August is here, and with it comes scorching heat and stifling humidity. The last thing I want to do is cook, so I tend to turn to raw foods during the month. I’m not the only one, as some have dubbed the month Rawgust. The idea of eating raw foods might sound a little daunting,…
Vegan health
10 Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
When I cook for myself at home, I stick to mainly fresh, whole, plant-based foods, but when I’m out in the restaurant world, I tend to splurge. How often do I come across house-made vegan cannolis? When on vacation, it can be tricky, because most meals are often eaten on in a restaurant. Staying healthy…
Do Vegans Need to Take a Lot of Supplements?
A few years ago I was at a potluck with my MeetUp group, and a couple new to the group were telling me about their new-found veganism. I said that I’m a vegan health and lifestyle coach, and if they needed any help with this new lifestyle to let me know. The husband said, “does…
Got (Vegan) Calcium?
After I’ve explained to people that I do indeed consume plenty of protein, conversation can sometimes turn towards the topic of vegan calcium. If I’m not drinking milk or eating cheese, I’ve probably bought myself a one-way ticket to osteoporosisville, right? Wrong! The idea that calcium can only be found in dairy products is a…
Where Do You Get Your Protein?
The one question that I get asked more than anything else is, “Where do you get your protein?” It usually comes right after “You haven’t eaten any of the egg salad or cheese dip. Are you one of those ve-guns?” I’ve been eating this way for so long, that I’m actually kind of tired of…
Autumn Produce to Try Right Now!
Autumn is my favorite time of year. I love the cool, crisp air, the multi-colored leaves the trees, wearing boots and tights, and baking pumpkin pies. And of course, I love autumn produce! According to the calendar, autumn is the exact same length of time as the other seasons, but it always seems like such…
Eat the Rainbow!
We all know that a healthy diet is one rich in fruits and vegetables. Not only are they high in vitamins and minerals, they’re also rich in phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are natural plant compounds found in fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, and teas. Scientists have already discovered more than 900 different phytonutrients, and more…
10 Ways to Boost Your Immune System
Boost your immune system during cold and flu season with these 10 tips! Winter is known as cold and flu season, but the truth is that colds can hit any time of the year. Summer colds are very prevalent, and I just happen to be nursing one as I write this. We’ve had a stressful…
10 Reasons to Eat Your Greens
Green is my favorite color, and greens are some of my favorite foods. I just love kale, spinach, and broccoli. I used to hate Brussels sprouts, but they’re now in my weekly menu rotation. In the warmer months, I forgo tortillas and bread and use collard greens to make wraps and sandwiches. If I go…
Rethink Food
As a health coach, I’ve read a lot of books on vegan health and nutrition. After a reading a few, the info gets repetitive and all of the titles tend to blend together in my brain. I have to admit that I’ve sort of skimmed through the ones I’ve received recently to see if there’s…
