Vegetarian Zen

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we're getting ready for a Fourth of July vegetarian cookout.  We'll talk about all the great foods you can grill BESIDES meat, as well as some strategies for going to cookouts away from home. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! […] The post VZ 106: Vegetarian Cookout with Vickie and Larissa appeared first on Vegetarian...

  Today's episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is a listener request. Rachel asked us if we would explore the topic of vegetarian and vegan men. Here is what she said: I have an idea for a future podcast. I think a lot of vegetarians and vegans are women.  Why aren't there many guys who […] The post VZ 105: Why Aren't There More Vegetarian and Vegan Men? appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  We talk often about eating "in season" to help you save money and find the freshest foods, but how do you know what is in season in your area? In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be offering some resources to help you figure out what's available to you and when. Thanks […] The post VZ 104: Resource Guide – How to Find In-Season Produce appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be talking about stress.  We'll discuss some foods that can exacerbate stress levels and which foods may give you some relief. 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 […] The post VZ 103: Food and Stress – How to Eat Properly to Stress Less appea...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we revisit a topic we first discussed back in episode 70.  We'll be discussing the cost of following a plant-based diet: whether it is more expensive than an omnivore diet, and some things you can do to eat plant-based for less. Thanks for tuning in to this […] The post VZ 102: How to Save Money When Following a Plant-Based Diet appeared first on Ve...

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be snacking, vegan-style.  We'll talk about pre-packaged snacks and ones you can easily make at home.  Yum!! 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 101: Attack of the Vegan Snacks! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

  In this, our 100th episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share 5 things vegetarians and vegans want people to know. 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 […] The post VZ 100: 5 Things Vegetarians and Vegans Want People to Know appeared first on Vege...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we talk about our garden…we're getting adventurous this year and adding more than just herbs! We discuss our natural growing and pest control methods, plus our successes and some challenges we've encountered.  Listen for some simple gardening tips we've learned from growing our own herbs and vegetables. […] The post VZ 099: Simple Gardening Tips – Les...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be talking about ways to veganize your home. We'll make you aware of quite a few common home items that you would never think are made from animals, and we'll tell you things to look for when furnishing a vegan household. Thanks for tuning in to […] The post VZ 098: Vegan Home Furnishings – Tips to Veganize Your Home appeared first on Vegetarian...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast we'll be discussing how to shop smart at farmers markets.  These venues are a great place to shop for fresh, local veggies and fruits, plus scratch-made breads and pastries, jams and jellies, honey, soap, and lots more. Shopping at a fresh market is very different (and in […] The post VZ 097: How to Shop Smart at a Farmers Market appeared first on Vege...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be continuing with our spring gardening theme and talking about heirloom plants and seeds. The word "heirloom" means a treasured possession that has remained in a family for generations.  In today's episode you'll learn why seeds need to be treasured and preserved more than any family […] The post VZ 096: Growing the Future with Heirloom Seeds an...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast we offer tips to make your home eco-friendly.  First, we let you know why "traditionally-made" furnishings such as furniture, mattresses, pillows, and linens fall short on the sustainability spectrum. Next, we let you know what to look for when shopping; things like ecologically-harvested wood, bamboo instead of […] The post VZ 095: A Guide to Eco-Frie...

Spring is finally here, and it's time to get those gardens in shape for a new growing season. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast we'll be talking about composting: what it is, what you can compost and what you can't, the different methods of composting, and how to use your composted materials. Thanks […] The post VZ 094: Composting 101 appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is all about coffee. You'll learn about some of the purported benefits of this magic brown liquid, as well as some things to look out for.  We'll also discuss the importance of buying organic, fair-trade coffee. After doing the research for this episode we checked the coffee we […] The post VZ 093: Coffee Talk with Vickie and Larissa appeared first on Veg...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast we talk about some animal sanctuaries that are doing amazing work to help animals in need.  We delve a little into the mission of each group, talk about their outreach programs, and share some fun facts. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! […] The post VZ 092: Animal Sanctuaries — Making the World a Safer Place for Anima...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast we discuss buying organic vs non-GMO (and there is a huge difference!).  We define each term and let you know which one is more important to consider when you're at the market. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find […] The post VZ 091: Organic vs Non-GMO appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we'll be reviewing the documentary Fat, Sick, & Nearly Dead 2.  Filmed 5 years after the original Fat Sick & Nearly Dead, this film updates Joe Cross's progress, features lots of interviews of real people who were inspired to get healthy through juicing, and has more great […] The post VZ 090: Joe Cross Is Back In "Fat, Sick, & Nearly Dead 2" appeared...

This episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast is all about coconut oil. Is it a health food or just hype?  We discuss some health claims associated with coconut oil, what the research says, our conclusions, and some popular (and not so well-known) uses. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you […] The post VZ 089: Coconut Oil – Health Food or Hype? appeared first on...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be discussing diabetes and healthy plant-based foods. We briefly explain how the Glycemic Index ("GI" factor) works, talk about the factors that can affect the GI of foods, and how some aspects of a HEALTHY, BALANCED plant-based diet may benefit diabetics. Thanks for tuning in to […] The post VZ 088: A Discussion About Diabetes and Plant-Based Fo...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we take a look at the vegetarian and vegan offerings of several ethnic cuisines, including Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Mexican, Middle Eastern, and more.  We also make you aware of some of the "hidden" non-veg aspects of foods from these cultures.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode […] The post VZ 087: Exploring the Diverse and Delicious Vegetarian...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be taking a look at some vegetarian apps and vegan apps, as well as those that may be helpful for animal lovers, and environmentally-conscious people.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and […] The post VZ086: Vegetarian, Vegan, or Environmentally-Conscious? There's an App for Th...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we're excited to share the details of our second Veggieversary celebration! We also revisit the reasons we became vegetarians two years ago and share five quotes that best represent those reasons.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our […] The post VZ 085: A Veggieversary Quote-a-Thon appeared fir...

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be discussing some ideas for simple 5-ingredient 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 of the links […] The post VZ 084: Simple 5-Ingredient Recipes appeared first on Vegetarian Zen...

  Not everyone lives in an area where vegan foods are readily available, which can make being a vegan a bit of a challenge. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we'll be sharing a few resources to buy vegan food online.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If […] The post VZ 083: Where to Buy Vegan Food Online appeared first on Vegetarian Zen .

In this episode, we share some of the most common tricks that food manufacturers use in an attempt to fool consumers like you into thinking their product is healthy (or at least healthier than other options). We know the majority of our listeners are trying to do better for themselves and for their families as far […] The post VZ 082: Don't Be Fooled By Deceptive Food Labels! appeared first on Veg...