a gift .

I’ve been waiting months for this, and now it’s time!
My bestselling book Feeding You Lies is now available in two new versions…
Paperback and Personally-narrated audiobook
This book was not easy to write. But I wrote it for you. Your friends. Your children. Your family.
I hoped it would help people to stop believing the lie that everything on the shelf is safe and that even foods advertised as “healthy” are often far from it. In this book, I wanted to make it easy for people to stop falling for food industry tricks and transform their food choices. That’s why it makes me SO HAPPY to see reviews like this…
“Just when I thought my family was eating good, BOOM……MIND BLOWN !! After reading this book, our family will never shop for our food the same way again! We are now in the process of slowly restocking our kitchen and refrigerator with nothing but “real” food with the knowledge and ideas from this book.” – Terry “This book is the real deal. Big bucks are paid by companies to NOT get the word out on how our food supply has poisoned us. If you feel GMO is fine, conventional foods are fine, etc, you’ve been duped. The propaganda of big bucks has influenced you. READ THIS BOOK. And don’t stop there. Continue to educate yourself on good nutrition. You’ll live a lot longer, feel better, look better, and be a lot happier. Most Americans are addicted to garbage foods. AS I SAID, read this book.” – Emily “I shudder to think how much trust I had previously put into “Big Food”, most especially as it relates to my child and the foods I thought “must be safe or they wouldn’t be selling it”. This book is a MUST if you want to protect your loved ones. It’s horrifying to discover how much damage can be caused by ingesting dishonest foods and this book arms you with the tools you need to make the best decisions.” – Amazon customer “We’ve been eating clean for years, but I still learned a LOT from reading this book. I can’t believe that food companies have the power and ability to manipulate the press the way they do. Just goes to show you that there is not a single news outlet out there that you can trust anymore. There is no such thing as an unbiased view when it involves making or losing money. Big Food has been winning at this garbage for TOO LONG! It has to stop.” – Happy Shopper
This book almost didn’t get published…
Calling out specific food brands, industry experts, and front groups is VERY RISKY to report on. Newspapers, TV networks, and publishers don’t want to touch this information because it could hurt their ad accounts (yes, I’ve been told this point blank). And although I struggled to get a publisher who was courageous enough to move forward with this book, my persistence has been worth it. I’m really thankful that I didn’t let the naysayers and critics scare me off from writing it. This book has already helped so many people, and for that, I’m so grateful!
I wrote this book to expose the unethical tactics used by certain corporations who are feeding the world, because they are hurting and misleading a lot of people with their lies. And it needs to stop. We need to tell everyone all about this – and that is why this book is so important.
Feeding You Lies is not like any diet or health book you’ve ever read…
It’s a tell-all on the food industry in one book that’s super easy to share with your friends and family. You’ll learn how to cut the toxins from your food and improve your health.
And now you can listen to the audiobook (narrated by yours truly!) while you’re out running errands or while you’re cooking dinner. Or, pick up the paperback that you can easily pack and read anywhere. It makes an incredible gift too.
Pick up your copies here:
ORDER NOW Feeding You Lies Available in stores everywhere
Know anyone who needs to read or listen to Feeding You Lies? Please share this post or pick up a copy for them as a gift.
Xo,
Vani


foodbabe--2020-02-04--Valentine Candy Showdown – What to buy and NOT to buy

Valentine ’ s Day has always been one of my favorite holidays .
I love seeing all the hearts everywhere and it brings back fond memories that I cherished as a child… making cute little valentines for all my friends , and of course , all that candy !
One thing I ’ m not looking forward to though is when my daughter starts going to school and gets offered candy like this to celebrate Valentine ’ s Day .
I wish I could wipe all the candy like this from the earth… To clarify – I ’ m not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ALL candy… But you don ’ t need to use risky and potentially toxic ingredients to make delicious candy .
Of course , candy isn ’ t supposed to be healthy , but you don ’ t need to poison yourself ( and your kids ) just to have fun celebrating a holiday .
When shopping for treats , read the ingredient list and watch out for the worst of the worst additives commonly found in Valentine ’ s Day candy… ❌ ARTIFICIAL COLORS ( like Red 40 and Blue 1 ) : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health issues , including allergies and hyperactivity in children , which requires a warning label in Europe .
May also be contaminated with carcinogens such as benzidine .
( 1 ) ❌ ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS : Artificial flavors are complex chemical mixtures made in a lab using various substances like crude oil or coal tar , and can contain upwards of 100 ingredients ( including some recently banned ) .
Food companies don ’ t need to tell you anything about the ingredients actually in their artificial flavors – they just slap “ artificial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we are left in the dark about what we are really eating .
( 1 ) ❌ BHT : Risky preservative linked to cancer .
Unnecessary and much more heavily regulated in Europe or Australia .
( 1 ) Fruit snacks are not healthier than candy .
They can be just as bad , if not WORSE .
Instead of candy , many parents are buying fruit snacks for their children to exchange at school .
Unfortunately , the popular brands are not any better than traditional candy… The key thing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they are CANDY .
Even organic fruit snacks usually contain added sugar and I consider them candy .
Organic fruit snacks are a slightly better candy option because they don ’ t contain artificial colors and a slew of unnecessary gums and emulsifiers .
A much better option to candy would always be organic dried fruit .
Quaker Chewy Valentine Minis are not a healthier option either .
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars may look like a healthier option to candy with “ 17 Grams of Whole Grains ” and “ No High @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the front of the packaging .
But don ’ t be fooled .
They ’ re still PACKED with refined sugar and corn syrup along with sorbitol , artificial colors ( Red 40 , Yellow 6 ) , refined soybean oil , and artificial flavors .
Thankfully , there are better choices in Valentine ’ s Day treats .
Luckily for us , not all candy is made with controversial ingredients .
There are many choices available that are delicious ( and some are actually even nutritious ) .
I plan to indulge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s Day – I love it , but I don ’ t buy the toxic stuff .
The first rule is choose organic whenever possible .
As a general rule , I like to choose organic food whenever possible , to lessen my exposure to pesticides and artificial additives ( 2 ) .
When it comes to chocolate , the cocoa bean is one of the most heavily sprayed crops in the world , so it ’ s very important to choose organic chocolate .
Organic chocolate is made with organic dairy , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , antibiotics , and GMO feed ( 3 ) .
Organic candy also doesn ’ t contain artificial colors , which are one of the worst additives found in children ’ s candy ( 4 ) .
And remember to ALWAYS read the ingredient list to see what is in the candy you buy .
I have a big list of Valentine ’ s candy swaps for you below .
If you have little ones in school , many of them come in mini-packs which are great for valentine exchange parties .
While @ @ @ @ @ @ @ terms of ingredients and not something I recommend eating on a regular basis ( it ’ s candy ! )
… these options are way , way better than conventional Valentine ’ s treats , and you can find them at natural foods grocery stores or online ( links provided below ) .
If you ’ re wondering what kind of chocolate I personally like to eat , my favorite organic chocolate brands include : Please spread the word and ask your friends and loved ones to start seeking out safer candy !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ these candy swaps , please share this post with them .
This Valentine ’ s Day , I want you to know how much you mean to me and to all of us here at Food Babe .
We truly love you so much for being on our team and helping us change the food system .
We ’ ve got a lot in store for you this year that we know you ’ re going to love .
I can ’ t wait until you see what ’ s coming .

