Quinoa, though new to many of us, has been around since pre-Columbian civilizations. Because of its amazing nutritional properties and its ability to survive in even the harshest of environments, the Incas considered it so sacred that they referred to it as chisaya mama – mother of all grains. It’s been classified as a “super crop” by the United Nations because of its high protein content. Quinoa is considered a complete protein, meaning that it has all nine essential amino acids. It’s also an excellent source of lysine, manganese, magnesium, iron, copper, phosphorous. And it’s an excellent source of dietary fiber while being...
Continuing Vegucatio...
posted by Managing Editor
One December sixteen years ago, I was watching 60 Minutes with my parents. The subject of the story was American farming. I had recently decided I wanted to be a veterinarian when I grew up, so I put down my book and paid attention. It was the first time I had seen slaughterhouse images; I was...
Fork Over Knives
posted by Guest Contributor
What has happened to us? Despite the most advanced medical technology in the world, we are sicker than ever by nearly every measure. Two out of every three of us are overweight. Cases of diabetes are exploding, especially amongst our younger population. About half of us are taking at least one...
Eco-Fashion Ethiquet...
posted by Jerah Coviello
Below is a gift from me to you that I hope inspires, excites and helps you make your next fashion purchase an eco one! After much research, many questions from you, and exploration of an industry I love, I’ve come up with categories that fall under the eco fashion umbrella. This is your...
Can We Eat Raw Food ...
posted by Guest Contributor
This is one of the most frequently asked questions about eating raw. People commonly believe that without a bowl of cooked food on a chilly winter day they would not be able to stay warm. I know many persons who quit the raw food lifestyle because they were afraid that they would become too...
Five Minutes in Cupc...
posted by Editor
Imagine your favorite cupcake: the indulgent flavors, delicious cake batter and sweet frosting. Now imagine it again – dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan and made entirely out of raw foods. If that sounds too good to be true, you’re in luck: Modern Hippie Mag favorite Natalia KW is...
Ep 68 – Chatti...
posted by Editor in Chief
I’ve been so very fortunate to have had the opportunity to produce recipe demo videos with Natalia, so I can tell you first hand just how yummy her original raw food recipes are. Natalia’s success following the release of her recent book, Pure Pleasures – Luscious Live Food...
Twitter founder, Biz...
posted by Editor in Chief
It’s been a very crazy and hectic time at Modern Hippie Mag this week! You may have noticed that our articles have been a bit slim as of late. Well, it’s mostly because my time has been extremely limited while I’ve been performing in a theater production with the West...
Blood Type A Dietary...
posted by Guest Contributor
One of the hallmarks of Holistic Health Counseling is the emphasis on the concept of Bio-Individuality when it comes to dietary choices. This means that no one diet is right for everyone and that, because of human beings’ various backgrounds, ancestries and genetics, food and lifestyle...
Honey Ginger Granola...
posted by Natalia KW
This granola is absolutely addictive. It’s hard to stop snacking on it, even while it’s still dehydrating! Sweet honey, spicy ginger and fragrant vanilla are the perfect coating for light, crunchy buckwheat and decadent pecans. I love it in a big bowl covered with homemade...
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