http://www.veggierecipe.org Helping you find that veggie recipe you are looking for. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:20:59 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/vegetarian-recipes-cooking-with-tofu/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/vegetarian-recipes-cooking-with-tofu/#comments Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:20:59 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/vegetarian-recipes-cooking-with-tofu/
If you aren’t a vegetarian now and haven’t been one in the past, you probably also haven’t eaten tofu many times. In fact, the only time most people hear about tofu it is in jokes aimed at vegetarians.

So why is it that vegetarians eat this stuff all the time? Is is it simply because they have no other choice?

The answer is both yes and no.

Being a vegetarian doesn’t mean you have to eat tofu. In fact, there are many vegetarians who never eat tofu or any popular meat-replacement dishes–such as “veggie burgers” or “tofurkey”–for that matter.

As long as they research and create meal plans, vegetarians can maintain a healthy diet eating traditional meals or ethnic dishes.

Tofu is often cited as something exclusively vegetarian because it is a versatile, highly-nutritional, and can be used to replace meat dishes.

Not only can it be created in textures, consistencies, and flavors that simulate a range of meats–from turkey to hamburg–but it can also actually replace and far exceed the nutritional value of similar meat dishes.

While vegetarians do not actually need to consume tofu, doing so is often a wise dietary choice–and also the next best thing to eating similar meat products (for those who enjoyed meat dishes before they became vegetarians).

Tofu is a low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-calorie food made out of steamed and compressed soy beans. Not only is it a great source of protein–which many vegetarians lack–but it is also heart-healthy and has been linked to a decreased

risk in cancer.

In addition to being served as a meat alternative, tofu is also served in a number of spicy and ethnic dishes, which were never intended to contain meat. Many ethnic Indian dishes contain large amounts of tofu cooked and spiced

in different ways.

So here is my suggestion to you: If you aren’t already a vegetarian, but want to become one, don’t let tofu get in your way. You can maintain a healthy vegetarian diet without ever eating it. However, if you already are a vegetarian, but haven’t tried tofu, I highly suggest you do. It is both nutritional and versatile – and it might not taste as bad as you think.


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One vegetarian favorite is the chili. A true chili vegetarian recipe cook however, knows that there is more to just randomly adding any kind of chili pepper. There are some things that you need to take into consideration with your chili vegetarian recipe.

Know Your Chili

The amount of chili in your recipe will depend mainly on your capacity to withstand its hotness. The question however is how to find out if there is too much in your chili vegetarian recipe. One basic step is to know your chili peppers. It is a fact for example that bell peppers and pimiento provide no hot taste at all so you can basically add as much as you want in a dish. Habanero and santaka chilies however are among the hottest so you would do well to add moderate amounts in your chili vegetarian recipe. The famous jalapenos are only about moderately hot and are often the favorite ingredients in a chili vegetarian recipe.

Rev Up on Moderately Hot

Increase chili peppers in the middle or lower range of hotness if you can’t take habaneros that are too hot. It is a fact that a chili vegetarian recipe is packed with full flavor which means that you need less of salt, sugar or other sources of flavor which are not healthy in large amounts.

Chilies have also health benefits like the antioxidants that can help clean up your system. They are also natural pain killers that do not dull all of your vital senses.

Handle Chilies Properly

Chilies can burn the skin. Handle chilies only with your bare hands if you only have a small quantity to cut. Handling lots of chilies for a flavorful chili vegetarian recipe can burn your skin. It makes better sense to use cooking gloves with lots of hot chilies. Make sure too that the juice of chili peppers never find its way into your eyes. Chili juice on your eyes can be a very painful experience. You can also keep your skin and hands off chili peppers by grinding them instead.

Manage the Heat

Remove the chili seeds and the white membrane before cutting and adding the chili to your recipe if you’re not too keen about its hotness. Tomato sauce is also said to be effective in helping lessen the hotness of chili.

Avoid beer and other beverages if the chili is already heating up your tongue. While people still popularly use water to kill the fire of a chili recipe, yogurt and milk seem to be more effective.

