Soy It can be a big part of a vegetarian diet. Most of the nutrients that vegetarians have to be aware of, such as iron, protein, vitamin B12, and omega 3 fatty acids, are contained in soy and soy products (Eating). For many meat dishes, tofu is a great substitute. Soymilk is a delicious alternative to dairy milk. Soy and soy byproduct are also “used … Continue reading Soy: It could give you man boobs

One of the stigmas behind vegetarianism is that people who follow the diet are all skinny and weak. Other than Popeye, we don’t usually associate hardcore athletes with plant based diets. Rocky Balboa  eats raw eggs for protein, not a three bean salad. To become strong and gain muscle, the traditional advice is to consume animal products like meat, fish, eggs, and cheese to get … Continue reading Big Buff Vegetarians

Link to Essay: http://www.allrandall.com/Collura_Chapter.pdf             This essay questions the fundamental basis of our health crazes. Collura discusses our obsession with the return to the garden of Eden for humans. We are trying to find a simple solution for the complex issue of how to nourish ourselves. New diets all claim to have the perfect balance of foods for our bodies, but this article discusses how … Continue reading What is natural anyway?

Drew Ramsey argues in his blog post that our brains need meat for optimal development and functioning. Does the author know what he’s talking about? Drew Ramsey, M.D. is an assistant clinical professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. His clinical work focuses on the treatment of depression and anxiety with a combination of psychotherapy, lifestyle modification, and psychopharmacology. Ramsey may … Continue reading Meat for Brains

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