But some are not so sure. One investor-tracking firm gives Beyond Meat a zero when it comes to sustainability measures. Another rates it a “severe risk,” putting it on a par with beef and chicken processing giants JBS and Tyson. “We don’t feel we have sufficient information to say Beyond Meat is fundamentally different from… Read More »
A plant-based diet is a diet that primarily revolves around eating non-animal foods and provides a wide array of nutrients, which many experts believe holds the key to good health. Plant-based diets reduce inflammation, the lynchpin of most degenerative diseases killing Americans. If done correctly, a plant-based diet is satisfying, energizing, mentally balancing, and a… Read More »
By Alice Klein Plant-based foods promotes “good” gut bacteria Shutterstock / Megan Betteridge Plant-based diets cause men to fart more and have larger stools, researchers have found – but that seems to be a good thing, because it means these foods are promoting healthy gut bacteria. Anecdotally, it is well-known that eating more plants –… Read More »
Whether you’re just getting started with eating more plant-based foods or you’ve been practicing it for years, there are a few nuances to plant-based cooking, so these simple cooking tips can help make your meals tastier and easier to prepare. Since so much of our nutrition philosophy is around eating more plant-based, whole foods, and… Read More »
Calcium is an important micronutrient for bone health and it has to be derived from different food sources. Lacto-vegetarians and Lacto-Ovo vegetarians can derive calcium from dairy products, while omnivores have a wide option to source it from foods like salmon, sardines to name a few. When it comes to vegan group, food choices are limited… Read More »
Given the current pandemic and related economic stressors, many of us are trying to maintain healthy habits while watching our expenses. One of the areas where we can support our immune system is through our food choices. We all have to eat, and eat several times a day, and selecting foods that support our health… Read More »