Energy bites are pretty awesome little dietary tools. For one thing, they're extremely easy to make. More importantly, though, they are packed with protein, slow carbs and healthy fats. So, what you're left with is a quick, delicious snack that you don't have to feel guilty about. Don't believe us? Give this recipe for vegan protein chocolate peanut butter bits a try. 1 cup dates, seedless 2 tbsp almond butter 2 tbsp Naked PB 1 tbsp Naked Chocolate Whey Protein Powder 1 tbs...
Read MoreEnergy bites are pretty awesome little dietary tools. For one thing, they're extremely easy to make. More importantly, though, they are packed with protein, slow carbs and healthy fats. So, what you're left with is a quick, delicious snack that you don't have to feel guilty about. Don't believe us? Give this recipe for vegan protein chocolate peanut butter bits a try. 1 cup dates, seedless 2 tbsp almond butter 2 tbsp Naked PB 1 tbsp Naked Chocolate Whey Protein Powder 1 tbs...
Read MoreA Vegan Diet means abstaining from any animal products. This include eggs, milks, cheeses, honey, and other products that come directly from animals. What is a Vegan Diet? Each year, on November 1, the people around the globe celebrate World Vegan Day. And, although it's not always the most widely publicized event, it's still any important one that’s been going strong since 1994. But does it mean to follow a vegan diet? Is there more to veganism than just avoid animal-based foods? Th...
Read MoreA Vegan Diet means abstaining from any animal products. This include eggs, milks, cheeses, honey, and other products that come directly from animals. What is a Vegan Diet? Each year, on November 1, the people around the globe celebrate World Vegan Day. And, although it's not always the most widely publicized event, it's still any important one that’s been going strong since 1994. But does it mean to follow a vegan diet? Is there more to veganism than just avoid animal-based foods? Th...
Read MoreWhether you deal with lactose intolerance or choose to avoid milk for some other reason, finding a suitable protein powder can be a tricky business. After all, whey and casein – the two most common options – are both derived from milk. Fortunately, there are many options out there that do not find their roots in the white stuff. But this creates another set of problems. How do you know which protein powder to use? What is the best non-dairy protein powder? As is often the case, “best” i...
Read MoreWhether you deal with lactose intolerance or choose to avoid milk for some other reason, finding a suitable protein powder can be a tricky business. After all, whey and casein – the two most common options – are both derived from milk. Fortunately, there are many options out there that do not find their roots in the white stuff. But this creates another set of problems. How do you know which protein powder to use? What is the best non-dairy protein powder? As is often the case, “best” i...
Read MoreFor a long time, milk-based proteins like whey and casein have ruled the protein powder landscape. But, could there be a reason why someone would opt for a dairy free protein powder instead? As it turns out, there are several advantages to going dairy free. 1) Lactose Intolerance – Milk, and protein powders derived from it, contain a form of sugar called lactose. In order to break this compound down and use it, you require a specialized enzyme (somewhat confusingly) called lactase. Accordi...
Read MoreFor a long time, milk-based proteins like whey and casein have ruled the protein powder landscape. But, could there be a reason why someone would opt for a dairy free protein powder instead? As it turns out, there are several advantages to going dairy free. 1) Lactose Intolerance – Milk, and protein powders derived from it, contain a form of sugar called lactose. In order to break this compound down and use it, you require a specialized enzyme (somewhat confusingly) called lactase. Accordi...
Read MoreFor a long time, there have been many – including dietary experts – who felt like there was strong evidence suggesting that people should limit their intake of animal protein. While the science at work here has been largely controversial, the debate was reignited several months ago when a new study raised more concerns over both red and processed meat. Possible Cancer Link Although evidence for a link between red and processed meat and cancer has been mounting for several years, a 2015 ...
Read MoreFor a long time, there have been many – including dietary experts – who felt like there was strong evidence suggesting that people should limit their intake of animal protein. While the science at work here has been largely controversial, the debate was reignited several months ago when a new study raised more concerns over both red and processed meat. Possible Cancer Link Although evidence for a link between red and processed meat and cancer has been mounting for several years, a 2015 ...
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