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Jenny Star Lor is Green Queen’s resident eco wellness writer. She is passionate about reducing her carbon footprint, loves all things fitness and enjoys tasting her way through Hong Kong’s veggie dining options. Originally from Los Angeles, she now calls Hong Kong home. Previously, she wrote and reported for global publications such as The Hollywood Reporter and US Weekly. She is also a passionate pole dancer and teaches classes across Hong Kong.

Eco Lifestyle

Eco-Friendly & Healthy Home Interiors: Hong Kong’s Top Sustainable Designers

Jenny Star Lor Nov 5, 2017 0

There are so many aspects of a home that has an impact on the environment. From building materials to low impact living (like alternative energy and water conservation), there are many interior design ideas that can be adapted to…
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Dinner

Where To Eat: Sheung Wan Vegan & Vegetarian Dining Guide

Jenny Star Lor Nov 5, 2017 0

An eclectic mix of old and new, Sheung Wan is a perfect hub for all the good eats Hong Kong has to offer. And with our fair city getting more health conscious by the day, this gateway district is becoming a destination for plant-based…
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Fitness & Working Out

Where To Workout: The Best Personal Training Gyms In Hong Kong

Jenny Star Lor Nov 5, 2017 0

It can be hard to get (or remain) motivated at the gym. If you don't know what you're doing or feel like you're not getting enough out of your exercise routine, one of the most successful ways to improve your health and fitness is by hiring…
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Drink

Hong Kong Guide: Where To Stock Up On The Best Natural Wines

Jenny Star Lor Oct 30, 2017 0

Unfiltered. Raw. As real as it gets. In wine-speak, it's called natural. Made without chemical, sulfites, and with minimal technological intervention (or low-intervention) in growing grapes, the natural wine scene has exploded in recent…
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Eco Lifestyle

Vegan Shopping Guide: 5 Cruelty-Free Online Shops That Ship Internationally

Jenny Star Lor Oct 30, 2017 0

Scrolling through social media, I love stopping to watch cute animals on The Dodo. Lovable, lighthearted, and highly shareable, it's a great outlet for animal lovers (such as myself) to watch and feel all the fuzzies. At times, emotionally…
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Health

Why DNAFit Is The Answer To Your Quantified Self – Take Control Of Your Health

Jenny Star Lor Oct 23, 2017 0

In recent years, a movement called 'Quantified Self' has been gaining ground. The idea is to use all kinds of available technology- including the latest science and medical advancements- to track and measure all the factors that lead to…
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Health

The Garden Gathering: Hong Kong Women Celebrate The Divine Feminine Over A Weekend Of Healing & Skill Sharing

Jenny Star Lor Oct 23, 2017 0

A place for women and children to take in nature's surroundings, to restore balance within each individual's relationship to the Earth and with others of like-mind, the third odyssey of The Garden Gathering returned to Hong Kong this…
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Detox & Cleanse

Kembali Forest Therapy: Can Spending Time With Trees Cure You?

Jenny Star Lor Oct 16, 2017 0

Jasmine Nunns has spent her life outdoors: exploring the woods, playing freely in nature as a youth, and seeking out Mother Earth for life's quandaries as an adult. "I would go outside whenever I had a question, when I was confused,…
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Fitness & Working Out

Born To Run: 5 Best Races For Runners In Hong Kong

Jenny Star Lor Oct 8, 2017 0

As the heat index begins to wane and the autumn breeze ushers in our favorite season, we can't help but notice the sheer number of races popping up all over Hong Kong. It seems the city is in the midst of race boom with events packed full…
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Health

Become A Life Or Executive Coach: Help People Find Their Purpose & Achieve Their Dreams

Jenny Star Lor Oct 6, 2017 0

Navigating through life can feel like being lost at sea; some days, you're drowning beneath the waves, while other days, you're dying from the thirst. Going through big life adjustments like a career change, or more regular challenges like…
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Fitness & Working Out