Mix with Other Tastes

Your chili vegetarian recipe would taste best with garlic, beans, tofu, onions and tomatoes. Just make sure that you mix your ingredients well so that the chili flavor does not stick in just some parts of the recipe but watch out for burned ingredients. Experts advise though that ingredients shouldn’t be mixed all at once since this could kill the hot taste. Sauté the spices gradually to release the chili oil that holds the secret to its hot taste. Depending on the dish, you can serve a chili dish the next day to give time for flavors and tastes to mix.


]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/getting-the-most-out-of-your-chili-vegetarian-recipe/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/the-toddler-road-to-a-vegetarian-diet/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/the-toddler-road-to-a-vegetarian-diet/#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2009 02:36:33 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/the-toddler-road-to-a-vegetarian-diet/ Though many people have the idea that feeding a toddler a vegetarian diet isn’t safe, so long as parents take care to make sure that all the appropriate nutrients are met, it’s actually quite healthy.

Some benefits to a lifelong, proper vegetarian diet include a lower risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.

The main problem with vegetarianism and toddler nutrition is making sure your child gets enough nutrients and calories. Calorie consumption is important for ensuring your toddler has the energy he needs to play hard and grow.

It can be challenging to develop a well-rounded vegetarian toddler menu that provides enough protein and iron. Since toddlers already have such a small appetite, it can be difficult to get them to eat enough vegetables or beans to receive all of their nutrients. Therefore, it is important that vegetarian children are served nutrient-dense foods.

Soybeans and tofu are a great source of protein for adults and children over four. For toddlers, though, it shouldn’t be used as their main source of protein. In this instance, compliment the tofu or soybeans that you serve with soymilk that has been fortified with vitamins and minerals. Not only will this help provide some protein, it will also help your toddler’s nutrition by providing calcium, and vitamins A and D, which can often be hard to get in a vegan diet.

Iron can be found in many vegetarian-friendly foods. Kidney beans, lima beans, green beans, and spinach are all excellent sources of iron. However, unlike iron derived from animal sources, iron from vegetables can be hard for your body to absorb properly. But serving a vitamin C rich food with those beans or spinach can make the iron easier for your toddler to absorb. Some great sources of vitamin C include tomatoes, oranges, broccoli, red peppers, and cantaloupe.

While it is possible to raise a healthy vegan, it can take a bit more work. You may need to supplement your toddler’s diet to ensure they get all the nutrition that they need. Vitamin B-12 can be especially difficult for vegans to get enough of.

While vegetables contain some B-12 vitamins, the body does not easily absorb these. Your toddler’s healthcare provider can help you decide on a B-12 suitable for toddlers.

A diet that does not allow for calcium can also be detrimental to your child’s health. Calcium helps to make bones stronger and aids in proper growth and development. Choose soymilk that is calcium-fortified, but be sure it’s also fortified with other nutrients that your toddler needs for good nutrition.

Vegetarian child. The term almost sounds like an oxymoron we’ve joked about through the years, like jumbo shrimp. The words just don’t seem to go together! It’s not as unnatural as it may sound.

Actually, kids are almost natural vegetarians. It’s imperative that you offer your growing vegetarian child a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, and soy based proteins to ensure they have the energy and nutrients needed to grow up strong, healthy, and happy.

When you’re planning a healthy vegetarian diet, you’re only limited by your imagination. It’s important to incorporate a wide variety of whole grains, legumes, vegetables and fruits in different meals, including seeds and nuts. Variety is the spice of life, and it will help ensure your vegetarian diet is nutrient-dense, interesting, and fun! Aim for variety, even when you serve favorite entrees over and over again, by serving different side dishes, snacks and desserts.

Be creative in planning meals. Boost your consumption of beans and vegetables by eating these foods at lunch time rather than just for dinner. Make it a goal to serve a vegetable every day for lunch and two for dinner.

Plan a meal around a vegetable. A baked potato can be a hearty entree; serve it with baked beans, a sauce of stewed tomatoes or a few tablespoons of salsa. Or make a simple meal of sautéed vegetables and pasta.

Try new foods often. Experiment with a variety of grains such as quinoa, couscous, bulgur, barley, and wheat berries. Try fruits and vegetables that are popular in different international cuisines, such as bok choy. Accentuate the positive. Focus more on healthy foods that fit into a vegetarian plan instead of foods to avoid. If you’re unsure how to include a new food into your vegetarian diet, ask the produce manager at your local grocer or health food store for ideas on how to prepare it. The internet can be a great resource for new recipe and preparation ideas. But be sure that you’re building your menu on a strong plant food base. Make them the core of your diet.

