Vegetarian Issues
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Forget trying to adapt the regular food guides to a vegetarian or vegan diet. Use one of these specialized plans to achieve good nutrition for the whole family. more...
Don't want to cook two meals? Cook one base dish and divide it into two - one for vegetarians and one for meat-eaters. Please everybody with a single meal! more...
Why do people decide to "veg out"? While everybody has a different story, here are some of the main arguments for giving up meat. more...
Meatless Menus, High in Protein
It's not hard for vegetarians and vegans to get enough protein - the keys are a balanced variety of foods and eating enough energy (calories). Here are two examples. more...
Protein in Vegetarian and Vegan Diets
Vegetarian and vegan menus provide enough protein, as long as the diet is balanced. Read about meatless protein sources, and how much protein is needed for good health. more...
How to Choose a Meat Substitute for your Recipe
When adapting recipes from meat to vegetarian, choosing the right beef, chicken or pork substitute can make or break a recipe. Learn how to convert recipes the right way. more...
Busting the Top Ten Vegetarian Diet Myths
Myths about vegetarian and vegan diets persist, despite the support of science and increasing popularity. Here are the top 10, and why these myths are busted. more...
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Eating More Vegetables and Fruit
Eating the recommended 7 - 10 servings per day of fruit and vegetables doesn't have to be difficult! Here are some easy ways to incorporate these healthful foods. more...
Basic Meat Alternatives for Low Fat Cooking
By:
Chrissy Dolezal
Lower calories and feel great with vegetarian cooking by using these great meat alternatives. Use these vegetarian foods in the family favorite and try new recipes too. more...
By:
Chrissy Dolezal
Tofu is a staple in vegetarian cooking that provides more substance to meatless meals. Tofu is easy to prepare and provides great flavor to a vegan diet. more...
By: Rasham Nassar
Despite the nutritionist recommended daily serving of dairy, studies show that cow's milk is harmful to consumer health and contributes to the issue of animal cruelty . more...
Vegan, what is one? No, what this is not about natives of Las Vegas, Nev. (even if they actually are called vegans.) more...
Environmental Reasons to Become Vegetarian
There are many reasons people become vegetarian. Others might not understand the environmental impacts of eating meat. Here are some environmental reasons to go meatless. more...
People choose to exclude meat and other animal products from their diets for a variety of reasons. Read some of the reasons people become vegetarians here. more...
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