Dear Fit, I am trying the vegetarian lifestyle and have finally given up bacon and hamburgers and went meat-free. I have a family history of obesity, heart disease, and cancer, and have read that a diet rich in fruits and veggies can play a huge role in prevention. I've been loading up on the green veggies, beans, fruits, and tofu. My taste buds don't really miss meat, but it hasn't even been a Read more

Happy World Vegan Day! Just in time for candy-fueled post-Halloween remorse comes a day dedicated to celebrating the plant-based diet. Whether these top 10 signs you're a vegan describe you to a T or you're a vegan newbie, we've got a few resources for you. World Vegan Day marks the start of World Vegan Month in November; celebrate by checking out our vegan page for even more tips, recipes, and Read more

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Today is Fat Tuesday, a time, it seems, to celebrate the excess. From alcohol-infused celebrations to indulgent feasts, Christians (and others) around the world take this last day to go all out before the pre-Easter season of Lent. The gluttony of today will be gone tomorrow, however, since many will be fasting or otherwise giving up vices in honor of Lent. But even if you're not religious, Lent Read more

Grab your broccoli and tofu because today, Oct. 1, is World Vegetarian Day. It kicks off Vegetarian Awareness Month: 31 days devoted to celebrating this plant-based diet and teaching others about its benefits. If you ever contemplated going vegetarian, here are some things you may want to consider. Ditching meat from your diet can help: Reduce your risk of heart disease, strokes, and certain Read more