Obesity is rapidly becoming a worldwide phenomenon and serious issue for the public health system. According to the CDC, the healthcare costs of obesity in the US alone are of nearly $147 billion per year, and obesity is associated with poorer mental health outcomes, reduced quality of life, and the leading causes of death in the U.S. and worldwide, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. So, here you will find out more about vegan ways to lose weight and keep it off

According to Linus Pauling Institute Folate (vitamin B9) is a generic term referring to both natural folates in food and folic acid. This essential nutrient is critical in many bodily metabolic reactions, such as: the metabolism of nucleic acid precursors and several amino acids, as well as in methylation reactions. Inadequate folate status during early pregnancy increases the risk of congenital anomalies. But, you can Boost your folate levels during pregnancy with these vegan foods.

The vegan movement is truly gaining strength worldwide, as the percentages of vegans increase in each nation, so does the demand for plant based products. The growth in demand is so intense that Walmart wants more vegan products available on its shelves.

Armenian cuisine is amazingly good and the big part of it is the richness of vegan and vegetarian options. On October 1, Armenia's capital Yerevan will host its 5th annual Yerevan Vegan Fest in downtown Yerevan.

Since going vegan a few months ago, I have not had any real desire for alcohol. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't a drunk before, but I would often have a glass of wine or two in the evening, or go to happy hour, etc. Not anymore. I just don't want to. I have a bottle in the fridge and poured a glass at dinner, took a couple sips, and poured it out. Just wasn't interested. Anyone else?

It is thought that more than a third of American adults are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. Sometimes, a change in diet can be helpful.

Finding the formula for a lasting youthful look is the Holy Grail of the beauty industry, which only in the US, had revenue of about 62.46 billion in 2016. But, what if the secret for a youthful look is in foods we eat, and not in lab made synthetic formulas and make-up? Well, science is slowly finding out that the protective effects of certain foods could be the answer to maintaining a lasting youthful look. With that in mind, check out the 3 anti-aging vegan ingredients and their health benefits, according to science.

Rarely when we are in jolting pain do we trust that a natural remedy would do a better job at stopping a toothache than medication. We have been conditioned to believe that only over-the-counter remedies work, but that may change after hearing this story about how to get rid of a toothache fast.

Many of us let our hunger get out of control and overeat junk food. Next time you are craving a snack, try a handful of walnuts.

According to a report by the Statistics Portal, China is projected to be the fastest growing market for vegan products between 2015 and 2020, with a growth rate of 17.2 percent. As of 2016, Asia Pacific held the largest share of vegan consumers globally, with approximately nine percent of people following a vegan diet in this area. So, below is a list of companies that will help you eat, dress yourself up and clean up with 100% vegan products.

The national Geographic reported that about a third of the planet’s food goes to waste, often because of its looks. But, what if a fruit adds up to its health benefits, the worse it looks? This is the case of banana fruit, and here is why you shouldn’t thrown away banana with brown spots.

Whether you want to become a bodybuilder or are just recovering from illness that forced you stop exercising, but you want to get back into shape. The top 5 muscle- building vegan foods below, will help you to achieve you that, and will make you healthier.

I follow a water fasting discussion board on Facebook and many times people share what they feel on a specific day of water fasting and how much weight they have lost by that day.

Barley is the one vegan food that is not often used but is packed with nutrition, which provides a wealth of benefits for the human body. So, below are the 5 health benefits of eating barley you never knew.

Chocolate is by far a favorite food of vegans and vegetarians but independent research has shown chocolate can be hazardous to your health. If you're having neurological symptoms such as neuropathy, tingling of the hands and feet, blurry vision and headaches, you'll may want to stay away from chocolate.