Eating a plant-based diet can put you at risk of low iron. The side effects of low iron, like forgetfulness, fatigue, and irritability, can be prevented by focusing on whole foods that provide iron, folate, B vitamins, and vitamin C. There’s nothing worse than a bad mood that could be prevented by eating right! EnterContinueContinue reading “Two Iron-Rich Smoothies”
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Plant-Based Diets: Nutrition Concerns
Vegetarian and vegan eating patterns are an excellent approach to improving energy, balancing mood, managing weight, and preventing illness. Although a vegan diet may not be the best for everyone, there are countless benefits to limiting our intake of animal products — for our bodies, the environment, and animal welfare. A lot of good canContinueContinue reading “Plant-Based Diets: Nutrition Concerns”
Gluten-Free 101 + Meal Plan (free PDF)
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and oats processed in a shared facility with gluten grains. Gluten is known to damage the intestinal lining of those with gluten intolerance or sensitivity. Exposure to gluten can lead to weight loss, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, forgetfulness, and mood issues such as irritabilityContinueContinue reading “Gluten-Free 101 + Meal Plan (free PDF)”