Vegan/Vegetarian
Yogurt and Honey are a Perfect Pairing
Here is some sweet news: Researchers stationed at the University of Illinois suggest that clover honey, when mixed with yogurt, can significantly improve the survival of beneficial bacteria in our…
What Do You Think?
Longevity science is an increasingly hot topic. Many of us aspire to maintain fabulous health as we age, free from chronic disease. Perhaps going bigger on protein, and from plants…
Buy or Bye: Greens Powders
Are greens powders and similar supplements worth the hype? Or are real fruits and veggies the better choice?
What do you think? Should every one be eating a plant based diet?
More beans, less beef? Yes! A plant based diet is good for you AND the environment. Check out how to make the swap!
Eating more nitrate-rich veggies can improve brain health
What’s a nitrate and why do you need it? Eating more nitrate-rich veggies can improve brain health. Find out which vegetables are best.
5 Affordable Plant-Based Proteins to Meal Prep
Here’s how to help educate your clients on plant-based proteins and get creative with them in the kitchen.
Avoiding 7 Common Pitfalls for New Vegans
The vegan movement is gaining momentum, and it’s wonderful to see more people embracing a compassionate and eco-friendly lifestyle. However, transitioning to a vegan diet can be challenging, especially for newcomers. To help you succeed on your vegan journey, let’s explore seven common pitfalls and how you can overcome them.
Bone Fracture Risk on Plant-Based Diets
More people are turning to plant-based diets, but there is a chance this may come with a risk for weakened bones, at least in women
Strength Training, Veganism and Bone Fractures
People on a vegan diet have an increased bone fracture risk. A new study offers ways to address the risk of veganism and bone fractures.
Plant-Based Eating Pros and Cons
With plant-based eating becoming more commonplace, it’s good to know the potential nutritional advantages and disadvantages.
Plant-Based Diet and Diabetes
Adults ages 18–30 who most strongly adhered to a healthy plant-based diet were on average 48% less likely to develop diabetes.
Protein in Meat Substitutes for Muscles
Can protein in meat substitutes tilt the balance in favor of building muscle to the same degree as their genuine counterparts?
Meat Alternatives Benefit Gut Microbiota
A study published in the journal Foods suggests less meat and more vegan meat alternatives might be good for the gut microbiota.
Plant-Based Diets and Meal Timing
You’ve seen the growing number of studies on plant-based diets. Eating a plant-based meal at dinnertime may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Plant Protein for Muscle Growth
It’s long been thought that animal protein is superior for building bigger muscles, but new data shows a plant protein works just as well.
Vegetarian and Vegan Diets High in Ultraprocessed Foods
Going from meat to vegetarian or vegan diets may result in a troubling change in the types of foods people choose to add to their diets.
Bone Up on Vegan Nutrition
British scientists discovered that vegan diets lower in protein and calcium affect bone strength, increasing the risk of fracture anywhere in the body.
Have Your Beans—and Some Chicken, Too
Plant-based diets that emphasize consumption of legumes, nuts, seeds and whole grains have gained momentum for health and environmental benefits.
Meat on the Mind
Though plant-based eating seems to have all the nutrition science momentum, it’s not all doom and gloom when it comes to the health effects of eating meat.