Valentine’s Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. I love seeing all the hearts everywhere and it brings back fond memories that I cherished as a child… making cute little valentines for all my friends, and of course, all that candy!
One thing I’m not looking forward to though is when my daughter starts going to school and gets offered candy like this to celebrate Valentine’s Day. I wish I could wipe all the candy like this from the earth…
To clarify – I’m not saying I wish to get rid of ALL candy…
But you don’t need to use risky and potentially toxic ingredients to make delicious candy. Of course, candy isn’t supposed to be healthy, but you don’t need to poison yourself (and your kids) just to have fun celebrating a holiday.
When shopping for treats, read the ingredient list and watch out for the worst of the worst additives commonly found in Valentine’s Day candy…
❌ ARTIFICIAL COLORS (like Red 40 and Blue 1): Derived from petroleum and linked to several health issues, including allergies and hyperactivity in children, which requires a warning label in Europe. May also be contaminated with carcinogens such as benzidine. (1)
❌ ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS: Artificial flavors are complex chemical mixtures made in a lab using various substances like crude oil or coal tar, and can contain upwards of 100 ingredients (including some recently banned). Food companies don’t need to tell you anything about the ingredients actually in their artificial flavors – they just slap “artificial flavors” on the ingredient label – and we are left in the dark about what we are really eating. (1)
❌ BHT: Risky preservative linked to cancer. Unnecessary and much more heavily regulated in Europe or Australia. (1)
Fruit snacks are not healthier than candy. They can be just as bad, if not WORSE.
Instead of candy, many parents are buying fruit snacks for their children to exchange at school. Unfortunately, the popular brands are not any better than traditional candy…
The key thing to remember about “fruit snacks” is that they are CANDY.
Even organic fruit snacks usually contain added sugar and I consider them candy. Organic fruit snacks are a slightly better candy option because they don’t contain artificial colors and a slew of unnecessary gums and emulsifiers. A much better option to candy would always be organic dried fruit.
Quaker Chewy Valentine Minis are not a healthier option either.
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars may look like a healthier option to candy with “17 Grams of Whole Grains” and “No High Fructose Corn Syrup” called out on the front of the packaging. But don’t be fooled. They’re still PACKED with refined sugar and corn syrup along with sorbitol, artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 6), refined soybean oil, and artificial flavors.
Thankfully, there are better choices in Valentine’s Day treats.
Luckily for us, not all candy is made with controversial ingredients. There are many choices available that are delicious (and some are actually even nutritious). I plan to indulge in some decadent chocolates on Valentine’s Day – I love it, but I don’t buy the toxic stuff.
The first rule is choose organic whenever possible.
As a general rule, I like to choose organic food whenever possible, to lessen my exposure to pesticides and artificial additives (2). When it comes to chocolate, the cocoa bean is one of the most heavily sprayed crops in the world, so it’s very important to choose organic chocolate. Organic chocolate is made with organic dairy, which comes from cows raised without hormones, antibiotics, and GMO feed (3). Organic candy also doesn’t contain artificial colors, which are one of the worst additives found in children’s candy (4).
And remember to ALWAYS read the ingredient list to see what is in the candy you buy.
I have a big list of Valentine’s candy swaps for you below. If you have little ones in school, many of them come in mini-packs which are great for valentine exchange parties. While these aren’t all perfect in terms of ingredients and not something I recommend eating on a regular basis (it’s candy!)… these options are way, way better than conventional Valentine’s treats, and you can find them at natural foods grocery stores or online (links provided below).
Find these options online here:
If you’re wondering what kind of chocolate I personally like to eat, my favorite organic chocolate brands include:
Please spread the word and ask your friends and loved ones to start seeking out safer candy!
If you know anyone who would love these candy swaps, please share this post with them.
This Valentine’s Day, I want you to know how much you mean to me and to all of us here at Food Babe. We truly love you so much for being on our team and helping us change the food system. We’ve got a lot in store for you this year that we know you’re going to love. I can’t wait until you see what’s coming.
Xo,
Vani


foodbabe--2020-05-01--I infiltrated the Kellogg’s shareholders meeting and what the CEO said will shock you (VIDEO)

I have some outrageous news for you today… If you ’ ve been reading this blog – you know that Kellogg ’ s sells cereals in the U.S. with artificial colors , artificial flavors , and BHT , while they make the same cereals without these risky ingredients in other countries .
We petitioned Kellogg ’ s , asking them to remove artificial ingredients from all of their cereals in the U.S. just as they do in other countries .
This petition has now reached over 50,000 signatures of concerned citizens ( add your name now ) .
Kellogg ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , due to COVID-19 travel restrictions , I was unable to go in person to the Kellogg ’ s annual shareholder meeting to deliver these petitions .
So I had to come up with another plan… I was authorized by a Kellogg ’ s shareholder to act as their representative at Kellogg ’ s virtual meeting last week .
I was only permitted to submit written questions , and there was the risk that the moderator would ignore my questions .
Only one of my questions was read and answered during the meeting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ presented at the meeting : During your 2015 2nd Quarter Earnings Call , Paul Norman , former president of Kellogg North America stated : “ we have been working to remove artificial colors and flavors across Kellogg ’ s branded cereals and a variety of Kellogg ’ s branded snack bars as well as Eggo frozen foods .
Our goal is to complete this transition by the end of 2018.
” Kellogg ’ s currently is still selling cereal made with artificial colors , such as Fruit Loops and Apple Jacks .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in some limited-edition cereals , such as Baby Shark Cereal .
What is Kellogg ’ s current position on this ?
Does Kellogg ’ s still have a goal to remove artificial colors and artificial flavors from their entire line of cereal ?
This question was ignored .
I then asked a 2nd question regarding the status of removing BHT from all of their cereals .
This question was also ignored .
Finally , my 3rd question was read during the meeting .
You can listen to the video below to see what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ current position on removing artificial colors from all your cereals , such as Fruit Loops and Apple Jacks ?
Steven Cahillane , CEO of Kellogg ’ s : “ We have made tremendous progress in removing artificial ingredients from all of our products including our ready-to-eat cereal products .
Where we will not make compromise is around taste and enjoyment , and so , to the extent that we can continue to make progress and delight consumers with non-compromising foods , that ’ s our north star.
” They are liars .
Did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ artificial ingredients from their cereals ?
In 2015 this was all over the news… I ’ m sure they loved all the good publicity !
Well , now everyone can know that they are LIARS .
Kellogg ’ s is sacrificing health to “ delight consumers ” .
What ?
Is this really true ?
The truth is that Kellogg ’ s is not making “ tremendous progress ” removing artificial ingredients from their cereals , and continues to create brand new cereals FOR CHILDREN with them .
All the while , Kellogg @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ingredients in other countries .
We ’ re not asking Kellogg ’ s to start at square one and to reformulate their cereals without artificial ingredients , as this has already been done !
Add your name to the petition asking Kellogg ’ s to stop using artificial ingredients in America : SIGN NOW I ’ m confident that Kellogg ’ s will change , but it will take all of us .
Just like when we petitioned Kraft and I arrived uninvited at their headquarters with thousands of your signatures , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And , I ’ ll never forget what they told me… Kraft said , “ We ’ ll have to agree to disagree ” and that their customers like Kraft Mac & Cheese just the way it was , with artificial colors .
Well , we all know what happened next !
Kraft removed the artificial colors after all .
We influenced Kraft to change their iconic Mac & Cheese and I know in my heart that we can influence Kellogg ’ s to do the same with Fruit Loops , Apple Jacks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ m so thankful to all of you who have stepped up in such a huge way in support for this petition .
You ’ re truly remarkable .
Make sure that your best friend , spouse , mom , dad , son , daughter , brother , sister , and neighbor have all signed this petition .
We can do this , but we all need to continue sharing our petition everywhere !
Go , Food Babe Army , Go !
P.S .
If this makes you mad , please share @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
No one will hold these toxic food companies accountable other than ordinary citizens like us !

