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Thursday, January 30, 2014

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 18 gives us tips for success for keeping with a whole foods plant based lifestyle 

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

What has going vegan helped you do? Conquer health problems, become more compassionate, have more energy or maybe lose weight?

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 16 fills us in on the connection between a Whole Foods Plant Based Vegan lifestyle and the Fountain of Youth....

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 15 helps us taste the rainbow, and I'm not talking about skittles! 

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

No matter if you are just starting to eat right or setting the goal of running a marathon, Day 14 helps stick to our goal of eating right!

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 13 and we learn how a more loving and compassionate lifestyle keeps us healthy!

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 12 and going strong!

Monday, January 20, 2014

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 11 and need a meal fast? Check out these quick snack and meal ideas to curb the hunger....

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Improve your overall well being with help from day 10

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 9 helps us learn and avoid the health consequences of consuming dairy products.

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Stop taking health risks! Whole Foods Plant Based Vegan lifestyle is the way to be as compassionate towards your body, for the planet, for the animals and for your fellow humankind.

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Need help dining out? Day 7 has some tips to help....

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

You're almost a week into the Kickstart! Do you feel so good that you want to enter a triathlon? Today's celebrity Kickstart message may get you there. Fuel up before your workout! Then get outside for some exercise will also give you the vitamin D your body needs.

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Welcome to day five! Cooking is a great way to cater to your tastes, but you might be surprised to find out how many options you have when you are dining out. A tip on dining out with friends: If you are unfamiliar with the restaurant, call ahead and ask what they have on the menu that is totally animal-free. Sometimes chefs appreciate the extra heads-up and may be inspired to show off some of their culinary skills. Take it from experienced vegan diners—your specially prepared meal will be the envy of your companions.

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Welcome to day four of the Kickstart. For today, focus on eating vegan all day. Load up on fruits, vegetables, beans, and grains. Whether you are eating out or preparing your own meals, you will love these foods. They are delicious and satisfying.

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Welcome to day three! Today you can hear more about why a low-fat diet is so important in preventing common chronic diseases and promoting a healthful weight. Learn more about the health consequences of eating just one high-fat meal.

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

21-Day Vegan Kickstart / a Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) site

Day 2 helps us with the dos and don'ts of a whole foods plant based lifestyle!

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Chunky Marinara & Eggplant Bruschetta

Chunky Marinara & Eggplant Bruschetta
Vegan; 30 minutes; Gluten Free; Serves 6

Running out of bread, I used breaded eggplant. The breaded eggplant comes out crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. This appetizer is super elegant and easy, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Eggplant Bruschetta:

2 small eggplant, sliced into 1" round slices and then cut into moon shapes
Egg Replacer the equivalent to 2 eggs
1/2 cup of gluten free Panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup of gluten free Italian bread crumbs

1. Preheat oven to 425F.

2. Combine Panko and Italian breadcrumbs. Dip eggplant slice into the egg replacer and into the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat and place on a cookie sheet.

3. Bake for 30 minutes.

Spoon marinara sauce onto the eggplant slices and garnish with vegan Parmesan cheese.

While the eggplant is baking:
Chunky Marinara:

6 ripe tomatoes (I use what I pick up at the Farmers Markets), peeled, seeded and chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup sweet onion, minced
1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup vegetable broth
2-3 Tablespoons tomato paste
2-3 Tablespoons Pinot Noir wine vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, saute onion and garlic until onion becomes translucent. Combine mushrooms, peppers and vegetable broth, stirring until mushrooms are brown, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, wine vinegar and seasonings. Bring to a simmer and allow to thicken.

2. Spoon mixture on crispy eggplant and serve warm. Enjoy!