Her comment:

Everyone agrees some meat, etc in moderation is not a bad bad thing. Right? Nevertheless, I still believe it is the following of your own convictions, beliefs, good karma, etc that gives one health in mind and body through stability, happiness and less stress. Feeding your spirit is what counts… so I’ll eat meat and dairy because it is my conviction and belief and you eat whatever foods are for you. Be good to each other and we may find health!

My response:

That would be wonderful if medically true, but if it were, then there would be no health issues in people who are deeply spiritual, kind or religious. When it comes to what keeps your body healthiest, positive feelings, stability, etc. do help but are no guarantee by a long shot as you can see by all walks of life getting critically ill.

It all boils down to pure science just as the sun shines every morning whether it is something you “believe in” or not. Scientifically, all animal products contain cholesterol – even skim milk, fish and chicken breasts.

As humans, we naturally create our own cholesterol whereas pure carnivores such as dogs and cats do not. When we add extra cholesterol to our bodies through any animal foods, we add cholesterol which ends up sticking to our blood vessel walls and creating a more acidic system. Both of these, over time, can lead to health complications whether it be heart disease, inflammation, diabetes or others.

It is possible that some people naturally have somewhat of a better ability to handle the extra cholesterol since they have likely been eating animal stuff for many generations and might have adapted to some degree, yet even they succumb to food-borne illnesses such as those listed above.

The problem is that thanks to our modern food production capability, we are eating soooo much more animal products than ever before and our bodies have not been able to successfully adapt since it has been such a fast change. Therefore, no matter what, less is better and less does not mean one animal product a day, but a couple of times a week at best.

I loved how one doctor from Clevland Clinic referred to it as a choosing between shooting or hanging yourself when choosing what kinds of animal products to keep in your diet to stay healthy…

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From Allrecipe:

Original Recipe Yield 16 brownies

From VeganBanking:

3 Tablespoons water
2 Tablespoons golden flax meal

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda

7 Tablespoons cocoa powder
1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate, chopped into ½ inch pieces
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
¾ teaspoon salt

¼ cup boiling water

1 ½ cups sugar
6 Tablespoons margarine, melted (not tub margarine)
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

From Guilty Kitchen:

1 cup coconut oil
4 oz. (or 112 grams) bittersweet chocolate or to be even more strict just use unsweetened chocolate with 70% (or more) cocoa solids.
1 tsp vanilla
2 tsp instant coffee or espresso powder
1/2 cup hot water
2 cups sugar**
1 cup cake or pastry flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
3/4 cup dutch process cocoa
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 Tbsp flax seeds (ground)
6 Tbsp hot water

 

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Key TJ, Appleby PN, Rosell MS. Proc Nutr Soc. 2006 Feb;65(1):35-41.

Cross-sectional studies of vegetarians and vegans have shown that on average they have a relatively low BMI (body mass index) and a low plasma cholesterol concentration; recent studies have also shown higher plasma homocysteine concentrations than in non-vegetarians. Cohort studies of vegetarians have shown a moderate reduction in mortality from IHD (ischemic heart disease) but little difference in other major causes of death or all-cause mortality in comparison with health-conscious non-vegetarians from the same population. Studies of cancer have not shown clear differences in cancer rates between vegetarians and non-vegetarians. More data are needed, particularly on the health of vegans and on the possible impacts on health of low intakes of long-chain n-3 fatty acids and vitamin B(12). Overall, the data suggest that the health of Western vegetarians is good and similar to that of comparable non-vegetarians.

Reassuring quotes from the American Dietetic Association about vegetarian diets.

J Am Diet Assoc. 2009 Jun;109(7):1266-1282.

It is the position of the American Dietetic Association that appropriately planned vegetarian diets, including total vegetarian or vegan diets, are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and may provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases. Well-planned vegetarian diets are appropriate for individuals during all stages of the life cycle, including pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, and adolescence, and for athletes.

PubMed Abstract

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Food is medicine: Allergy and asthma sufferers looking for natural alternatives to combat uncomfortable symptoms and decrease trips to the pharmacy can simply increase trips to the vegetable section of their grocer.

• Celeriac roots; High sodium and mineral content also act as an antiseptic and help to reduce allergic reaction.
• Crimini Mushrooms, Spinach and Pumpkin seeds; these items are high in zinc and will help to make your immunity stronger to combat allergens.
• Chinese Bean Sprouts (Mung Beans) and Hikama Roots have a range of nutritional benefits that stimulate the immune system, including high values of protein, vitamin C, folic acid, iron and manganese.
• All Leafy green vegetables will increase oxygen levels in your blood, prevent anemia and boost your overall immune system.

o   Kale, spinach, collards, mustard, boc choy, beet, turnip greens, etc.

1-     Don’t buy the milk or the cow: Curb Asthma & Allergies symptoms by scaling back on dairy and meat products. These products trigger your body to make excess of phlegm that negatively impacts your immune system making the allergic symptoms worst.

2-     Pump it up – Daily: Exercise Strengthens the Body against Diseaseby increasing blood circulation which helps flush out bacteria, waste and unwanted toxins the body and even lungs.

3-     Keep it real: Skipping the processed products has been proven to decrease allergies and asthma.  Increase intake of raw and uncooked vegetables which contain essential nutrients needed by the cells in your body to build immunity against disease.

4-     The green scene: Make it a point to get fresh air and absorb vitamin D from the Sun to strengthen your bones. Additionally, spring cleaning is another measure to help purify your home/work environment from excess chemicals from heavy metals, dust, pet dander, mold and pollen that further aggravate the respiratory system.

About the Author: Dr.  Brian Clement, PhD, NMD, LN, co-director of Hippocrates Health Institute, is author of seven books, including the bestseller Living Foods for Optimum Health. He has spent three decades researching and practicing nutrition, and has traveled to more than 40 countries conducting lectures, seminars and educational programs on nutrition and health. An informative, lively and thought-provoking interview, Dr. Clement has been featured in numerous media outlets across the globe, including: People Magazine, Woman’s Day, NBC and Univision.

Hippocrates Health Institute (http://www.hippocratesinst.org/) uses raw vegan diets and other natural health tools to help people recover from both serious and crucial health challenges.

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