Perfect Day For Some Lemonade!

Louisiana Lemonade J.R.I.N.C. 

Purified water, organic lemon juice, organic lime juice, organic cane juice, organic cane juice and vanilla extract.

Satisfaction Guaranteed!

BBQ Chicken Skewers, Seasoned Sweet Corn, and Sauteed Spinach Leaf = good eating and lots of smiles. 

Lunch Time!

Another lovely customer minutes before digging into one of our signature chicken wraps and sweet potato fries. 

Chlorophyll

Why a post on chlorophyll? Because most of the HLS menu consist of this powerful substance. Chlorophyll is the only substance in nature that has the same  molecular structure as human blood. In fact it is known as the life blood of plants, and it is this life blood that makes chlorophyll so beneficial to the human body. Whether it is our Kiwi Green Tea J.R.I.N.C., our delicious salads, or our tasty green leaf vegetable sides, we at HLS understand the importance of chlorophyll and all its properties. We listed a few reasons why below. 

• Anti Carcinogenic: Chlorophyll protects against a whole host of carcinogens found in fungus-laden foods such as nuts and grains, the toxins from cooked meats, and air-borne carcinogens (from pollution). It blocks the metabolism in the body of harmful chemicals known as procarcinogens that damage DNA. Studies published in the journals Carcinogenesis and Food and Chemical Toxicology clearly display that chlorophyll inhibits carcinogenesis.
• Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory: containing high levels of the vitamins A, C and E, chlorophyll has strong antioxidant capacity and has also been found to help reduce inflammation.
• Chelation of Heavy Metals: chlorophyll is one of the most important chelates in nature. It’s ability to bind to and remove toxic heavy metals such as mercury makes it an extremely powerful healer. I’m about to have four mercury fillings removed, and you can bet that I will be getting PLENTY of chlorophyll into my body after the procedure!
• Antiseptic: while chlorophyll doesn’t actually have antiseptic properties of its own, it, quite remarkably, DOES have the ability to aid our body’s tissue in destroying germs. By strengthening tissue, it increases the disease resistance of cells and, at the same time, prevents the growth of bacteria!
• Treats Bad Breath: This one is a real bonus and really works! Chlorophyll has a double-action remedy for bad breath. Firstly, as a deodoriser, it will eliminate odours in the mouth and throat, but secondly (and more importantly) it promotes a healthy digestive tract – which is the primary reason for bad breath. 
• Rapid Delivery of Magnesium: this has a highly alkalising effect on the body and helps to deliver much needed oxygen to cells and tissues.
• Contains vitamin K, C, folic acid, iron, calcium, protein: which are all also essential in building and repairing red blood cells and boosting our immune system.

Source: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2009/02/11/health-benefits-of-liquid-chlorophyll/

Kiwi Green Tea J.R.I.N.C.

J.R.I.N.C. was born from two ideas: 1) juices should actually taste like what they are called and 2) juice ingredients should not sound like science formulas. We believe in the truth of flavor. For us it's simply about being real. The Kiwi Green Tea is made using only six ingredients; purified water, organic green tea, kiwi puree, organic lime juice, organic cane juice, and chlorophyll. 

Why Kale?

The extraordinary high nutritional value of green leaf vegetables are without question one of the main reasons why we at HLS are advocates for the green. They are a rich source of minerals, vitamins, and phytonutrients including beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. There is however perhaps no other green leaf vegetable that is as powerful or is as nutritionally potent as Kale. At HLS we not only serve Kale as  one of our delicious vegetable sides, it is also a key ingredient in many of our "signature" fresh squeezed juices. In case you wanted to know why, we provided you with nine good reasons below.

• Versatile, sweet Kale is widely recognized as an incredibly nutritious vegetable for its low fat, no cholesterol and powerful anti-oxidant properties.
  
  
• Kale, like other members of the brassica family, contains health promoting phytochemicals, sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol that protect against prostate and colon cancers.
  
  
• Di-indolyl-methane (DIM), a metabolite of indole-3-carbinol has been found to be an effective immune modulator, anti-bacterial and anti-viral agent through its action of potentiating "Interferon-Gamma" receptors.
  
  
• Borecole is very rich source of ß-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. These flavonoids have strong anti-oxidant and anti-cancer activities. Beta carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body.
  
  
• Zeaxanthin, an important dietary carotenoid, is selectively absorbed into the retinal macula lutea in the eyes where it is thought to provide antioxidant and protective light-filtering functions. Thus, it helps prevent retinal detachment and offers protection against "age related macular degeneration disease" (ARMD) in the elderly.
  
  
• It is very rich in vitamin A, 100 g leaves provide 512% of RDA. Vitamin A is required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin and is also essential for vision. Foods rich in this vitamin offer protection against lung and oral cavity cancers.
  
  
• It is one of the excellent vegetable sources for vitamin-K; 100 g provides about 700% of recommended intake. Vitamin K has potential role bone health by promoting osteotrophic (bone formation and strengthening) activity. Adequate vitamin-K levels in the diet helps limiting neuronal damage in the brain; thus, has established role in the treatment of patients suffering fromAlzheimer's disease.
  
  
• This leafy vegetable is notably good in many B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, vit.B-6 (pyridoxine), thiamin, pantothenic acid, etc that are essential for substrate metabolism in the body.
  
  
• It is also rich source of minerals like copper, calcium, sodium, potassium, iron, manganese and phosphorus. Potassium in an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure by countering effects of sodium. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase. Iron is required for cellular oxidation and red blood cell formation.
  
  Source: http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/kale.html

Linda Street @ HLS

One of our favorite regulars Linda Street from Dress for Success enjoying a Mixed Berry J.R.I.N.C. @ HLS Montclair!

Bring Spring In @ HLS

Despite what is going on outside, spring is officially here, and nothing compliments this season more than a delicious smoothie. From the Pineapple Banana Banger, to the famous Mo Bay, our large selection of smoothies are the perfect way to start, continue, or end the day. Here are just a few of HLS's signature smoothies. 

Spicy Icy: Mangos, banana and ginger

Mixed Berry Mantra: Strawberries, blackberries, rasberries, blueberries, banana and organic cane juice

Classic Strawberry Banana: Strawberries, banana and organic cane juice

Pineapple Mango Tango: Pineapples, mangos and organic cane juice

Mo Bay: Mango, strawberry, pineapple and organic cane juice

Pineapple Banana Banger: Pineapple, banana and organic cane juice