Vegetarian diets have hidden benefits

By: Julia Rauchfuss, COLUMNIST Vegetarians and vegans can vouch that if the most frequently asked question about their diet isn't, 'Why?' then it is most certainly, 'How do you get everything you need?' ... ;

Delicious dishes from around the world

Some dishes from Simply Food, photographed yesterday, are examples of healthy and tasty vegetarian fare. Clockwise from front: Indian brown rice and curry, hot dog and salad, tofu shake and lasagna.

Food combining works

I ALREADY wrote about food combination in a previous column. But some interested readers insisted that I write more about the topic. I first learned about food combination from a vegetarian-friend, who is a fitness buff and loves to eat right. I was quite surprised because she has remained healthy and thin even if she eats a lot. Her skin looks glowing and shiny.

Realistic resolutions

LAST January, when I made my New Year resolution, I told myself I would make it happen, come what may. I wanted to go on a vegetarian diet, for a healthier lifestyle and to be more disciplined when it comes to food (difficult for a Penangite).

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