04th March 2011
Leading a healthy and balanced and meatless lifestyle is not as difficult as some would like to believe. All you really have to do is remove meat from your food plan and substitute those bad meat products with wholesome and natural plant based proteins l...
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04th March 2011
You can never have too many vegetarian bean recipes. Beans are a great source of protein for vegetarians and vegans and can be prepared in a variety of ways. Try this simple one-pot Vegetarian Cajun Red Beans and Rice Recipe tonight for dinner.
As a ...
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22nd October 2010
We are all striving to lead healthier lifestyles. It is not always easy and what usually separates the ones who are actually healthy from the ones who only dream about being healthy are two things; knowledge and a plan. As you may have heard, becoming a...
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13th October 2010
These days, we all should be concerned about our health and seeking out small changes we can make to turn unhealthy habits in to healthy ones. Think about this for a second, 1 out of 3 people suffer from disorders like hypertension, diabetes, heart troubl...
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13th October 2010
There are numerous amounts of people converting to vegetarianism by choice. It could be due to health reasons, combating obesity or simply for the love and respect for their fellow mammals and animals. Whatever the inspiration, it goes without saying that...
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23rd September 2010
Vegetarian cooking does not have to be complicated. In fact, it can be very fun, educational and liberating. To know that you have just cooked a delicious and healthy meatless meal for your family can give you the boost of confidence you need to tackle ...
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15th September 2010
Plants and humans have a lot in common. Not to mention that both humans and plants are living forces of matter, but both humans and plants are made up of the same organic material and substances. It is no wonder vegetables and other plants are good for ...
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06th September 2010
All food pyramids are not created equal. The beloved “USDA Food Pyramid" that we all grew up with and were reminded of every single day in school, does not quite satisfy the nutritional needs and desires of vegetarians and vegans. Two reasons why many p...
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17th August 2010
Believe it or not, I was not born a vegetarian. I had to work hard at it and I did take baby steps. I didn’t just jump right into the vegetarian lifestyle. I began eliminating meat from my diet at the age of 12. I had to figure it out (and I am still t...
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09th August 2010
Seitan, what exactly is it? If you don't know what this wheat gluten is and how you can incorporate it into your vegetarian diet, do not worry. I have been walking the meatless path for the past 17 years and I just discovered the versatility and delicio...
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10th June 2010
If you read the article "How To Gain More Energy By Eating Less Food - The Power of A 6 Day Vegetarian Fast" or you are the end of another fasting regime, then you are probably itching to start adding foods back in to your diet.
You don't want to sho...
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26th November 2009
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Since I am not a dietitian or doctor, I must say this first. Before starting any fast or diet plan, please consult your physician. Okay, now that I have made that disclaimer; eliminating certain foods from your ...
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10th November 2009
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Unfortunately, stress, a chemical response to certain triggers and events in life, impacts almost all of us one way or another. There are some individuals who have discovered ways to manage and even eliminate stres...
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30th October 2009
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If you are a vegetarian or vegan then you are pretty familiar with Tofu. This soybean protein, is my preferred vegetarian protein. As a veteran vegetarian, I can truly appreciate the flexible flavors and preparati...
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