I have some outrageous news for you today…
If you’ve been reading this blog – you know that Kellogg’s sells cereals in the U.S. with artificial colors, artificial flavors, and BHT, while they make the same cereals without these risky ingredients in other countries.
We petitioned Kellogg’s, asking them to remove artificial ingredients from all of their cereals in the U.S. just as they do in other countries. This petition has now reached over 50,000 signatures of concerned citizens (add your name now).
Kellogg’s has largely ignored us. And, due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, I was unable to go in person to the Kellogg’s annual shareholder meeting to deliver these petitions.
So I had to come up with another plan…
I was authorized by a Kellogg’s shareholder to act as their representative at Kellogg’s virtual meeting last week.
I was only permitted to submit written questions, and there was the risk that the moderator would ignore my questions. Only one of my questions was read and answered during the meeting.
This is the first question I presented at the meeting:
During your 2015 2nd Quarter Earnings Call, Paul Norman, former president of Kellogg North America stated: “we have been working to remove artificial colors and flavors across Kellogg’s branded cereals and a variety of Kellogg’s branded snack bars as well as Eggo frozen foods. Our goal is to complete this transition by the end of 2018.” Kellogg’s currently is still selling cereal made with artificial colors, such as Fruit Loops and Apple Jacks. In addition, artificial flavors and colors are in some limited-edition cereals, such as Baby Shark Cereal. What is Kellogg’s current position on this? Does Kellogg’s still have a goal to remove artificial colors and artificial flavors from their entire line of cereal?
This question was ignored.
I then asked a 2nd question regarding the status of removing BHT from all of their cereals. This question was also ignored.
Finally, my 3rd question was read during the meeting. You can listen to the video below to see what happened…
My question: What is your current position on removing artificial colors from all your cereals, such as Fruit Loops and Apple Jacks?
Steven Cahillane, CEO of Kellogg’s: “We have made tremendous progress in removing artificial ingredients from all of our products including our ready-to-eat cereal products. Where we will not make compromise is around taste and enjoyment, and so, to the extent that we can continue to make progress and delight consumers with non-compromising foods, that’s our north star.”
They are liars. Did Kellogg’s ever intend to remove artificial ingredients from their cereals?
In 2015 this was all over the news…
“Kellogg to stop using artificial ingredients by 2018” – USA Today “Kellogg to Eliminate Artificial Ingredients in Cereal” – NBC News “Kellogg to stop using artificial products in cereals, snack bars” – Reuters “Kellogg announces removal of artificial colors, flavors” – Food Dive “Kellogg’s to dump artificial ingredients from cereal by 2018” – Fox News
I’m sure they loved all the good publicity! Well, now everyone can know that they are LIARS.
Kellogg’s is sacrificing health to “delight consumers”. What? Is this really true?
The truth is that Kellogg’s is not making “tremendous progress” removing artificial ingredients from their cereals, and continues to create brand new cereals FOR CHILDREN with them.
All the while, Kellogg’s sells safer cereals with better ingredients in other countries. We’re not asking Kellogg’s to start at square one and to reformulate their cereals without artificial ingredients, as this has already been done!
Add your name to the petition asking Kellogg’s to stop using artificial ingredients in America: SIGN NOW
I’m confident that Kellogg’s will change, but it will take all of us.
Just like when we petitioned Kraft and I arrived uninvited at their headquarters with thousands of your signatures, they reluctantly agreed to meet with me. And, I’ll never forget what they told me…
Kraft said, “We’ll have to agree to disagree” and that their customers like Kraft Mac & Cheese just the way it was, with artificial colors. Well, we all know what happened next! Kraft removed the artificial colors after all. We influenced Kraft to change their iconic Mac & Cheese and I know in my heart that we can influence Kellogg’s to do the same with Fruit Loops, Apple Jacks, and all of their cereals.
I’m so thankful to all of you who have stepped up in such a huge way in support for this petition. You’re truly remarkable.
Make sure that your best friend, spouse, mom, dad, son, daughter, brother, sister, and neighbor have all signed this petition.
We can do this, but we all need to continue sharing our petition everywhere! Go, Food Babe Army, Go!
Xo,
Vani
P.S. If this makes you mad, please share this blog post with everyone you know.
No one will hold these toxic food companies accountable other than ordinary citizens like us!


foodbabe--2020-05-07--Announcing my first cookbook – Food Babe Kitchen (Cover Revealed)

I went on a live broadcast the other day and dropped a couple hints about what I ’ ve been working on lately… and yes , the rumors are true !
I wrote my first cookbook – Food Babe Kitchen – and it will be released this October !
Writing a cookbook is something I ’ ve been dreaming about for a very , very long time .
And it ’ s something that everyone keeps asking for .
If you ’ ve ever wondered what I really eat on a daily basis and how I shop for food , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , with beautiful photography .
There ’ s a picture of every single recipe and never before seen photos of my family and I cooking and enjoying delicious healthy food together .
If there is anything that spells out what I ’ m passionate about… this is it !
This cover is so special to me… This picture on the cover was taken on a porch just outside my kitchen where we grow vegetables .
My husband has an incredible green thumb and takes requests every season to grow the plants we like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we fill with organic soil and water with filtered water .
Being able to just walk right outside and grab our own homegrown organic produce to make a salad is my dream come true .
When we shot the cover of this cookbook , we had an array of the most delicious spicy arugula .
It ’ s so fresh and tastes amazing—even Harley eats it .
There ’ s truly nothing better .
It brings me so much joy to be able to share a glimpse of this happiness in my life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inside Food Babe Kitchen ?
Here ’ s a description of the cookbook… Ditch processed foods and eat the cleanest , healthiest food on the planet by stocking your pantry , shopping , and cooking with Food Babe Kitchen .
Over 100 mouthwatering recipes from Baja Fish Tacos and Grapefruit Goddess Salad to Rainbow French Fries and an 8-Minute Candy Bar will show readers how delicious and simple it is to eat healthy , easy , real food .
Food Babe Kitchen shows you how to shop for the healthiest ingredients by breaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with expert label-reading tips and simple swaps , plus a handy pantry list to stock your kitchen for success .
Easy-to-follow directions , eye-catching photography , and simple substitutions to accommodate vegan , dairy-free , grain-free , and other diets , make this the ultimate guide to getting back into the kitchen to create healthful meals for yourself and those you love .
Getting off processed food has never been easier – or more delicious .
When you pre-order now , the cookbook will be shipped to you to arrive on or around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ price ) – so you ’ ll be one of the first people to get it and won ’ t even need to make a trip to the store .
You ’ ll also qualify for special bonus gifts ( soon to be announced ) that you can only get if you pre-order .
So , save your receipt !
And , your early support means a lot – it will send a message to bookstores everywhere to carry Food Babe Kitchen so it will get in the hands of more people .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a way of life that has dramatically improved my health , energy levels , and weight .
I can not wait to share what ’ s cooking in my kitchen with the world !
Are you excited about my new cookbook ?
Tell me in the comments below !
P.S .
Please share this post with your friends and family .
I ’ m counting on you to help spread the word about Food Babe Kitchen !
Everyone needs this cookbook in theirs .

