Category Archives: Vegans & Vegetarians
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Kale-The Vegan Source of Antioxidants
Posted on April 3, 2013 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansKale is a leafy green and is part of the cruciferous vegetable family which includes broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, collards, and Brussels sprouts. Kale is an outstanding source of many nutrients, most notably vitamins A, C, and K. Due to its supreme vitamin K content, kale has also shown great ability as a natural anti-inflammatory source. [...]
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Health Benefits of Amaranth
Posted on March 4, 2013 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansIn a previous article, we discussed the many health benefits of the historic quinoa grain. Today, it is time for you to get familiar with another powerful grain with an extensive history. This grain would be amaranth. Amaranth is not only gluten free, but is packed with so much nutritional value that it has been [...]
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Mushrooms and the Vegetarian Diet
Posted on February 5, 2013 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansMushrooms tend to be one of those foods that people either love or dislike. For those who love them, you will be happy to learn about the many benefits of the fungi, especially to those who are vegetarians and vegans, in particular. For those of you who are not quite fans of mushrooms, maybe understanding [...]
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Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
Posted on December 15, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansIf you are someone who gets into fall flavors and foods, then you are probably a fan of sweet potatoes. While they are plentiful all year round, they really thrive around this time of year. Not only are they yummy in any form, from simply baked to the more popular “French fry” format, but there [...]
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Enhancers and Inhibitors of Non-Haem Iron Absorption
Posted on October 23, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansIn a previous article, we discussed the various ways in which iron affects your body and your overall health. Briefly mentioned, was the fact that there are animal and plant based types of iron, which is a critical distinction for vegetarians and vegans looking to boost their iron absorption. For vegans, finding adequate sources of [...]
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Causes, Symptoms and Consequences of Iron Deficiency Anemia
Posted on October 20, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansAnemia is a common health condition, and although there are different causes and categories of anemia, one of the leading causes is due to iron deficiency. With the many supplements and nutrition information that we have available to us, there is no reason why people should not be able to manage their iron deficiency anemia [...]
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Weekly Diet Plans For: Vegans and Semi Vegetarians
Posted on August 15, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansWeekly Menu for Vegans Caution: It is designed specifically for those you who want to abstain completely from animal foods. Consult your doctor if you: Have health issues Often feel dizzy Have a family history of osteoporosis Have pain in joints Are in menopause Try to get pregnant Have abnormal menstruation Monday Breakfast: Wheat [...]
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Which Are The Nutritional Needs For Vegetarians
Posted on July 11, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansOver the past several years, vegetarians have become far more than a small minority of eaters. This conscious approach to diet and living has become increasingly popular and for good reason. Although, vegetarians may have a healthier diet overall, compared to meat-eaters, there are still various nutritional holes that this group needs to be sure [...]
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Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms and Supplements
Posted on June 21, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansWith the many holistic remedies around today, it is no wonder that medicinal mushrooms would also become popular. Believe it or not, mushrooms are packed with all sorts of nutrients including Vitamin D, iron and much more. With the many varieties of mushrooms, you can make any side or main dish starring this fungi staple. [...]
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Sea Vegetables
Posted on June 5, 2012 by Elena Anne in Vegans & VegetariansIf you are the average health-conscious person, then you may have had periods where you fall into a food rut, especially when it comes to vegetables. There are but so many salads and veggie casseroles that you can re-mix to try to fit in your full daily serving, while keeping it interesting at the same [...]
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