People ask me all the time for recommendations. Whether its products, services or just how-to advice, the answers are always the same.

So, here are your answers.

This is the stuff I use every single day. Email me with any questions.

Most popular recommendations

Vitamix: My Vitamix blender is my #1 recommended health and wellness tool. Why? It makes silky smooth smoothies. It makes cold food hot. And, it cleans itself. I use mine EVERY SINGLE DAY to make complete meals in seconds. No, they’re not cheap. But there’s really nothing like ’em.
Click here to see what I mean.

Bluehost: Getting myself a domain was the first thing I did when starting this site. Why? The longer a domain (yourcleversite.com) has been “alive”, the better it gets ranked by Google. Bluehost makes it super easy to lock in a domain name for free.
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Blenders

• Vitamix: They are the Cadillac of blender companies.  I have a Professional Series 750 and use it daily. (See my index of Vitamix guides)
• Blendtec: They are the Mercedes of blender companies.  The Designer Series model is only available online. (Get best price plus $25 off shipping here)

Juicers

If you are thinking of getting a juicer, read this:

Juicing vs Green Smoothies

Protein

• Vega protein:These plant-based protein powders are terrific. They’re the ONLY powdered protein I’ll put into my body. Free shipping on orders over $100.
• Egg Whites International: While I usually get cartons from Trader Joe’s, I’ve order egg whites from these guys. Delivery service is great, and if you don’t need organic, these are great.

Books

• The China Study:  This book summarizes the mind-blowing findings from the 10-year, Oxford-backed, study on the connection between nutrition and heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.  I’m not a vegan as a result of reading, but it immediately changed my life forever.
• Wheat Belly:  I thought this book was boring, but absolutely worth reading if you need inspiration to eat less bread.
• Switch:  This book is the #1 reason for my success.  So, so good.

Blogging for beginners

• Bluehost: Easiest, most cost-effective and highly trusted way to start a website. Three clicks and you’re done.
• Ask LINY: Horse before the carriage. Get yourself a domain, first. The rest is easy and I’m happy to help.

Web optimization

• Dedicated hosting: While the first version of this site wasn’t on Bluehost, I wish it was. The other guy wasn’t able grow with me. Contact me if you want info on how to get a website that’s as fast as this one.
• Crazy egg: Heatmaps have helps me a ton to understand where “the action” is on this site. I started with a free trial and you can, too.

Publishing

• Grammarly: This is the grammar and spell check that ACTUALLY knows English. All my posts (and important emails) go through Grammarly being sent into the universe. Highly recommended.