March is 'National Nutrition Month"

March is designated as “National Nutrition Month” by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a way to convey to the public the importance of making informed food choices. Every year, there is a new theme, and this year’s theme is “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right.” Flavor is the main driving force in what consumers choose to eat – and this does not always lead to the best nutrition decisions. Unfortunately, many Americans have been fooled by food companies into thinking what real flavor actually is – thanks to artificial ingredients and a reliance on added sugar, fat and salt.  That being said, this does not mean that healthy foods are devoid of flavor, either. In fact, it is quite the opposite.

My Response to a Paleo Advocate's Warning Against Veganism

As many of you know, I write for Your Daily Vegan, a super website for anyone concerned about animals and the ethical vegan point of view. Head over there and poke around - and while you are there, check out my latest blog entry addressing the ridiculous warnings against a vegetarian & vegan diet from a Paleo advocate.

In the meantime, I will be here hanging out with my newest foster feline, Stevie the One-Eyed Wonder.