Within Me Journal

Why Raw Juice?  Simply stated, for the many nutrients trapped in the fiber of vegetables, fruit and herbs.  Fiber has its purpose in cleansing the colon by acting as a sweeper, sweeping the intestinal area. When you eat whole foods, the nutrients absorb into the body and the indigestible fiber acts as a cleanser by helping to move waste through the colon.....

This is a special month for Sonia Terboss owner of SpaJuiceBar, it's Breast Cancer Awareness.   She has been a breast cancer survivor for 6 years.  Within this video, she shares how cancer led her to a lifestyle of juicing.  Happy Survivor Month and Happy Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  

Did you know beet juices enhances physical performance and is a hangover cure?

Pineapple is SpaJuiceBar's juice tip of the day.  Did you know pineapple is low in calories?  Juice up today!

I enjoy pairing my juices with food. Lately, I've not had the time to cook or prepare food. So, when I need to do takeout one of the best places is Yakko San, authentic Japanese cuisine, North Miami Beach, FL. The food is always consistently delicious and pairs well with my juices.

I love to dine in and takeout. When there is no time to cook, Yakko San is the perfect palate experience. Their crunchy spicy tuna roll and the unbelievable mixed salad is a perfect combination to pair with my favorite green juice. I tend to prefer a combination of various greens with cucumber and a touch of apple;  the combination offers a lighter palate tasting green juice to complement the sushi and salad combo. The slight saltiness from the soy sauce and salad dressing brings our the flavors within the juices for a nice balance. If you need a healthy meal when on the go try sushi and salad or go to Yakko San and pair their wonderful food with your favorite green juice. The experience is within the palate.

 Comfort food offers a sentimental moment of nostalgia where happiness is centers around the familiarity of food pairing experience.  They say comfort food has a way of piquing happiness and serenity.  Well, I hope you enjoy this dish and may the casserole ignite a reminiscent moment of comfort as you enjoy the broccoli pasta cheese casserole with family and friends. The combination of broccoli, pasta and cheese is  tasty, and the dish is quick, easy to prepare. Hey, sometimes we just don't have the time to spend in the kitchen, this dish gets you in and out the kitchen within minutes.....Click the title to read moreck the title to read more

A honeydew melon, pineapple lemongrass juice is perfect with any thing that is salty, tart, sweet & spicy. As we fire up the grill, corn can be prepared in various scrumptious methods.  I found an article on the Cooking Channel site titled Corn On The Cob, 10 Ways. The suggested grilling methods to preparing corn had me thinking about the perfect juice to pair with corn.  Since it's summer, sweetness and balance is in order to blend nicely with grilled corn on the cob. Read More

Food pairing with juices is one of the wonderful essences to being a foodie that I enjoy the most.  Lately, my body has felt a bit run down from working so hard and neglecting the fundamentals of nurturing my body from the inside out.  

This recipe I have enjoyed over the past few years for the flavor and the benefits of eating dandelion.  Yes, I am talking about the herb / weed you probably discard from your flower bed or lawn.  This food is exceptionally high in protein, potassium, calcium, sodium and vitamin A.  All the nutrients my body needs to feel revitalized.  I must tell you it is important to use baby dandelion they are less bitter.  The hot sweet vinaigrette dressing manage to counteract the bitter herb... (Read More) 

I made this salad a few days ago, refreshingly light and with just the right amount of zest for a perfect summer food pairing experience. This salad pairs beautifully with a cold glass of carrot orange juice or a honey dew melon juice infused with lemongrass, yum!! 

What makes this pairing delicious is the perfect balance of citrus flavors found in both the salad dressing and the juices. The juices facilitate a vibrancy enhancing the dining experience.  As the watermelon complements the peppery arugula with a perfectly balance of bright freshness to the spicy green, the cheese provides just the right amount of saltiness to quicken the satisfying burst of flavor provided by the watermelon.  Try the combination of juices with this salad for a perfect summer dining experience.  Recipe to try: Arugula Watermelon Salad, Food Network

Now that summer is here, trying to stay cool is a pleasure.  Finding the right food to boost your energy and keep the body cool is the preferred choice.  I found this scrumptious fruit salad created by Chef Cheewinsiriwat of Chiva-Som a luxury health resort in Hua Hin (Thailand)....