Low Carb Vegan Diet

People often think that vegans have decided to eliminate animal products from their diet due to health benefits. While it is true that eating an increased amount of fruits and vegetables does provide many essential nutrients, a diet devoid of animal products does not always mean a healthy diet. Due to our conditioned method of eating, not consuming animals or animal products seems both daunting and dangerous.  It is easy for vegans to fall into the trap of eating processed foods filled with little nutritional value. Food in a box is often calorie-dense and doesn’t have many nutrients. Vegans...Read More

Vegan and Obesity

I met an obese Vegan in a trade show and i was surprised to hear that the guy was vegan People from all walks of life are vegan, and they have chosen a vegan lifestyle for various reasons. Concern for animal welfare, concern for the environment, and a concern for personal health are some of the driving forces for a vegan's choices. Much literature supports that a vegan lifestyle can help with an individual's health because the diet is low in cholesterol, high in fiber, and high in vegetable/fruit intake. As with any nutritional choices, an unbalanced vegan diet can be a hindrance to the health...Read More