Plant-Based Fitness: Meet Hong Kong’s Vegan Lifting Crew

Jenny Star Lor Oct 2, 2017 0

Fitness and proper eating go hand-in-hand. As the adage goes: abs are made in the kitchen, and if you're going to train hard, you bet your buns there are going to be a lot of green veggies, an array of good carbs and high-quality lean meats…
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Dinner

Tried & Tested: Sohofama’s New All Veggie Menu (Spoiler Alert – It’s YUM)

Jenny Star Lor Oct 2, 2017 0

Food just seems to taste better when you know an establishment is looking to feed you healthy, toxin-free, locally grown ingredients that can support both the community and your body. That's been the mission of Sohofama since day one: a…
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Eco Lifestyle

Edgar Chez K11 : Hong Kong’s First Bulk Grocery Shopping Experience

Jenny Star Lor Oct 2, 2017 0

These past few years has seen a surge in the zero waste movement. Brought on by activists like Bea Johnson of Zero Waste Home, Celia Ristow of Litterless, and our hometown heroes, no-waste markets have been popping up all over the country.…
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Health

Wynd Is A Portable Personal Air Purifier The Size Of A Water Bottle, And It’s A Game Changer

Jenny Star Lor Sep 24, 2017 0

Being outdoors is fundamental to our wellbeing. The sunshine, with its boost of serotonin, cheers you up. Studies have shown that taking a walk outside could improve short-term memory. We've written about how essential being out in nature…
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Dinner

Gluten-Free Living Is Easy Thanks To Eatology’s Premium Healthy Meal Delivery

Jenny Star Lor Sep 24, 2017 0

Eating gluten-free can be tough, especially if you don't know how. Whether you're just learning to navigate restaurants or trying to cook for a gluten-intolerant loved one, let's face it, Hong Kong isn't always the ideal place to lead a…
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Breakfast

Pret A Manger Hong Kong: 10 Most Healthy Menu Picks For Busy Eaters

Jenny Star Lor Sep 24, 2017 0

A go-to for fresh, handmade foods and organic teas and coffees, Pret A Manger is one of our favorite choices for an affordable and tasty lunch. One of the reasons we are always banging on about Pret is convenience: with 20 locations across…
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Breakfast

Hong Kong Shopping Guide: Where To Buy Dairy-Free Coconut & Nut Yogurts

Jenny Star Lor Sep 17, 2017 0

As one of the oldest and most popular fermented foods, yogurt is known all over the world and has been consumed for centuries. From traditional Indian raita, to classic Persian side dish Mast-o-Khiar to über popular and having a…
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Eco Lifestyle

Hong Kong Celebrates Sustainable Fashion With EcoChic Design Awards 2017

Jenny Star Lor Sep 17, 2017 0

On September 7th the world's largest sustainable fashion design competition, the EcoChic Design Award, took to the runway its annual Grand Final Fashion Show, as they showcased 10 waste-reducing collections from fashion designers across the…
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Beauty

Natural Haircare That Actually Works: Green Queen tries NIUCOCO and loves it!

Jenny Star Lor Sep 17, 2017 0

As a woman, I place a great deal of my identity in my hair. It's my source of strength, it emboldens me when I strut around the pole studio, doing hair flips, allowing me to feel sexy and confident. It shrouds my shyness when my husband…
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Fitness & Working Out

Pure Yoga Pacific Place Opens, Raises The Bar In Hong Kong’s Wellness Scene

Jenny Star Lor Sep 11, 2017 0

As you step in through the heavy, glass doors of upscale lifestyle and shopping mall Pacific Place, Pure Yoga beckons in regal fashion: Hong Kong now boasts a new sanctuary of holistic wellness. With high ceilings, muted mood lighting, and…
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Ayurveda

Hong Kong Healthy Guide: The City’s Best Wellness Tonic Drinks

Jenny Star Lor Sep 10, 2017 0

Our city gets a bad rap for the horrible air quality, crowded streets, and workhorse mentality so it comes as no surprise that allergies, fatigue and exhaustion run rampant. While you can line up at the doctor's office and stock up your…
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