Kymberly from Fun and Fit tagged yours truly. Oh, how I enjoy tags, so let's have some Friday fun. 11 Random Things About Me I cannot miss an episode of Spartacus. I so love watching Chopped and Iron Chef America on the Food Network. Sometimes, I imagine myself competing in Chopped, winning the big 10 grand (yeah right). I love creating new veg dishes. I … [Read more...] about 11 Things About Evelyn (tag)
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Will I Get Enough Calcium Eating a Vegan Diet?
You do not have to consume dairy to get a sufficient amount of calcium in your diet. Sorry to burst your bubble, but you don't need to drink cow's milk or eat any dairy foods to get the calcium you need. If you are considering a vegan / strict vegetarian diet, but you fear that you won't get the calcium you need, have no fear. There are plant foods that are high in calcium, so … [Read more...] about Will I Get Enough Calcium Eating a Vegan Diet?
Is Soy Good or Bad for You?
Update (10/7/14): I do not consume soy foods, because it is not good for my body. Be careful when consuming soy foods and if you choose to eat soy foods, make sure they are fermented. Always listen to your body. - Evelyn Parham I recall a time tweeting that I had Tofu Scramble for breakfast. Someone in my timeline replied "Friends don't let friends eat tofu." I was like … [Read more...] about Is Soy Good or Bad for You?
10 Ways Your Body Benefits From Exercising
How many of you made resolutions and set goals to exercise this year? I don't count because I made no resolutions. I'm just doing what I know I need to do. Now how many of you have fallen off the exercise wagon and said, "I give up?" Don't be shy, I know there are some of you who have stopped exercising and that's okay. The important thing you must do is look at why you … [Read more...] about 10 Ways Your Body Benefits From Exercising
38 Super Foods I Always Purchase
I call these super foods, because they are super. Super good for your health. These are foods that are always in my house, some more than others, because I like to eat certain foods when they are in season. These foods are very healthy and packed with lots of goodness. I guess it depends on who you're asking. Let's not waste anymore time. Here's the list: Fruit … [Read more...] about 38 Super Foods I Always Purchase
How I Ended My Affair with Chocolate Chip Cookies
All it took was one time and I was hooked. It was like I was having an affair. I got a rush while eating them and when I thought about them, my mouth watered. I started a 15 day cleanse (Thisilyn Cleanse 15 Day Mineral Program) on January 4, 2012 and promised myself that I would leave the chocolate chip cookies alone, eat a strict vegan diet and so far so good. It's amazing … [Read more...] about How I Ended My Affair with Chocolate Chip Cookies