Our Take

Eat a Rainbow: The Power of Colorful Nutrition

January 14, 2025

"Eating a rainbow" is a simple yet effective guideline for a balanced diet. It involves including fruits and vegetables of different colors in your meals, each color representing unique nutrients and health benefits. Think of it as nature’s palette for optimal nutrition: red tomatoes, orange carrots, yellow peppers, green spinach, blue blueberries, and purple eggplants.

Closing the Year: A Word of Gratitude for 2024

December 24, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we at Green Hydrant are taking a moment to reflect, recharge, and most importantly, thank YOU for being part of our year!

From bringing us thoughtful souvenirs from your travels to opening up about your personal journeys, you remind us that Green Hydrant is so much more than a juice business — it is a community. Your kindness and generosity have brightened our year, and we are so thankful for each one of you.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO): What It Is, Its Benefits, and How to Choose the Best

October 25, 2024

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is often hailed as the gold standard of oils in the culinary world, and for good reason. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this unrefined oil has been a cornerstone of Mediterranean diets for centuries, contributing to both the taste and health benefits of countless dishes. But what exactly is EVOO, why is it beneficial, and how can you ensure you're getting the best quality?

Aging: What You Need to Know in Your 40s and 60s

October 17, 2024

Recent research from Stanford Medicine shows that aging is not a slow, gradual process. Instead, our bodies undergo two distinct periods of accelerated aging—one around the age of 44 and another around age 60. During these phases, significant molecular changes occur, affecting everything from metabolism and cardiovascular health to muscle and skin function.

Understanding Fatty Liver: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

September 11, 2024

Fatty liver, or hepatic steatosis, occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver. While some fat in the liver is normal, too much can lead to liver inflammation, scarring, and in severe cases, liver failure. The good news is that fatty liver in its early stages can often be reversed with lifestyle changes, particularly by focusing on diet and exercise.