Don’t stress about getting enough protein. As long as calories are sufficient and the diet is varied, vegetarians easily meet protein needs. Grains, beans, vegetables, and nuts all provide protein. Vegetarians do not need to eat special combinations of foods to meet protein needs. However, it is important to be aware of fat.

Even vegetarians can get too much fat if the diet contains large amounts of nuts, oils, processed foods, or sweets.





By: Jasper Sayer ]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/the-toddler-road-to-a-vegetarian-diet/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/low-carbohydrate-foods-for-vegetarians/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/low-carbohydrate-foods-for-vegetarians/#comments Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:22:15 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/low-carbohydrate-foods-for-vegetarians/ Can vegetarians opt for low carbohydrates and still be healthy? The answer is yes and there are a number of low carb vegetarian foods that anyone can include in their diet. Also, opting for a low carbohydrate diet has been proven effective for most people who wish to shed pounds. The best option is of course to go for vegetables and fruits that are low in sugars as well as to go for oils that come from fruits and certain nuts.

Vegetarians also have soy foods as the best group that is low on carbohydrates. Tofu, a top soy food product is highly recommended. Meat substitutes for vegetarians are usually soy-based such as veggie burgers, vegetarian sausages, fake cold cuts and ground beef substitutes. They have been prepared to be like meat in terms of taste and smell so vegetarians can still enjoy their taste without having to really eat actual meat. They can be incorporated in excellent vegetarian foods like in salads and stir-fry. These are excellent low carbohydrate foods for vegetarians since they contain high amounts of proteins. A new soy-based food has been developed that is also low on carbohydrates is called textured vegetable protein. This may come as dry granules or in chunks and is available in any health food store. It contains proteins and fiber with little carbohydrates. It can be prepared to make excellent vegetarian recipes that are low in carbohydrates such as vegetarian chili or to prepare it by simply boiling it and flavoring it with seasonings.

Another low carbohydrate vegetarian food is seitan or wheat gluten. However, unlike tofu and other soy-based food products, it is low in protein and has been reported to cause a number of food reactions.

For lacto-ovo vegetarians, dairy or milk products can also be a good protein source. Dairy is a common source of weight loss delay for many people and can be problematic in other ways for many others such as for those who have allergies in them. Also, it’s very hard to get enough protein from dairy without going over one’s daily carbohydrate limits. Use dairy products as an addition to the main foods, if you use it at all to make them more flavorful and tasteful for example. Eggs are also good protein source that are low in carbohydrates that lacto-ovo vegetarians can go for. Egg yolk is also an excellent source other nutrients so they could also be added to the vegetarian diet.

Vegetarians that wish to eat only low carbohydrate food could also opt for low carbohydrate vegetables as well as nuts and seeds. For fruits, go for those that are low in sugar. Oils that are naturally found in avocados and olives are also highly recommended as additions to a low carbohydrate vegetarian diet. Go slow on refined sugars and remember that in this case of going for low carbohydrates, vegetables are much better than fruits.

As in any diet, read labels always to get the gist on the carbohydrate content of the food that you are consuming. Avoid foods that have too much seasoning in them as seasonings could also add up to the carbohydrate content of your food. The same goes for example, for tofu that comes with flavor already. The flavor could come only from seasonings so it may be best to simply buy the tofu and flavor it yourself. In adding flavor to your food, go for seasoning like cayenne pepper, herbs, garlic, and a variety of cheeses. Theirs is not need to sacrifice flavor for as long as you are aware of what seasonings and flavorings find their way in your food. One can also never go wrong with stir fried vegetables as well as grilled vegetables. You may take these with lo carbohydrate pasta so you get the best of flavor and filling without actually going overboard with the carbohydrate intake.

A precaution however, in any vegetarian diet is deficiency in certain vitamins and minerals. Iron is one example. For vegetarians, an excellent option for iron source is beans and nuts. Deficiency in iron could lead to anemia so there is a special precaution for vegetarian women who are pregnant or if they are already anemic. This may be remedied by taking iron supplements.