I went on a live broadcast the other day and dropped a couple hints about what I’ve been working on lately… and yes, the rumors are true!
I wrote my first cookbook – Food Babe Kitchen – and it will be released this October!
Writing a cookbook is something I’ve been dreaming about for a very, very long time. And it’s something that everyone keeps asking for. If you’ve ever wondered what I really eat on a daily basis and how I shop for food, this cookbook outlines it all, step-by-step, with beautiful photography. There’s a picture of every single recipe and never before seen photos of my family and I cooking and enjoying delicious healthy food together. If there is anything that spells out what I’m passionate about… this is it!
This cover is so special to me…
This picture on the cover was taken on a porch just outside my kitchen where we grow vegetables. My husband has an incredible green thumb and takes requests every season to grow the plants we like to eat, in aboveground planters that we fill with organic soil and water with filtered water. Being able to just walk right outside and grab our own homegrown organic produce to make a salad is my dream come true. When we shot the cover of this cookbook, we had an array of the most delicious spicy arugula. It’s so fresh and tastes amazing—even Harley eats it. There’s truly nothing better. It brings me so much joy to be able to share a glimpse of this happiness in my life with you.
PRE-ORDER NOW Available in stores everywhere October 20th, 2020
What will you find inside Food Babe Kitchen? Here’s a description of the cookbook…
Ditch processed foods and eat the cleanest, healthiest food on the planet by stocking your pantry, shopping, and cooking with Food Babe Kitchen.
Over 100 mouthwatering recipes from Baja Fish Tacos and Grapefruit Goddess Salad to Rainbow French Fries and an 8-Minute Candy Bar will show readers how delicious and simple it is to eat healthy, easy, real food.
Food Babe Kitchen shows you how to shop for the healthiest ingredients by breaking down every aisle in the grocery store with expert label-reading tips and simple swaps, plus a handy pantry list to stock your kitchen for success.
Easy-to-follow directions, eye-catching photography, and simple substitutions to accommodate vegan, dairy-free, grain-free, and other diets, make this the ultimate guide to getting back into the kitchen to create healthful meals for yourself and those you love. Getting off processed food has never been easier – or more delicious.
Please order a copy of Food Babe Kitchen today…
When you pre-order now, the cookbook will be shipped to you to arrive on or around the release date (at the lowest price) – so you’ll be one of the first people to get it and won’t even need to make a trip to the store.
You’ll also qualify for special bonus gifts (soon to be announced) that you can only get if you pre-order. So, save your receipt!
And, your early support means a lot – it will send a message to bookstores everywhere to carry Food Babe Kitchen so it will get in the hands of more people.
PRE-ORDER NOW Available in stores everywhere October 20th, 2020
I hope this inspires people to cook in a way of life that has dramatically improved my health, energy levels, and weight. I cannot wait to share what’s cooking in my kitchen with the world!
Are you excited about my new cookbook? Tell me in the comments below!
Xo,
Vani
P.S. Please share this post with your friends and family. I’m counting on you to help spread the word about Food Babe Kitchen! Everyone needs this cookbook in theirs.


foodbabe--2020-05-13--Introducing Truvani’s Plant Based Omega Supplement! (It’s vegan and carrageenan-free)

I have great news for you today : Truvani ’ s Plant Based Omega is finally available !
This new supplement can help support brain health , heart health , and overall wellness within your body .
There are over 30,000 studies supporting the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in the diet .
But , when we set out to develop our omega supplement , we faced a few obstacles .
We wanted to create a product that : • Uses organic ingredients when they are available • Is void of any toxins whenever possible You ’ d think this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s not .
This product wasn ’ t easy to make .
And it almost didn ’ t happen .
You see , when we started developing our omega supplement last year , we ran into big problems .
Even though you can ’ t certify plant-based omega supplements as organic , some organic supplements use sunflower oil to help deliver nutrients and keep the product stable .
Sunflower oil can be organic , and for some reason manufacturers refused to replace their non-organic sunflower oil with organic sunflower oil .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at their response : “ There ’ s no demand for it.
” Meaning they wouldn ’ t use it .
And I wasn ’ t going to compromise .
Not for this product , or any product with the Truvani label .
So , we put the product on hold immediately .
Even though it created some major headaches , it was worth it .
We built Truvani into a brand people can trust .
And saying NO to bad ingredients is our motto .
We didn ’ t lose hope .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and now , after a year , we finally found one .
So , our new product is now possible… and it ’ s amazing .
These little details are what makes Truvani products bar none .
So , if you ever thought about trying an Omega 3 supplement , I highly suggest you check it out .
Plus , since it ’ s brand new , we are offering up to 25 % off .
We like to reward our most loyal customers with the best possible pricing .
Truvani ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ try at special launch pricing here Truvani ’ s Plant Based Omega is made with responsibly-sourced algal oil , delivered in a banded capsule that is carrageenan-free and gelatin-free .
( Many Omegas come in soft-gels .
Soft-gels often have carrageenan .
Sometimes they don ’ t call it carrageenan and disguise it as “ seaweed extract.
” Truvani doesn ’ t use soft-gels ) .
It gets better , too .
The # 1 complaint for omega supplements is “ Fish burps.
” Because most omega supplements are made from fish oil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which is plant-based .
Plus , we use a water-based extraction process , so no chemical solvents involved .
This process removes impurities , too .
Which means no nasty fish burps .
No gross smell .
Just a clean-tasting , shelf-stable omega-3 supplement that you ’ re going to love .
I will always put up a fight to make sure each product meets the high-quality Truvani standards .
Even if it means we delay a product .
Or cancel it altogether .
Luckily we could make this product happen and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out .
P.S .
Are you as excited about this new supplement as I am ?
Tell me in the comments below !

I have great news for you today: Truvani’s Plant Based Omega is finally available!
This new supplement can help support brain health, heart health, and overall wellness within your body. There are over 30,000 studies supporting the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in the diet. But, when we set out to develop our omega supplement, we faced a few obstacles.
We wanted to create a product that:
Uses organic ingredients when they are available
Is void of any toxins whenever possible
Avoids any unnecessary ingredients or additives
You’d think this is easy to accomplish, but it’s not. This product wasn’t easy to make. And it almost didn’t happen.
You see, when we started developing our omega supplement last year, we ran into big problems.
The biggest problem was…
Even though you can’t certify plant-based omega supplements as organic, some organic supplements use sunflower oil to help deliver nutrients and keep the product stable.
Sunflower oil can be organic, and for some reason manufacturers refused to replace their non-organic sunflower oil with organic sunflower oil.
We pressed them. And I was stunned at their response:
“There’s no demand for it.” Meaning they wouldn’t use it.
REALLY?!?!
I WAS demanding it.
And I wasn’t going to compromise.
Not for this product, or any product with the Truvani label.
So, we put the product on hold immediately.
Even though it created some major headaches, it was worth it. We built Truvani into a brand people can trust. And saying NO to bad ingredients is our motto.
We didn’t lose hope. We kept looking for ingredient suppliers, and now, after a year, we finally found one. So, our new product is now possible… and it’s amazing.
Watch the video to learn more…

These little details are what makes Truvani products bar none. So, if you ever thought about trying an Omega 3 supplement, I highly suggest you check it out.
Plus, since it’s brand new, we are offering up to 25% off. We like to reward our most loyal customers with the best possible pricing.
Truvani’s Plant Based Omega: Give it a try at special launch pricing here
Truvani’s Plant Based Omega is made with responsibly-sourced algal oil, delivered in a banded capsule that is carrageenan-free and gelatin-free. (Many Omegas come in soft-gels. Soft-gels often have carrageenan. Sometimes they don’t call it carrageenan and disguise it as “seaweed extract.” Truvani doesn’t use soft-gels).
It gets better, too.
The #1 complaint for omega supplements is “Fish burps.” Because most omega supplements are made from fish oil. However, we use algal oil, which is plant-based. Plus, we use a water-based extraction process, so no chemical solvents involved. This process removes impurities, too. Which means no nasty fish burps. No gross smell. Just a clean-tasting, shelf-stable omega-3 supplement that you’re going to love.
I will always put up a fight to make sure each product meets the high-quality Truvani standards. Even if it means we delay a product. Or cancel it altogether.
Luckily we could make this product happen and I hope you’ll try it out.
Snag a bottle of Truvani Plant Based Omega at special launch pricing.
Xo,
Vani
P.S. Are you as excited about this new supplement as I am? Tell me in the comments below!


foodbabe--2020-05-28--Drinking alcohol every night to get through this? Why it’s the worst idea ever.

