Food

Coconut water, Turmeric Alive, green smoothies, kombucha… We yogis love our yoga beverages, but does your favorite post-practice refreshment throw your dosha out of balance? Ayurveda expert Ali Cramer investigates for Breathe Repeat. These days it seems there’s a new…

On a recent trip to visit some dear friends in South Florida, we hit the mat at Red Pearl Yoga in Ft. Lauderdale then stopped in to Eat the Tea Superfood Cafe to replenish. This little café is a tea lover’s dream—there’s…

So what do yoga teachers really eat? We chatted with Gabby Bernstein, Dave Romanelli, Annie Carpenter, Ana Forrest, Chelsey Korus and more at Wanderlust for the inside scoop. Truthfully, we thought everyone would say green juice, and we did hear that a lot, but we…

Spirulina is not only a nutrient-dense superfood but is often called a perfect food. Why is it so beneficial to incorporate into your diet? Spirulina, a blue-green algae that grows in alkaline lakes, contains over 65% complete protein and is a rich source…

June is National Papaya Month. Who knew?! Vegan health coach Jenné Claiborne of Sweet Potato Soul fills us in on why we should eat more papaya (even when the month is over). It’s National Papaya Month! To celebrate I’m using papaya…

Looking for an affordable way to show mom you care this Mother’s Day? We suggest bonding at a yoga class OR checking out MyYogaOnline who from May 12-31, unlocks 1000 video yoga classes that will be available to stream ……

Need a nourishing and sweet post-yoga snack? Whip up this vegan and gluten-free cookie recipe from Jenné Claiborne of Sweet Potato Soul. I’ve got a penchant for bringing my food with me wherever I go. I’m so much happier and…

We tend to think that famous yoga teachers and celebrities like Sting, who always seem so cool, calm and centered never get chocolate cravings, but according to Sting’s personal chef Joe Sponzo, that’s simply not the case. Joe says that…

What do celebrities eat at holiday parties? We asked alignyo contributor, Joe Sponzo for the inside track. As Sting and Trudie Styler’s personal chef for over 15 years, he’s helped the couple celebrate the season with festive and healthy recipes. Make Joe’s vegan…