Low carbohydrate food for vegetarians can also be a little bit pricey and many of them are also processed foods. These are some of the factors to consider in choosing foods that one wants to include in a low carbohydrate vegetarian diet.





By: Lee Dobbins ]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/low-carbohydrate-foods-for-vegetarians/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/your-first-vegetarian-holiday-season-some-great-cooking-tips/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/your-first-vegetarian-holiday-season-some-great-cooking-tips/#comments Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:34:26 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/your-first-vegetarian-holiday-season-some-great-cooking-tips/ If you have just gone vegetarian and are coming up to you first vegetarian holiday season, or if you find yourself cooking for a vegetarian this holiday season this is the article for you. A vegetarian holiday season need not be a gloomy series of substitutes for meat. Vegetarian fare can be festive in its own right.

A good nut roast is one of the delights of the vegetarian table. It takes some time to make so it is not something that vegetarians eat every day. But it takes much less time than a turkey.

You will need a selction of nuts and this is season of nuts. You will also need a food processor to grind them to a paste. The kind of nuts you use influences the flavour and colour of the finished roast. Almonds, walnuts, cashews and some hazel nuts make an excellent vegetarian roast but be guided by your own tastes.

Grind the nuts and season them with salt, pepper and spices. Nutmeg is an ideal spice to use. Add some liquid such as vegetable stock and put the mixture into a tin. It should be baked in the oven for about an hour depending on size.

To accompany your vegetarian roast you will need sauces. Cranberry sauce is fine for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. An onion gravy made with vegetable stock will be eaten by all your guests.

Stuffing can be cooked in a separate dish. A combination of brown rice, dried fruit, chopped apples and spices will make a delicious accompaniment to the vegetarian roast. Just avoid adding meat fat. Rely on vegetable fat such as vegetarian suet.

For the visual aspect of a festive vegetarian meal you need to think about vegetables. Decorate your table with a variety of vegetable dishes. Baked squashes make a spectacular centre piece. Stuffed vegetables will show that you have taken that little bit of extra care about the meal.

If your meal is to be entirely vegetarian give the vegetables centre stage on your table. Their colours will delight the eyes of your diners. If you are entertaining vegetarians and non-vegetarians then the turkey will have to take pride of place. But all your guests will be able to tuck into the vegetarian dishes. Your meal may open their eyes to the world of vegetarian cuisine.

Remember that your vegetarian guests may be vegan. If you cannot ascertain this in advance then it will be as well to avoid the use of eggs and milk in your vegetarian dishes. A nust roast is often bound together with eggs but this is not essential. Cream sauces for dessert can be made from ground nuts. Cashews are always popular for this. Soya cream is also available.

When creating a cheese board take care to ensure that at least one cheese is made without rennet. Rennet comes from the lining of a cow’s stomach and many vegetarians will not eat it. You might also like to have a few soy based cheeses. The soft soy based cheeses are an excellent option for guests who are watching their cholesterol levels as well as vegetarians and vegans.

The whole point of a holiday season is to share with friends and family. So if you are a non-vegetarian cooking for vegetarians or you are a vegetarian cooking for non-vegetarians make your festive table welcoming to all.





By: Abhishek Agarwal ]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/12/your-first-vegetarian-holiday-season-some-great-cooking-tips/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/the-secret-power-of-vegetarians/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/the-secret-power-of-vegetarians/#comments Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:49:30 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/the-secret-power-of-vegetarians/ Most people who don’t know anything about the vegetarian lifestyle think that is must be pure drudgery being a vegetarian and giving up meat. That is a misconception because even though meat is not a part of a vegetarian diet, it isn’t about what you are going without, it is what is in your diet and in your life that makes a vegetarian lifestyle work so well. If you actually interviewed a vegetarian, the last thing they would say is that they are all about not eating meat. Instead they are about living in healthy way in a way that is at peace with the environment and with their own bodies.

The body of knowledge about vegetarians that most people don’t know is pretty astounding. Most people do understand the basic three reasons someone becomes a vegetarian which are health, animal rights and spiritual or moral reasons. But there are a number of side benefits and little secrets only vegetarians know that if they became popularized, the flood of converts to vegetarianism would be overwhelming. Some of those little secrets includes :

1.Vegetarians are not depressed as much as others because they know some secrets to overcoming depression naturally.

