Did you know that cooking methods affect the nutritional make-up of the food you eat? Although meal prep affects the overall quality of any diet, it is more critical for plant-based diets. For example, in plant-based foods, heat breaks down and destroys 15 to 20 percent of nutrients like Vitamin C, folate, and potassium. So, the ideal …
Learn the most common types of flour and how to use them Flour is an indispensable part of baking. However, the term “flour” is generic as different recipes call for different types of flour. Just visit a supermarket and you will be amazed by the varieties of flour—all-purpose flour, cake flour, pastry flour, almond flour, …
Did you know that the body treats the stress factors as threats? So, every time you encounter a stressor or threat, the brain reacts by setting off an alarm in the body. This triggers the adrenal glands and they release stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. Adrenaline raises heart rate and blood pressure. Cortisol prepares …
Did you know that it is incredibly easy to cook vegan Asian food? One of the best things about Asian cuisines like Chinese, Japanese, and Thai is that there are tons of vegan-friendly recipes. All you need are a few Asian pantry staples and you can whip up delicious recipes from any Asian country in …
Are you fed up of eating healthy, leafy greens like kale, spinach and green herbs? Then it is perhaps time for you to explore other options, like edible and healthy greens from the oceans! Seaweed is an excellent food that is low in calories but abundant in calcium, magnesium, iron, and folate. It has been …
Whether you are a working parent, stay at home parent, caregiver, a student working full time, or working multiple jobs, you do not have to compromise healthy eating habits. Enjoying nutrient-dense food can fuel your mind and body to be the powerhouse of a human you already are! Grocery List & Meal Plans Set yourself …
The human gut is very complex and has a huge impact on whole-body health. Feeding your body nourishing food and eating mindfully can help support a healthy and happy gut! About Gut Health… Food that we ingest passes through the gastrointestinal system which starts at the mouth, goes down the esophagus (aka throat), makes its …
So, what are herbs? Glad you asked because herbs are not only tasty and savory but play a beneficial role in our health! After reading this article, you will walk away with a wealth of knowledge regarding some of the most remarkable and underestimated plants. According to the dictionary, an herb is defined as a …
Honey has been used as a natural sweetener and for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. However, it is an animal product. So, ethical vegans prefer to avoid it. You may also have to stay away from it if you are allergic to honey. Fortunately, there are a few delicious vegan alternatives for honey that can …
How often do you come across raw foods that are as tasty as they are healthy? Walnuts are rightly called the “King of nuts” as these tree nuts are incredibly nutritious and flavorful. They are one of the richest natural sources of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory nutrients, and Omega-3 fatty acids. Read on to learn more about …
For a very long time, our lives were based on convenience and cost. We are suffering the consequences of these choices today. We are now faced with environmental degradation, exploitation of resources, waste accumulation, extensive pollution, and adverse health conditions. The damage has reached such an extent that it is almost irreparable. At this stage, …
With Valentine’s day right around the corner, it is time to seriously think about the perfect gift for your loved one. And if your significant other is a vegan, it can be challenging to find an ethical, but thoughtful gift that says you care.If you are having trouble deciding what to get, let us help. …
No matter what the world’s crisis does to our winter activities, it still can’t deny us the pleasure of reading the great books! Check out our “15 Incredible Books That Everyone Should Read This Winter” Whether you are a plant-based, vegan, or simply health-conscious there is a book here for you. The books we choose to …
Chocolate is such a delicate superfood! Yes, I said superfood because pure chocolate contains a high concentration of antioxidants. Chocolate has traditionally fallen under the “dessert” category of the food pyramid, but considering chocolate is derived from cocoa grown on trees, we now understand its health properties. Most cocoa trees are grown in the tropics, …
Do the extra inches in your waistline bother you? You aren’t alone! Many men and women struggle with the problem of expanding waistlines as they grow older. For women, this problem tends to worsen as they reach menopause. Belly fat can completely ruin your appearance. However, fat accumulation in the stomach region deserves close attention …
Ever since Sir Thomas Lipton sold the first Lipton tea in Glasgow in the late 1800s, the brand name “Lipton” has been synonymous with tea. Lipton enjoys a premier position in the global tea market, with classic black tea being the brand’s most famous product. Black tea is, in fact, one of the most popular …
Most of us grew up with the traditional PB&J sandwich, and for a long time, the only nut butter we knew of was peanut butter! Now you can go through the peanut butter aisle at your local grocery store and identify many types of nut butter! Oh, how times have changed! With the increase in peanut …
Roasting vegetables without oil or butter—is it even possible? The answer is “Yes!” Most people use at least a small amount of oil or butter when roasting vegetables. This is because tossing with oil prevents the vegetables from sticking to the pan during roasting. Oil also causes the outside part of the vegetables to form …
The smell of the holiday celebrations truly comes from seasonal spices!And they are best used when appropriately paired with food that can enhance the taste of a meal. Seasonings may be small, but they are mighty! Not only do they bring flavor to our food, but they contain many great health benefits. Spices have been …
So you have leftovers, but you don’t want to eat the same food for the next five days in a row! So I will be introducing fun and creative ways for you to use leftovers for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Leftovers are convenient, fast, and easy to work with, so your taste buds don’t recognize …
