We are nuts about nuts – but not all nuts are equal! When it comes to using nuts in a balanced plant-rich diet, we may encounter different opinions from the camps of nut supporters like Dr. Joel Fuhrman, or nut shunners like Dr. John McDougall. Therefore it’s important to understand that the benefit of consuming nuts […]
Month: October 2019
11 Environmental Films You May Not Know
As our livable environment is changing fast and drastically, and the discussion over human impact on climate change vs natural occurring cycles is still not settled in the minds of some part of our society, I’m inviting you to take a closer look at these 11 not widely known environmental documentaries that I have selected […]
Portland, OR – Great Vegan Eats and Rooftop Bars!
We visited Portland again after 10+ years and the first time as full vegans for the annual Portland VegFest, which is a great 2-day indoor festival about all things plant-based and cruelty-free! And after sampling and discovering the many amazing brands at VegFest, we also added a little extra time to explore the city! If you like […]
Tomato Wrap with Hummus and Rice
For this wrap we are using New Gem Food Wraps, which offer a healthy alternative for bread and tortillas by making wrappers from tomatoes, carrots or apple & kale! Lay out your wrapper sheet on a plate and spread with your favorite hummus. Then add a healthy helping of chopped leafy greens and vegetables like kale, […]
A plant-based trip planner to Napa & Sonoma Valleys!
It’s Autumn and the grapes are now being harvested in the beautiful wine valleys of California’s Napa and Sonoma regions! That alone is worth a trip, but this season also brings out the music in the charming wine towns and vineyards, with festivals and open-air concerts everywhere! And even if you are not into wine, the […]
Our Favorite 7 Health Documentaries
Whether you would like to learn about nutritional remedies for diabetes, heart disease, cancer, obesity, etc. or are looking for a healthier, fitter & trimmer version of yourself, the following movies are illustrating the facts & fiction about the role that diet and lifestyle play in our everyday well-being, and how they can be used […]
