Coenzyme Q10 Coenzyme Q10 (known as CoQ10 or ubiquinone) is naturally occurring in the body. We can get more of this helpful antioxidant from foods in our diets, including oily fish like salmon and tuna, or…
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Vegan Miso Soup with Silken Tofu
It comes together quite simply, but you’ll be wowed with the complex depth of flavor created in this vegan miso soup! This recipe includes some pretty unique, yet nutritious ingredients: Miso is a paste made from…
What is a FODMAP Diet?
You’ve likely heard someone reference a “FODMAP diet” in your travels. What they are referring to is, in fact, a low FODMAP diet. FODMAPs are a group of carbohydrates that are poorly absorbed in the small…
Astaxanthin: From Algae to Antioxidant
It’s a tricky one to spell and even harder to pronounce, but it is mighty powerful within the body. Astaxanthin benefits us as an antioxidant, but more specifically, a carotenoid. Naturally occurring in algae, this carotenoid…
Citrus Salad with Apple Cider Vinegar Dressing
In wintertime, we relish those tart notes of the citrus that comes into season! Indulge in those great flavors as either a side to a fabulous meal or a wholesome stand-alone dish with this Citrus Salad…
10 Tasty Vegan Foods
Veganism has been around for a very long time, but recent advancements in food science have made it far more accessible. There are now so many convenient products available that look, taste, and feel like the…
How Are Coconuts, Olives, Sunshine, and Berries Related?
We tend to think of our immune system as a superstar only during the cold and dreary winter months. While it certainly does work overtime to keep us healthy from nasty seasonal bugs, the health of…
GABA for Memory, Mood, and Spatial Awareness
What is Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)? Gamma-aminobutyric acid is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the human cortex — the outermost layer of the brain. It is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body. Neurotransmitters are…
Cinnamon Roll & Apple Monkey Bread
We love this twist on a classic recipe, monkey bread! Replace regular bread or biscuits with cinnamon rolls and you have a whole new flavor dimension. This recipe combines apples, spices, and sweet cinnamon rolls to…
The History of Vegan
November is World Vegan Month. It is a time to celebrate those living an animal-free lifestyle. World Vegan Month began in 1994 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Vegan Society. However, the concept of veganism…