Many people get into a vegan lifestyle because they are concerned about the planet. They are concerned about animal cruelty. They are concerned with living a healthier lifestyle. Getting rid of animal products and embracing a more plant-based diet has...
I am of the belief that eating a diet abundant in plants and whole foods, eaten in any form (roasted, raw, grilled, micro-waved, broiled), has enriched my life and health dramatically. Cooking and preparing my foods in a variety of ways has helped me...
Salt is one of the first ingredients we learn to use when we are little. My little nieces made their way to the kitchen this way by learning to sprinkle salt on foods. We have been informed that table salt is iodized and is probably the best salt available...
Take note all vegetarians and vegans! The Chickpea, or as I know them, Garbanzo bean, is packed with: iron copper molybdenum phosphorus manganese potassium folates tryptophan antioxidants dietary fiber One and a half cups provides 134 ...
While a balanced diet is always important, your body needs a little extra help to recover properly after surgery. As a vegan, meeting your nutritional needs is different since many sources of protein that post-surgery diets recommend are from dairy or...
Everyone knows that oxidative stress can cause many diseases common in the West, such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and so on. In my nutrition class I research a wide range of plant nutrients known collectively as Vitamin P, or flavonoids. These...
What do these foods have in common? They are all sources of protein! If you're craving these foods, it could be a way of your body saying that it requires a bit more protein. The thing to do is to jumpstart your protein intake with vegan sources. Try...
The 23rd Annual Spring Garden Show in South Coast Plaza presents Growing Organic Strawberries Year-Round. The guest speaker for this seminar discusses the basic necessities of soil, water, fertilizer, and planting in containers. Moreover, other requirements...
The blog post title strikes one like it was another movie in the X-Men series. But the whole prospect is really unglamorous. Most of us already know the benefits of vermicomposting to our gardens and farms. But there's still a lot of people who may be...
(Dramatic british nature documentary voice) Behold, the humble dandelion. A plant that has struck extreme worry into the hearts of lawn owners everywhere for centuries. Watch as it lurks menacingly through the sea of not so tall grass, stalking its next...
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