Articles about Vegan

Omega-3 fatty acids are one of those nutrients that everyone needs, yet few of us get enough of. Your body uses them to build healthy cell membranes, regulate inflammation, and support healthy heart, brain, and eye function. Here are 5 good reasons to make sure you get your omega-3s. 

The CDC recommends storing at least a few day’s worth of emergency supply food in case of a natural disaster. It’s worth putting some thought into what kinds of non-perishable foods you have stocked. You’ll want foods that are nutritious and energizing to keep you feeling well and thinking clearly. 

The word “milk” no longer has to mean something that came from an udder. These days, there are a wide variety of plant-based milk alternatives to choose from. Whether you're going vegan or just want to sample some of the intruiging options, here are four healthy milk alternatives to try.

Many of us are preparing to stay home more than usual since the COVID-19 outbreak1. Now more than ever, it's important to have healthy foods on hand. If you are a vegetarian, then you are already pretty resourceful when it comes to getting the proper nutrition you need from non-meat sources. Vegetarians should try to find [...]

If you're drawn to the health benefits of a more plant-based diet, but you're not ready to go full vegetarian, we have good news for you. It's known as the Flexitarian diet, and it's just what it sounds like: a vegetarian-leaning diet with flexibility.

Vitamin B12 is important for producing red blood cells and DNA, as well as supporting a healthy nervous system. Having low levels of vitamin B12 is relatively common, especially as we get older. A person may suffer from vitamin B12 deficiency for years before symptoms begin to show.

A whole food, plant-centered diet is great for your health and for healthy aging. But it's easy to fall short of key nutrients that your body needs. It's smart to supplement your plant-based diet with a few vitamins and minerals that may be scarce in your food. Here are our top 5 recommended supplements for vegans.