We are going through a crazy time .
Undoubtedly the craziest time in my lifetime .
I ’ ve been having long , personal conversations with my friends about everything going on , doing what we can to build each other up .
And many of them expressed frustration about one thing… Ever since the quarantines started they ’ ve been drinking more alcohol…way more than they normally do .
What used to be maybe a weekly ( or monthly ) occurrence , is seriously becoming an every night of the week habit that is getting out of control .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re bored and completely stressed out – and turning to booze to make them feel better .
I hate to be a buzzkill , but honestly , I have to say it… .
Drinking all the time , especially during this crisis , is one of the worst things you can do right now .
You are relying on something that ( ironically ) is horrible for your health because you are feeling stressed out .
There are better ways to handle this situation .
I know you probably don ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me out .
Those nightly “ Quarantinis ” are detrimental to your immune system .
You ’ ve heard alcohol is bad for your liver – but that ’ s not the only organ it ’ s affecting .
Drinking too much alcohol disrupts the healthy balance of bacteria your gut .
You see , we all have a garden of bacteria living in our intestines ( 1 ) , which is vitally important to the health of our immune system as a whole ( 2 ) .
The “ good ” bacteria @ @ @ @ @ @ @ healthy ( 3 , 4 , 5 ) .
When you drink – you create an imbalance in your gut bacteria ( 6 ) – which in turn compromises your body ’ s ability to fight infections ( 7 ) .
Further down the line , this can lead to leaky gut syndrome ( 8 ) – which creates tiny little holes in our digestive system organs that leak out the good bacteria we need to stay healthy and keep our immune system strong .
When you drink , certain white blood cells @ @ @ @ @ @ @ defense against infections essentially get shut down and are only about ¼ as effective as fighting viruses as they usually are ( 9 ) .
It is a major blow to your natural immune defenses .
Heavy drinking can lead to vitamin and mineral deficiencies as well , because it impairs your body ’ s ability to absorb nutrients ( 10 ) .
Without necessary nutrients , you ’ re more susceptible to infections and won ’ t be able to heal as quickly .
And if all this isn ’ t enough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to specifically increase the risk of respiratory infections ( 11 ) , such as pneumonia and ARDS .
Knowing what we know so far about COVID-19 and how it affects the respiratory system… do you think those nightly drinks are worth the risk ?
It ’ s not just the alcohol that ’ s shutting off your immune system .
Most alcoholic drinks are filled with unhealthy ingredients that are sabotaging you .
What ’ s in your booze ( besides booze ) ?
Ever wonder what makes Bailey ’ s Irish Cream @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so tropically blue ?
What makes Malibu Rum so sweet , or what gives Captain Morgan its golden hue ?
You may never know because ingredient labeling on beer , wine , or liquor is not required by the FDA .
The alcohol industry has lobbied for years against ingredient labels because they don ’ t want you to know what you ’ re drinking .
As a result , we know more about what ’ s in a bottle of Windex than we do about the world ’ s most popular drinks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12 ) to tell us what ’ s in their beer , the two largest beer manufacturers began listing their ingredients online ( 13 ) – but there is still a lot we do not know .
My research for The Food Babe Way uncovered a slew of unlabeled additives ( 14 ) and crazy ingredients you ’ d never guess you were drinking .
To give you a recap , this might be lurking in your favorite drink : • None Roundup Weedkiller / Pesticides ( contaminants found in some beer and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ popular drinks… NOTE ABOUT WHITE CLAW : White Claw says their full ingredient list is “ proprietary ” – which means it is a secret .
“ The alcohol in White Claw Hard Seltzer comes from fermented sugars derived from malted gluten-free grains ” – which could mean corn syrup , but who knows ?
They haven ’ t responded to an inquiry from my team to clarify this yet .
Liquors don ’ t list ingredients , but what are you mixing them with ?
The decision to drink alcohol is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ champagne , and tequila every now and then .
When I do , I make the best choices I can .
Having alcohol is not a judgment call that any of us should make for others , unless excessive drinking is ruining someone ’ s health , family , and personal life .
The important thing is to be educated about alcohol , what ’ s in it , how much should be consumed , and whether you feel it ’ s something you want to have in your lifestyle .
If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ booze , there are healthier and more effective ways to handle your stress .
So , set down that cocktail and let me show you some strategies that work for me to keep my sanity , which I ’ m sure could help you as well .
• Stop going down the news rathole .
The news is overwhelming right now and this can cause a lot of stress .
And you know what ?
Stress is a huge immunity killer !
So do yourself a favor and use this time to spend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , watch movies at home , cook together , and take time to relax and de-stress .
If you live alone , set up online video chats with your friends and family to stay connected .
Limit yourself to checking in with the news once or twice a day to stay informed – and then put it away !
• Write it all down and practice gratitude : Start jotting down your feelings about all that is happening in the world and how you are personally handling it .
Tell your own personal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for someone else .
Expressing yourself in writing is very therapeutic .
Research has shown that journaling helps people heal during times of stress and trauma ( 15 ) .
Also write out what you are grateful for each day .
There is always much to be thankful for and when you start paying attention to it , magic starts to happen .
• Exercise more , and regularly .
Stress hormones like cortisol are reduced when you exercise regularly ( 16 ) – plus you release endorphins , which are “ feel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feel happy .
Even if the gym is closed , you can still do workout videos at home without any special equipment ( besides perhaps a wifi connection or a DVD ) .
You can also go for bike rides , jogs , an long walks outdoors .
• Start meditating .
This a is a majorly effective tool to decrease your stress levels ( 17 ) , and also reduces your chances of getting sick because chronic stress leads to bodily inflammation , which makes you more susceptible to illness .
When @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – and your brain is intimately connected to your organs and the immune system .
You don ’ t need any equipment and there are several free guided meditations available online if meditation is new to you .
The practice of yoga is related to this as well and is another great option .
• Get some sun .
When you expose your skin to the sun , you help your body produce more Vitamin D – the “ sunshine vitamin ” , which supports a happy mood .
The simple act of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stress and increase well being ( 18 ) .
• Make sleep a priority .
This is a never-ending cycle .
If you are stressed out , it might keep you up at night .
And when you don ’ t get enough sleep you get cranky and more anxious – leading to MORE stress .
Do whatever you can to get more sleep to break this cycle .
If anxiety is keeping you up at night , try taking some magnesium or melatonin .
Get some sun exposure in the morning to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ natural melatonin production at night .
• Take stress-supporting supplements .
Adaptogens such as ashwagandha and maca help to support a happy mood and sleep quality .
These may make it easier for you to deal with all the stressors in your life .
• Call up a friend or loved one .
It ’ s really important to stay socially connected .
It ’ s been shown that when you have a social support system around you , you are less likely to feel depressed or anxious ( 19 ) .
Sharing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up and relieves your stress like none other !
I you can , use Skype , FaceTime , Zoom , or some other video sharing app , so you can see each other too !
What are you doing to relieve stress during this crazy time ?
Tell me in the comments .
Let ’ s share our ideas and support each other .
It ’ s more important right now than ever !
P.S .
If you know anyone who is drowning their quarantine sorrows in alcohol , please share this post @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everyone to try healthier ways to get our stress under control !

