I have digestive issues that I don’t really like talking about. I’m a very healthy 76, and have been a vegan for the last 22 years. I’m writing this anonymously because despite my overall good health, I do have some digestive issues that are a little embarrassing. I’ve spoken to enough vegans to know that my problem is pretty common among vegans and It can be a real challenge for people converting to a vegan diet for the first time. I’m talking about gas and bloating. For most of my time as a vegan I’ve tried to eat as much...

Total Carbs Vs. Net Carbs… What’s the Difference? Not all carbohydrates (carbs) are bad, and some of them are vital to maintaining good health. For example refined sugar and white flour are “bad” carbs, because they are just empty calories and eating too much of them isn’t healthy and may lead to weight gain (and worse). Bad carbs typically cause a spike in blood sugar. Dietary fiber, on the other hand is a carb, but one that is very good for you. Good carbs like fiber and non-sugar natural sweeteners don’t cause a spike in blood sugar and are often...