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Cow’s Milk Causes Iron Deficiency in Children
Having healthy blood is particularly important when it comes to the health of growing babies. Although there are different kinds of anemia, the most common form is low-iron anemia. According to the National Institute of Health, staying away from cow’s milk is a good defense to avoid low-iron anemia in children: …(read more)
Posted in: Health Issues, Nutrition for Vegans
Simple Vegan Sushi
April 4, 2011
Who says that sushi has to have animal products? Vegan sushi makes for a delicious, filling and nutritious meal without all the cholesterol, fat and toxins that come with fish. Sushi is usually made with nori; a seaweed that is loaded with iron, has plenty of protein, vitamins, calcium and other beneficial minerals.* For more […]
Posted in: Recipes for Busy Vegans, What do Vegans Eat?
Easy-to-Grow Veggies in Your Kitchen
February 28, 2011
When it comes to having healthy, organic, year-round greens at your fingertips, there are few foods that can compete with the ease of growing sprouts in your kitchen. Sprouts provide numerous health benefits ranging from improving the immune system to being a great source of active antioxidants.
Posted in: Product Reviews, Recipes for Busy Vegans
Dairy Products Linked to Early Menstruation in Young Girls
February 21, 2011
There have been many questions on the subject of feeding young children cow’s milk long past the age when they would normally stop drinking their own mother’s breast milk. Not surprisingly, a study was released this past week linking cow’s milk to early menstruation in young girls. Drinking fairly large quantities of the beverage over […]
Posted in: Health Issues
Vegan Diet for a Better Love Life
February 14, 2011
With all the information we hear about dietary habits and health, it is surprising how seldom the connection is made between food choices and sexual performance. If you have been on a plant-based diet for any amount of time, you probably take your robust energy level for granted. But for many who are still […]
Posted in: Health Issues, Social Situations for Vegan Adults
Easy Vegan Nutrition Check
December 30, 2010
You may wonder how to sift through all the competing facts and fiction to find out exactly how nutritious a vegan diet is. Some sources say that it is low in protein, others say it lacks important vitamins and minerals. Who do you listen to, your doctor? A nutritionist? The health food store vitamin expert? […]
Posted in: Health Issues, Nutrition for Vegans
98% Vegan
December 9, 2010
Nobody is 100% anything all of the time, and the same works in reverse: no one is 100% NOT something, either. Even determined meat-eaters are known to eat vegan fare on occasion...(read more...)
Posted in: Social Situations for Vegan Adults
Signs of Failing Health
November 30, 2010
Have you seen them? I first noticed one in a ladies room at a mall just north of Boston. I could hardly believe my eyes. I mentioned it to a friend who then asked if the mall was located in a bad neighborhood. It wasn’t…
Posted in: Health Issues
Six Snack Suggestions for Easy Vegan Travel
October 22, 2010
My son and I did some traveling recently, so I had to stock up on vegan snack foods. Since my 7-year-old is pretty particular about what he eats, I thought I would mention some of his and my favorites that work well on a trip. (Read more…)
Is Your Kitchen Safe?
August 11, 2010
When people ask me why I don’t eat meat, I often think about Stephanie Smith. You may recall that her story was on the front page of the New York Times last year. She is the young woman who became paralyzed for life at the age of 22 from eating a hamburger patty. Now that […]
Posted in: Health Issues
When Others Dis Your Diet
June 5, 2010
IT IS GOING TO HAPPEN…someone will question your plant-based diet in a manner that makes you feel uncomfortable. It is just part of life. It may be your mother-in-law or it may be your neighbor. It might even be your doctor. I am not talking about when people ask you questions out of genuine curiosity. […]
Healthy Meals on the Road
June 15, 2016
When it comes to food, every family has their favorite meals and snacks. Since we are vegan and gluten-free, our meal planning can be a challenge; especially when we’re on the road. I like to stock up on specialty items such as seaweed, tamari sauce, miso paste, all kinds of canned or dried beans, whole […]
Posted in: The Feel Good Vegan 2011, Travel Tips for Vegans
Easy Vegan Pizza Matches Varying Tastes
May 11, 2011
Pizza is an easy way to feed a wide range of tastes with one healthy dish. At my table, I seek to satisfy the palate of a 7-year-old along with those with more acquired tastes. When it comes to making pizza, I’ve found that everyone gets what they like through the careful placement of ingredients. […]
Posted in: Recipes for Busy Vegans
Vegan Diet Lowers Your Medical Expenses
May 2, 2011
Humans have been eating animal products in differing amounts throughout history. Although our digestive tracts have adapted to enable us to survive by eating a wide variety of foods, the fact is that our bodies are not designed to process large amounts of animal protein very well.[1] This is seen by the high rates of […]
Posted in: Health Issues
Cow’s Milk Linked to Infant Diabetes
April 18, 2011
Research has shown that certain infants who drink cow’s milk instead of being breastfed during their first few months of life, are more likely to get type I diabetes. In 2000, a study was done in Helsinki, Finland showing that when babies drink cow’s milk instead of being breast fed, it causes an increase of […]
Posted in: Health Issues
View of a Vegan Cupboard
March 22, 2011
Whether you are looking for a quick vegan snack to feed your kids or a tasty dish to serve some vegan friends, there are many kinds of plant-based foods that you can have handy in your cupboard to pull together a quick, nutritious meal. If you have the right ingredients within reach, it is […]
Posted in: For the Veg-Curious
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The Feel Good Vegan 
March 27, 2012
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