2.Vegetarians do not struggle with weight issues as much as others.

3.Vegetarians are better informed about nutrition and know how to make the most of what they eat.

4.Vegetarians sleep better, are more energetic and need less sleep than meat eaters.

5.Vegetarians have a much reduced incidence of cancer, heart disease and digestive disorders.

6.Vegetarians live longer than meat eaters.

One secret vegetarians know that gets almost no press is the power of walnuts. There is a little known chemical in walnuts called serotonin that is a powerful antidepressant. Now you can get your doctor to prescribe an artificial anti depressant which can cost you a lot of money and put you at risk for chemical dependency. Or you can make a nice hot cup of tea with walnut as part of the mix. About half a walnut shell mixed in with your regular tea brew fills the drink with serotonin. Taken regularly, you will feel the effects of a chemical pick me up that can combat depression very effectively.

Another little secret of vegetarians runs against the normal rules of dieting to get the full value of nutrients you might expect from eating a salad. Diet theory would have you use no salad dressing or at very least a zero fat or low fat salad dressing. Vegetarians who are more in touch with the effects of foods in their bodies know that the real value of eating salad are the natural nutrients in leafy vegetables called carotenoids. But science has shown us that the best way to pull cerotenoids from green vegetables is to use a higher fat salad dressing. So enjoy that fatty dressing because your vegetarian lifestyle will deliver plenty of weight loss value to you even with this small indulgence that can do you so much good.

Speaking of tea, green tea is often a staple of a vegetarians diet because of the little health secrets buried in this amazing drink. Green tea has powers to help your digestive system, help combat depression and to accelerate weight loss that ancient cultures like the Chinese and India have known for centuries. Vegetarians have caught up on this secret of health knowledge ahead of us so its time well learned from their wisdom.

These are just a few of the wisdom of the ancients that have been rediscovered by the modern vegetarian “craze”. But it really isn’t a craze because once you start living a healthy life cashing in on these many benefits a vegetarian lifestyle will give you, you will never want to go back.





By: Paul Hata ]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/the-secret-power-of-vegetarians/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarianism-guide-to-types-of-vegetarians/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarianism-guide-to-types-of-vegetarians/#comments Fri, 27 Nov 2009 13:35:19 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarianism-guide-to-types-of-vegetarians/ Usually, when you think of vegetarians, you think of people who avoid eating any type of animal flesh including beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, etc. There are several types and variations to vegetarianism. While many of the vegetarians are lacto ovo vegetarians who will everything but any kind of meat, some others will avoid eating eggs and dairy products and others will say no to beef, pork and poultry but will include fish and other seafood in their diet.

1) Lacto Ovo Vegetarians:

The most common type of vegetarians is the lacto ovo vegetarians. Lacto is the Latin word for milk and ovo means eggs in Latin. The lacto ovo vegetarian do not eat any kind of meat including beef, pork, poultry, fish, shellfish, etc. However, they will eat dairy products and eggs.

The lacto ovo vegetarian category is divided into two categories:

a) A Lacto Vegetarian does not eat meat and eggs but does eat dairy foods.

b) An Ovo Vegetarian does not eat meat and dairy products but does eat eggs.

2) Pescatarias:

The pescatarian or pescetarian are vegetarians who avoid eating meat but will continue eating fish and shellfish. The rationales behind the pescatarian diet are varied. Many choose this lifestyle for health concerns rather than ethical reasons. While others would claim that the fish industry is less cruel than the meat industry. Others will simply justify their decision by arguing that fish are less intelligent than farm animals.

Dedicated vegetarians would put the pescatarian under the category of semi vegetarians. In the same category you can find the pollo vegetarians who will include poultry in their diet, the flexitarianism who will avoid eating meat that derived from an animal that was brought up and died in cruel conditions. The flexitarianism are similar to the freeganism that would not mind eating any type of meat unless any part of its process involved environmental damage or human or animals exploitation.

3) Vegans:

They do not consume any product that was derived from animals including, of course, any kind of meat, fish, dairy products, eggs as well as honey and foods that contain gelatin. Some vegans would not touch cane sugar, beer and wine since animal products involve in the finishing process: cane sugar is filtered with bone char and some beer and wines are clarified with egg white. As part of the vegan ideology, vegans would not consume products made of leather, furs, pearls, etc.

