December 2011
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Why You Should Think Twice About Canned Foods →
Your canned soup habit could relate to your heart attack risk, according to the findings of a recent study looking at the chemical bisphenol A’s (BPA’s) impact on cardiovascular health. In the latest study, researchers discovered that BPA—a chemical ubiquitous in the environment and found in the liner of most canned foods—overrode the female body’s natural heartbeat signaling...
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What are your favorite salad dressings/toppings?
My two favorites are avocado and hummus, but I’m looking for new ideas!
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ginastylinsonxx asked: Would it be possible for you to post the recipe for those waffles? :)
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Under-eating
If your mind is made up, I know there’s no use in telling you not to under-eat.. Believe me, I know it’s not that simple. But what I don’t understand is why some girls (and guys) do double damage by making their few daily calories empty ones. Why not ditch the soda, frozen foods, sweets, etc.. and eat some fruits and vegetables?!
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Anonymous asked: Hello! Do you know if it's true that carrots are a "zero calorie" snack?
Anonymous asked: What do you think about canned vegetables? Like canned corn, peas, carrots, etc with just water in them and no added salt/sugar. Cause I just ate like a whole can of corn, haha.
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You know what's strange (and saddening)?
That the most unhealthy eaters I know are those people closest to me. It’s insulting how they completely ignore everything I say and do, as if out of spite.
Oh well, we must accept that some people are just too stuck in their ways to even consider making a change.
But what you feed yourself is one thing.. it takes all of my strength to keep my mouth shut when I see what ‘food’...
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From Feast to Fat: Living in a World of Plenty →
If you follow my Facebook page, you might have seen my friend Shelby post this awesome link. In an entertaining way, the author tells the story of how our eating habits have changed, and the effect this has had on rates of obesity and disease. It really puts things into perspective and shows just how silly (and dangerous) it is that we eat so much and so often. Those of you with weight loss and...
ocelott:
I do not do promo 4 promo. In my opinion, you shouldn’t need to do promos. If you have a wonderful blog, people will notice and follow you. Internet followers shouldn’t even be your biggest concern. Your blog should be a place to express yourself, not a popularity tool.
I could not agree more.
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Your 'Natural' Orange Juice Actually Contains a... →
A friend (RevDeniquePR on Twitter!) tweeted me this alarming article about orange juice. Apparently after it is squeezed, the juice sits in a storage container for up to a year. Before being packaged, a chemical cocktail known as a “flavor pack” is added to give it a distinct orange juice taste.. but you’ll never see this on the label.
If you...
nyuma asked: HI! I completely agree with you about food colouring! I don't understand how Taralynn can call those sweets healthy, they are much worse than most of homemade truffles.
Anonymous asked: Would you consider putting together a list of healthy meals/snacks ideas? I am always looking for inspiration!
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When Non-Vegans tell you that you can't feed your...
youknowyouareaveganwhen:
Like when did you start caring about animal’s welfare!
LOL @ the GIF. But seriously, shouldn’t we be feeding our animals the food they’re designed to eat? Should a carnivorous dog really be eating plants? Just a thought…
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Anonymous asked: What natural exfloator would you reccomend?
Anonymous asked: I may have just fallen in love with your blog even more. I enjoy reading undressed skeleton's post, but I love clean, beneficial, and a fruitful way of eating better.
Fab Fit Friday: Windsor Wonderland Coconut...
undressedskeleton:
windsorstore:
Want to know how to make these ah-mazing truffles? Check out our blog to see how Taralynn used her magic to make these delicious and healthy truffles!! Click here for the recipe.
This girl uses so much food coloring, I can’t help but wonder if her insides are various shades of aqua and hot pink. Desperately want to tell her thousands of followers...
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5 Ways To Make Your Skin Look Younger Naturally →
Avoid refined sugar and simple carbohydrates: Bread made with white flour, pasta made with white flour, soda, candy, most packaged cereals, corn syrup
Avoid sleeping on your side
Exfoliate often: Helps to increase cell turnover, positive effect on collagen production
Choose your sunscreen wisely: Avoid any sun block with the vitamin A derivatives “retinol” or “retinyl...
ginastylinsonxx asked: I used to drink so much water, and lately I just don't get that thirsty so I completely forget to drink water. I drink some almond milk every morning and that's it- no soda/soft drinks, fruit juice, or anything. I always tell myself that today I'll drink more water but honestly, I just forget because I'm not thirsty. Any advice?
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ei3:
one thing that annoys me is when I’m browsing peoples profiles, doesn’t matter what website, but one of the first things they say about themselves is that they are vegetarian. umm… I didn’t realize your eating habits were that special that you had to broadcast it so suddenly? same thing with people who are vegan. I’ve never seen people who eat both meat & vegetables, etc. who do this.....
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Anonymous asked: Is eating so many carbohydrates good for your body? How can you drink that much water each morning?
Anonymous asked: What happened to studying nutrition?
Anonymous asked: What are you doing right now (job, college)?
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Anonymous asked: This is just a question, but how many calories do you think you eat a day? And how do you get all of them?
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Idealist.org →
Idealist.org has been of so much importance to me in the past two years. It has enabled me to find new, wonderful organizations and to explore future careers. I am also thankful for this resource because I used it to find my former internship at The Monday Campaigns (Meatless Monday).. which was the inspiration for this very blog!
So if you’re looking for volunteer opportunities, jobs or...
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What would you like to see more of on my blog?
(Feel free to leave anon comments in my ask box if you’d prefer)
7 Reasons to Love Apple Cider Vinegar →
simplyisis:
Here’s a list of the benefits mentioned in the article (Click on link to read more about it).
1. Detoxification
2. To promote weight loss
3. To help with digestion
4. To alleviate skin problems
5. To get rid of warts
6. Helps ward off sickness
7. For soft and shiny hair
MY FAVORITE.
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Click here to visit my freshly-made Facebook page. Now I’ll be able to post all of the cool links and recipes I find, photos of food I’m eating, as well as interact with all of you more easily (back and forth ask box just isn’t working!). EXCITED.
PS. I would LOVE for you guys to post all the above as well.. What fun 8-)
Web Address Change
Moved my domain name to Tumblr, so you can now access my blog by typing in www.sunshel.com!
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Did you know? Microwave popcorn gives off a toxic,... →
I’ve been reading a lot about this lately, and thought it important that we spread the information around to our friends and family. (I think the easiest strategy would be to toss your microwave completely, but I know that isn’t easy for anyone ha!)
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beautythatmoves asked: Hi Shelby! Do you have any tips for being sugar free? That is my biggest vice at the moment and it doesn't help that I am surrounded by donuts all day at work! The need for sugar in my head always overpowers my vegan ideals! Help!!
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seekeroflight asked: Hey Shelby! First and foremost, I would like to say I really love your blog. It's so informative! I've been a vegan for about a year and a half, and I'm moving towards eating gluten free. I've been switching out some of my normal grains for gluten free ones, and I even found brown rice couscous! I tried making pancakes, but they didn't turn out too well. How did you get...
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healthywaytoskinny asked: Do you know if xanthan or guar gum is bad for you? I see it listed in the ingredients of many sugar-free and/or fat-free products and I'm always hesitant to buy them. They don't sound very natural!
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