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Protein is a major macronutrient our body needs to survive and it’s particularly important to help the body recover after a tough workout and build lean muscle. Many people reach for a protein shake after they come home from the gym and whey protein has become one of the more popular choices today. However, more…

There are various uses of a healthy vegan protein powder. You can make a breakfast smoothie, snacks, and baked goods out of a good protein powder, and it’s the perfect thing to add to your daily routine when you’re falling short of whole-food protein. But not all protein powders are created equally. Some may seem…

We’ve seen it a million times. Folks get their fitness groove on, start supplementing with whey protein powder, and suddenly their digestion goes off the rails.  Bloating, gas, stomach discomfort…why is this happening? You don’t need to be lactose intolerant to have trouble with animal protein powders like whey or casein (which are extracted from…

For many folks, a plant-based diet sounds good…until you’re handed that first cup of green liquid slop.  We’re really into green smoothies at Healthy Truth—but we get it.  They’re not for everyone. Mixed with plain water, a couple of the ingredients in the average supergreens smoothie can smell a little like pond water and taste kinda like…

A plant-based diet is much more than a list of which foods you’ll eat.  For a lot of people, plant-based eating is a whole lifestyle focused on healthy living and being mindful of what we put in our bodies.  After all, french fries, corn chips, and jello pudding can all be made with plant-based ingredients—but…

The term “antioxidant” doesn’t actually refer to a particular substance…it’s more of a trait that many hundreds or thousands of substances can have.  Calling something an “antioxidant” means it’s a fighter of “free radicals.” More specifically, it’s an electron-giver. Kind of like a firefighter, an antioxidant goes around putting out fires caused by greedy, harmful…

We developed our GO GREEN Supergreens Powder to help you power up your daily diet with antioxidants, adaptogens, and prebiotics! It’s equally easy to add to a nutrient-packed smoothie bowl, leafy green juice, overnight oats and granola, frozen super green smoothie, or any of your favorite green drink recipes. Short on creative ideas? Don’t worry—we’ve…

You may have heard about the powerful healing effects of one special spice called turmeric. In addition to aiding in digestion, boosting liver function, and protecting against some types of cancer, the “Indian saffron” is also a potent medicine for muscle pain. Grind up the turmeric plant’s roots (mainly grown in Asia and Central America),…

It’s common knowledge that “greens are good for you.”  Most folks could also give a few reasons why. For instance: They’ve got tons of vitamins and minerals Greens are high in cancer-fighting antioxidants Many plant-based foods reduce inflammation The dietary fiber in greens is good for digestion But none of these would surprise you. While…