How to Make Facon Bacon

facon bacon 1This recipe is from one of our regular contributors, Dr. Neal Barnard. If you are vegetarian or vegan or just want a healthier version of bacon, this Facon Bacon recipe provides a great alternative. The main ingredient in this is tempeh, which is made from fermented soybeans. It is extremely versatile and makes a great substitute for many meats.

Tempeh is produced from whole soybeans, naturally fermented and bound together. The fermentation process breaks down the soybeans into an easily digestible food that is high in protein, as well as rich in fiber. Continue reading “How to Make Facon Bacon”

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Dinner Tonight: Tempeh Sloppy Joes

tempeh sloppy joesTempeh Sloppy Joes are a great way to use tempeh, and this recipe provides a good introduction to cooking with it.

Tempeh is a made from fermented soy beans and has a nutty, mushroom-like taste. It is an excellent alternative to ground beef and especially good if you are trying to move toward a more plant-based diet. It is high in protein, calcium and iron and has probiotic benefits derived from the fermentation process, helping to balance your gut health and pH levels.

Fermented products like tempeh contribute to overall health and well-being. Continue reading “Dinner Tonight: Tempeh Sloppy Joes”

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Dinner Tonight: Sweet and Sour Tempeh Offers Benefits of Fermented Foods

tempehThe importance of probiotics is becoming more evident and the use of fermented foods is a great way to get healthy bacteria in your system. Research shows that a probiotic-rich diet has numerous health benefits, from enhancing your digestive and cardiovascular health to having a positive effect on your mood.

Unfortunately, there are many things within our daily routine or lifestyle that could be detrimental to our good gut bacterial growth. Here are some good suggestions to help improve and maintain healthy bacteria levels: Continue reading “Dinner Tonight: Sweet and Sour Tempeh Offers Benefits of Fermented Foods”

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