What is protein? Protein is found throughout the body—in muscle, bone, skin, hair, and virtually every other body part or tissue.
More and more food companies are coming out with vegan products. But are they healthy? And, more importantly, do they taste good? We’ve looked at dozens of vegan brands on the market for bread, pasta, cereal, cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Read our blog on Vegan Brands to Shop for to see what made this list!
Have you heard of macro counting? I have been seeing this pop up a lot on social media these days, as well as lots of conversation about how much carbohydrate, protein and fat we should be eating. Let’s delve into macro counting so you can better understand what it is and if it’s right for you!
If you’re on the vegan diet path already, or are looking to make a dietary change to benefit personal health and the health of the planet, you’ll find the recipes below to be helpful in your sustainable goals. These recipes were hand-picked because of how easy they are to make.
Whether you’re turning vegetarian/vegan or simply trying to cut down on meat, it can be worth exploring a few plant-based alternatives.
These alternatives can help to capture the texture or flavor of real meat to help satisfy that craving, while also containing the protein you need.
In my most recent post, I mention 4 nutrients that are important to consume daily. All of these play important roles in maintaining health.
A good quality breakfast can give you lots of important nutrients, such as heart-healthy fat, protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals.
what is the best way to make the most of the hot, sunny days ahead if not organizing a BBQ or garden party?!
And no, throwing a party and enjoying yourself does not mean that you are messing up your healthy diet or giving up on your health and weight loss goals. However, if you wish to make a party as healthy as possible, learn about the healthiest (and simplest!) recipes to share with your friends.
Are bagels vegan? The short answer is no, they aren’t always vegan. However, there’s a way around it, so keep reading! One great thing about being able to make your own homemade bagel is that you get to control what goes into them, which means they’ll generally be healthier too. You don’t need any special ingredients either – just some flour, yeast, and a few others!
Plant-based diets have some special characteristics. Plant-based diets have received a lot of attention recently, and this is for good reason! For ethical reasons or because they want to improve their health, more and more people are turning to plant-based diets. Vegetarian diets are rising in popularity because they have been shown to help reduce the risks of heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, and type II diabetes. In addition, vegetarian cooking is also easy for a family or large gathering because it requires less preparation time than meat-based dishes do.
The vegan diet is touted for being healthy for the body and the planet, and some of those who have gone vegan report weight loss, glowing skin, and lots of energy. When thinking of a vegan diet, images of fruits and vegetables come to mind easily. You might think of going vegan as being “on a diet”, as you might think you are going to cut your calories.