We are going through a crazy time. Undoubtedly the craziest time in my lifetime.
I’ve been having long, personal conversations with my friends about everything going on, doing what we can to build each other up. And many of them expressed frustration about one thing…
Ever since the quarantines started they’ve been drinking more alcohol…way more than they normally do. What used to be maybe a weekly (or monthly) occurrence, is seriously becoming an every night of the week habit that is getting out of control.
They aren’t working, they’re bored and completely stressed out – and turning to booze to make them feel better.
I hate to be a buzzkill, but honestly, I have to say it….
Drinking all the time, especially during this crisis, is one of the worst things you can do right now. You are relying on something that (ironically) is horrible for your health because you are feeling stressed out. There are better ways to handle this situation.
I know you probably don’t want to hear this, but hear me out.
Those nightly “Quarantinis” are detrimental to your immune system.
You’ve heard alcohol is bad for your liver – but that’s not the only organ it’s affecting.
Disrupts healthy gut bacteria…
Drinking too much alcohol disrupts the healthy balance of bacteria your gut. You see, we all have a garden of bacteria living in our intestines (1), which is vitally important to the health of our immune system as a whole (2). The “good” bacteria in your gut helps to keep you healthy (3, 4, 5). When you drink – you create an imbalance in your gut bacteria (6) – which in turn compromises your body’s ability to fight infections (7).
Further down the line, this can lead to leaky gut syndrome (8) – which creates tiny little holes in our digestive system organs that leak out the good bacteria we need to stay healthy and keep our immune system strong.
Diminishes your immune defenses…
When you drink, certain white blood cells that are your “front-line” of defense against infections essentially get shut down and are only about ¼ as effective as fighting viruses as they usually are (9). It is a major blow to your natural immune defenses.
Impairs nutrient absorption…
Heavy drinking can lead to vitamin and mineral deficiencies as well, because it impairs your body’s ability to absorb nutrients (10). Without necessary nutrients, you’re more susceptible to infections and won’t be able to heal as quickly.
Increases risk of respiratory infections…
And if all this isn’t enough, drinking too much alcohol is known to specifically increase the risk of respiratory infections (11), such as pneumonia and ARDS. Knowing what we know so far about COVID-19 and how it affects the respiratory system… do you think those nightly drinks are worth the risk?
It’s not just the alcohol that’s shutting off your immune system. Most alcoholic drinks are filled with unhealthy ingredients that are sabotaging you.
What’s in your booze (besides booze)?
Ever wonder what makes Bailey’s Irish Cream so deliciously brown, or Blue Curacao so tropically blue? What makes Malibu Rum so sweet, or what gives Captain Morgan its golden hue?
You may never know because ingredient labeling on beer, wine, or liquor is not required by the FDA.
The alcohol industry has lobbied for years against ingredient labels because they don’t want you to know what you’re drinking. As a result, we know more about what’s in a bottle of Windex than we do about the world’s most popular drinks. After we petitioned beer companies (12) to tell us what’s in their beer, the two largest beer manufacturers began listing their ingredients online (13) – but there is still a lot we do not know.
My research for The Food Babe Way uncovered a slew of unlabeled additives (14) and crazy ingredients you’d never guess you were drinking. To give you a recap, this might be lurking in your favorite drink:
Artificial Colors
BHT
BHA
Carrageenan
Class IV Caramel Color
High Fructose Corn Syrup
Corn Syrup
Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial Flavors
Natural Flavors
Benzoic Acid / Sodium Benzoate
Sodium Citrate
Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO)
Tribromophenol (contaminant found in some wine)
Roundup Weedkiller / Pesticides ( contaminants found in some beer and wine
See what’s in these popular drinks…
NOTE ABOUT WHITE CLAW: White Claw says their full ingredient list is “proprietary” – which means it is a secret. “The alcohol in White Claw Hard Seltzer comes from fermented sugars derived from malted gluten-free grains” – which could mean corn syrup, but who knows? They haven’t responded to an inquiry from my team to clarify this yet.
Liquors don’t list ingredients, but what are you mixing them with?
The decision to drink alcohol is a personal one.
I enjoy wine, champagne, and tequila every now and then. When I do, I make the best choices I can. Having alcohol is not a judgment call that any of us should make for others, unless excessive drinking is ruining someone’s health, family, and personal life. The important thing is to be educated about alcohol, what’s in it, how much should be consumed, and whether you feel it’s something you want to have in your lifestyle.
If you are finding yourself drowning your quarantine-sorrows in booze, there are healthier and more effective ways to handle your stress.
So, set down that cocktail and let me show you some strategies that work for me to keep my sanity, which I’m sure could help you as well.
Ways to relieve stress naturally – Without Alcohol:
Stop going down the news rathole. The news is overwhelming right now and this can cause a lot of stress. And you know what? Stress is a huge immunity killer! So do yourself a favor and use this time to spend with your loved ones. Play games, watch movies at home, cook together, and take time to relax and de-stress. If you live alone, set up online video chats with your friends and family to stay connected. Limit yourself to checking in with the news once or twice a day to stay informed – and then put it away!
Write it all down and practice gratitude: Start jotting down your feelings about all that is happening in the world and how you are personally handling it. Tell your own personal story as if you are writing it for someone else. Expressing yourself in writing is very therapeutic. Research has shown that journaling helps people heal during times of stress and trauma (15). Also write out what you are grateful for each day. There is always much to be thankful for and when you start paying attention to it, magic starts to happen.
Exercise more, and regularly. Stress hormones like cortisol are reduced when you exercise regularly (16) – plus you release endorphins, which are “feel good” brain chemicals that make you feel happy. Even if the gym is closed, you can still do workout videos at home without any special equipment (besides perhaps a wifi connection or a DVD). You can also go for bike rides, jogs, an long walks outdoors.
Start meditating. This a is a majorly effective tool to decrease your stress levels (17), and also reduces your chances of getting sick because chronic stress leads to bodily inflammation, which makes you more susceptible to illness. When you meditate, you calm your mind – and your brain is intimately connected to your organs and the immune system. You don’t need any equipment and there are several free guided meditations available online if meditation is new to you. The practice of yoga is related to this as well and is another great option.
Get some sun. When you expose your skin to the sun, you help your body produce more Vitamin D – the “sunshine vitamin”, which supports a happy mood. The simple act of going outdoors has been shown to lower stress and increase well being (18).
Make sleep a priority. This is a never-ending cycle. If you are stressed out, it might keep you up at night. And when you don’t get enough sleep you get cranky and more anxious – leading to MORE stress. Do whatever you can to get more sleep to break this cycle. If anxiety is keeping you up at night, try taking some magnesium or melatonin. Get some sun exposure in the morning to set your internal body clock and increase natural melatonin production at night.
Take stress-supporting supplements. Adaptogens such as ashwagandha and maca help to support a happy mood and sleep quality. These may make it easier for you to deal with all the stressors in your life.
Call up a friend or loved one. It’s really important to stay socially connected. It’s been shown that when you have a social support system around you, you are less likely to feel depressed or anxious (19). Sharing good laugh will keep all your spirits up and relieves your stress like none other! I you can, use Skype, FaceTime, Zoom, or some other video sharing app, so you can see each other too!
What are you doing to relieve stress during this crazy time? Tell me in the comments. Let’s share our ideas and support each other. It’s more important right now than ever!
Xo,
Vani
P.S. If you know anyone who is drowning their quarantine sorrows in alcohol, please share this post with them. I hope it inspires everyone to try healthier ways to get our stress under control!


