The Truth About Cholesterol: Myth versus Fact
Figuring out the best way to handle your cholesterol is important for anyone who wants to live a long, healthy life. Statistics say 71 million American adults (33.5%) have high cholesterol levels. And less than half of that number are currently getting treatment. In addition, high cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart health […]
10 Vegan Foods High In Sodium (a few may really surprise you!)
When putting together a diet, sodium is something you want to try to steer clear of. And for good reason: on average, adults are eating far more of it than they should. To put it in perspective, according to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), you should be eating less than 2,300 mg sodium daily.1 […]
Amazing Buckwheat: A Seed? A Grain? And Is It Gluten-Free?
Buckwheat isn’t the easiest food to categorize. It’s kind of a grain, kind of not. In fact, many consider it an ancient grain. But, technically, it’s a seed. And this seed is just starting to get traction in the U.S. even though it’s been used for centuries in other countries. Buckwheat can be processed as […]
Vegan Meal Planning 101: Tips For A Successful Plant-Based Diet
The amount of people choosing to follow a vegan diet has increased significantly in recent years. The choice is made for different reasons… usually out of concern for animals or for health reasons. From celebrity endorsements to an online culture of blogs and videos, this is a golden age of resources for the vegan community. […]
10 Surprising Benefits of Flaxseed
Flaxseed has been used for thousands of years as a food source. But it’s also been used as a medicine to help with certain digestive issues. Whether you sprinkle ground flax on your food, or take seed oil from the plant in capsule form, flaxseed has been shown to deliver many important health benefits. Here […]
The Amazing Benefits of Sage Herbs for Hair, Skin & Health
When you think of sage, it’s easy to think of the great flavor and aroma it adds to your cooking. It’s a classic in hearty fall foods, after all. But maybe it comes as a surprise that sage can add more than flavor to your life. In fact, adding sage to your health and beauty […]
Ultimate Vegan Shopping List: How to Kickstart Your Plant-Based Diet
As of 2013, 2.5% of the United States population identified themselves as vegans. There are tons of reasons people choose to be vegan, but one universal reason is simply — it’s a plant-based diet. Plant-based diets are a good way to remedy some of the issues traditional Western diets can cause. Today, so many people […]
Vegan vs. Vegetarian – Is One Healthier Than The Other?
Why do people choose to follow a plant-based diet? For some, it’s based on religion. For others, it’s a moral concern about the treatment of animals used for food. Even if these aren’t major concerns for you, it may still be worth looking into these types of diets, and incorporating vegan and vegetarian meals into […]
Why Cultured Veggies Are Great For Your Health (and a recipe!)
Packed with important nutrients and low in calories, vegetables should be a regular feature on everyone’s dinner plate. But, what if you knew that there was a way to get even more out of your vegetables? More nutrients equal better health, so it sounds like a no-brainer, right? And with that, let’s talk about fermented […]
Eat Your Water: Load Up On These Incredibly Hydrating Foods
It may not look like it, but we’re all made of water. The brain and heart are 73 percent water The lungs are about 83 percent water The skin contains 64 percent water Your muscles and kidneys are 31 percent water Your bones are 31 percent water And our blood is a whopping 90 percent […]