4) Raw Vegans:

Also called raw foodists limit themselves to unprocessed food that has not been heated above 115 degrees Fahrenheit or 46 degrees Celsius. Therefore, their diet mainly consists of raw vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. However, some of the raw foodists do consist raw food that was derived from animals in their diet including raw eggs, unheated dairy products and sushi.

5) Macrobiotics:

The macrobiotic diet is part of the macrobiotic methodology that was originated in Japan. The macrobiotics practitioners follow strict diet rules based on the principle of balance between yin and yang. The macrobiotic diet is based on whole grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds and soy products. They are allowed to include seaweed and certain types of fish in their diet.





By: Patty Stevens ]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarianism-guide-to-types-of-vegetarians/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarian-bodybuilding-can-vegetarians-be-bodybuilders/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarian-bodybuilding-can-vegetarians-be-bodybuilders/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:17:12 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarian-bodybuilding-can-vegetarians-be-bodybuilders/ Vegetarian bodybuilding has been in existence for a long time. Many bodybuilding greats have done it while being vegetarians. But not many are aware of the fact that vegetarians can be bodybuilders too.

Common people always associate bodybuilding with meat, meat products and meat proteins. Those big muscles need beef, lamb, chicken, pork and fish is what people generally think. So, the concept of vegetarian bodybuilding seems very remote to them.

Vegetarianism has been around for a long time. But it has taken off in a big way in the West only in the recent times. Only now, people are becoming aware of the fact that vegetarianism can be a way of life.

About 10 years ago I was in the UK. A doctor friend of mine from Portugal was amazed that I could live with out meat in my diet. He was sure that my family, all vegetarians were some kind of freaks. He just could not get around the fact meat and meat products were not essential for living.

So, imagine the amount of skepticism that would greet the concept of vegetarian bodybuilding. But contrary to mainstream belief vegetarian bodybuilders have long been there and have been very successful too. There are many myths to vegetarian bodybuilding. The first and foremost myth is that you simply can’t replace the proteins available in meat.

The truth is plant proteins are just as effective. You can safely get all the protein you need through eggs, dairy products and legumes. Protein supplements like whey proteins concentrates will round off all you need for vegetarian bodybuilding.

Another myth is that certain nutrients like iron, zinc and vitamin B12 is available only in meat. That’s right but nutritional supplements with this nutrients added can effectively supply you what you require for vegetarian bodybuilding. Vegetarians can not grow muscles is another myth that’s not true at all.

Protein supplements like whey and glutamine are great muscle food. Drinking a protein supplement shake immediately after an intense workout helps develop beautiful muscles even for vegetarians. Muscles are not dependant on meat products. It is the proteins they require. Plant and dairy proteins are as effective as meat proteins.

The other myths include vegetarians cannot be healthy. The truth is vegetarians are usually healthier than people who eat meat and meat products, which contain a lot of harmful fats that clog the arteries. Studies and medical research has proved this time and again. So, vegetarian bodybuilding is actually much more healthy way to grow muscles.

Vegetarian bodybuilding is healthy, effective and natural way to grow muscles





By: Mike Parker ]]> http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/11/vegetarian-bodybuilding-can-vegetarians-be-bodybuilders/feed/ 0 http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/10/know-where-to-get-quality-vegetarian-vitamin-supplement-facts/ http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/10/know-where-to-get-quality-vegetarian-vitamin-supplement-facts/#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:43:32 +0000 admin http://www.veggierecipe.org/2009/10/know-where-to-get-quality-vegetarian-vitamin-supplement-facts/ In this modern world, there are more and more food-related health problems. That is why, many people are turning towards having more vegetables on their dinner tables.

In fact, many have switch from meat-eating diets to vegetarian diets. There are many people stating that they are plant-eaters, but in actual fact there is not really a single vegetarian diet. Why is that so? I will share more as you read this article.

What are the 4 basic types of vegetarian diets?

#1 Food from plants mainly vegetables, fruits, legumes, seeds, grains and nuts is sometimes called a total vegetarian or vegan diet to many

#2 Another type of vegetarian diets includes not only plant foods, but also cheese and other dairy products. This is called lacto-vegetarian diet.

