THE
GREEN WAY TO HEALTHY LIVING
Grains
are high in fiver, fat free, satisfying, and delicious. They are much
better suited to healthy diet that meat. Rice, wheat, and corn are
the most important and commonly used grains in the world, but there
are also many lesser known grains from which to choose. Select from
buckwheat, miller, oats, rye, quinoa, couscous, amaranth, barley and
wheat berries.
CONSIDER
THE BEANS
Beans
have been around since the Bronze Age and have spent a good deal of
that time overcoming bad press. They are a staple for most of the
world. Since beans are low in fat and contain no cholesterol, they
make a nutritious and economical addition to any vegetarian diet. But
sure to include bean dishes in your weekly menu plan. They may be
combined with rice, pasta, or other grains to make a satisfying and
complete meal. Beans also make excellent additions to soups and
salads and can even be made into bean cakes or “burgers.”.
KEEP IT GREEN.
No
vegetarian meal would be complete without the star of the table –
VEGETABLES! Leafy green vegetables, fragrant herbs, potatoes, winter
squash, vine-ripened tomatoes – the natural world offers
extraordinary inspiration for a wealth and abundance of meatless
meals. Plan your meals around seasonal fresh produce.
If
you have a garden, grow as many fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs
as you can. If you are unable to maintain a garden, purchase fresh
locally grown fruits and vegetables from a farmer's market. Have a
windowsill garden of herbs. Pick them fresh and use them to enliven
your food. Use spices to add zest and flavour, as well as to aid
digestion.
DO ENJOY DAIRY Cheese
and other daily products are enjoyed as a traditional part of many
cuisines. In moderation, or for special dinners, they offer a rich
and nutritious addition to the diet. If you choose not to eat dairy
products, simply leave them out or substitute tofu and other soy
products.
BE GRATEFUL Prepare your food and eat them in a happy and
relaxed state of mind after duly thanking the giver.
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