The reasons to eat more fruits and vegetables and eschew meat is just mounting, folks. Not only can a vegetarian diet improve your mood, decrease your risk of developing cancer and other chronic diseases, but now it seems that fruits … Read More
Need yet another reason to eat more veggies? A recent study of more than 57,000 people found that the less meat people ate, the less likely they were to have cataracts. Vegetarians (those who eat eggs, milk, and all plants, … Read More
Is “B” for the bones? Most people think about vitamin B12 as a vital nutrient for our blood cells, energy and nervous system, but it might also be a key nutrient for bone health. A study from Germany found that … Read More
A CDC study released today found that half of the U.S. population takes vitamins and supplements. Half! The study showed that most adults take more supplements and minerals now more than ever before. The study states that “This report indicates high … Read More
Natalie Portman is giving up the vegan lifestyle and going back to being a vegetarian. In an interview on with The Bert Show Portman says, “I actually went back to being vegetarian when I became pregnant. Just because I felt … Read More
Though it probably sounds like a recipe for bad breath, a diet with plenty of garlic and onions may also be a great way of obtaining essential nutrients. A study featured in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found … Read More
A new movement has surfaced encouraging consumers to forgo the meat one day each week. Why? Simply put, in America we are eating too much meat, more then what is healthy for our bodies. Meatless Monday, an initiative started in association with … Read More
Following a vegan diet means avoiding the obvious animal-based foods – meat, poultry, dairy, eggs, and fish – but if you’re not careful, you could be avoiding some essential nutrients too. The reason? Plant-based foods that comprise a vegan diet … Read More
