A new study based on 30 years of observation has found that replacing red meat with high-quality plant foods such as beans and nuts may be associated with a significantly reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). The study, which was published by the BMJ, focused on 23,272 … [Read more...] about Swapping red meat with beans and nuts can lower risk of heart disease
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Ditch beef: Beyond Meat’s new plant-burgers are healthier and juicer
Just last week, we wrote a story about Pizza Hut becoming the first national pizza chain to offer plant-based toppings from Beyond Meat at all their locations. This week, we have more news from Beyond Meat after the faux-meat company unveiled new versions of its plant-based … [Read more...] about Ditch beef: Beyond Meat’s new plant-burgers are healthier and juicer
Want a substitute for seafood? This magic plant tastes unmistakably like oysters
With an abundance of meat alternatives available on the market these days, it can be quite easy to remove meat from your diet. Fish, on the other hand, has very little alternatives. Whole Foods started selling faux-tuna recently, but that’s about it when it comes to seafood … [Read more...] about Want a substitute for seafood? This magic plant tastes unmistakably like oysters
Amsterdam city council to have all its catered events meat-free
The Dutch capital wants to set an example to other cities around the world by taking meat off of their menus. Amsterdam’s city council has recently announced plans to serve vegetarian food as standard at all catered events in its buildings from next year onward. Meetings in the … [Read more...] about Amsterdam city council to have all its catered events meat-free
Impress your carnivore friends with these delicious vegetarian dishes
Any vegetarian knows the best way to win over carnivores is to show them just how good a meat-less meal can be. So, if you’re looking for new ways to wow everyone at the dinner table—including the carnivores—here are a few delicious veggie dishes that are full of flavor and … [Read more...] about Impress your carnivore friends with these delicious vegetarian dishes