Plant-based Nutrition
Creating a Joyful, Compassionate Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a deeply treasured holiday that brings families and friends together in celebration of a bountiful harvest, and all we have to be grateful for. Since the 1800s, …
WHOLE GRAINS
Whole grains (also called cereals) are small, hard, dry seeds that grow on grass-like plants. They are staples for most populations around the world. The most widely consumed grains are …
OPTIMAL EATING
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LEGUMES vs MEAT
LEGUMES Highest fiber foods High in phytochemicals High in antioxidants Low in fat, saturated fat Cholesterol-free Non-heme iron No hormones, antibiotics No Neu5Gc No TMAO produced Low chemical contaminants …
Budget-Wise, Plant-powered Eating
Many people who are on a budget believe that eating healthy is next to impossible. With the escalating cost of fruits and vegetables, they opt for processed foods such …
Is Soy Safe?
In my opinion, soy is not only safe, but potentially beneficial. Soy has a long history of use in Asia, and within vegetarian populations throughout …
The “Paleo” Phenomena: Facing Facts
Our culture has suddenly sprouted a reverence for all things “paleo”. Grass-fed beef, bone broth and coconut oil are hailed as the new “superfoods”. Athletes, dieters, and health seekers of …
Coconut Oil: Menace or Miracle?
Coconut Oil: Menace or Miracle? There are few foods that have been at once maligned and acclaimed as much as coconut oil. Some view it as a notorious health …
