A new study published this week in the journal Neurology found that the nutrients in leafy greens may help prevent dementia and brain aging. Researchers at Rush University and Tufts University studied 960 people and found that those who reported eating one to two daily servings of green leafy vegetables, such as kale, lettuce or spinach, had…
They say the secret to happiness is helping others. If that is true, Dr. Michael Greger must be one of the happiest men in the world. The great lengths that he goes to help people understand the connection between nutrition and chronic disease is unrivaled. If you are not familiar with Dr. Michael Greger, here…
There may be some decent packaged vegan energy bars on the market, but there is nothing like homemade. These vegan energy bars are so easy to throw together, and the flavor combinations can be as creative as your imagination. Often I will add dried tart cherries, slivered almonds or even some carob chips for…
Confused about carbohydrates? Well you are not alone and learning what good carbohydrates are is the key to a successful healthy diet. To understand why carbs often get a bad rap, first, we need to be aware of the different types of carbohydrates. Why is this important? Because carbohydrates are our body’s primary source of…
For the past couple of years, I have been on a quest to create the perfect vegan black bean burger. After many different attempts, I believe that I may have accomplished my goal with this vegan black bean burger with quinoa and beets. Burgers made with animal protein have lots of sticky saturated fats which…
Looking for a vegan food show stopper? Watch this vegan roast Wellington video and spoil your friends and family with this rich and savory roast stuffed with mushrooms, eggplant, quinoa, and lentils. Yes, this recipe is a lot of work but the results are delicious and so impressive. One of the reasons I created…
New research suggests that when to eat a meal plays a significant role in predicting weight loss or gain. I am not a big fan of counting calories on a plant-based diet because I believe a healthy vegan diet is a path to lifelong weight control. But the idea of when to eat your calories…
One Pot Tomato Basil Spinach Pasta is the easiest pasta you will ever make. Throw all the ingredients into one pot and about 10 minutes later it is done! I ran across this recipe from a friend of mine. Being an Italian girl and growing up on pasta, I was skeptical, but I was wrong.…
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie with Lentils, Mushrooms & Peas If you need comfort food or need a healthy plant-based meal for a hungry family, this vegan Shepherd’s Pie is it! This warm and comforting dish is still full of deep and rich flavor, even without the meat. Shepherd’s Pie is also called cottage pie by some depending…
Oil-Free Vegan Mayonnaise Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Makes approximately one cup Author: Ordinary Vegan Serves: 1 cup Ingredients 1 cup cashews, that has been soaked in hot water for 2 hours or soaked overnight, ¼ cup aquafaba liquid (liquid from cooked chickpeas carton) ¼ cup water 2…
