The Intrepid Herbivores Upcoming Vegetarian Cooking Show

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Come forage with us in Thailand! We are traveling to Thailand to film the pilot episode of a travel/cooking show geared toward the vegan/vegetarian traveler (literal or armchair). This show will serve two purposes: 1. To be a field guide for the traveler who loves food but has dietary restrictions. We are vegans and we know the culinary delights of the world are deep and multitudinous--but can sometimes be hard to find if you don't know how to look. NO MORE! We will venture into different regions of the world and investigate local produce and spices, visit restaurants and food vendors and learn about local specialties. We will also recommend places to eat and things to try and enroll in cooking classes to reach into the depths of indigenous vegan and vegetarian cuisine. We'll also touch on how to navigate in the local language--with tips on asking for meal specifications, reading menus and ingredients lists, and general alimentary etiquette. 2. To show all you folks at home (whether you're vegan, omnivorous, or anywhere in between) how to make the splendid dishes and treats we discover. We'll be taking cooking classes from local chefs, touring vibrant markets and farms, and taking you along with us. Eventually we want to create a companion series of guidebooks and build a comprehensive website with reviews, recommendations and all kinds of references for the vegan/vegetarian globetrotter--and truly celebrate the diversity of vegan food the world over. If the pilot episode from Thailand gets picked up, it will give us the opportunity to continue and we will film an ongoing series where we forage a different country or region in each delicious episode. We are raising funds to go toward the pilot episode, to be used for travel expenses, recording equipment and post-production. The overall budget is expected to be about $6000, of which we are hoping to raise half on kickstarter. Oh, and we'll spend some of it on food. ;-)

Project location: Portland, OR

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While there is no simple solution to weight loss, there are some natural vitamins that may help boost your weight loss results while you exercise and eat less.

There are always new and improved miracle diets being touted and offered for simple easy weight loss, so it's no wonder that so many of us are stuck scratching our heads, wondering what to do. There's no simple solution to weight loss, besides the old standby "eat less, exercise more." However, there are some vitamins and minerals that may help boost weight loss while you are dieting.
Multivitamin Supplement

A good multivitamin is a must for any dieter and can be found anywhere from grocery stores to health food stores. Different formulations are available and should be taken daily. They can be taken with a meal if stomach upset occurs.This will replace any vitamins and minerals that are lost while dieting and should be continued daily well after the diet stops as a normal daily routine.
B Vitamins:
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)

Thiamine is a water-soluble vitamin that helps the body to maintain a healthy nervous system and proper muscle functioning. Thiamine also metabolizes starches and carbohydrates in order to help the body to provide energy. Natural sources can be found in beef, legumes, milk, nuts, seeds, wheat, and whole grains. The body requires more thiamine in situations of high stress and it's supplies can be depleted very quickly, so it's important to make sure that you're getting adequate supplies of this essential vitamin.
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Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

Riboflavin metabolizes carbohydrates, fats and proteins and it helps the thyroid gland function properly. An improperly functioning thyroid is a reason that many people have trouble losing weight. If you suspect that you may have an issue with your thyroid, it's suggested that you see a doctor to get a simple blood test to determine if your thyroid is functioning properly. Some natural sources of riboflavin include dairy, meat, and leafy green vegetables.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)

Niacin is used by the body to assist in alcohol, carbohydrate and fat metabolism to create energy. Niacin is also necessary to maintain healthy cells in our bodies and is often used in higher doses by doctors to treat conditions like diabetes and high cholesterol. It's found in almost all B-complex vitamin formulas and in foods like yeasts, milk, eggs, and leafy green vegetables.
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)

Vitamin B6 is necessary for the correct function of protein, sugars and fats, all of which aid in proper metabolism operation. While it's use as a weight loss supplement isn't exactly clear as it hasn't been studied for that purpose by the FDA, it's included in the B-complex vitamin formulations and is essential for day-to-day metabolic function. It can be found naturally in legumes, vegetables, potatoes, milk, cheese, meat and flour.
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Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is required to properly form red blood cells, ensure proper neurological function and DNA synthesis. While it can be found in most B-complex formulations, vitamin B12 is readily available in fish, meat and dairy products. Certain studies have seen that it has boosted energy and endurance for certain groups of people, but the scientific community remains divided. Further studies need to be conducted.
Biotin (Vitamin H)

Biotin is another water-soluble B vitamin that maintains proper enzyme function. Without it, many enzymes do not work properly and complications involving many organ systems would occur. Biotin also helps maintain steady blood sugar level. This can be very important for dieters as it will prevent the mid-afternoon slumps and discourage snacking.

