Urban Herbivore is changing the face of “fast food” or “grab and go food” as we know it. Food courts in malls were once dominated by fast food chains, today with the renaissance of healthy eating and the demand by consumers for healthy food choices, places like Urban Herbivore are taking centre stage.  READ MORE

At the corner of O’Connor and St. Clair located in the east end of Toronto, there is a tiny strip plaza containing several small businesses serving the local community. As an east ender myself, I had no idea what amazing proprietors awaited until I was fortunate enough to stumble upon the gem called Sanna Tea Superfood Juice Bar.

The word Sanna originates from the Latin word Sanus, which means health, sane and sound. Sanna is also the last name of the owner – Steve Sanna. Ironically, his last name symbolizes his passion in life, his business name and the name of some of his smoothies and juices: Sanna Banana, Sanna Flush.  READ MORE

This is definitely one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto and I am extremely excited that I have the opportunity to review it for you today. Before we get started, let’s brush up on what a superfood actually is, so we can understand the magic behind this incredible place.

What is a superfood?

A superfood is:

• a whole food (organically grown if possible)
• a raw food (retaining life forces, enzymes, and synergistic effects of plant components)
• easily digestible
• exceptionally nutritious, containing proportionally higher quantities of nutrients and other beneficial food attributes
• a food rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fatty acids  READ MORE

Situated in the heart of Bloor West Village, the Black Rabbit Fresh Food Café is a refreshing change from the local pub grub fare that decorates the neighbourhood. Catering to the health conscious consumer in the area, the Black Rabbit offers an assortment of soups, salads and sandwiches along with amazing baked goodies and desserts. They also serve organic coffee, tea, espresso and fresh juices and smoothies by Joyous Health.  READ MORE

Keep it pure, clean and simple. This is the billion dollar tag line that has persuaded consumers for over a century. Ivory soap products, produced by Proctor and Gamble, have been the choice of homemakers as far back as 1879. The Ivory brand includes the classic bar soap, liquid hand soap, body wash, dish liquid, and a mild laundry detergent product called Ivory Snow, which is marketed as the laundry detergent gentle enough for babies and for those with sensitivities. Find out how it really affects our health as we undress this product. READ MORE