Category: Healthy Lifestyles

Homemade Vegan Burgers this 4th of July:  Basmati Rice Burgers with Pinto Beans

Homemade Vegan Burgers this 4th of July: Basmati Rice Burgers with Pinto Beans

| July 2, 2011 | 12 Comments

This is the 4th of July weekend and it can be a little stressful for the vegan, especially when attending cookouts with family and friends.  Everyone has to grill the burgers, ribs, chicken, and hot dogs, etc. Reduce your stress, by bringing your own food.  You can also prepare one of your special dishes that [...]

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Nutritional Problems That Vegans Should Watch For

Nutritional Problems That Vegans Should Watch For

| July 1, 2011 | 20 Comments

Today we have Dr. Jupitor Chakma as our guest blogger. Vegetarians or vegans, especially pre-vegans may have some common nutritional problems, which are generally not seen among non-vegetarians. To avoid the common nutritional problems associated with eating a pure vegan diet, vegans should be watchful about their diet and nutrition. Nutritional problems among vegetarians: In [...]

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Celebrate and keep it green!

10 Ways To Have A Greener 4th of July

| June 30, 2011 | 8 Comments

Today we have Jakob Barry as our Guest Blogger! Despite the yummy hot dogs, meat, drinks, and desserts it could be said that of all the national holidays Independence Day takes the cake for the most waste and least wholesome food. The block parties and family get-togethers are great fun but within all the gatherings [...]

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Daily Vegan Meal Planning – A Must!

Daily Vegan Meal Planning – A Must!

| June 29, 2011 | 9 Comments

The Problem A few months ago, I was struggling with eating a balanced vegan diet.  The vegan diet is a good diet if you eat a variety of foods and make sure you eat a balanced diet. As a result of my not eating a balanced diet and eating enough food, I noticed my hair [...]

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Let’s Get Our Rebounding On

Let’s Get Our Rebounding On

| June 28, 2011 | 8 Comments

I am known to start exercising and after a week or two I stop, but not anymore.  I am challenging myself to exercise 30 minutes a day for 21 days.  If I can stick with my exercise regimen for 21 consecutive days, then I will be on my way to exercising everyday with no problems. [...]

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Author of "By Any Greens Necessary"

Interview: Tracye McQuirter, Vegan for 24 Years and Author

| June 27, 2011 | 19 Comments

Today, I have the privilege of interviewing Tracye McQuirter, MPH.  Tracye is the author of, By Any Greens Necessary.  By Any Greens Necessary helped me stay on my journey of eating a vegan diet.  It has almost been a year, since I gave up all animal based food products and I owe Tracye the credit [...]

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You always have options

Vegan Food Selections When Dining Out

| June 24, 2011 | 11 Comments

Today our guest blogger is Alyssa Jacobs. Alyssa writes for the Acne Centre. For many people, vegan dieting can come as a huge change. It is a huge change, transitioning from one way of eating to another. Changing to a vegan diet is adjustable in a many ways. There are simple ways of eating plant-based [...]

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Healthy skin starts within!

Nutrition and Black Skin Care – A Winning Combination

| June 22, 2011 | 13 Comments

Today our guest blogger is Juliette Samuel.  Juliette runs the Nyraju Skin Care Blog: The Art and Science of Beautiful Skin for Women of Color. Both topically and internally, the focus on nutrition and Black Skin Care is becoming a clear pathway to your skin’s wellness. With your skin being the largest organ of your [...]

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Juicy and succulent

Mango – The World’s Healthiest Fruit

| June 20, 2011 | 31 Comments

Today, our guest blogger is Nadia Jones.  Nadia blogs at top online college. Arguably the best fruit for you is one that you have probably passed by with your shopping cart many times. A mango’s physical appearance is not one that is too inviting, but its nutritional value is unparalleled. Mangoes have developed a reputation [...]

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How to Make a Quick and Easy Vegan Pizza

How to Make a Quick and Easy Vegan Pizza

| June 10, 2011 | 22 Comments

I love pizza, but as a vegan it is a little hard trying to make one that is tasty and nutritious at the same time. I have made a pizza with Daiya cheese (okay, but not my favorite) and another using a recipe provided by Tracye Mcquirter. A while ago, I did a review of [...]

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