8 yr old goes vegetarian, Mom concerned about calories

Dear Savvy Vegetarian,

My 8 year old daughter became a vegetarian two months ago. My husband and I who are not vegetarian are trying our best to support her choice.
She is also an avid dancer training two to three hours a day. This is HER choice, we are NOT pushing this on her. (I have 4 [...]

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New Vegetarian Hates To Cook: How To Eat Healthy

Message for Savvy Vegetarian: I’ve recently become “vegetarian”, but I hate to cook.  I would like to buy pre-packaged foods, pre-made foods, etc.  What do you suggest?  Where do you suggest I go?  I love tofu and that’s my main source of protein. Help! Thank you, K.H.
 
Savvy Vegetarian Advice:
Hi K.H. If you want to be [...]

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De-Gas Beans With Asafoetida Or Hing

I was trying to find out where to purchase hing or asoeferida to “degas” beans for a recipe I saw on your site. Any suggestions where to buy ? Thanks, S.L.
Hi S.L.,
You can buy hing or asafoetida at some natural food stores or grocery stores with a big bulk section (such as Winco Foods or [...]

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Vegetarian College Student Wants To Eat Healthy

Hello! I’ve been reading up on your website, and I’ve realized I may not be as healthy as I wish. I’ve been a vegetarian since I was 14, and now I’m in college and almost 20.
I don’t feel unhealthy, or sick, but I feel like I’m a carb fanatic. I try my best to always [...]

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