Wellness & Nutrition

Life is a balancing act

February 21, 2019

Life is a balancing act. During busier times it can be really challenging to take care of our daily responsibilities, including exercise, social time and self-care.

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Just Add Water Quick Smoothie

February 19, 2019

One nourishing way of enjoying Just Add Water is by adding it to your smoothie. Here's favorite recipe from our fan club: The Strawberry Banana Green Smoothie!

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INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT: ARTICHOKES

February 15, 2019

Hands up for another superpower Just Add Water™ ingredient! Artichokes might look a little funny to some, but this “perennial thistle” packs one heck of a punch in the nutrition category!

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Stay Warm with Our Healthier Hot Cocoa!

February 12, 2019

We all crave a little something special every once and a while and this time of year always has us reaching for a warm mug of hot cocoa!

Indulge a little today with this healthier version of the traditional from our founder Chef Serena Poon!

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4 Lifestyle Tips to Healthier, Shinier, Fuller Hair

December 04, 2018

Have you ever met someone with Cindy Crawford in the 90s hair--shiny, full, and healthy--and wondered, “what shampoo is she using?” Turns out she doesn’t use anything special per se, but she mentions that she drinks a lot of water daily, eats nutrient-dense food, and meditates. How does that equate to such healthy hair?

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Fact or Fiction: Vegans Don’t Get Enough Iron

November 30, 2018

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the United States, despite having easy access to food. When you’re iron deficient, you can feel tired, weak, pale and cold. That’s because iron is so critical to our overall health as it’s involved in making red blood cells and in carrying oxygen throughout the body. It’s also an essential nutrient to our diet as iron is something our body doesn’t produce by itself—we have to obtain it from food.

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Eat Healthier & Easier with Spiralized Veggies

October 11, 2018

One of our favorite ways to incorporate more vegetables into our diets is by spiralizing them! Vegetables can get a little tiresome to chop, especially when you’re short on time and we’re all about simplifying self-care with food at Just Add Water™! Bonus, you can easily recreate your favorite noodle recipe like spaghetti and meatballs or Vietnamese bún chay (noodle salad) by replacing noodles with spiralized zucchini or carrots.

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Healthy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

September 13, 2018

Pumpkin is one of our favorite gourds! Not only does it remind us that Fall and Halloween are just around the corner, but it’s also a nutrient-dense food that’s rich in vitamins, fibers, antioxidants, and minerals.

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The Benefits of Digestive Enzymes

September 07, 2018

You’ve probably heard that enzymes were good for you and want to incorporate them into your wellness routine. After all, enzymes are in skin care products, sold as digestive supplements, and found in our favorite fruits. But what exactly are enzymes and what do they do?

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Season Food With Fresh Herbs from Your Kitchen Herb Garden

September 04, 2018

One of the biggest misconceptions about nutritious food is that for it to be healthy, it must be bland. That could not be further from the truth!

Instead of depending on salt to season food, Just Add Water™ founder, Serena Poon, recommends reaching for fresh herbs. Not only can herbs enhance the flavor and fragrance of your favorite dish, but they also contain many nutritional and medicinal benefits.

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Aquatic Superfoods: Spirulina and Chlorella

August 24, 2018

What makes spirulina and chlorella superfoods? They are loaded with essential nutrients like protein, amino acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, providing them with tons of nutritional and even medicinal benefits.

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The 411 on Wheatgrass and Barley Grass

August 21, 2018

Both wheatgrass and barley grass are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, antioxidants, and chlorophyll. As we mentioned a few weeks ago, chlorophyll is a phytochemical that gives many foods their superfood status.

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