Happy Being Vegan
The Gift of Eyesight
Eyesight is one of the senses that many of us take for granted. So many animals use this trait to not only see the world vividly, but they also use their vision to survive. Find out more about the animals with an incredible sense of sight, here.
19. Understanding High Glucose, Metabolic Syndrome and the Risk for Diabetes
We all know that sugar is not the best choice of food in a healthy balanced diet, but how does it influence disease development? Learn more here.
18. Bacteria, Probiotics, and How To Maintain a Healthy Microbiome
Have you ever wondered how the food you eat can influence the health of your gastrointestinal tract? The food choices we make on a daily basis has a profound effect on our health and the health of our microbiome. Keep reading to learn more.
17. Protein Needs Easily Met with a Vegan Diet
Have you ever wondered how you could possibly get enough daily protein from plants? Well, no need to wonder any longer. So many delicious foods are rich in this essential nutrient. Keep reading to learn more.
16. Where Does Your Down Come From?
It is hard to imagine humans killing babies to satisfy our need to stay warm, but here we are. Most people don’t know that we kill millions of bird every year just to take their feathers to keep ourselves warm. But what we don’t realize is that there are amazing alternatives to everything that we need from animals, including their feathers.
15. Fun Facts About Animals
Every animal on earth has special gifts and talents. To be able to appreciate all of their unique abilities is a blessing and is something we can all be involved in. Giving to help preserve them is something we can all be part of.
14. Fat Stores – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Most of us consider adipose tissue a nuisance. We don’t think about fat being a functioning metabolic and endocrine organ. Nor do we know that it is a depot for toxins. Consuming fat is as important as consuming protein, but too much of the wrong kind can be detrimental for our health for so many reasons. Find out more here.
13. Fats Are Essential for Human Life, But Not All Are Equal
Fats are crucial to a healthy diet. With all the varieties available, how do we know which ones are best for staving off disease and keeping us healthy? Learn more, here.
11. Ethical Alternatives to Fish
Are there alternatives to eating fish? Find out how fish are not the only source of omega-3 fatty acids - there are many other sources readily available. Can fish actually be unhealthy to consume and what could put your health at risk by eating them? Find out more here.
10 “First, Do No Harm.” The Many Reasons for Going Vegan: For Me, It’s Personal
Most humans don’t know the extent of the destruction that their diet has on other species, people and the planet. We all need to start caring to stop the destruction. There are lots of ways to learn more and to do less harm.
9. Hydration - One of the Pillars of Health
Water consumption is crucial to maintaining a healthy body. How much do we really need? Learn more, here.
8. 2025 US Dietary Guidelines - Controversy on What is Healthy
We all assume a whole foods diet is best for great health. But did you know that a whole foods, plant-based diet is even better? Read on to learn more.
7. “Milk, It Does A Body Good.” Does It Really?
Many of us grew up thinking milk and other foods made from dairy were not only harmless but that dairy was a necessity. Our doctors often asked us how many servings of dairy foods we ate in a day. Knowing that most humans cannot even consume dairy due to intolerance, wouldn’t this push be considered disingenuous?
Learn more about dairy consumption here.
6. If You Love Animals…
We all love animals. Some of us would do anything to help an animal in trouble. What isn’t so obvious is that wild animal populations have drastically diminished over the past 150 years. For many reasons, they have lost the ability to live in a safe environment. Domesticated animals have troubles and needs of their own that are just as urgent.
Find out more about what you can do to help.
5. Meat - Good or Bad?
We all assume that the food sold in grocery stores is safe and healthy. After all, they would never sell us something that could kill us, would they?
In this blog post you will learn about the many ways meat can be toxic to human health. Research and science tell us meat should be eaten in very small quantities, or not at all. Keep reading to find out more.
4. Getting started with a Plant-Based Diet
If you have always wanted to give plant-based eating a try or if you just want to add more healthy foods to your meals, then this is a great place to begin.
3. Carbohydrates, Friend or Enemy?
Carbohydrates have been blamed for many health related issues, but are they really that bad for us? Find out why carbohydrates are just as important as protein and fat in a balanced diet.
2 Exposing the Mistruths of Veganism
Have you ever felt scared to try something plant-based or considered vegan? Has anyone told you this type of diet can be dangerous and even toxic? Well, you are not alone. So many healthy people have eaten this way for hundreds of years and guess what? On a well planned and balanced diet you can be healthy. Learn more about facts and mistruths here.
1. The History of Veganism
Discover what the fierce Roman fighters, the Gladiators ate while training for a grueling fight to the death. It may surprise you!