Question for this week: Do You Subscribe to Eating Only When You're Actually Hungry? Tam says, “I'm just curious how you feel about something. As I read your blog, you mentioned previously eating two meals a day with an eight-hour window between and intermittent fasting. Do you subscribe to the idea of eating when you're actually hungry? Or even just having smaller more … [Read more...] about Do You Subscribe to Eating Only When You’re Hungry?
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Are You Guilty of Passing Judgement? | Diet and Nutrition
Let me be the first one to answer this question. Yes, I am guilty of passing judgement on others for their dietary and nutritional choices. I don't mind sharing, but I made it a practice not to push what I believe on others, because I understand that everyone is different and everything doesn't work for everybody. As most of you know, I no longer label myself as a vegetarian … [Read more...] about Are You Guilty of Passing Judgement? | Diet and Nutrition
11 Things I Learned on a Plant-Based Diet
Everyone knows that one diet does not fit all, but most people who recommend certain diets will swear that their diet is the best diet and that everyone should follow that diet. However, you never know if a certain diet works for you, until you try it. I ventured into the world of eating a vegetarian diet sometime in 2005. I did not stick with eating a vegetarian diet for … [Read more...] about 11 Things I Learned on a Plant-Based Diet
McDougall Update and Returning to a Raw Vegan Diet
Update: I no longer follow a raw vegan, vegan, or vegetarian diet. (10/13/2014) I originally started this blog as a raw vegan. I stopped eating a raw vegan diet because I lost too much weight. I concluded that a raw vegan diet was not the best diet for me. I spent most of this year experimenting with different plant-based diets, with my most recent … [Read more...] about McDougall Update and Returning to a Raw Vegan Diet
Walnut Pear Torte from Carolyn’s Recipe Corner (raw vegan dessert)
Dessert anyone? Today, from Carolyn's recipe corner is the Walnut Pear Torte. This is no ordinary dessert, because it is not cooked and has ingredients that are healthier for you. Let's get to cooking or should I say, "un-cooking." Walnut Pear Torte Adapted from recipe by Renee Loux Ingredients Walnut Crust 2 cups walnut 4 soft pitted dates 2 Tablespoons of … [Read more...] about Walnut Pear Torte from Carolyn’s Recipe Corner (raw vegan dessert)
6 Transitioning Tips To A Plant-Based Diet
Are you thinking about giving up animal-based foods, but don't know where to begin? You do not have give up eating animal-based foods all at once. Some people can do that, but most cannot. It is best to transition and ease yourself into eating a plant-based diet. It gives your body time to adjust to the change and you are more likely to stick with the plants. #1 … [Read more...] about 6 Transitioning Tips To A Plant-Based Diet