HUNTINGTON PARK – Cities throughout the Southeast are joining in on this wave of introducing new, creative, and innovative culinary options, and Huntington Park is no exception.

One of HP’s pride-and-joy businesses is Root of Life Juicery. Root of Life is the city’s one-stop health food source, boasting a wide assortment of natural pressed juices and one-of-a-kind food creations. 

ROL’s juice selection includes popular mainstays like Turmeric Tonic, Nature’s Flu Shot, and Almond Milk Horchata. Each juice not only tastes great, but also has tremendous health benefits; the Turmeric Tonic is perfect for inflammation, Nature’s Flu Shot is a great pick-me-up when you feel the flu or a cold coming on, and you can always count on any of their green juices for a quick and tasty detox. 

ROL’s juices can also be made into a smoothie, for a filling meal on the go.

Their juices alone would be enough of a reason to check these guys out. However, they also take food to a whole new level. ROL’s fruit bowls are made with organic ingredients, including strawberries, bananas, acai berries, cacao, and coconut. 

For those in a breakfast mood, you can’t go wrong with their vegan waffles; large portions and a vast fruit assortment make this dish satisfying and guilt-free.

Owner Robert Valdez initiated ROL’s mission by working the local farmers markets in Huntington Park, South Gate, Downey, and Bixby Knolls. It was through this exposure that Valdez saw a need to expand and lay down roots (pun intended) at a physical location. 

And so, in March 2017, ROL’s Huntington Park location was opened. Valdez’s hope is that his business will inspire others to not only eat healthy, but to effect change in their communities by demanding healthier food options. 

Root of Life Juicery is located at 2925 E Florence Ave. in Huntington Park. They are open Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.