vegetarian

Approximately 20 million Americans follow some form of a vegetarian diet, according to The University of Rochester Medical Center. Individuals who follow a vegetarian diet have lower rates of hypertension and Type 2 diabetes, and lower LDL…

Think vegetarian and gourmet can’t go hand-in-hand? Think again! Many of the world’s leading chefs create delicious, healthy, affordable vegetarian meals – and you can, too. There are many reasons people choose to become vegetarians.…

Greens, the leafy part of a wide variety of vegetables, including collards, spinach, beet leaves, kohlrabi leaves, and sorrel – are not only delicious, they are extremely healthy, too. Packed with vitamins A and C, iron, calcium, fiber, and…

Summer is coming with it so many tasty, healthy fruits and vegetables. Rev up your usual menus with the produce that’s now in season. It’s easy, delicious, and nourishing. 1. Zucchini In most areas, zucchini (sometimes called…

Spring is a choice time to shop for in-season produce. From now until June, many excellent fruits and vegetables are at their peak. And, as every great chef knows, choosing ingredients at their peak is one of the best ways to ensure your…

There are many reasons to avoid eating traditional pasta. It is highly processed, and therefore, not all that nutritious. In a world where many people are trying to get back to whole grains, traditional pasta doesn’t fit in very well. Pasta…

According to cookbook author Kate Heyhoe, a slew of cookbooks focusing on vegetarian food or cutting back on meat are coming. Heyhoe applauds this at least in part because she considers it more "green." Eat less meat, she says, and you…

Many medical studies show that people who eat little to no meat are generally healthier and weigh less than those who consume meat daily. So whether you’ve decided to cut down on the amount of meat you’re eating, wish to go entirely…

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) say ½ of every plate of food we eat should be covered with vegetables. There’s little doubt Americans aren’t eating enough vegetables. The question is; "How can we easily incorporate more into our…

Although collards are excellent in this omelet, feel free to substitute whatever greens you have on hand, including beet greens or fresh spinach. Servings : 1 Cooking Time : 30 Min. Difficulty Level : Average…