You’ve got a case of the “itchy-swallows.” You know what I mean…you swallow and it feels like there are ants crawling around in your throat. You have to scratch that itch, so you cough. And it doesn’t work. Coughing a …
Hot Lemonade Recipe (A Warm Drink That Can Help with Sore Throat) Read More »
Why Adopt a Turkey? Every year, animal sanctuaries rescue as many turkeys as they can from that ugly fate, for which vegetarians and vegans everywhere are truly thankful. However, these sanctuaries are then responsible for the expenses associated with saving …
3 Amazing Places to Adopt a Turkey This Holiday Season Read More »
Recently in the Peas and Carrots Society Facebook group, a member posted a question asking, “What is nooch?” What followed was an AMAZING discussion among members about these mysterious yellow flakes, including some really yummy-sounding and creative ways to use …
It’s tradition down here in the southern U.S. (where we live) to get the new year started off right with a big bowl of black-eyed peas. These yummy legumes are believed to bring you good luck for the coming year. …
7 Vegan Black-Eyed Peas Recipes For A Prosperous New Year! Read More »
After we researched and recorded podcast episode 107 – “Is Danger Lurking in Your Kitchen Cabinets?” and learned that using non-stick cookware can actually have negative impacts on health, we decided we needed to make some changes. Enter Le …
Le Creuset Skillet Review: Is It Worth the Price? Read More »
This blackstrap molasses oatmeal recipe certainly takes me down memory lane! When I was little and my mom would bake delicious gingerbread or oatmeal cookies (two of my dad’s favorite desserts), I would always ask for a taste of molasses. …
When we decided to start a garden in our backyard, we knew we wanted a raised garden bed. We have 2 large dogs and wanted to be sure the garden was safe and that they were safe too! After …
Our Gronomics Raised Garden Beds (with Assembly Instructions and Pics!) Read More »
Who doesn’t love the smell of a beautiful herb garden not to mention the taste of freshly cut herbs! A few years ago, I wrote about how I assembled my Gronomics raised garden bed boxes. You can read more on …
A Guide To Creating Your Own Backyard Elevated Herb Garden Read More »
Whether you are a “sweet” or “salty” type of snacker, there are really a LOT of choices available to you when it comes to vegan snacks! Here is a list of the top 10 vegan snacks we’re noshing on in …
Are you as overwhelmed as I am by all of the different pills that claim to fight allergies? And what about all of those side effects? Sometimes I think the side effects might be WORSE than the allergies themselves. Natural …
No loaf pan? No problem! You can bake this wonderful, chewy easy one-bowl bread in an oven-safe dish. There’s also no need to proof your yeast — it’s added right in with the other ingredients, which are mixed with lukewarm …
Are You Low Carb’n? In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss the possibility of being a low carb vegetarian (yep…you can totally do it). Special thanks goes out to Andrea Gaietto and Elizabeth McGrath for suggesting this topic …
Summertime and the livin’ is easy…and the grilling can be too! Being plant-based doesn’t mean missing out on amazing flavorful grilled foods–in fact, there are more vegetables (and fruits!) to throw on the grill than there are meats. Here …
Be my Veggie-Valentine! Despite its theme of love, Valentine’s Day can be a high-pressure holiday. What to give your spouse of 30 years “who has everything”? You’ve only been on two dates with someone—do you give them a gift? Should …
6 Ways to Celebrate a Cruelty-Free & Environmentally Friendly Valentine’s Day Read More »
When most people think of chickpeas they likely think of great-tasting hummus, without knowing exactly thinking much about the health benefits of chickpeas. Read on to learn more about chickpeas, including their nutritional value, health benefits, and recipe ideas. …
Health Benefits of Chickpeas and Vegan Chickpea Recipes That Aren’t Hummus! Read More »
Meal Planning Tips to Make Life Easier for All School has started already and for families with school-aged kids life just got a LOT busier. Trying to find a balance between work, school, and home lives can leave little …
I’m Taking the Rouxbe Forks Over Knives Cooking Course! Note: This podcast episode was recorded prior to me completing the course. For a full review of the Forks Over Knives Online course after having completed the entire course, check out …
Forks Over Knives Cooking Course and Progress Update Read More »
Many Americans enjoy this time of year because it means BASEBALL. While we don’t follow a team, we do love getting outside and enjoying the act of being at a ballpark with people, watching sports, and eating some good food. …
Plant-Based Eating…Emphasis on Affordable When we hit a financial rough patch it’s easy to cut back on non-essential expenses like extra cable channels or dining out. But sometimes that’s not enough and budgeting enough for basic food expenses can become …
We have recently started including aromatherapy using essential oils as part of our monthly massages and we both love it. In this episode of the Vegetarian Podcast, we discuss the basics of essential oils–what they as well as some benefits …
In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be shedding (get it, shedding??!) some light on cruelty-free pet products, including food, treats, grooming products, and flea medicines. Please note that some of the links on this page may …
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, …
Widespread outbreaks of illnesses resulting from contaminated products 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 …
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! Please note that some of the links on this page may be …
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. Please note that some of the links on …
