Russell Simmons on Veganism
Posted On: Wednesday, June 27th, 2018On New Year’s Day in 1997, hip hop icon Russell Simmons made a life altering decision: He cut all animal products from his diet and embraced veganism. For Simmons, the change to a vegan diet began with his spiritual journey into the world of meditation and yoga. Having compassion for animals, along with his practice of non-harming, made the transition to veganism a natural effect of his growing mindfulness. Inspired by the film Diet for a New America, Simmons decided to give up animal products for the benefit of his own health and the health of the environment. There are many health perks to a vegan diet. Replacing animal products with plant products often leads to weight loss as these diets tend to reduce calorie intake overall, even when people eat until they feel full. Simmons himself lost 20 pounds shortly after becoming vegan. A diet based around a variety...
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Tips for Going Vegan
Posted On: Wednesday, June 27th, 2018Odds are, you’ve heard about the many health benefits of adopting a vegan diet. Removing animal products from your diet helps you lose weight, lower your blood pressure, improve kidney function, protect against certain cancers, help reduce arthritis pain, and so much more. Knowing what veganism can do for you doesn’t mean the idea of actually changing to a vegan diet doesn’t feel overwhelming or even impossible. The good news is, you can make small changes and work toward veganism over time rather than make a sudden switch. It may be easiest to start by eliminating one animal product from your diet at a time. For example, start with red meat and gradually remove other types of meat over a matter of weeks or even months. You may want to remove eggs from your diet next, and then dairy. Make changes at a pace you’re comfortable with and get used...
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