health news
3 NEW VEGAN MENUS TO TRY THIS MONTH
5 health benefits of eating vegan
With World Vegan Day taking place on November 1, 2019, we hear from Fitness First’s Nutrition Manager, Banin Shahine, who shares the health benefits of going vegan. fibre. Edamame beans also have huge amounts of vitamins and minerals that help increase energy in different ways. 5. Leafy green vegetables like spinach, kale, broccoli, lettuce and watercress are all excellent sources of Vitamin B and have an important part to play in energy production. Incorporating these nutritious foods into your daily diet will help fight fatigue.
folly by Nick & Scott, Madinat Jumeirah This November, well-known chef duo, Nick Alvis & Scott Price will introduce their vegan menu at the Souk Madinat-based, folly by Nick & Scott. Choose between a choice of unique vegetable pairings such as pumpkin, orange, and watercress or perhaps you would prefer the kohlrabi infused with black garlic, five spice and shitake. The new vegan menu will be available at folly by Nick & Scott throughout the month of November with dishes starting from Dhs65. Call 04 430 8535.
Stoke House, DAMAC Hills, Trump International Golf Course Step inside this cosy gastropub on November 1 and celebrate World Vegan Day with Stoke House’s specially curated totally vegan menu. At Dhs99 guests are treated to a four-course meal containing a soup dish, followed by a choice of starters, then mains and desserts. From a zesty guacamole bruschetta to a choice of veggie haven main courses, your taste buds will thank you for the chia, coconut and mango pudding sweet dessert. Call 04-2453939.
Ultra-Brassiere, Marina Plaza & Emaar Square A place to recharge your batteries and enjoy fresh, healthy food, Ultra Brasserie is serving up a three-course menu, inclusive of beverage, to celebrate World Vegan Month. Available every Friday during the month of November at both branches, the exclusive vegan menu includes lentil Shepherd’s Pie, avocado sushi rolls and ramen, plus more, priced at Dhs99 for three-courses. Visit ultra.ae.
EAT MORE WHOLE FOODS Eliminating meat and dairy can help increase your whole food intake and will also encourage you to get more creative in the kitchen. When you lead a vegan lifestyle, naturally you will be consuming a lot more colour and variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, that provide the body with the vitamins and minerals you need for optimal health. A SPRING IN YOUR STEP Processed foods and sugars can make you feel lethargic and lower your energy levels. Eating whole foods rich in healthy fats, vitamins and minerals will significantly give your energy levels a good boost and lower your stress levels. Here are a few delicious plant-based foods to help increase your energy levels. 1. Bananas are one of the best foods for energy. They are an excellent source of carbohydrates and are full of potassium and vitamin B6- all of which can help boost energy levels in the body. 2. Brown rice is extremely nutritious. It is less processed than white rice and retains more nutritional value in the form of fibre, vitamins and minerals. Thanks to its fibre content, brown rice has a low glycaemic index, meaning it can help regulate blood sugar levels and maintain steady levels throughout the day 3. Apples are rich in natural sugars and fibre and provide a slow and sustained energy release. Rich in antioxidants, apples also help slow down the digestion of carbohydrates, and release energy over a more extended period of time 4. Edamame beans are relatively low in calories, but these satisfying pick-me-up snacks are full of proteins, carbs and
SLASH YOUR SATURATED FAT INTAKE Saturated fat is primarily found in animal products like meat and cheese and it is a key factor in increasing cholesterol which contributes to many heart diseases. Adopting a vegan diet will automatically decrease your saturated fat intake. Any transition to more plant-based eating is extremely heart healthy. Not only can a plant-based diet help with your cholesterol levels but it can also decrease the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. FEWER MIGRAINES Migraines are commonly linked to diet, and food can often be the trigger. Try and stay away from chocolate and cheese and opt for plant-based foods, especially organic product as the produce is much purer and less likely to trigger a migraine attack. REDUCE THE RISK OF KIDNEY FAILURE A meat diet isn’t always best for the body, especially in high consumption. Recent studies have shown that by following a vegan diet you can reduce the risk of kidneys not functioning properly. Plant proteins are healthier for your organs and help encourage production levels within the liver and kidney.
November 2019 BBC Good Food Middle East 73
