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 for the red white and blue it seems like there could be a … [Read more...] about 10 Ways To Have A Greener 4th of July
Archives for June 2011
Daily Vegan Meal Planning – A Must!
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 was thinning and falling out each time I cleansed my hair. As a trained cosmetologist, I knew something was … [Read more...] about Daily Vegan Meal Planning – A Must!
Let’s Get Our Rebounding On
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. One of the exercises that I will be sure to incorporate in my daily exercise routine is … [Read more...] about Let’s Get Our Rebounding On
Interview: Tracye McQuirter, Vegan for 24 Years and Author
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 for her life changing book. So, without further ado, I present to … [Read more...] about Interview: Tracye McQuirter, Vegan for 24 Years and Author
Vegan Food Selections When Dining Out
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 foods that resemble and simulate foods that come from animals or you can leave out the animal-based products in your diet and replacing them with … [Read more...] about Vegan Food Selections When Dining Out
Mango – The World’s Healthiest Fruit
Today, our guest blogger is Nadia Jones. 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 for being a remedy for fevers, constipation, and respiratory problems. … [Read more...] about Mango – The World’s Healthiest Fruit