Like many others, my husband and I both struggled with our weight and health for years. In 2007 I adopted a low-fat, no-added-fat vegan diet, and Scott joined me shortly thereafter. In the span of a year, we both lost more weight than we previously thought possible and reversed or eliminated all of our medical conditions. We also noticed a surge in our energy levels and went on to complete our first marathon, something that never seemed realistic or possible before.
We all know about the dangers of hydrogenated oils, but other oils, like olive oil, can also be harmful. Most “cooking oils,” such as canola oil, have very low burning points. When these oils are heated beyond that boiling point, the nutrients are lost and free radicals are created. Oils are also sneaky calorie bombs, both high in fat and high in calories. One tablespoon of oil has approximately 120 calories and 14g of fat—the same as a candy bar!
To obtain essential fatty acids, I eat unprocessed fats such as nuts and seeds sparingly. Also remember that all foods, even greens, naturally contain a little fat, so the body is always getting plenty of fat without adding extra.
The nutritional information for each recipe was computed using caloriecount.com. Each analysis provided is per serving. Unless otherwise noted, optional ingredients are not included. Breads and wraps are also not included, unless specifically noted (see packaging for that information). Sodium content is not included because the value changes significantly between brands and the calculator tools have too much discrepancy with sodium to provide a safe estimate.