Zinc is a common metal that is important to health, especially for vegans. The human body usually contains around 4 to 6 grams of zinc. The recommended amount of dietary zinc required for the average individual is 8 mg per day for women and 11mg per day for men. Different types of dietary zinc are… Continue reading »
Apr
28
Apr
12
Vegan Link of the Week.
Since the world wide web is an endless play ground and just about every vegan has given blogging a shot, we’re gonna post a site each week that is worth checking out.
Mar
10
Focus on Nutrition: Fiber
Fiber is a virtually indigestible substance that is found mainly in the outer layers of plants. It is a special type of carbohydrate that passes through the digestive system without being broken down into nutrients. I’m sure we’ve all heard about the need for enough fiber in the diet. But few people understand the importance… Continue reading »
Feb
10
Focus on Nutrition: Protein
A common misconception about the vegan diet is that what you eat can not possibly provide you with the appropriate amount of nutrients to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Let’s take a minute to look at protein and how much you realistically need and how easy it is to get! Proteins are available in so many… Continue reading »
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