Top Vegan Protein Sources for a Healthy Plant-Based Diet
These are the best vegan protein sources plant-based eaters should include in their diet, from whole grains and oats to beans and soy.
These are the best vegan protein sources plant-based eaters should include in their diet, from whole grains and oats to beans and soy.
The “superfood” acai has taken the health food communities on Pinterest and Instagram by a storm! And it makes sense; it’s hard not to become intrigued with the variety of acai smoothie bowl images and gorgeous acai recipes floating around out there. But it’s always a good idea to check out health trends, which is why this article will focus on acai nutrition. Below, you’ll find plenty of evidence linking acai to truly transformative health benefits, as well as acai recipes. (Hint: our protein acai bowl recipe is unbeatable!)
If you’ve ever picked a health nut’s brain, you probably know that their “healthy eating” code includes a nutritious breakfast everyday. Of course there are several nutrients necessary for a breakfast to qualify as a “superfood,” but fiber is definitely one of them. In this post, we’ll look specifically at high fiber breakfast foods. You’ll find a variety of easy high fiber recipes, ranging from the simple grab-and-go style to something more time consuming and decadent, like a smoothie/pudding hybrid.
The benefits of hemp seeds are far-reaching, extending to both physical and mental health. Mike and I just recently started adding hemp seeds to our usual homemade coconut milk that we have with our Mu Mu, we have found such an increase in our energy and brain focus that I had to share this with you all!
Dates are one of nature’s best kept secrets; they’re deliciously sweet, flavorful, and packed full of nutrients. A handful of dried dates by itself makes a great snack, but they’re also quite tasty in creamy yogurt parfaits, oatmeal, muesli, and mixed in with other whole foods. I’ve written this article to clue you in to some major health benefits of eating dates, including basic nutritional advantages, disease prevention, and even how daily consumption can encourage a healthier pregnancy!
Are you ready to supercharge your health through a whole, natural, organic foods diet? Dubbed the “tree of life” in many cultures, the coconut is definitely one of those foods to add to your “must eat” list. In fact, the health benefits of coconut are truly astounding! It’s an incredibly versatile food, so there are many different ways to work it into your diet. It also has amazing benefits for your skin, hair, and body.
While it’s tempting to try to “play it by ear” and eat whatever vegan foods happen to be available, this isn’t the most sustainable vegan lifestyle choice. This could inadvertently lead to nutritional deficiencies, which are actually quite common in vegans who don’t make a conscious effort to eat a full, well-rounded diet.