True Confessions of a Sometimes Vegan

Great armored bugs once lived in a basement hewn from Iowa bedrock. Amongst fermenting sauerkraut and tangled webs, my father took on the heroic battle of exterminating their presence. I cried every time, begging him to stop.

I was born with an innate belief that all beings have a right to live – they all serve a function in the web of biodiversity. It was a philosophical no-brainer for me to adopt a vegan diet.

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Melody is the Vice President of Policy and Industry Relations for United Natural Foods (UNFI). In this role she is responsible for communicating and educating all stakeholders on critical organic issues. Her Blog www.organicmattersblog.com covers a range of organic and sustainable food issues.

She is the executive director of the UNFI Foundation which is dedicated to funding non-profit organizations that promote organic agriculture  www.unfifoundation.org. Melody serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors for the Organic Trade Association www.ota.com.

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Jennifer Madsen is an experienced freelance writer with a background in health and wellness. When not working she loves to travel and especially enjoys lakeside and seaside locations.

 

7 Things to Focus On for a Plant-Based Lifestyle

Have you been considering switching to a plant-based lifestyle but don't know where to start? It may be a bit intimidating at first, but once you know what foods to reach for, you'll be confident and feeling better than ever from your healthy choices.

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Indy Summers is a freelance writer interested in fashion, healthy living, and fitness. She has worked as a master in esthetician, as a personal trainer, and as a freelance model for several years so considers herself an expert in these industries. For more of her work, visit https://nouw.com/indysummers.

What You Need to Know Before Becoming a Vegan: Is It Healthy?

Veganism is at an all-time high in the U.S., with 6 percent of American adults choosing to embrace a vegan diet or lifestyle according to a Top Trends in Prepared Foods report. This may not seem like a high figure but is significantly greater than the 1 percent of the U.S. population who were vegans in 2014.

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Helen Sanders is chief editor at HealthAmbition.com. Established in 2012, Health Ambition has grown rapidly in recent years. Our goal is to provide easy-to-understand health and nutrition advice that makes a real impact. We pride ourselves on making sure our actionable advice can be followed by regular people with busy lives. Follow on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/healthambition

6 Great Books for Animal Rights Activism

For over the past two decades the animal rights movement, or animal liberation movement, has championed efforts to scale back animal abuse, as well as sought to end the ongoing use of animals in the food, clothing, research, and entertainment industries. With animal rights activism growing more and more daily, the movement has already made significant strides during this time, and is now backed by the following:

  • Doctors

  • Lawyers

  • Academia

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This is the Right Way to Detox Mind and Body

If sleepless nights, stress, and rushed mealtimes are a regular part of your life, you’re probably used to not feeling your best. It’s hard to make time for self-care when it feels like you can never take a break. Scheduling a detox is a great way to take charge of your health, regain your energy, and feel more like yourself, but many of the quick-fix options available are disappointing. Your body knows how to detoxify naturally, but you can support—and speed along—the process with these essential rules for healthy cleansing.

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Indy Summers's picture

Indy Summers is a freelance writer interested in fashion, healthy living, and fitness. She has worked as a master in esthetician, as a personal trainer, and as a freelance model for several years so considers herself an expert in these industries. For more of her work, visit https://nouw.com/indysummers.

Eating Seaweed Salad May Boost Immune Function

Eating seaweed salad may boost the efficacy of vaccinations and help treat cold sores, herpes, Epstein-Barr virus, and shingles.

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NUTRITIONFACTS.ORG is a strictly non-commercial, science-based public service provided by Dr. Michael Greger, providing free updates on the latest in nutrition research via bite-sized videos. There are more than a thousand videos on nearly every aspect of healthy eating, with new videos and articles uploaded every day. NutritionFacts.org was launched with seed money and support by the Jesse & Julie Rasch Foundation. Incorporated as a 501c3 nonprofit charity, NutritionFacts.org now relies on individual donors to keep the site alive.

Dr. Greger is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practitioner specializing in clinical nutrition. Currently he proudly serves as the public health director at the Humane Society of the United States. Dr. Greger is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and the Tufts University School of Medicine.

His latest book, How Not to Die, became an instant New York Times Best Seller. 100% of all proceeds he has ever received from his books, DVDs, and speaking engagements has always and will always be donated to charity. Dr. Greger receives no compensation for his work on NutritionFacts.org.

Serving Up a Vegan Burger or Genetic Roulette?

Not all plant-based meat alternatives are created equal.

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Melody Meyer's picture

Melody is the Vice President of Policy and Industry Relations for United Natural Foods (UNFI). In this role she is responsible for communicating and educating all stakeholders on critical organic issues. Her Blog www.organicmattersblog.com covers a range of organic and sustainable food issues.

