Here are 6 basic principles for following Dr. Fuhrman's nutritarian diet plan, excerpted from his book, The End of Dieting.…
An ancient Peruvian root crop, maca is gaining popularity as a supplement and superfood. Learn more and explore the 7 top maca and maca root health benefits.…
There are quite a few benefits to eating a vegan diet, but some people still fail to grasp how plant-only nourishment can be good for your health. The doubt…
Within the last few years, there have been analyses that show that all rice varieties contain at least some minuscule level of arsenic. Arsenic is a naturally occurring element.…
A healthy lifestyle is fueled by nutrient-dense foods that give your body the energy it needs. But some of the most nutrient-dense foods come with high-calorie counts. Keep your…
Avocados, the nutrient-dense, creamy, green fruit native to Central America has spiked in popularity. Once known as “alligator pear” for its texture and shape, avocados now take the cake…
In many (if not most) Western diets, fermented foods aren’t very prevalent, and that’s something that should change! Pickling, fermenting, and culturing add beneficial enzymes to foods, and enhance flavors and…
It is a well-known fact that diet plays a decisive role in the annoying symptom known as heartburn or acid reflux – often as a trigger, or root cause.…
Many people on the refined starch-and-protein filled western diet don’t get enough dietary fiber, and that can have some serious health consequences. Vegan diets, rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts,…
The most vibrant of vegetables are beets. Here are a few health benefits of beets that will inspire you to enjoy them in your diet more often. Their rich…
More and more teenagers are choosing to go vegetarian or vegan. Both groups give up all meat, poultry, and fish; vegans also give up eggs and dairy. Whether vegetarian…
Protein is essential for optimal health. Without protein, there can be no bodybuilding. In fact, protein is such a vital component of human nutrition that we cannot survive without…
While there are good arguments for reducing bad fats (trans fats, saturated fats) from the diet, there are several sources of plant-based fats that have numerous health benefits. Read on for…
The journey of weight loss can try your patience and lead to frustration. Losing weight isn’t as straightforward as counting calories in vs. calories out; in fact calorie counting is proven…
Excerpted from Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness: The Complete Guide to Building Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet by Robert Cheeke, the world’s most recognized vegan bodybuilder: For vegan bodybuilders,…
Maintaining a vegan diet during pregnancy always seem to cause concern, but it can be done! Here are some tips and valuable information. During pregnancy, your need for all…
Brown rice vs white rice — which is best? — that’s a common question and one that we’ll explore here.…
Coconut health benefits have been getting lots of attention in recent years. While there was a panic at one point about the high level of saturated fat in coconuts, studies…
For a vegan athlete, diet is a critical consideration. There are lots of accomplished vegan athletes from across the world of sports, and many more who, though not famous,…
Brown rice is better for you than white — the evidence is compelling when you look at the top 10 health benefits of brown rice that follow.…
