Vegetarian Zen

  Cookies!  There's really nothing more to say about this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast except…cookies!!  We talk about our favorite holiday cookies, share some resources for vegan, gluten-free, and diabetic-friendly cookie recipes, and some tips for veganizing cookie recipes.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If […] The post VZ 131: Holiday Cookies – Ve...

  "Salad-eater" tends to be the stereotype by which vegetarians are defined. And in general, it's probably a fair guess to say that most people's idea of "salad" in this instance is some lettuce in a bowl with a few tomatoes, maybe a cucumber, and some dressing. While we would venture to guess that most […] The post VZ 130: Anatomy of a Salad appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we present our 2015 vegetarian and vegan gift guide for the holidays.  It's jam-packed with great gift ideas, and you'll find direct links to many of the products and companies we mention in the notes below.  And if we missed some of your favorite goodies, be […] The post VZ 129: To the Holidays and Beyond! 2015 Vegetarian and Vegan Gift Guide appea...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we do some tart talking…all about vinegar. You'll hear about the types of vinegar, some ways to use it in cooking, the purported health benefits of apple cider vinegar, and some ways to incorporate it into your green cleaning routine.   Thanks for tuning in to this […] The post VZ 128: Vinegar Is Amazing! (Don't Let the Sour Disposition Fool You) app...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we share some tips for preparing delicious plant-based slow cooker recipes. 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 […] The post VZ 127: Slow Cooker Recipes and Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans appear...

  We recently put out a call to you, our listeners and readers, to ask Vegetarian Zen anything you wanted to know about us. You did not disappoint! You came up with some really great questions, and in this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we do our very best to answer them.   Thanks […] The post VZ 126: Ask Vegetarian Zen Anything appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we tackle vegetarian cooking for one (and vegan cooking, too!). Just because it's just you doesn't mean you should cave in to fast food, or maintain a steady diet of breakfast cereal!  We share some simple tips to keep you eating healthy meals.   Thanks for […] The post VZ 125: Vegetarian Cooking for One appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss what you can do if you are a vegetarian craving meat. Yes, it does happen and it's nothing to be ashamed about. Many of us were raised on meat and it's natural to crave it both in the physical sense and in the social/psychological […] The post VZ 124: Help! I'm a Vegetarian Craving Meat! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast we discuss calcium intake, a subject that concerns many people, vegetarians AND omnivores alike. There is a myth that in order to get enough calcium from our diets, we must consume milk from animals.  This is simply not true! We'll talk about this misconception and share which […] The post VZ 123: Vegetarians and Calcium – The Truth Revealed! appeare...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we have fun recapping Vickie's wildly successful TED-like presentation called "Zen and the Art of Being Me".  She delivered this 16-minute speech to a group of 300 peers from her corporate job, and did a fantastic job!  Once the video clip is made available to her […] The post VZ 122: Zen and the Art of Being Me appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast you'll learn all about tempeh, one alternative to tofu when it comes to making tasty vegetarian and vegan dishes.  We've mentioned it in other episodes, but we had a listener request to devote an entire episode to tempeh, so here we are!   Thanks for tuning in […] The post VZ 121: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Tempeh appeared first on Vege...

  Happy World Animal Day!!! This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is dedicated to animals everywhere! In it we share lots of information about World Animal Day: what it is, how it got started, and ways YOU can get involved. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you […] The post VZ 120: Happy World Animal Day! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  We were fortunate to be able to attend a screening of the documentary PlantPure Nation this past week. The film was directed by Nelson Campbell, son of renowned researcher and whole-plant-foods advocate T. Colin Campbell.  As Campbell (the younger) explains, PlantPure Nation is a grass-roots movement aimed at changing the way America eats by […] The post VZ 119: Building a PlantPure Nation appea...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be talking about something that's pretty new – vegan butcher shops! In the past couple of years these businesses have slowly been starting to pop up, and it's really great news for the vegetarian and vegan community.  We'll talk about where you might find a […] The post VZ 118: Vegan Butcher Shops – Yes, They DO Exist (and They're Awesome!)! ap...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss a topic that was suggested by a listener. She wondered if some people who became vegetarian or vegan for reasons pertaining to animal welfare suffer from depression because they feel that they are not making a difference with vegetarianism. We address some reasons for these feelings […] The post VZ 117: Making a Difference with Vegetariani...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll tackle a topic that thwarts many people in their attempts to go completely vegan: CHEESE. We'll talk about some dairy-free ways to satisfy your cheese cravings, plus take a look at what goes into making vegan cheese.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode […] The post VZ 116: The Vegan Cheese Episode appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we discuss thyroid issues and iodine deficiencies, and why they are of special interest to vegetarians and vegans. Vickie discloses a personal story and shares why thyroid and iodine issues recently became important to us. Disclaimer: Everything we discuss is based STRICTLY on our own research […] The post VZ 115: Are You Getting Enough Iodine? Your...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be talking about how to use frozen vegetables and fruits in ways that go way beyond just giving them the boiling water treatment.  In fact, boiling water is actually bad for your frozen veggies…we'll tell you why!   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the […] The post VZ 114: How to Take Frozen Vegetables from Frosty to Fabulous appeared f...

  On this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we interview Megan Cain of The Creative Vegetable Gardener. She has been featured in Apartment Therapy, The Organic Gardner Podcast, the Art of Non-Conformity blog, and the PBS's Victory Garden Edible Feast. Megan is an urban gardener and garden educator, and is the author of two books: […] The post VZ 113: Interview with Megan Cain, AKA The Creativ...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be delving into the mystifying world of fatty acids. We'll have a little primer to help understand what fatty acids are before we delve into the heart of the topic, the essential fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of […] The post VZ 112: Demystifying Essential Fatty Acids – Omega-3 and Omega-6 appeared first...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we talk about some natural alternatives to sugar for sweetening your foods.  None of that artificial, made-by-scientists stuff like aspartame or Splenda…what we'll be discussing was all made in Mother Nature's laboratory.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If […] The post VZ 111: 10 Natural Sweeteners (Besides White...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss compelling reasons to transform your yard into an edible paradise using foodscaping. 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 […] The post VZ 110: Using Foodscaping to Maximize the Deliciousness of Your Y...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be discussing a familiar concept with a new name. What exactly is a reducetarian and why is being one a good thing? We'll find out! Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and […] The post VZ 109: You May Be a Reducetarian (and not even know it!) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  Summer is here, and vacation season is in full swing. While travel is fun for us, it takes its toll on the environment in some pretty big ways. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share seven tips for eco-friendly travel.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian […] The post VZ 108: 7 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be taking a look at different types of cookware. More specifically, we'll examine why non-stick pans are really a bad idea, and offer some other, healthy cookware options. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in […] The post VZ 107: Is Danger Lurking In Your Kitchen Cabinets? appeared first on V...