W
hether you are a vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian or "weekend
vegetarian" going veggie-friendly can be good for both your
physical and mental health, cites Science Daily. A few of the
many benefits of this lifestyle include lower blood pressure, better
heart health and even lower rates of cancer. Sure, staying away
from bacon and steak can be a struggle, but if you choose to try
you aren't alone. October 1st is World Vegetarian Day, kick-starting
Vegetarian Awareness Month. Observed annually World Vegetarian
Day was established by the North American Vegetarian Society in
1977, "To promote the joy, compassion and life enhancing possibilities
of vegetarianism." With a quick glance at some of Seattle's amazing
vegan and vegetarian restaurants curbing the cutlet cravings might
not be as difficult as you think.
Café Flora World famous (or at least
well-known in Seattle) for their tasty
Oazaca Tacos, Cafe Flora is a vegetarian
staple for dining out. In addition to serving
breakfast, lunch and dinner they also
offer a terrific brunch with items such as
biscuits and (vegan) gravy, heirloom tomato
scramble with eggs or seasoned tofu and
don't miss the Raspberry Lemon Pancakes.
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