Health
The Protein Myth: How Do Vegans Get Protein?
We are obsessed with protein in this country. I could retire if I received a dollar for each time I have been asked, “where do you get your protein?” I typically respond with two questions. First, I ask “how much protein do you need each day?” I get a blank stare as nobody has ever […]
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Getting Healthy with PFMT
From late November through January holidays abound. That means the opportunity for lots of rich food, drink, parties – and less time than ever to exercise. Overindulging in foods that are high in fat, sodium or sugar and drinking too much are paths to becoming overweight, out of shape and feeling badly about ourselves. We […]
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A Meat Eater’s Vegan Diet Experiment
Since I had my son Jack over 12 years ago (when I was 30), I have struggled with my weight, body image and subsequently self-esteem issues. Growing up and through my 20s, I had always been thin. When I was skinny, I observed as an impartial bystander how horribly much of society treats overweight people, […]
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Confessions of a Vegan Nutrition Student
The Summer prior to my senior year as a nutrition major, I found veganism. I finally was living consistent with my beliefs about animals and I also felt better physically. My digestion improved, my energy levels soared and the few extra pounds I was carrying fell off. But when school resumed in the Fall, I […]
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The Diversity of Vegan Diets (or Which Vegan Diet is Right for You?)
Editor’s Note: Kris Giovanini and Mark Reinhardt are regular contributors to VegansEatWhat.com. This article is adapted from a recent conversation they had regarding the diversity of dietary choices in a vegan lifestyle. Kris: You know, it’s really not enough just to say you’re “vegan” anymore. Veganism encompasses an enormous number of foods. Any two vegans […]
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Soy Protein Isolates vs. Soy: What’s the Truth?
On Monday, October 26, 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) made an announcement that the consumption of processed meats and red meats may be a definite factor in the development of cancer. It is great to see the WHO release this announcement. Soy Is Healthy We wish that a definite announcement of the safety of […]
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Vegan Cheese
For many people the hardest perceived part of eating a plant-based/vegan diet is eliminating dairy cheese. Fortunately, the plant-based cheeses of today allow you to eat vegan and have your cheese too! Vegan cheeses are made entirely with plant-based ingredients. While cashews are frequently used to create plant-based cheeses, vegan cheese can be made from […]
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Vegan Men Say What? Is Everything Better with Porcine Plasma?
I wish I had a nickel for each time I have heard someone say “everything is better with bacon.” Men especially seem to like their bacon. But they have it all wrong. It seems they should be saying “everything is better with porcine plasma.” Porcine plasma? That was my first reaction too. I’ve mentioned porcine […]
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Got Indigestion? Go Dairy Free
I recently learned about a woman who was just told – by a health care professional – that she has a “sensitivity” to dairy. “Millie” is about forty and has consumed dairy products her entire life. My reaction? A huge smile engulfed my face and I thought “lucky Millie.” I don’t know Millie, but I […]
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Vegan Men Say What? Guys, If You Have ED It Might Be Your Lucky Day
A good friend of mine recently passed away from colon cancer. He was only 54. I was at his bedside the night he passed and his needless death haunts me. I had known Kelly for almost 20 years and yet I had never done much to encourage him to switch to a plant-based diet. Kelly’s […]
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