This delicious vegan, veggie rice is a great family meal and incredibly easy to prep. What’s particularly great about this recipe is you can add or substitute in virtually any vegetable you like. Included in the recipe are some great veggies to compliment each other and bring out the flavors in the rice, but feel…
Acai berries grow on acai palm trees and are native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America. The fruit itself resembles a grape. These berries have long been praised for their superfood status and ability to help with a variety of health conditions. It has been used for centuries by indigenous tribes and civilizations to…
While there is no true definition of what constitutes a superfood, most health professionals agree that it means any particularly nutrient dense food with high levels of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins and minerals. Eating superfoods can lower your risk for various health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, etc. In addition, those who consume high…
High-impact cardio exercises can take a serious toll on your body. If you suffer from weak joints such as your knees or ankles, exercises like running can actually weaken your body rather than strengthen it. Low-impact exercises are a great way to get your heart rate up and tone your body without the risk of…
Sometimes cooking can be exhausting, especially for those with restricted diets such as vegans. While opting for processed, prepackaged food is usually the easiest option, it can really make your health suffer. That’s why these easy snack recipes were created. Even if you’re not vegan, consider trying out these easy and healthy, vegan snack recipes…
Hummus is a wonderful, versatile food great for many things. You can use it as a dip, as a sandwich spread or even use it to make homemade dressing. Follow this easy recipe to make a hummus that rivals and even surpasses any store-bought variety. Store-bought hummus is usually full of unnecessary ingredients and preservatives…
Cacao is derived from the Theobroma Cacao tree. It’s important to distinguish cacao from typical cocoa. Cocoa is heavily processed and roasted, which destroys the majority of the antioxidants and other components that make cacao a superfood. One study found that up to 90 percent of antioxidants are destroyed when cocoa powder is processed. In addition,…
Himalayan salt is a natural salt that is harvested in the Punjab region of Pakistan. This region is about 190 miles from the Himalayan mountain range. It is full of ancient salt fields. In fact, these salt fields are estimated to be over four billion years old. Himalayan salt is thought to be remnants of…
This salad is a great, hearty meal suitable for your whole family. It takes very little time to prepare and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients. In fact, you probably already have most of the items you’ll need. Quinoa offers a number of health benefits. It is technically a seed, but when prepared has the texture…
When it comes to vegan desserts, there’s always one department that seems to be lacking: ice cream. It’s hard to mimic the creaminess that comes with dairy desserts. However, for those looking to substitute their typical ice cream for something free from animal products, this cocoa-banana ‘nice’ cream is a great alternative. While the finished…
