“I can’t think of anything better in the world to be but a vegan.” -Alicia Silverstone Today I want to give you some tips for your transition to veganism. Some people go vegan overnight, and they never look back. But for others, a slow change is more sustainable. Generally, a healthy appetite for grains, beans, and produce is all you really need to get started! If the idea of going vegan feels daunting, start with a couple of small steps, like a Meatless Monday challenge at h

Get your facts straight “As I improved my diet, I started to learn to love myself, probably for the first time ever.”-Frank Ferrante There are many myths surrounding veganism, and today I want to debunk them one by one. MYTH: Vegan diets make you weak FACT: There are vegan NFL players, MLS players, parkour athletes, and world champion powerlifters that perform at the highest levels. Athlete Rich Roll is vegan and was named one of the fittest men in the world by Men’s Fitness

“People eat meat and think they will become as strong as an ox, forgetting that the ox eats grass.” -Pino Caruso There is so much fuss over “getting enough protein,” but virtually all Americans (including vegans!) get way more than enough protein. The average recommended intake of protein is 42 grams a day. Vegans typically consume 70% more than is needed while non-vegans get 80% more than what is recommended. Protein is an essential part of the diet. It helps to build, repai

“Veganism is not a sacrifice. It is a joy.” -Gary L. Francione Going Plant based is easier than ever before! While many cultures have thrived on the plant based diet for centuries, the idea of not eating meat is only now gaining global acceptance. In today’s reading , we’ll talk about why someone may choose to go plant based. Reason # 1: Health Years of research have confirmed a well balanced Plant based diet can easily provide all the nutrients we need to thrive. In fact, a