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?
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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?
Lentil -Tomato Stew – Vegan/Vegetarian
Experiencing cold weather and need something to warm those bones? Here's a recipe from Carolyn Aken's Recipe Corner. I don't know about you, but I love lentils and tomatoes, so I know I will enjoy this stew. Here's the recipe below: Ingredients 3 teaspoons organic coconut oil 3 organic carrots, thinly sliced on the bias 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 … [Read more...] about Lentil -Tomato Stew – Vegan/Vegetarian
Plant Foods High in Calcium
Are you worried about not getting enough calcium in your diet after adopting a vegan diet? There are plant foods that are high in calcium, maybe not as high as a glass of milk or yogurt, but do know there is calcium in all plant foods. The key to getting what you need is eating a variety of foods. Why is Calcium Important? Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. … [Read more...] about Plant Foods High in Calcium
Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Omega-3-Fatty Acids Deficiency in Vegans
This is a guest post written by Dr. Jupitor Chakma. According to American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada, unplanned or poorly planned vegetarian diet may be deficient in vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, calcium, and iodine and omega-3-fatty acids. A well planned vegetarian diet can be protective (in compare to usual Western diet which is rich in animal foods) … [Read more...] about Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Omega-3-Fatty Acids Deficiency in Vegans
Inexpensive Ways To Get Your Protein On A Vegetarian Diet
I started a frequently asked questions video series on my You Tube channel and someone asked a question about protein. They are moving towards eating a vegetarian diet and wanted to know some inexpensive ways to get their protein. I answered the subscriber's question in a video, but I thought it would be a good idea to write about this in a post (I missed a few things). With … [Read more...] about Inexpensive Ways To Get Your Protein On A Vegetarian Diet