Shon Lomax

Food Triggers and Cravings: The Not So Fab Five

I don’t know about you but I’ve noticed that my food cravings tend to get ridiculously out of control whenever my eating or workout routine becomes a little off-centered. Life gets busy and sometimes I get lazy. Ever have that all too familiar conversation with yourself

Is It Too Late For Our Microwave Society?

“Where’s everybody going?” says Bette Midler’s character in The Rose. I’d like to know too. It bothers me that we as a society always seem to be in a hurry. Where the hell is everybody going? Is there some great concert on a magical hill being headlined by some of the greatest now gone? Am I the…

Fave L.A. Hang Spots

1. Venice Beach The vibe is crazy cool. Skaters, surfers, bikers, graffiti artists, ball players, vendors, musicians, dancers, singers and muscled enthusiasts. Boardwalk eateries and the smell of kettle corn layer the air.

Meatless Monday: Hey! Kids

Wanna get your kids in on the fun of going meatless at least once a week? Well, the next time you’re in the grocery store swing over to the frozen food section and grab some of their favorites.

After Trayvon: Now What?

By: Shon Lomax July 18, 2013

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I really don’t know what to say anymore. About anything. To anyone. There is a constant tapping going on inside my head. Reminding me that the drums are not dead. The more chanting we do the less action is taken. Has no one the answer for a life of such contradiction?

My Fave Recovery NutriShake

Love my Nutribullet! It’s not a juicer. It’s an extractor.

Meatless Monday: Subway

On the go? Too hot for your usual burger and fries?

Cafe Gratitude

Recently dropped in Cafe Gratitude to snag a vegan bite or two.Needless to say I was impressed. Not only was the decor simple yet elegant, the vibe was cool. From the hostess at the door to my very laid back server everybody seemed to be on chill mode. Which

Kick Your Kitchen Into Shape This Summer

Most of us set unrealistic goals for our lives. We want change. A new life. Yet we cling to our old one and all its bad habits like a rag doll caught in a rainstorm. This also applies to how and what we eat.

Soy Over the Veggie Grill

I use to love eating at The Veggie Grill. My fave location was the one in El Segundo. “I left my wallet in El Segundo…” Sorry, couldn’t help it. When I heard they were opening one near The Grove I flipped with joy. Finally I could have a burger without someone having a cow.