She is the executive director of the UNFI Foundation which is dedicated to funding non-profit organizations that promote organic agriculture  www.unfifoundation.org. Melody serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors for the Organic Trade Association www.ota.com.

Vegans Should Consider Taking DHA Supplements

We are all fatheads.

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NUTRITIONFACTS.ORG is a strictly non-commercial, science-based public service provided by Dr. Michael Greger, providing free updates on the latest in nutrition research via bite-sized videos. There are more than a thousand videos on nearly every aspect of healthy eating, with new videos and articles uploaded every day. NutritionFacts.org was launched with seed money and support by the Jesse & Julie Rasch Foundation. Incorporated as a 501c3 nonprofit charity, NutritionFacts.org now relies on individual donors to keep the site alive.

Dr. Greger is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practitioner specializing in clinical nutrition. Currently he proudly serves as the public health director at the Humane Society of the United States. Dr. Greger is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and the Tufts University School of Medicine.

His latest book, How Not to Die, became an instant New York Times Best Seller. 100% of all proceeds he has ever received from his books, DVDs, and speaking engagements has always and will always be donated to charity. Dr. Greger receives no compensation for his work on NutritionFacts.org.

Is a Plant-Based Keto Diet Right for You?

A scientific study published in the Nutrition Journal showed that people who ate the plant-based way had an easier time losing weight than those who didn’t, according to Today. They also decreased their risk of developing heart disease. The Keto Diet is very popular these days and some people are choosing to do Keto the plant-based way.

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Jennifer Madsen is an experienced freelance writer with a background in health and wellness. When not working she loves to travel and especially enjoys lakeside and seaside locations.

 

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08/18/2021
Great armored bugs once lived in a basement hewn from Iowa bedrock. Amongst fermenting sauerkraut and tangled webs, my father took on the heroic battle of exterminating their presence. I cried every... read more
Woman in graduation cap and gown holding out diploma scroll.
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Veganism is gaining popularity and more people are jumping on the vegan train.  A Vegetarian Times study shows that about 7.3 million people follow a plant-based diet. A vegan diet, however... read more
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A blue plate with tiles spelling the word VEGAN
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Veganism is at an all-time high in the U.S., with 6 percent of American adults choosing to embrace a vegan diet or lifestyle according to a Top Trends in Prepared Foods report. This may not seem... read more
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For over the past two decades the animal rights movement, or animal liberation movement, has championed efforts to scale back animal abuse, as well as sought to end the ongoing use of animals in the... read more
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Woman hiding behind big bunch of spinach and other greens
08/18/2021
Great armored bugs once lived in a basement hewn from Iowa bedrock. Amongst fermenting sauerkraut and tangled webs, my father took on the heroic battle of exterminating their presence. I cried every... read more
Woman in graduation cap and gown holding out diploma scroll.
06/25/2021
Veganism is gaining popularity and more people are jumping on the vegan train.  A Vegetarian Times study shows that about 7.3 million people follow a plant-based diet. A vegan diet, however... read more
Woman in kitchen using orange pots and pans to cook healthy food.
03/03/2021
Have you been considering switching to a plant-based lifestyle but don't know where to start? It may be a bit intimidating at first, but once you know what foods to reach for, you'll be confident and... read more
A blue plate with tiles spelling the word VEGAN
11/05/2020
Veganism is at an all-time high in the U.S., with 6 percent of American adults choosing to embrace a vegan diet or lifestyle according to a Top Trends in Prepared Foods report. This may not seem... read more
Three white cows looking at camera
09/11/2020
Anonymous (not verified)
For over the past two decades the animal rights movement, or animal liberation movement, has championed efforts to scale back animal abuse, as well as sought to end the ongoing use of animals in the... read more
Woman in a field of sunflowers stretching toward the sky
08/11/2020
If sleepless nights, stress, and rushed mealtimes are a regular part of your life, you’re probably used to not feeling your best. It’s hard to make time for self-care when it feels like you can never... read more
Bowl of wakame seaweed salad with chopsticks.
07/14/2020
Eating seaweed salad may boost the efficacy of vaccinations and help treat cold sores, herpes, Epstein-Barr virus, and shingles. Billions of pounds of seaweed are harvested each year,... read more
wooden casino roulette wheel
02/19/2020
Not all plant-based meat alternatives are created equal. For years the vegans among us have chomped down on black bean burgers and seitan chicken balls, alternatively feasting on Tofurky breast... read more
Gel capsules spilled out on orange tablecloth
09/23/2019
We are all fatheads. Indeed, about half the dry weight of our brain is fat. Lower levels of the long-chain omega-3 fat DHA in some areas of Alzheimer’s brains got people... read more

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