Vegetarian Zen: Nutrition, Recipes, Cooking Tips, Natural Remedies & More For Vegetarians, Vegans, & The Veg-curious.

  Happy World Animal Day!!! This episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is dedicated to animals everywhere! In it we share lots of information about World Animal Day: what it is, how it got started, and ways YOU can get involved. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you […] The post VZ 120: Happy World Animal Day! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  We were fortunate to be able to attend a screening of the documentary PlantPure Nation this past week. The film was directed by Nelson Campbell, son of renowned researcher and whole-plant-foods advocate T. Colin Campbell.  As Campbell (the younger) explains, PlantPure Nation is a grass-roots movement aimed at changing the way America eats by […] The post VZ 119: Building a PlantPure Nation appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ll be talking about something that’s pretty new – vegan butcher shops! In the past couple of years these businesses have slowly been starting to pop up, and it’s really great news for the vegetarian and vegan community.  We’ll talk about where you might find a […] The post VZ 118: Vegan Butcher Shops – Yes, They DO Exist (and They’re Awesome!)! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss a topic that was suggested by a listener. She wondered if some people who became vegetarian or vegan for reasons pertaining to animal welfare suffer from depression because they feel that they are not making a difference with vegetarianism. We address some reasons for these feelings […] The post VZ 117: Making a Difference with Vegetarianism appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ll tackle a topic that thwarts many people in their attempts to go completely vegan: CHEESE. We’ll talk about some dairy-free ways to satisfy your cheese cravings, plus take a look at what goes into making vegan cheese.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode […] The post VZ 116: The Vegan Cheese Episode appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we discuss thyroid issues and iodine deficiencies, and why they are of special interest to vegetarians and vegans. Vickie discloses a personal story and shares why thyroid and iodine issues recently became important to us. Disclaimer: Everything we discuss is based STRICTLY on our own research […] The post VZ 115: Are You Getting Enough Iodine? Your Thyroid Might Not Think So! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be talking about how to use frozen vegetables and fruits in ways that go way beyond just giving them the boiling water treatment.  In fact, boiling water is actually bad for your frozen veggies…we’ll tell you why!   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the […] The post VZ 114: How to Take Frozen Vegetables from Frosty to Fabulous appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  On this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we interview Megan Cain of The Creative Vegetable Gardener. She has been featured in Apartment Therapy, The Organic Gardner Podcast, the Art of Non-Conformity blog, and the PBS’s Victory Garden Edible Feast. Megan is an urban gardener and garden educator, and is the author of two books: […] The post VZ 113: Interview with Megan Cain, AKA The Creative Vegetable Gardener appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be delving into the mystifying world of fatty acids. We’ll have a little primer to help understand what fatty acids are before we delve into the heart of the topic, the essential fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of […] The post VZ 112: Demystifying Essential Fatty Acids – Omega-3 and Omega-6 appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we talk about some natural alternatives to sugar for sweetening your foods.  None of that artificial, made-by-scientists stuff like aspartame or Splenda…what we’ll be discussing was all made in Mother Nature’s laboratory.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If […] The post VZ 111: 10 Natural Sweeteners (Besides White Sugar!) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we discuss compelling reasons to transform your yard into an edible paradise using foodscaping. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please […] The post VZ 110: Using Foodscaping to Maximize the Deliciousness of Your Yard appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be discussing a familiar concept with a new name. What exactly is a reducetarian and why is being one a good thing? We’ll find out! Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and […] The post VZ 109: You May Be a Reducetarian (and not even know it!) appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  Summer is here, and vacation season is in full swing. While travel is fun for us, it takes its toll on the environment in some pretty big ways. In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we share seven tips for eco-friendly travel.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian […] The post VZ 108: 7 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be taking a look at different types of cookware. More specifically, we’ll examine why non-stick pans are really a bad idea, and offer some other, healthy cookware options. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in […] The post VZ 107: Is Danger Lurking In Your Kitchen Cabinets? appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’re getting ready for a Fourth of July vegetarian cookout.  We’ll talk about all the great foods you can grill BESIDES meat, as well as some strategies for going to cookouts away from home. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! […] The post VZ 106: Vegetarian Cookout with Vickie and Larissa appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  Today’s episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast is a listener request. Rachel asked us if we would explore the topic of vegetarian and vegan men. Here is what she said: I have an idea for a future podcast. I think a lot of vegetarians and vegans are women.  Why aren’t there many guys who […] The post VZ 105: Why Aren’t There More Vegetarian and Vegan Men? appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  We talk often about eating “in season” to help you save money and find the freshest foods, but how do you know what is in season in your area? In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be offering some resources to help you figure out what’s available to you and when. Thanks […] The post VZ 104: Resource Guide – How to Find In-Season Produce appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we’ll be talking about stress.  We’ll discuss some foods that can exacerbate stress levels and which foods may give you some relief. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider […] The post VZ 103: Food and Stress – How to Eat Properly to Stress Less appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast, we revisit a topic we first discussed back in episode 70.  We’ll be discussing the cost of following a plant-based diet: whether it is more expensive than an omnivore diet, and some things you can do to eat plant-based for less. Thanks for tuning in to this […] The post VZ 102: How to Save Money When Following a Plant-Based Diet appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.

  In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ll be snacking, vegan-style.  We’ll talk about pre-packaged snacks and ones you can easily make at home.  Yum!! Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Vegetarian Zen Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a […] The post VZ 101: Attack of the Vegan Snacks! appeared first on Vegetarian Zen.