Tag: Vegetarian

Looking for a vegan/vegetarian alternatives to boost your omega 3 fatty acid intake? Seeds like chia seeds, flaxseeds, and mustard seeds can give you more omega 3 than you’d imagine! Walnuts also pack on the omega 3 fatty acids. Besides these, you could also opt for spinach, soybeans, tofu, winter squash, blueberries, wild rice, and beans and lentils.

Iron is an essential nutrient that performs many vital functions in your body. Get your daily dose of iron (and yumminess) from fruits like mulberries, Zante currants, and dried apricots. Tomatoes, pumpkins, prunes, and coconut are also good sources of iron. As are refreshing watermelons, yummy peaches, and sweet dates.

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Many health foods available in the stores are junk foods in disguise. For example, granola, protein bars, flavored yogurt, and fruit juices may sound healthy but have insane amounts of sugar. Vegetable burgers made from soy protein usually contain the toxic chemical hexane. To find the perfect healthy food, read up on healthy and unhealthy ingredients and take a look at the label before purchasing a product.

Vegetarian newbies should remember to take baby steps initially. Meat-based foods should be given up over a period of two weeks so that the body and mind can get adjusted well. It's important to keep one's family and friends informed about the decision so that chaos can be avoided at get-togethers. Be aware of what to eat and don't forget to have fun along the way.

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Ditching meat may be a smart move, but that doesn’t mean every vegetarian diet is healthy. Eating starchy carbs is a setup for hunger and high blood glucose, so eat whole grains. Protein deficiency is a common risk but don’t depend on fake meat and go for nuts, beans, and lentils. Enjoy fruits for their fiber and vitamins. Snack smart and steer clear of food that’s processed, sugary, and salty.

Firing up the grill often means bringing out the meat fest, those barbecued ribs, beef burgers and spatchcocked chicken. The veggies are often an...

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Going vegetarian can sometimes be easier than you’d have imagined. A dash of creativity, smart food choices, and some clever recipes and you could find vegetarianism is a breeze. Just be mindful of the shortfall of nutrients you may encounter as you adjust to the new diet and bridge the gap with fortified foods if need be. Follow a step-by-step guide to becoming a vegetarian and you should do just fine!

Protein intake is a major concern for vegetarian and vegans. Luckily, meat isn't the only source. Beans, legumes, and nuts are high-quality proteins. You can also replace rice and pasta with protein-rich spelt. For complete plant-based sources, eat quinoa and soy products. Both soy and seitan can be used as meat substitutes in meals. Love smoothies? Add spirulina – an algae supplement that's packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals.

With so many of us making mistakes while feeding ourselves, it is only natural that we fall short of the proper feeding guidelines when it comes to our pet cats. Even though most of the common feeding mistakes are completely honest ones, they have the potential to cause severe damage to our cats' health. It is important to bear in mind that cats need a well-balanced healthy diet just like us humans, so don't try to feed them only raw fish or plain meat or plain dry cat food. A healthy mix is recommended, and if necessary, you can even visit the vet to help plan out a healthy eating plan for your cat.

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For a vegetarian owner, feeding their pets meat can feel unethical. In a meat-free home, it’s not easy to grow accustomed to cooking meat...