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Q: About a year ago, I became mostly vegan and I've noticed I've had less energy and even feel light headed at times. Did you have a similar experience going vegan? I'm too tired to work out!

A: Are you sure you're getting enough calories? That's probably the culprit, but it could also be a medical issue (such a low iron, which can happen to women regardless of their diet) so if it persists, you'll need to …

When someone tells me they can't be plant-based (vegan) it's rarely, "Oh I can't give up [animal product]" and usually more like "Because I live in [place]."

I've been plant-based everywhere -- on a small Caribbean island for a year, in Africa, while traveling to some 35 cities, towns and villages across Europe. Sure, having a Whole Foods and Trader Joe's is nice, but it's not required. In fact, over the last 4 years, I've …

Meet our Herbie of the Week: Jacqueline!

Before the holidays, Jacqueline posted a before and after picture (below) on the Happy Herbivore Facebook page for the Win A Visit Sweepstakes.

I believe my exact words were: O.M.G.!!!!! I was CRAZY impressed (how could anyone not!?), so I immediately asked her if she would share her story for the Herbie of the Week series.

Prepare to be amazed!

A little over a year ago I told myself enough is enough. I …

Cold weather got ya down? This week's meal plan will cheer you (and your tastebuds) up!

Dive spoon first into the Kale & Potato Chowder (NEW!), Vegetable Quinoa Soup (NEW!), Tofu Chili (NEW!, fam) and Cilantro Lime Rice & Refried Black Beans (NEW!).

There's even a little taste of the upcoming season with the Springtime Stir-Fry (NEW!).

Cilantro Lime Rice & Refried Black Beans

Individual Highlights

• Springtime Stir-Fry (NEW!)
• Strawberry Stuffed Toast
• Portobello Steak …

This week's Teaching Tuesday is something everyone can benefit from, especially if you're frequently in the kitchen making Happy Herbivore recipes ;).

So strap on your math hats because we're about to do some measuring conversions! (Don't worry, they're pretty easy.)

If you read my post on baking perfection and troubleshooting tips, rule #5 on my list is conversions. For example, did you know there are 8 fluid ounces in 1 cup? Or 2 tablespoons equal 1 fluid ounce?

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