Dietary fats have been on a popularity roller coaster over the last few decades. Eat fat, don’t eat fat, fat is good, fat is bad. Where fats land today in the public eye is still up for debate. One thing we do know, is that [continue reading]
We have all heard of PRObiotics. This Tuesday, let’s talk about PREbiotics. What are they? How are probiotics + prebiotics different? Can I drink them? Why do I even need them? The Vegetarian’s Guide to Prebiotics answers all the prebiotic questions + your gut is [continue reading]
I love snacks. I don’t love oil. When Mr. MVF + I first embarked on our oil-free journey we were hard core oil-free. We spent hours in the grocery stores and searching the internet for what to use to replace the beloved oil in everything [continue reading]
Happy February! Did you know that February is American Heart Month? To celebrate, let’s have a heart- to-heart chat! Typically, you hear the same old heart-healthy tips. Don’t smoke, exercise more, lose weight, and eat less. Sound familiar? Yep. So, what’s new? Over the last [continue reading]
Did you know that 80% of chronic disease is preventable? Diet is one of the biggest factors contributing to the development of these chronic diseases, especially heart disease. With half of all Americans suffering from some form of heart disease, we must start doing something [continue reading]
Chia seeds are tiny little seeds packed with enormous health benefits. My favorite thing about chia seeds is the way they soak up water. Every time I put chia seeds in a recipe I feel as though I am doing a science experiment watching those [continue reading]
A whole food plant-based diet doesn’t have to be confusing or overwhelming. The data, the research, and the science heavily support eating more whole, natural, minimally processed foods to meet your nutritional needs. By doing so, yes, you might lose weight, but at the same [continue reading]
Figuring out how to lower your cholesterol or simply keeping your cholesterol in good range can be overwhelming! Follow these easy, helpful tips to get started. Small changes add up and a little knowledge goes a long way. This is a must read!
