My 7-year-old son loves Sunny D. He has had it a few times at school, and friends' houses and that's not a big deal, but he's declared me a meany for not buying him any. It's October, so I reminded him that Halloween is my favorite holiday, and I always dress as a...
When we think of plant-based foods, we often assume they are healthy and low in sugar. However, some of these foods have a surprisingly high glycemic index (GI) or glycemic load (GL), which can cause blood sugar spikes. Let's look at a few plant-based foods that might...
Get Kids Excited About Eating Healthy In today’s world of fast food and processed snacks, getting kids to enjoy natural, whole plant foods can be challenging. But there’s a simple and powerful way to change that: involve them in harvesting their own food. When kids...
Coconut water, the clear liquid found inside coconuts, is widely recognized as a health food with numerous benefits. It is known for its ability to hydrate, aid in lowering blood sugar, contribute to improved urinary and heart health, and make for a great recovery drink after intense exercise.
(+ coffee, tea, and electrolytes) I said water fasting and then immediately mentioned non-water liquids. The purists are already in an uproar, perhaps rightly so. Coffee is not water; a pure water fast is likely more challenging than the muddy water fasts I complete....
Are you considering a prolonged water fast? Considering the long list of potential benefits, it's no surprise that there are also some good reasons why prolonged water fasts are rare. They can be scary, challenging, and are not safe for everyone. I am not a doctor or...
When you talk about vegan diets, nutritional deficiencies come up. Ironic because people that follow a healthy version of a plant-based diet (based primarily on whole foods) often have a much higher nutrient intake than those on the Standard American Diet (SAD)....
Vegan biohacking doesn’t have to be difficult. These are some simple, healthy snacks made from whole foods. All grain free. Mixed Nuts – (no peanuts) salted or not. Veggies and Hummus or Guacamole Walnuts (I know more nuts, but these deserve a category of their own)...
Banish IBS Symptoms and Intermittent Digestion Problems Are you struggling with tummy troubles? Maybe IBS, travel, or too many indulgences? The vegan lifestyle is ideal for health, but some “healthy” vegan foods can leave you feeling bloated, not to mention many other...
Does food merely ignite your appetite? New vegans and even long-time vegans can go through these stages. Here are some methods to try to turn it around. Fast. What?! I know it seems counter-intuitive, but you can try increasing the time window between dinner and...
My 7-year-old son loves Sunny D. He has had it a few times at school, and friends' houses and that's not a big deal, but he's declared me a meany for not buying him any. It's October, so I reminded him that Halloween is my favorite holiday, and I always dress as a...
When we think of plant-based foods, we often assume they are healthy and low in sugar. However, some of these foods have a surprisingly high glycemic index (GI) or glycemic load (GL), which can cause blood sugar spikes. Let's look at a few plant-based foods that might...
Get Kids Excited About Eating Healthy In today’s world of fast food and processed snacks, getting kids to enjoy natural, whole plant foods can be challenging. But there’s a simple and powerful way to change that: involve them in harvesting their own food. When kids...
Coconut water, the clear liquid found inside coconuts, is widely recognized as a health food with numerous benefits. It is known for its ability to hydrate, aid in lowering blood sugar, contribute to improved urinary and heart health, and make for a great recovery drink after intense exercise.
(+ coffee, tea, and electrolytes) I said water fasting and then immediately mentioned non-water liquids. The purists are already in an uproar, perhaps rightly so. Coffee is not water; a pure water fast is likely more challenging than the muddy water fasts I complete....