Eating only plant-based foods as a vegan or vegetarian confers numerous health benefits, including improved heart health and a decreased risk of various diseases. But humans have been eating both plants and meat for thousands of years. In fact, many nutrients that are important for overall health can only be found in meat, fish and dairy products. … Continue reading Vegetarian health and nutrition: 7 Nutrients you can’t get from plants
Beans, mushrooms and more: Vegan sources of protein and vitamins B12 and D
Vegans and vegetarians don’t get enough protein – or so people think. In a recent article published online, internal medicine specialist Milton Mills blasted claims from dietitians that ditching meat means missing out on protein, an essential macronutrient. Plant cells contain protein, Mills argued. In fact, plant-based foods like grains, legumes and nuts are concentrated sources of … Continue reading Beans, mushrooms and more: Vegan sources of protein and vitamins B12 and D
Clean eating: Vegetarian weight loss tips
Following a balanced diet ensures that you eat delicious and nutritious foods that can boost your overall health and well-being. If you’re interested in going vegetarian to improve your eating habits and lose some weight, experts recommend trying different types of vegetarian diets to find the one that suits your health condition and lifestyle. Vegetarian diet basics Following … Continue reading Clean eating: Vegetarian weight loss tips
How can a plant-based diet help diabetics? Study explains
A study published in the journal Nutrients found that a plant-based diet can restore the function of beta cells, which are important for insulin production and healthy blood glucose levels. According to the researchers, modern medicine only slightly slows down the decline of beta-cell function in people with Type 2 diabetes. The study, on the other hand, showed that a plant-based … Continue reading How can a plant-based diet help diabetics? Study explains
Want to boost your zinc levels? Eat more of these nutrient-rich foods
When you follow a balanced diet, you ensure that your body is getting all the essential vitamins and minerals it needs, such as zinc. Research suggests that being deficient in zinc leads to a lot of health problems, such as immune dysfunction and chronic kidney and liver disease. To prevent zinc deficiency, incorporate foods rich in zinc into your … Continue reading Want to boost your zinc levels? Eat more of these nutrient-rich foods
How to Eat a Plant Based Diet While Traveling
Eating vegan while traveling doesn't have to be complicated. In this video, Dr. Group gives you a handful of tips that will make eating a plant-based diet while traveling a breeze. How to Eat a Plant Based Diet While Traveling Video Length: 4:50 minutes Related Posts Plant-Based Diet: What to Eat, Avoid, Meal Plan, & … Continue reading How to Eat a Plant Based Diet While Traveling
Top 10 Low-Carb, Keto Foods to Add to Your Kitchen
Source: Top 10 Low-Carb, Keto Foods to Add to Your Kitchen by Dr. Edward Group There are a lot of people out there following this trend of a ketogenic diet. This is nothing new! This has been around for a long time — Atkins did it! Ketogenic is nothing more than just eating “low carbohydrate” or … Continue reading Top 10 Low-Carb, Keto Foods to Add to Your Kitchen
12 Fruits that are packed with protein
Your body contains four main macromolecules: carbohydrates, fats, nucleic acids, and proteins. Each of these macromolecules have specialized functions. For instance, proteins are essential for building tissue and strengthening your immune system. To boost your protein intake, add protein-rich fruits like pomegranates and bananas to your regular diet. What are proteins? Amino acids are small organic molecules that bind together to … Continue reading 12 Fruits that are packed with protein
10 Healthy vegetarian snacks you can enjoy any time of the day
If you have decided to commit to healthy eating, make vegetarian snacks a part of your diet. You don’t have to be strictly vegetarian to enjoy these guilt-free, tasty snacks, and finding ones that are easy to prepare isn’t challenging. You can whip up these 10 nutritious snacks in no time and enjoy them at home or on … Continue reading 10 Healthy vegetarian snacks you can enjoy any time of the day
Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan
Source: Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan by Dr. Edward Group Whether it's for health reasons or an ethical choice, the decision to shift to a vegan diet can feel empowering. For some of us, it is no easy feat to give up all animal products. Yet a vegan diet can be fantastic for … Continue reading Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan
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