If you spend enough time in the plant-based world, you will eventually come face to face with tofu. Don’t fear this versatile soy food- here’s the basics of tofu. What is tofu? Tofu is a soy food made from coagulated soy milk. It’s been eaten in Asia for 2,000+ years! Is tofu good for me? Yes!…
Plant-based Nutrition Topics
What You Need To Know About Vitamin B12
You know the story- a plant-based diet provides plenty of protein and calcium, it’s healthy for kids, and it could save your life. But there is one nutrient that you can’t get from a plant-based diet: vitamin B12. Why Is B12 So Important? Vitamin B12 helps make DNA and red blood cells, and contribute to healthy neurological function….
7 Day Plant-based Challenge
In our last email newsletter, you may have seen the announcement of our upcoming 7-Day Plant-based Challenge. In a nutshell, we’re going to make it super simple to eat a 100% plant-based diet for one week. Here’s what to expect. If you’re new to plant-based, we’ll help ease you into it by removing a lot of…
Feeding Plant-based Kids
Today we are excited to feature our very first guest post! Ever wondered how to set your kiddos up for success on a plant-based diet? My plant eating sister is here to share how she feeds our nephews a whole food, plant-based diet! [line] Hi Plant Eaters! I am Kayli’s sister, Cara. Before I get…
Why Plant Protein is Higher Quality Than Animal Protein
You’ve probably heard animal protein called “high-quality” protein. Here is why that is a load of bull (pun intended). How Pro-Meat Defines Quality Meat’s supposed quality is based on it being a “complete” protein. Proteins are made up of a string of building blocks called amino acids. Some amino acids are called “essential” because they…
Is It Possible To Eat Too Much Fruit?
We keep letting ourselves get confused over the simplest things. For example, is it possible to eat too much fruit? I bet that deep down you know the right answer. But too many bad media headlines have you doubting yourself. The short answer: no, there is no such thing as too much fruit! Now for…
Plant-based or Paleo?
We like to keep it light and bright around here, but today we’re turning up the heat and tackling a controversial issue: Plant-based or Paleo? These two have many positive overlaps- whole foods, lots of plants, no dairy. The big differences: Paleo is pro-meat and anti-grains. Today I tell you why the modern Paleolithic Diet is…
Do Vegetarians Get Enough Protein?
Do vegetarians get enough protein? The short answer: yes! In fact, the average vegetarian eats 70% more protein than the recommended amount (0.8 grams/kilogram of body weight). We are a culture obsessed with getting enough protein. It’s really quite ridiculous considering a meager 3% of Americans (primarily those who are malnourished) are actually protein deficient. On top of our…
Vegan Cherry Lime Protein Smoothie
This smoothie has super powers. The cherries – anthocyanin in the cherries decrease muscle soreness and shortens recovery time. The bananas – bananas enhance exercise performance and replenish glycogen (the energy in your muscles) just as well as sports drinks. The tofu (yes, the tofu) – the plant protein is beautifully packaged with antioxidants, fiber…
Tropical Tofu Smoothie
It’s May and it’s smoothie season. Forget the protein powders. Forget the yogurt. Tofu is the smoothie star now. Yep, you read that right- we’re having tofu for breakfast! Trust me, it’s genius. Tofu delivers a creamy texture and a lovely boost of whole-food, plant-based protein and calcium. This version, the Tropical Tofu Smoothie, is tart,…