Omega 3 fatty acids play a role in every cell in the body. Omega 3 makes up cell membranes, keeps the nervous system functioning, keeps cholesterol levels in check, and staves off inflammation. There are so many health benefits associated with Omega 3 that it is no surprise how much hype the nutrient is now getting.
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Weight Loss With Vegan Diet: Why And How
Warning: This article could successfully help you achieve your 2021 resolution of weight loss. Veganism can be the game-changer for your 2018 resolution of losing weight. It has plenty (or plant-y?) of benefits, and it’s a delicious way to give your body what it needs and lose those extra-pounds at the same time. But… …
6 Classic Vegan Holiday Recipes and Year Round Cookbooks
The extra pounds in January are earned after the holiday’s hard work (as we eat holiday left-overs). If you want to eat tasty dishes and be a healthy being at the same time, this article is for you. I’ll introduce you to some delicious recipes for your Holiday dishes with a vegan twist. Scroll down …
Vegan Foods To Avoid Constipation This Season
Holidays are just around the corner, and you have to get your belly ready. Not to mention, this is the season for your aching body to have that sweet time to relax, unwind and just get away from the hectic schedule that our busy life demands. But before the gobble party and hibernation begins, let …
8 More Products That Are Surprisingly NOT Vegan
When dealing with fresh, whole foods, being a vegan is quite easy. Yet, with packaged foods and healthcare items, you need to learn a whole new language. As a result of this new language, you’ll distinguish what is and is not vegan. Dairy Free Butter? Possibly NOT Vegan Many people assume a dairy product labeled dairy free means no dairy. Dairy …
Go Green With The Right Proteins
Leading a healthy lifestyle, be it vegetarian or vegan, comes with ovation and criticism. We’ve all experienced those pesky meat-eater questions, especially the ones pertaining to protein intake. Out of nowhere people become nutritionists and are concerned for your protein intake safety. Well, I am here to debunk the false-hearted, who may need to hear …
The Vitamin D Superfood for Vegetarians and Vegans
Whether you are vegan or not, vitamin D is probably something you should be worried about. One study found that the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in the United States was 41.6%. The situation is so bad that The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition called it a pandemic. Here is what you need to know about vitamin D to make sure you are getting enough vitamin D on a plant-based diet.
A Healthy Vegan Diet NEEDS Good Fats
To keep our nutrition balanced and our bodies nourished, we must eat fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, aka plant-based, and avoid all animal products. This is something that all vegans can vehemently agree on. However, many people, both vegan and omnivorous, still believe that a healthy diet contains little to no fat. This blanket statement …
10 Vegan Hacks To Make Life Easier
Beyoncé, Ellen DeGeneres, Bill Clinton, Casey Affleck, Ellen Page. What do they all have in common? They’re all celebrities. They’re also all creative in their own right. Oh, and they’re vegan. They’re not hacks, but vegan hacks…? I’m sure they’ve used at least one of these a time or two. Vegans are inherently creative creatures, …
Is Soy Good or Bad for Us?
As a vegan, there is absolutely no reason why you have to eat soy foods like tofu, soy milk, or any of the zillion mock meat products that are soy-based. But, chances are that you will end up eating a lot of soy products as a vegan. Since soy factors so heavily into the vegan …