Vegetarian Zen

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll share some helpful information about commercial versus homemade deodorants (and how to make your own). Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and […] The post VZ 256: Deodorant – The Good, the Bad, and the Homemade appeared f...

  While our core mission here at VZ is to promote the positive aspects of living a healthier plant-based lifestyle, we also want to ensure we are passing along to you any opportunities you have, as a citizen of your country, to have your voice heard on behalf of animals. In this episode of the […] The post VZ 255: Animal Abuse Legislation in the U.S. appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  Widespread outbreaks of illness resulting from contaminated produce have been in the news a lot recently. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll present some facts about foodborne illness, including how it happens and how you can lower your risk of getting sick.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of […] The post VZ 254: Some Facts About Foodborne Illness appeared first on Veget...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be talking about a new nut milk that's poised to become a staple in plant-based households…PEANUT MILK!   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us […] The post VZ 253: Peanut Milk appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we revisit the mission of Vegetarian Zen. We've been podcasting now for 5 years on a weekly basis and we have learned a LOT through our own research and through our community members and listeners. Since we just rounded episode 250, and have seen our community […] The post VZ 252: 5 Years Later — Revisiting the Mission of Vegetarian Zen appeared fir...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we discuss palm oil–what it is, how palm oil production is harming our planet, and some ways you can help mitigate that damage.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please […] The post VZ 251: What's the Deal with Palm Oil? appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is all about rice. We discuss some of the most common types of rice (white, brown, red, and black), the health benefits of eating rice, and also some of the warnings about eating rice (especially regarding its arsenic content). We also share some tips for reducing the […] The post VZ 250: Rice! (Types, Health Benefits, & More) appeared first on Vegetari...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be sharing some information about the healing properties of herbs. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please note that some of […] The post VZ 249: Healing Properties of Herbs appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we provide some tips for oil-free cooking. What this episode is NOT: because we are not trained in nutrition or in the medical industry, our goal is not to convince you to either use oil in your cooking or not use it. This is something you […] The post VZ 248: Tips for Oil-Free Cooking appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In some recent episodes, we've talked about how a couple of the popular diet plans, namely Paleo and Whole30, fit with a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based lifestyle. (To hear those episodes, check out VZ 245: Can I Do the Whole30 Program as a Vegetarian or Vegan?  and VZ 241: Is a Pegan Lifestyle Right […] The post VZ 247: Is a Ketogenic Diet Possible for Vegetarians and Vegans? appeared first o...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we talk about the health website nutritionfacts.org, including information about its founder, Dr. Michael Greger, and his mission in creating the site.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, […] The post VZ 246: The Facts About Nutritionfacts.org appeared first on...

  In today's episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we consider whether the Whole30 Program is doable as a vegetarian or vegan. We explain the basics of Whole30 including some things you can take away from the program even if you decide it's not for you. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian […] The post VZ 245: Can I do the Whole30 Program as a Vegetarian or Vegan? appeared first...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we discuss some of the changes that can occur in the body as a result of ditching animal products in favor of healthy whole plant foods.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast […] The post VZ 244: What Happens to Your Body When You Adopt a Plant Based Lifestyle? appeared first on Vegeta...

  While moderation in most things is always a good idea, every now and then we overindulge. One of the areas in which we can overdo it at times is the consumption of adult beverages. Many cures for hangovers call for greasy meat-based foods such as burgers or here, in South Texas, menudo or barbacoa […] The post VZ 243: Vegetarian and Vegan Friendly Hangover Remedies appeared first on Vegetarian Z...

  Having a healthy lunch at work or school can be difficult, particularly if you don't have access to a microwave. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share some ideas for vegetarian and vegan lunches that don't require a microwave. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! […] The post VZ 242: Fresh Ideas for Vegetarian and Vegan Lunches appeared first on V...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be learning together about a new "mashup" eating style called Peganism. We discuss what it means to be pegan and give our opinions on this relatively new lifestyle.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in […] The post VZ 241: Is a Pegan Lifestyle Right for You? appeared first on Vegetarian Zen...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share tips for being a vegetarian or vegan when other members of your household are not. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and […] The post VZ 240: Being Vegetarian or Vegan in a Non-Veg Household appeared first on Vegetarian...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we discuss sugar addiction…a very real issue that plagues many people. We talk about how and why sugar is addictive, and some ways to help overcome this powerful problem.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in […] The post VZ 239: Battling Sugar Addiction appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll explore the world of freezer cooking, a great way to navigate busy lives and still eat healthy. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a […] The post VZ 238: Freezer Cooking appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be focused on health goals for 2018—both ours and those shared with us by members of the Peas and Carrots Society.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, […] The post VZ 237: Health Goals for the New Year appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll share some ideas for cheap, quick, and healthy vegan meals. The topic was inspired by a discussion in our closed Facebook group, the Peas & Carrots Society.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in […] The post VZ 236: Cheap, Quick, and Healthy Vegan Meals appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll review what happens to the body after eating too much sugar, and offer some suggestions to mitigate the sugar crash that follows.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on […] The post VZ 235: Counteracting the Effects of Eating Too Much Sugar appeared first on Vegetari...

  A recent article on plantbasednews.org discussed some inspiring stats and trends that prove veganism is going mainstream. Even in just the 5 years since becoming vegetarians, we have seen a lot of encouraging trends that demonstrate this whole veg thing seems to be on the rise. In today's episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, […] The post VZ 234: The Rise in Veganism and Vegetarianism – 9 Trend...

  This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is all about avocados! If you've been listening for a while, you know that Larissa doesn't care for avocados but, she knows most of our VZ community is crazy about them as am I. In today's episode we're going to give you a few avocado fun facts, […] The post VZ 233: Avocados appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  For those new to the veg lingo, vegetarians consume some animal products whereas vegans avoid all foods and products made of or by animals (including honey). When we started out on our plant-based journey, we decided to become lacto-ovo vegetarians rather than vegans because we weren't quite ready to give up dairy and eggs. As […] The post VZ 232: Tips for Giving Up Dairy appeared first on Veget...