As awareness regarding celiac disease and gluten intolerance continues to grow, the demand for gluten-free snacks grows with it. Still, it can be tricky to navigate the world of alternative snacking.
For years, I woke up every morning with the belief that I was unhealthy. I was angry with my body that it wasn’t behaving the way I wanted it to. I was exhausted, and so tired of looking for the magic bullet that would turn my health around.
The microbes living in your food can affect your risk of cancer. While some help your body fight cancer, others help tumors evolve and grow. Gut microbes can influence your cancer risk by changing how your cells behave.
We are what we eat! At first glance, we might take this quite literally, in that the macronutrients in the food we consume make up the composition and the sustenance of our body. Yet, spiritual knowledge reveals that the vibrational content of our food is also crucial to our wellbeing.
This month, millions of Americans are taking part in “Dry January” in an effort to forgo alcohol for a month and cleanse themselves of the excesses of the holiday season.
Garlic, when consumed regularly has amazing health benefits. It can improve cardiovascular health, prevent initiation of cancer, counter infections, and provide phytoestrogens, which keep us juicy at all ages.
According to a recent article in The Economist, interest in veganism is surging, with concerns about health and climate being the prime motivators for the trend.
As a pumpkin fanatic, I have both succeeded and failed at carving and keeping these winter squash in their prime through the end of October. Here are some tips to help your epic carving outlast the Day of the Dead.
Each autumn we’re treated to the delectable aromas and flavors of pumpkin and spice. Making purée from fresh pumpkins is easier than you think, and rewarding to your taste buds.
While intermittent fasting might not be a miracle solution when it comes to weight loss, that doesn’t mean it might not still have other health benefits.
If you are vegan, you eat plant-based. But if you eat plant-based, you’re not necessarily vegan. Veganism is not a diet. It’s a moral stance against harming animals for any human desire or need.
The revised Vegetariana is a hand-illustrated sampler of literary quotations, folk wisdom and culinary lore, along with 170 easy vegan recipes. It may not have the lush color photos that are now a must in cookbooks, but the lovingly crafted pages, historical journeys, and literary wisdom aim to inspire new readers to make compassionate choices, in and out of the kitchen.
Mushrooms can feed you and heal you, they can kill you, and they can send you on a spiritual journey. Then they disappear. It’s very hard to understand them, but understand them we must.
We’re all feeling the effects of inflation right now and it’s certainly noticeable at the grocery store. Grocery prices are up about 12% from last year. However, there are ways to help spend less on groceries and still put nutritious meals on the table.
According to research Appel Cider Vinegar (ACV) has benefits as an antibacterial and antifungal agent. A 2018 study found that undiluted (or mildly diluted) ACV can prevent the growth of candida.
If you grew mint this year, you may have discovered that mint is a very prolific plant and now you’ve got more of it than you know what to do with. We’ve got some clever uses for all that mint so it doesn’t go to waste!
There’s no such thing as a universal migraine trigger. But there are some common triggers that can cause or contribute to migraine episodes in some people.
Believe it or not, strawberry tops—the part you cut and toss into the garbage or compost—can be repurposed in a variety of creative ways. You’ll be surprised at how they can be used.
The liver is a powerhouse of an organ. It breaks down toxins like alcohol, medications, and natural byproducts of metabolism. Keeping your liver in good shape is important for maintaining health.
Rastafarians (“Rastas” for short) have been promoting vegan lifestyles for nearly a century. And their veganism is part of a broader belief in Black sovereignty, health, and ecological harmony.
Reducing your intake of refined sugar can be tough, but given how incredibly harmful sugar can be, it’s definitely worth the effort. Fortunately, quite a few sweeteners found in nature are actually healthy.
Now in its 12th year, NEVF is one of the largest vegetarian festivals, with more than 100 veg-friendly food and product vendors, non-profits, and presenters. Come by the Spirit of Change booth and say hello! 💗
When was the last time you ate meat? Today? This week? Ten years ago? Never? Have you ever had an argument about meat consumption with someone, whether it was over environmental impact or the ethics of eating animals?
Breakfast is a great way to start your day. If you enjoy breakfast, choosing nutritious foods may provide long-lasting energy and keep you full for hours. These foods are typically high in fiber, protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients.
Snack time is a great opportunity to sneak some extra nutrients into your child’s diet. Fill your child’s tummy with whole foods that will provide energy and nutrition. Here is a list of kid-friendly snacks that are both healthy and delicious.
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