Delicious & Healthy
If you have ever tried to cut an eggplant and found it brown inside, you are not the only one. Eggplants can be difficult to cook and even the most experienced cooks may have trouble getting it right. It is important to cook the eggplants slowly and evenly. This can prove difficult if your are not familiar…
Veganism is a scary thought if you are like me. You think of bland tofu or sad salads. It was surprising to discover that there were many delicious vegan meal replacement shakes available. These shakes not only have great nutrition, but also taste delicious. A vegan meal replacement shake is a great choice for quick breakfasts or post-workout…
Vegans have a reputation for being happy, healthy people who live positive, stress-free life. Veganism can indeed reduce the number of chemicals and salt in your diet and make you more aware of the foods you eat. But there are many other benefits to veganism. Plant-based diets are a great source of nutrients such as vitamins…
The question of how vegans obtain protein may seem obvious to the uninitiated. The common belief is that protein comes only from meat. Vegans can get their protein from other sources. How can vegans get protein? Tofu, beans, lentils and quinoa all make excellent plant-based proteins. Experts believe that a vegan diet is healthier than one based on…
There are many options when it comes to what you eat. Some people make decision based on their personal beliefs or preferences. Some people may decide based on their health or the environmental impact of their diet. For industrial vegans, however, the decision is primarily economic. Industrial vegans choose foods with the lowest environmental impact and the least…
Brown Fruits Fruits like apples, pears, peaches, and bananas often turn brown when they’re ripe and ready to eat. The browning of fruit is caused by a chemical reaction between the oxygen in the air and the polyphenols in the fruit. This reaction is called oxidation, and it causes the fruit to brown. However, this…
PepsiCo’s 2016 introduction of Gatorade Zero, a sugar-free sports drink, is Gatorade Zero. Although the glass is promoted as a healthier option to regular Gatorade in 2016, is it actually better for you? Gatorade Zero’s main ingredient is sucralose, an artificial sweetness. Although sucralose isn’t linked to tooth decay as Sugar, there have been other health concerns. Studies…
