Nothing warms you up on a chilly winter day faster than a nutritious, steaming bowl of soup. Don’t you agree? Soups are such a comforting meal. A one-pot dish that is wholesome, doesn’t take too long to prepare, you can pack it full of nutrients, and load it with all kinds of veggies. Seriously, can […]
Short on time, yet still want to serve your family a healthy plant-based meal? This recipe roundup is for you! No excuses to reach for that frozen pizza or another heavily processed “easy” dinner that is full of preservatives! Those chemicals that hide in pre-packaged foods, have zero nutrients, provide absolutely no benefits to the…
Happy New Year! “According to a 2017 YouGov survey, the top three resolutions for 2018 were eating healthier, getting more exercise, and saving more money. According to a 2018 survey, the top resolutions for next year are — wait for it — to exercise more, lose weight, and save money.” Sound familiar? Have you set […]
The Scoop Turmeric is a spice belonging to the ginger family. Turmeric is what makes curry powder yellow – specifically its derivative curcumin — that is said to be a powerful antioxidant. These bitter, earthy roots are also considered as a cure for everything from arthritis to Alzheimer’s and bowel cancer. The Hype Turmeric has a…
This best plant based recipe round up was inspired by one of Michael Pollan’s food rules : “Don’t eat anything with more than five ingredients, or ingredients you can’t pronounce.” Real food doesn’t have a long ingredient list, isn’t advertised on TV, and doesn’t contain stuff like maltodextrin or sodium tripolyphosphate. Real food is things that…
Today I will show you 22 healthy, easy-to-make zucchini plant based recipes. If you want a veggie that’s extremely versatile, look no further than zucchini. You can eat it raw, cooked or baked inside a decadent brownie – there’s so many ways to enjoy it and still get a solid amount of nutrients. Here are…
-Gaiam Life Eat local. Eat what’s in season. Eat organic. Confused by multiple messages about what to eat and where to buy it? We’ve looked into eating seasonal food and have it all figured out. Here’s why you should (really) do it. Let’s begin with cost. When produce is in season locally, the relative abundance…