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Did You Know That Many Plants Actually Contain Calcium?

Many of us grew up thinking that cow’s milk was the only source for calcium. Medical evidence now suggests that plant-based sources of calcium are better for our health. We can meet our calcium needs on a plant-based diet. Read more to learn which plants contain calcium!

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Nuts: A Heart Smart Protein

We know that nuts have a high protein content, but did you know they can also decrease your risk for heart disease?  According to the Harvard School of Public Health,…

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How to Get Enough Protein on a Vegan Diet

When my friends first learned that I was vegan, their first question was, “How do you get enough protein on a vegan diet?”   In response to their genuine concern for…

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Plant-Based Diet Can Reverse Heart Disease

Dr. Dean Ornish says a plant-based diet can reverse heart disease. Since plants are free of cholesterol, let’s talk about cholesterol and a vegan diet. (Only animal-based foods contain cholesterol.)…

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Alkaline Foods vs. Acid Foods

According to Dr. Ragnar Berg, a Swedish nutritionist and Nobel Prize winner, we should be eating about 80% alkaline forming foods and 20% acid forming foods at each meal. Why…

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Flax Seeds Are a Good Source of Vegan Omega 3

These tiny seeds pack a powerful nutritional punch. Flax seeds are a good source of vegan Omega 3, and they’re also high in protein and fiber. Flax seeds come in…

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