Vegan Supplements

Vitamin supplementation is a hotly debated aspect of nutrition. Since most of these products are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), it can be quite daunting to pick the “right” one. This is especially so when you are vegan. It may surprise the average person that a balanced vegan diet is much…

How Fiber Lowers Cholesterol

We have been told multiple times over that a diet high in fiber helps improve the health of your heart. But why? I was curious of the exact science behind this statement and the biological reason is quite fascinating. Fiber, at it’s core, is “filler”. It fills up the bowel and helps propel digestion forward….

Vegan Starter Guide – The Basics

So… you’ve decided to adopt a vegan lifestyle. Fantastic! But now what? The realization of just how many animal products the average person consumes is enough to turn your stomach. The challenge before you is the same that many of us have faced: what CAN I eat now? The good news: it’s easier than you…