Nutritional yeast is the perfect companion for vegan adventure travel because it gives cheesy flavor without the need for refrigeration, is low in sodium, and has a very long storage life. Some brands of nutritional yeast are vitamin-fortified and considered a health food. There are no plant foods that reliably contain B-12 and nutritional yeast is an economical way for vegans to get this vital nutrient.
Yearly Archives: 2011
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Knowing how to read a topographic map is an essential skill for navigating the backcountry. Make sure you understand how to follow a topographic map before your hike — especially if you plan to be in a remote area. Here we’ll cover the basics and provide some online sources for finding topographic hiking maps. We […]
We’ve talked about Lara Bars before. These simple bars combine a three to four ingredients, such as dates, berries, and nuts into some delicious flavors. These bars are loaded in simple carbohydrate sugar for quick energy and heart-healthy unsaturated fat, making them an ideal snack for backpackers. Not only do […]
1. Sprouting is Green Sprouts are the edible young shoots of a plant as it germinates from a seed to a plant. Sprout seeds are low-cost and provide a steady supply of healthy, economical food. The seeds can be stored for 3 – 5 years if kept dry and at […]
Why sacrifice on a decent meal when you are on the trail? Eating well on the trail not only tastes better but eating the right types of food will enhance your performance and give you the gusto to go a little further. Eating well does not have to be gourmet […]