Well, we have all been anxiously awaiting its arrival, and spring has sprung in Memphis! Spring is a season of rebirth and growth making it the perfect time for us to focus on our health and well-being. Farmer’s Markets, anyone? And not just our own, but for all of nature. As you know, Earth Day is coming up on April 22. A whole day set aside for us to remind ourselves how precious our beautiful planet and its natural resources are.
In fact, one of the best ways we help save our planet is through diet. Research has shown that we can lower our carbon footprint by eating a plant-based diet. It takes a tremendous amount of natural resources, such as quality topsoil, valuable nutrients and clean water to raise animal products for food while only a fraction of these are needed to grow plants. Not only that, but you will be doing your body a favor as well. By focusing on a balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts and legumes, you will be filling your body with excellent nutrition.
So, when you hear the phrase “Go Green”, remember the best way to do that is to “Eat Green”! You can start with small steps such as Meatout Mondays. Below are two website links. One is for a delicious Fava, Butternut and Couscous Bowl Recipe and the second is a Meatout Monday newsletter you can sign up to receive. You will get helpful tips such as nutrition information, vegetarian recipes and healthy products that will help you on your journey to heath, for you and the planet. Mother Nature will thank you!
http://www.livevegan.org/index.php/meatout-mondays/item/fava-butternut-couscous-bowl#.UzmJzKhdWSo
http://www.livevegan.org/meatout-mondays
Written by: Amy Schiller
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