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Should You Still Take Vitamin D in the Summer?
There’s a reason vitamin D is called the Sunshine Vitamin: Your body produces this hormone-like vitamin whenever your skin is exposed to a significant amount of direct sunlight. Knowing this, it’s easy to assume that you’ll naturally get enough vitamin … Continue reading
3 Essential Vitamins for Vegan Moms While Breastfeeding
Nursing mothers, especially those following vegan and vegetarian diets, may find that they need to be strategic about what they eat to ensure that both they and their children are getting all of the nutrients they need. Here’s a list … Continue reading
Seasonal Produce Recipe Round Up: Spring/Summer 2021
In most of the country, the onset of spring has meant the opening of farmers’ markets and a new, robust selection of fresh, in-season produce to add to your weekly menu. If you’re looking for ways to spruce up your … Continue reading
World Health Day: Health Equity and Your Health
World Health Day is more than just a holiday meant to remind you to eat healthily and not skip your workout. This year, it’s about health equity, too. We cover everything you need to know about this year’s World Health … Continue reading
What Should I Do If I Accidentally Eat Meat as a Vegan?
When you become vegan, it may feel like you’re adopting an all-or-nothing lifestyle. In certain regards, that’s true! By definition, veganism involves zero consumption or use of animal products or byproducts. It’s not always abundantly clear, however, which foods and … Continue reading
The Truth About Vitamin D and COVID-19
Long before COVID-19 began making headlines in late 2019, vitamin D was known by the scientific community to be beneficial for more than just bone and muscle health. While vitamin D deficiency is associated with increased susceptibility to infection, more … Continue reading
The Best Vegan Calcium Supplement for Breastfeeding Moms
Expectant and breastfeeding moms have a double duty: not only do they need to make sure that their babies are getting all of the nutrients they need, but they must also ensure that they themselves are properly nourished. Pregnancy and … Continue reading
The 4 Essential Nutrients Every Vegan Needs
There’s no doubt about it; vegan diets have been shown to produce better health outcomes than other standard diets. That doesn’t mean, however, that vegans are in the clear when it comes to perfect nutrition. In fact, there are many … Continue reading
The Ultimate Holiday Survival Guide for Vegans
The holidays can feel like a particularly fraught time of year – especially if you’re concerned that the menu at your holiday get-together won’t include vegan-friendly options. Between Aunt Margie peddling her holiday cheesecake and Uncle Dave insisting that no … Continue reading