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foodbabe--2020-07-01--Healthy & Organic 4th of July Cookout Recipes (Entire Meal Mix & Match!)

Back in the day , 4th of July to me was a big BBQ with hot dogs , potato salad from the supermarket , and popsicles full of artificial colors and corn syrup .
Eating this type of food – even just on a holiday – made me feel horrible .
I woke up with a food hangover , my face looked puffy , and I was tired all the time .
I ’ ve since learned that it ’ s not worth it to sacrifice my health and weight with additive-filled processed foods on holidays – and now I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with fun and festive food that is actually healthy .
Healthy food doesn ’ t need to be boring !
I put together a round-up for you of my 4th of July cookout favorites , and it features a couple new recipes from my new cookbook , Food Babe Kitchen .
Look at all this fun , healthy food… You can mix and match these recipes around any way you want .
This is one way you can do it… And , you can go vegan too… I feel like you can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ without burgers , that ’ s why the main dish for both of these menus are burgers !
The Grilled Pineapple Turkey Burgers from Food Babe Kitchen are absolutely incredible .
There ’ s something so special about adding sliced grilled pineapple to burgers .
The sweet-and-savory combination takes turkey burgers up a notch and really hits the spot .
I ’ m always concocting new veggie burger recipes at home , now that I no longer buy packaged or processed veggie burgers because of the scary ingredients and additives they contain .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kitchen are FABULOUS and too EASY not to make ASAP .
You can make several ahead of time and either freeze or refrigerate them to enjoy later .
Just have the grill master plop them on the grill to reheat and you ’ ve got a delicious plant-based , protein-packed meal .
This healthy 7 layer dip is absolutely fabulous to and perfect for the 4th – it ’ s fun to prepare and a good opportunity to get a load of vegetables in to get the party started !
I love how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ promise no one will notice .
I like serving it with organic corn chips and celery sticks .
I like to alternate between the two so I don ’ t eat so many chips at one sitting .
Other appetizers to try : My family goes bonkers for homemade ginger ale .
When I realized that store-bought ginger ale is usually made with no real ginger , I was so disgusted .
Manufacturers use “ natural flavors ” instead , because it is cheaper than using real ginger .
That ’ s why @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s sweet , spicy , and sooooo refreshing on a hot day .
Other drinks to try : The star salad here is my Grapefruit Goddess Salad from Food Babe Kitchen .
This tart , sweet , crunchy , and juicy salad is such a nice departure from typical salad ingredients .
The combo bursts with flavor and has an amazing ability to zap sugar cravings too , which is a great side benefit !
Other sides to try : These Blueberry “ Cheesecake ” Bars are fun and festive .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ give them a red , white , and blue look for the 4th .
The best part is that they are no-bake and served cold from the freezer , so they are super refreshing and won ’ t weigh you down .
Other desserts to try : I hope this gives you tons of ideas and inspiration to create the perfect 4th of July cookout !
If you ’ d love more recipes like this , you ’ ve got to check out Food Babe Kitchen .
It includes all of the recipes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eat on regular basis – including snacks , desserts , salads , drinks , and everything you need to eat healthful delicious food without spending a ton of time cooking or relying on processed foods .
Available in stores everywhere October 20th , 2020 Please hit “ share ” on this post and spread the word about these healthy and organic 4th of July recipes !
Which ones do you plan on making ?
Tell me all about it in the comments below !
P.S .
If you pre-order my cookbook today , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of EVERYTHING that is in my kitchen ( including brand names ! )
This includes all of the condiments , snacks , drinks , desserts , and every ingredient that I buy to cook with at home .
Here ’ s where to claim your copy and get this list .

