Calcium
Calcium is a mineral that is found in the soil and is then absorbed into the roots of plants.Why do we need calcium? To keep our teeth and bones healthy and strong (99% of calcium is in bones &teeth) Muscle contraction Nerve transmission Normal heart rhythm Wound...
Veganising Your Kitchen Pantry
Most of us were raised as omnivores (eaters of plants and animals), and depending on our culture and our parents’ preferences, we always seemed to have certain items available in our kitchen. These were usually the type of items that could be used in many different...
New Years’ Resolutions – Yes Or No?
Almost on queue as the clock strikes midnight, writers, bloggers and other prominent figures share their often conflicting opinions about whether we should set New Year’s resolutions or not. Each side, whether in favour or against, gives a very passionate argument on...
Avocados – Fruit of the Gods
People often avoid eating avocado because they know it’s high in calories. What many people don’t realise is that this fruit contains nearly 20 vital vitamins and minerals and it can also help with weight loss. In fact, most dieticians consider avocado to be a...
So You Want To Go Vegan
Over the last few years, there has been a surge in veganism. Documentaries like Forks Over Knives, Cowspiracy and What the Health have illustrated the dark sides of a carnivore diet and encouraged more and more people to embrace a vegan lifestyle. Some are intrigued...
Supplements – What Every Vegan Needs To Know
The first thing non-vegans usually ask me is: “Where do you get your protein?” The first thing a fellow-vegan usually wants to know is: “What supplements do you take?” There’s a great deal of confusion about whether a vegan diet lacks certain nutrients and what...