Mid-afternoon is a time when many dieters experience a drip in blood sugar, which lowers their resistance towards the types of food that they're avoiding. If they can successfully power through this time of day and avoid the temptations, this will help them stay on the proper weight loss track. Controlling blood sugar through many small meals and perhaps biotin (more research is needed), so that it remains constant, could help tremendously.
Zinc

Zinc can be an effective tool in appetite control as it regulates insulin activity, keeping blood sugar steady rather than up and down, where it will affect appetite and energy level. Zinc works in tandem with vitamins A and E to assist in the manufacturing of the thyroid hormones, which play a crucial part in metabolism, as well as many other bodily processes. It also works with vitamin B6 to produce pancreatic enzymes which help to properly digest food. The more readily food is digested, the more likely the body is to resort to burning excess fat stores for fuel, which may assist with weight loss.

Chromium (III) picolinate

Chromium helps metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Without it, insulin is less effective at controlling blood sugar levels which means that it's harder to burn off excess fat stores. It's being heavily researched as a treatment for depression and as a weight loss tool, but some studies are showing that it's an effective supplement for helping weight loss. It's also considered to be somewhat controversial as the the literature appears to need further research.

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The FDA does not strictly regulate herbs and supplements and cannot guarantee strength, purity, or safety of the products so effects may vary. Supplements may interact with other drugs that you take, as interactions haven't always been thoroughly tested. Be sure to read all labels. It's always a good idea to discuss any supplements with a doctor or health care provider before starting any new therapy.

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Sources and Recommended Reading:

WebMd: Vitamins and Lifestyle Guide

Medline Plus Health Information from National Library of Medicine

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Vegan Diets Sweeping the Mainstream: Not Just For Crunchy Hippies Anymore From fringe to center stage.

By Sara Novak
Fri Jan 14, 2011 08:00

It seems only yesterday that those who chose to embark on a vegan diet found themselves on the periphery of society. A fringe, more militant version of vegetarianism, they were forced to stay at home and cook every meal with little respite from the kitchen. Not anymore.

Today, thanks to celebrity converts and more restaurant and food choices, veganism has made its way to the mainstream, at least according to a recent article in the Washington Post. My eyes were first opened to the diet in 2005 when I read the Skinny Bitch and it turns out I wasn't the only one. It seems books like this are what turned the tide for the movement.

"It's definitely more diverse. It's not what you would picture 20 years ago, which is kind of hippie, crunchy," said Isa Chandra Moskowitz, author of vegan cookbooks like the new Appetite for Reduction. She says it's easier being a vegan now because there is more local produce available and more interesting ways of cooking.

According to the Washington Post, in a 2009 survey, Vegetarian Resource Group reported about 1 percent of Americans are vegan, roughly a third of the people who reported being vegetarians.

Actress Alicia Silverstone added a dose of star power to the vegan cause more recently with The Kind Diet, a No. 1 best-seller. Planet Green released a list last year of the top Vegan Celebrity Hotties which included Natalie Portman, Cassie Affleck, Singer Fiona Apple, and Ginnifer Goodwin. It's a welcomed foodie trend as far as I'm concerned.
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Becoming Vegetarian To Lose Weight

Becoming vegetarian to lose weight can be the best thing you have ever done for your health and vitality, not to mention for your waistline. With the proper vegetarian diet, you should be eating foods you love while satisfying your sweet tooth and never going hungry.

The key to never starving as a newbie vegetarian is to eat pure foods and plenty of vegetarian protein. When you eat the right vegetarian diet - full of healthy living foods, anti-oxidants, and nutrient-rich meals – you’ll have more energy than a teenager, plus the complexion of a cover model and the healthiest body of anyone at any age. A flat belly will be a welcome side effect of eating a healthy vegetarian diet!

However, most people struggle when they start a vegetarian weight loss diet. In fact, some of my friends have even GAINED WEIGHT when they tried vegetarian diets because they just didn’t know what they were doing. Beginner vegetarians often eat all their meals from boxed and pre-packaged foods and before they realize it, they gain ugly belly fat from the excess sugar and sodium in those so-called health foods.

I have found a 30 day diet that guides new vegetarians into eating exactly what their body needs while making sure newbies never go hungry. It is called`: "Easy Vegetarian Meal Plans". Discover the guilt-free secrets to vitality and a healthy, affordable way to eat a vegetarian diet for fat loss, without all of the high-sodium, high-sugar, processed food pitfalls that most vegetarians experience along the way.

You’ll get proven fat loss vegetarian diet meal plans that will allow you to lose fat and fit into smaller clothes without harming the environment or risking your health on animal products.

These meal plans will not only make you slim and give you dramatically more energy, but you’ll reverse the aging process and look 10 years younger after just a few weeks.

Your friends – and even members of the opposite sex – will be amazed by your new body. Believe me, veggie meal plans will make you look sexy.

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