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WHAT FOODS ARE HIGH IN CALCIUM? Dietary sources of calcium are varied and can cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions. Here are some common sources: Dairy Products: This is the most well-known group. It includes milk, cheese, yogurt, and kefir. Dairy products are among the richest sources of calcium. Leafy Green Vegetables: Certain vegetables, especially dark, leafy greens like collard greens, turnip greens, kale, and bok choy, have significant calcium content. Spinach also contains calcium, but it's less available for absorption due to its high oxalate content. Fortified Foods: Many foods are fortified with calcium, including plant-based milk alternatives (such as almond, soy, and rice milk), some cereals, orange juice, and tofu made with calcium sulfate. Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, sesame seeds, chia seeds, and tahini (sesame seed paste) contain calcium. Legumes: Beans, particularly white beans, chickpeas, and black-eyed peas, have notable amounts of calcium. Lentils also contain some calcium. Dried Fruits: Some dried fruits like figs and apricots contain calcium. Certain Grains: Amaranth and quinoa are grains that provide some calcium.

Alzheimer's disease is a relatively common neurodegenerative disorder, especially among older adults. In 2020, about 50 million people had dementia, and most of them had Alzheimer's disease. Projections show this number increasing significantly in the coming decades due to the aging population.

Caryn collaborates with advanced sommelier Wanda Cole-Nicholson on Fox 2 to show you how you can healthfully plant your plate and pair it well in 2024!

Who doesn’t like a short cut? If you know one thing about me, it’s that I love my fiber! FIBER IS SEXY and I encourage your to get 40 grams a day in! Many people look at me with big googly eyes when they hear me say this for the first time, others are mortified because it’s all they can do to get in the 15 or so that most Americans do. Ah, the work around - a fiber supplement!

The holiday season is a time of joy, family, and, let's face it, a lot of food. For those of us committed to a plant-strong diet, this time of year can pose unique challenges. But fear not! With a little planning and some savvy strategies, you can navigate the holiday season while staying true to your plant-based lifestyle. Here are five key tips to help you maintain your plant-strong diet during the holidays.

I have been writing recipes since I started STL Veg Girl back in 2011. For those of you who know me, you know that I say writing them feels like a punishment; after a session of playing a dash of this and a pinch of that and then translating that into exact words to get the same outcome of flavors and textures each time can be nothing less than maddening. Buuuut- it’s part of the job and I’m always glad that I give it 100%. For you, I hope it pays off right away, for me it pays off later when I need a recipe for a client or class asap! Enter the holidays. Let’s get to it: There are my TOP 5 Thanksgiving Recipes!