Traveling as a vegetarian can present some challenges. In Mexico, much of the traditional cuisine is meat-heavy. It's generally easy to find … [Read more...] about Mexican Travel: Top 5 Vegetarian Foods
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Vegan Turkey Alternatives for Thanksgiving
Are you expecting vegans at your Thanksgiving table this holiday season? Last year we discussed vegan thanksgiving options; this year we want to focus … [Read more...] about Vegan Turkey Alternatives for Thanksgiving
Simple Roasted Butternut Squash Salad Recipe
Whether you've recently harvested a garden full of butternut squash or you've just been eyeing the squash at farmers' markets or the grocery store, … [Read more...] about Simple Roasted Butternut Squash Salad Recipe
Nutrition 101: Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is one of eight B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the … [Read more...] about Nutrition 101: Vitamin B12
Maitake Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To
The maitake mushroom is a large mushroom native to North America, Europe, and Japan. The Japanese name "maitake" literally means "dancing mushroom." … [Read more...] about Maitake Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To
Nutrition 101: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is one of the most talked about and researched nutrients. Often mentioned in the same breath as calcium, fat-soluble Vitamin … [Read more...] about Nutrition 101: Vitamin D
How To Cook Fava Beans
Fresh fava beans are in season during springtime, and because they start to deteriorate once picked, they must be prepared and enjoyed soon afterward. … [Read more...] about How To Cook Fava Beans
Going Raw: Benefits and Concerns
A quick search on the Internet for "raw foods diet" will yield multiple links to websites and blogs. Purported benefits include weight loss, better … [Read more...] about Going Raw: Benefits and Concerns