#3 You will be surprised people whom are consuming eggs are calling themselves vegetarian. They are having ovo-lactovegetarian or lacto-ovovegetarian diet.

#4 There are people who are called semi-vegetarian. These people don’t eat red meat, but include fish and chicken in their diet.

Are they really healthy?

In fact, the majority of vegetarian diets are low in animal products, which are lower in cholesterol, total fat and saturated fat compared to normal diets.

According to medical studies, vegetarians have a lower risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure and some types of cancer, as compares to people who are meat-eaters.

These type of vege-eating habits can be very healthy if carefully planned so that they include all the necessary nutrients in reasonable amounts. However, they can also be too high in calories or lack some important nutritional substances.

What about vegetarian vitamins?

If you’re a plant-eater, you can assure that you have more than enough nutrients in your body by taking the following organic vitamins:

#1 Where to get proteins?

You don’t necessarily have to eat animal products to ensure the correct amount of proteins in your body. Proteins can be found in plants too. However, make sure that your diet is varied and contains enough calories for your daily energy needs.

You can also depend on a good organic vitamin supplement. Vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds are also rich in amino-acids. However, you don’t have to combine all these foods in one meal. Soy is also just as good in proteins as animal stuffs. You can take all the necessary amount of proteins just from soy.

#2 Where are the iron?

Vegetarians run a higher risk of having iron deficiencies, as the main sources of iron are liver, read meat and egg yolk. However, iron is also found in spinach, dried beans, dried fruits and brewer’s east. A vegetarian supplement can also help increase the iron level in your body.

#3 What about vitamin B12?

Animal products are the only natural source for this vitamin. Therefore, vegans need to take a vegetarian vitamin supplement to prevent vitamin B12 deficiencies. However, a little amounts of vitamin B12 can also be found in fortified cereals, nutritional yeast, soy beverages and other foods.

#4 Is vitamin D good?

Vegetarians have to use vegetarian supplement intakes to ensure a proper vitamin D level in their body, especially if they don’t get enough sunlight.

#5 Where to find calcium in vegetables?

Medical studies have shown that vegetarian diets usually lead to the absorption and retaining of more calcium. Calcium is found in vegetable greens, such as kale, spinach and broccoli, legumes and soy.

#6 Zinc?

Zinc is an essential substance for ensuring development and growth. Grains, legumes, nuts and shellfish are great sources of zinc. If you take an organic vitamin supplement, make sure that it doesn’t contain over 15-18 mg of zinc. Such supplement with 50 mg of zinc may decrease the level of HDL cholesterol, which is good for the human body.

Although vegetarian diets are generally healthier than non-vegetarian ones, taking a good vegetarian vitamin supplement may help keep your body healthy. So, take action right now to improve your health even further.

Without a proper understanding of using and getting quality vegetarian vitamin supplements to treat many chronic diseases, there will not be much disease free lifestyle to craving for.

Applying this effective tips as being highlighted here, together with an thorough understanding of vitamin supplements is important so that you enjoy your life once again.





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These recipes are made from purely vegetarian meals. They are for the vegetarian people or anyone who wants to become a vegetarian. You will find very many recipes out there. Some are simple while others are for a three course meal.

Vegetarian recipes can be found in vegetarian cook books, vegetarian magazines or vegetarian websites. In all these places, you will find useful information on how to cook different types of food.

Most of them teach on how to turn a simple meal of cereals and vegetables into an exotic three course meal. Vegetarian recipes make the vegetarian lifestyle fun and the foods a great. Yes, it is possible to enjoy being a vegetarian. What you need is just to sharpen your vegetarian cooking skills. Vegetarian recipes should aim at keeping as much of the food nutrients as possible. Eating them raw avoids nutrients lose or destruction as a result of cooking. If you are not so sure of how to prepare a certain meal, dont feel shy of asking for some help from the experts in this field.

Do not over process the food. This may be by adding fatty products and seasoning products. Keep everything as balanced as possible. Also avoid over eating the meals made from these exotic vegetarian recipes. This will avoid the problem of weight gain. These recipes if done in the right way can promote great health and a longer productive life. Vegetarianism can be fun if you have great recipes to turn your meals into a heavenly experience.


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