You are what you eat....on every level

In recent years, American lifestyle has experienced a constant growth in the popularity of vegetarianism as the people's choice for a healthy diet.Elaine’s Healthy Choice is supplying the growing demand for tasty vegetarian meals and a healthier life style. All our meals are 100% vegan, tasty, nutritious and wholesome no animal products or harmful spices are used.Nutrition is our highest and main goal which is provided in every meal.

1. • We baked our own bread daily
   

2. • All of our ingredients are mostly organic or locally grown.
   

3. • "We do catering - call for next catering event.

We believe that the saying you are what you eata is true on every level of a person's life.

A vegan diet can be very healthful. In fact, many people initially stop eating animal products to benefit their health.

Photo courtesy of USDA ARS.

“It is the position of the American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada that appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases.…

“Well-planned vegan [pure vegetarian] and other types of vegetarian diets are appropriate for all stages of the life cycle, including during pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, and adolescence. Vegetarian diets offer a number of nutritional benefits, including lower levels of saturated fat, cholesterol, and animal protein as well as higher levels of carbohydrates, fiber, magnesium, potassium, folate, and antioxidants such as vitamins C and E and phytochemicals. Vegetarians have been reported to have lower body mass indices than nonvegetarians, as well as lower rates of death from ischemic heart disease; vegetarians also show lower blood cholesterol levels; lower blood pressure; and lower rates of hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and prostate and colon cancer.”

“Position of the American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada:
Vegetarian Diets,” Journal of the American Dietetic Association, June 2003

Simply avoiding animal products, however, will not ensure optimal health. Like everyone, vegans should eat a well-balanced diet. Protein, vitamins B12 and D, omega-3 fats, calcium, and iodine are important.

Fortunately, there are plenty of nutritious and convenient options for vegans today, including various high-protein meat substitutes and fortified dairy alternatives.

Please see VeganHealth.org for more detailed information on health and nutrition, including “Staying Healthy on Plant-Based Diets”—a detailed article with recommendations based on the latest nutrition research. Contact us for a free copy of our Guide to Cruelty-Free Eating, which contains an abridged version of the article. And, to keep up to date with the latest nutrition news and receive notifications of updates to VeganHealth.org, please visit JackNorrisRD.com and

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Photo courtesy of Linda Bower.