April 2019 Update: Biorna Quantics has closed down operations.  When it comes to anyone looking to transform their lives by getting stronger and leaner, Biorna Quantics is at the forefront of a quantified approach to health in Hong Kong.…
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All the single-use plastic household, food and personal care items mentioned below end up in our landfills or our oceans. They are causing irreparable damage to our planet, our wildlife and our health. Investing in replacements means saving…
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There are so many decisions to make when you're expecting, and how to diaper your baby is an important one. Before you run off, may we say cloth diapers have come a long way from generations past! The reusable diapers of today make it…
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Live Zero's doors opened barely four days ago and already Hong Kong's first 100% plastic packaging free, full range bulk grocery store has made a big splash. The teaser video we shared on Facebook has gone viral with hundreds of thousands…
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These days, practically everything you buy from the grocery store comes packaged in some way, shape or form - be it cardboard, paper, plastic or the dreaded styrofoam. And with scary studies coming out about all the ways plastic can…
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Pollution is a killer, Argentina embraces veganism and dark chocolate is officially a health food...
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With summer in full swing, the time to suit up your skin to fight the rising intensity of the sun is now. Now that you know how to choose natural sunscreens, you'll be able to sift through store shelves confidently. And if those products…
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What to eat in order to feel like your best self can be a complicated matter. There's a lot of nutritional information out there and it's hard to know what foods are right for you. This is where a good nutritionist can help. Nutritionists…
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As our precious planet grapples with the existential threat of climate change and environmental decay, the silver lining in this rather gloomy outlook lies in our future: the millennial generation. Contrary to preconceived notions that…
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SpiceBox Organics has quietly rolled out a new signature spring café menu that has us shouting from the rooftops with glee. Filled with fresh, nutritious recipes, there is something on the menu for all types of hungry healthsters alike:…
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Our global coffee addiction is nowhere near abating with the artisanal coffee movement growing strong but milk continues to be an issue. Lots of us can't take dairy, and for years soy milk stepped in to save the day. In fact, soy has become…
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It's that time of the year again, when experts all over share their predictions for the biggest trends in every industry. Green Queen spends a fair share of her time staying up to date on everything health & wellness, reading just about…
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Veganuary is a plant-based phenomenon that started in the UK in 2014 and is now a massive global movement. Here's the non-profit movement's mission in their own words: "Veganuary aims to reduce the suffering of animals by inspiring and…
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Remember when you didn't understand what all the fuss about smoothies was about? It used to be that smoothies and blenders were the purview of health nuts. Today, a breakfast smoothie is commonplace, everyone's got a Vitamix and smoothie…
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What Is Protein? Protein is one of the three macronutrients that provide energy, aka calories, for the body. The other two macronutrients are fats and carbohydrates. Each gram of protein contains 4 calories, as compared to a…
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Meeting raw vegan super chef Matthew Kenney was definitely high on Green Queen's bucket list, so we are more than a little thrilled to be sharing our exclusive interview with this plant-based legend. Matthew has a long and lauded career…
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Thanks to our other jobs as co-founders of Ekowarehouse, a global B2B trade platform for certified organic and ecolabel products, we get to attend awesome natural and organic product trade shows all over the world. Since we are total…
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Editor's Note: This roundup has been updated on May 30 2018. If you are up to date on our health & wellness trend predictions, then you may recall we named 2016 the year of the bowl. And of all the types of bowl foods out…
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Located on High Street in trendy Sai Ying Pun, new homewares and decor shop Thorn & Burrow has managed to curate a truly astonishing selection of items from all four corners of the globe. They stock homewears such as cushions, rugs,…
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The green world can be daunting for the fashionistas among us. Fashion is not just about how things are made. Aesthetics and design are paramount and frankly, it's long been a hemp fabric and shapeless tunic affair... However, the…
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One of the biggest challenges when following a plant-based diet is ensuring you get enough protein regularly. Turns out, it's easy if you know where to look! Below we list the top ten healthiest plant-based protein sources for all you…
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