omega-6 fatty acid

Quinoa is a great source of essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein), calcium, phosphorus, and iron. This salad is an excellent source of plant-based protein, it’s delicious, and versatile. Serve it as a side dish, add it to dressed greens, eat like a dip with tortilla chips, or heap it on top of…

Kale is not only beautiful and full of flavor, it is a nutritional powerhouse. Plus, how can you not love and support the Eat More Kale campaign? “One cup of kale contains 36 calories, 5 grams of fiber, and 15% of the daily requirement of calcium and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), 40% of magnesium, 180% of…

I spent over 15 years in the food service industry and devoted most of that time to working at a breakfast and brunch restaurant. So when it comes to breakfast food, I consider myself an expert. I’ve probably cooked 100,000 eggs to order (which sounds awful to me now…), flipped 50,000 pancakes, folded 20,000 omelets,…

When I decided to make the switch from vegetarian to vegan I had some concerns. Will I get enough protein? What will I eat at restaurants? Pizza without cheese? But by far my most pressing concern was “What about ice cream?” I have been a huge fan of the creamy sweet treat ever since I…

I like burritos for breakfast, and this is a super simple recipe with pretty outstanding results. The key is to use a good vegan “chorizo” like Soyrizo or Field Roast Mexican Chipotle Sausage. The rest is easy. Serve with some fresh avocado and salsa and you’ll have a tasty breakfast ready in no time. 1…