After taking several hours to read up on Salvia hispanica L. I am astonished that it hasn’t already officially replaced flax as the “Newest and Coolest Staple Seed”. But no doubt it will if the research and anecdotal evidence continues to pour in the way it is presently. That being said be forewarned that although small, this stuff packs a big punch and could even bring about harmful side…
I travel a lot so I follow these tips to make sure I eat healthy while on the road. We asked our Facebook community for their advice and tips for how to eat healthy while traveling and they gave us so many great suggestions! Research and Plan Before I leave for my trip I get on HappyCow to see what vegan-friendly restaurant options I have available in each destination. I…
Vegans Have Cleaner Basements As Vegans, you’ve all been grilled on how you get your protein. Perhaps you’re sick of being asked, but I actually think it’s still a good question. Most people don’t know what to do and even feel paralyzed by the idea of changing their food habits to reflect less reliance on animals. For their entire lives they’ve decided their dinner menu based first on what meat…
Hi! Here’s another Meatless Monday recipe to tantalize your taste buds and get you cooking this cruelty-free meal in your kitchen. This week’s Meatless Monday recipe is contributed by our friend, Leigh-Chantelle from Viva la Vegan! a website with a large range of vegan recipes that focuses on positive information, education and vegan outreach. Ingredients: 2 kale leaves, torn apart ½ mango, diced (use juice as well) ½ avocado, diced…
As you may know, vegan actress Jessica Chastain has been nominated for an Oscar for her supporting role in the movie “The Help”. By the way, “The Help” is terrific movie that you must see! I love how some people stick to their values! Chastain is proof of that by having the “fried chicken” on the film be made out of tofu! Furthermore, she is notorious for having to add…
It is recommended that babies and toddlers eat plenty of iron-rich and protein-rich foods. And if a baby is vegan/vegetarian, then many recommend an iron supplement. I do not believe in supplements and found an easy way to make sure that my vegetarian toddler is getting enough protein, calcium, iron and other important nutrients. I simply grind nuts and seeds and add to apple puree. Nuts for Babies Nuts and…
Hi! Here’s another Meatless Monday recipe to tantalize your taste buds and get you cooking this cruelty-free meal in your kitchen. This week’s Meatless Monday recipe is contributed by our friend, Leigh-Chantelle from Viva la Vegan! a website with a large range of vegan recipes that focuses on positive information, education and vegan outreach. Ingredients: 2 avocados 1 carrot, grated dash of lemon juice sprinkle of cracked black pepper Method:…
Unless you have children you might not be altogether comfortable with an open discussion about your bowels and what comes out of them. Thankfully, I had already potty-trained one child by the time I met with a Naturopath who spent at least 10 minutes asking me questions about and around this very subject. Thank goodness our meeting wasn’t over lunch! This was about 5 years ago when my problematic uterine…
In the most basic terms optimal health is “being your best with what you’ve been given”. Sounds good right? Day in and day out as I live my life, this is ultimately what I want but some days and years I’m more there than others. But if there’s ever a New Year’s Resolution worth making, this would be it. With a subject as complex as this one, I’ll just give…
You may have heard that B12 injections are the (not so new) energy and metabolism booster for vegans and carnivores alike. Promises of weight loss and greater athletic performance are also in the mix, which of course is music to most people’s ears. But is it all it’s cracked up to be and is it worth the money? Let’s look at some facts as well as some here say and…
Today’s Meatless Monday post comes from Kelly at Kindfood in Ontario. Their food is wholesome, nutritious and delicious! They hold a strong 5 Stars on HappyCow! Check out the interview we did with the owners a few weeks ago. They share one of their customer favorites, the Buddha Bowl, filled with all kinds of goodness. BUDDHA BOWL (Gluten Free and Vegan) Serves 4-6 This recipe is so easy!! There’s no…
Let’s start this off with a disclaimer: I am not a medical health professional. What I’m sharing with you today is information that has been carefully researched and referenced from leading authorities in North America, such as the USDA. But ultimately, your doctor knows where it’s at, and this article is not a substitution for his or her medical advice. Do you live in the warm tropics where sunlight…
July 4th is just around the corner! Have you planned what you are making for your holiday party? Many of you will be around the grill this 4th of July and want to bring some heart-healthy vegan dishes to share with friends. Did you know that HappyCow has a recipe section on the site? You will find recipes labeled by type and you can find a new ethnic dish to…