Mooooove Over Cow's Milk: Soy and Rice Milk Explained


Updated 01/17/07 2:29 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Mooooove Over Cow's Milk:  Soy and Rice Milk Explained

There are many beverage choices for people who are lactose intolerant. We're lucky enough in this day and age to be growing up with delicious and nutritious non-dairy, milk alternatives. So the 2 main ones to choose from are soy milk and rice milk. What's the difference? Soy milk originated in China and is made, obviously, using soybeans. They are soaked and then ground up with Read more

Even Vegans Aren't Immune to Heart Disease


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Get Heart-Healthy Nutrients That Vegans Need

Being that February is heart health month, it's a good time to review how to keep your ticker ticking properly. Ditching artery-clogging meat and dairy products, which increase risk for heart disease, sounds like a step in the right direction, but unfortunately going vegan like Alicia Silverstone doesn't automatically put you on the safe list. According to research, vegans may not be getting Read more