Back in the day, 4th of July to me was a big BBQ with hot dogs, potato salad from the supermarket, and popsicles full of artificial colors and corn syrup.
Eating this type of food – even just on a holiday – made me feel horrible. I woke up with a food hangover, my face looked puffy, and I was tired all the time.
I’ve since learned that it’s not worth it to sacrifice my health and weight with additive-filled processed foods on holidays – and now I’ve figured out how to celebrate with fun and festive food that is actually healthy.
Healthy food doesn’t need to be boring!
I put together a round-up for you of my 4th of July cookout favorites, and it features a couple new recipes from my new cookbook, Food Babe Kitchen. Look at all this fun, healthy food…
You can mix and match these recipes around any way you want. This is one way you can do it…
And, you can go vegan too…
Main Dishes
I feel like you can’t have a 4th of July cookout without burgers, that’s why the main dish for both of these menus are burgers! The Grilled Pineapple Turkey Burgers from Food Babe Kitchen are absolutely incredible. There’s something so special about adding sliced grilled pineapple to burgers. The sweet-and-savory combination takes turkey burgers up a notch and really hits the spot.
Food Babe's Grilled Pineapple Turkey Burgers Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 20 mins Author: Food Babe Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey
1⁄4 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1⁄2-inch rings
4 romaine lettuce leaves
4 burger buns
1 avocado, peeled and mashed Instructions Preheat the grill to 400°F. (You can also use a cast-iron pan to cook the burgers and pineapple.) Mix together the turkey, onion, oil, salt, and pepper. Form into four 4-inch-round patties. Place the patties on the grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until cooked through. While the burgers are cooking, place the pineapple slices on the grill and cook until caramelized in spots, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Set aside when done. To serve, place romaine lettuce on each burger bun and top with some of the mashed avocado. Place a turkey burger on top along with a pineapple slice. Notes **Please choose all organic ingredients if possible** 3.4.3177
I’m always concocting new veggie burger recipes at home, now that I no longer buy packaged or processed veggie burgers because of the scary ingredients and additives they contain. The Quinoa Veggie Burgers from Food Babe Kitchen are FABULOUS and too EASY not to make ASAP. You can make several ahead of time and either freeze or refrigerate them to enjoy later. Just have the grill master plop them on the grill to reheat and you’ve got a delicious plant-based, protein-packed meal.
Food Babe's Quinoa Veggie Burgers Print Prep time 30 mins Cook time 30 mins Total time 1 hour Author: Food Babe Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 cup cooked quinoa, room temperature
1 baked sweet potato, skin removed, mashed, room temperature
1 egg or 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons filtered water
1⁄4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1⁄2 small yellow onion, diced
1-inch piece of ginger, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt
1⁄2 teaspoon garam masala
1⁄2 teaspoon curry powder
1⁄4 teaspoon ground mustard seed (optional)
1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Melted coconut oil for brushing burgers Instructions Preheat the oven to 400°F. Combine all the ingredients for the burgers, except the coconut oil, in a large bowl. Form into 8 patties using a generous 1⁄4 cup of mixture for each. Line a baking sheet with parchment and brush with coconut oil. Place the patties on the oiled parchment and brush with a small amount of coconut oil. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the bottoms brown. Using a metal spatula, flip the patties over and bake 5 to 10 minutes longer. Notes **Please use all organic ingredients if possible** 3.4.3177
Appetizers
This healthy 7 layer dip is absolutely fabulous to and perfect for the 4th – it’s fun to prepare and a good opportunity to get a load of vegetables in to get the party started! I love how I sneaked in some kale – I promise no one will notice. I like serving it with organic corn chips and celery sticks. I like to alternate between the two so I don’t eat so many chips at one sitting.
Food Babe's Healthy 7-Layer Dip Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 30 mins Author: Food Babe Serves: 15 Ingredients 3 cups cooked black beans (or 2 BPA free cans)
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup finely chopped kale
2 cups finely chopped romaine lettuce
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 avocados, peeled and pitted
1 tomato, diced
½ cup diced red onion
1 lime, juiced
¼ cup chopped cilantro, more as desired
pinch cayenne pepper
16 ounces hummus (homemade or organic store-bought)
32 ounces salsa, drained (I like Field Day brand)
1 cup goat cheese crumbled or shredded
½ cup chopped black olives
¼ cup chopped scallions
sea salt and pepper, to taste Instructions Place the black beans in a bowl and add the cumin, chili powder and a few shakes of salt and pepper. With a masher or the back of a spoon slightly mash some of the black beans. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine the kale, romaine, oil and garlic and massage the kale mix until it starts to soften. Set aside. In another bowl, place the avocado and mash with the back of a spoon. Add the tomato, onion, lime juice, cilantro and cayenne pepper. Mix and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. To assemble the dip, take a medium size bowl (try to find one with straight sides) and spread the black beans on the bottom. Top with the kale mix and then the guacamole. Next, carefully spread the hummus on top, followed by the salsa. Sprinkle the goat cheese, olives and scallions over the salsa. Serve with corn chips, crackers or veggie sticks. Enjoy! Notes **Please choose all organic ingredients if possible** 3.4.3177
Other appetizers to try:
Drinks
My family goes bonkers for homemade ginger ale. When I realized that store-bought ginger ale is usually made with no real ginger, I was so disgusted. Manufacturers use “natural flavors” instead, because it is cheaper than using real ginger. That’s why I came up with this recipe. It’s sweet, spicy, and sooooo refreshing on a hot day.
Food Babe's Ginger Ale Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Author: Food Babe Serves: 1 Ingredients 2-inch piece of ginger, juiced
12 ounces sparkling water
1 squeeze of fresh lemon
2 tablespoons raw honey or maple syrup Instructions Combine all the ingredients. Serve over ice. Notes Tip: If you don’t have a juicer, you can blend the ginger with the lemon juice and squeeze the juice out of a cheese cloth or fine mesh strainer.
**Please choose all organic ingredients if possible** 3.4.3177
Other drinks to try:
Sides & Salads
The star salad here is my Grapefruit Goddess Salad from Food Babe Kitchen . This tart, sweet, crunchy, and juicy salad is such a nice departure from typical salad ingredients. The combo bursts with flavor and has an amazing ability to zap sugar cravings too, which is a great side benefit!
Food Babe's Grapefruit Goddess Salad Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Author: Food Babe Serves: 4 Ingredients 4 cups baby arugula
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 avocado, peeled and sliced
1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
1⁄4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1⁄4 cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill Vinaigrette 3 tablespoons grapefruit juice
3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste Instructions Place all the salad ingredients in a bowl and toss to combine. To make the vinaigrette, whisk all the ingredients together. Pour over the salad and serve. Notes **Please choose all organic ingredients if possible** 3.4.3177
Other sides to try:
Desserts
These Blueberry “Cheesecake” Bars are fun and festive. You can garnish with sliced strawberries to give them a red, white, and blue look for the 4th. The best part is that they are no-bake and served cold from the freezer, so they are super refreshing and won’t weigh you down.
Food Babe's Blueberry “Cheesecake” Bars Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 3 hours Total time 3 hours 10 mins Author: Food Babe Serves: 9 Ingredients 2 cups raw cashews, soaked overnight
⅓ cup raw honey or maple syrup
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup blueberries Crust: 2 cups walnuts
10-12 medjool dates
2 tablespoons coconut oil
Pinch sea salt Instructions To make the filling, place the cashews, honey, coconut oil, cinnamon, lemon juice and blueberries in a blender and blend until smooth. To make the crust, place the walnuts in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the dates and salt and pulse until well combined. Add coconut oil and pulse once more. To assemble, line a 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper. Firmly press the crust into the pan to create an even layer. Add the filling and spread evenly over the crust. Place in the freezer for at least 3 hours or overnight. To serve, cut the “cheesecake” into squares and serve with fresh berries, if desired. Enjoy! Notes **Please choose organic ingredients if possible.** 3.4.3177
Other desserts to try:
I hope this gives you tons of ideas and inspiration to create the perfect 4th of July cookout!
If you’d love more recipes like this, you’ve got to check out Food Babe Kitchen. It includes all of the recipes that my family and I love to eat on regular basis – including snacks, desserts, salads, drinks, and everything you need to eat healthful delicious food without spending a ton of time cooking or relying on processed foods.
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Please hit “share” on this post and spread the word about these healthy and organic 4th of July recipes! Which ones do you plan on making? Tell me all about it in the comments below!
Xo,
Vani
P.S. If you pre-order my cookbook today, I’ll send you a list of EVERYTHING that is in my kitchen (including brand names!) This includes all of the condiments, snacks, drinks, desserts, and every ingredient that I buy to cook with at home. Here’s where to claim your copy and get this list.


foodbabe--2020-06-29--Get a list of EVERYTHING in my pantry, fridge and freezer! (All Food Babe approved of course)

My dreams are coming true and I ’ m not just talking about my family expanding – if you didn ’ t hear the news , I am pregnant 😀 The dream of creating a cookbook of all my favorite recipes and everything I make for Mr. Food Babe and my daughter Harley is also coming true .
My first cookbook , Food Babe Kitchen , hits shelves in October and I ’ m so thankful for all of you who are as excited as I am… And as a giant THANK YOU for pre-ordering a copy of my cookbook @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for you .
I put together a list of all the food brands , staples and specialty products I stock in my kitchen for you : It includes EVERYTHING you ’ d find if you went to my house and raided my pantry and fridge !
This will help you get your kitchen stocked for success so that as soon as you receive Food Babe Kitchen in your hot little hands , you ’ ll be ready to get cooking .
Get your bonus now by following these steps : • Check your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Click the confirmation link to access the pantry list .
Available in stores everywhere October 20th , 2020 If you have any questions , feel free to ask in the comments below .
There are more bonus goodies to come if you order your book early , so stay tuned for details !

My dreams are coming true and I’m not just talking about my family expanding – if you didn’t hear the news, I am pregnant 😀
The dream of creating a cookbook of all my favorite recipes and everything I make for Mr. Food Babe and my daughter Harley is also coming true.
My first cookbook, Food Babe Kitchen, hits shelves in October and I’m so thankful for all of you who are as excited as I am…
And as a giant THANK YOU for pre-ordering a copy of my cookbook early, I have a special gift for you.
I put together a list of all the food brands, staples and specialty products I stock in my kitchen for you:
It includes EVERYTHING you’d find if you went to my house and raided my pantry and fridge! This will help you get your kitchen stocked for success so that as soon as you receive Food Babe Kitchen in your hot little hands, you’ll be ready to get cooking.
Get your bonus now by following these steps:
Order a copy of Food Babe Kitchen below; Submit your order info here ; Check your email for your unique confirmation link; Click the confirmation link to access the pantry list.
ORDER NOW Available in stores everywhere
If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments below. There are more bonus goodies to come if you order your book early, so stay tuned for details!
Xo,
Vani