Nutrition & Lifestyle

Can you build muscle on a vegan diet? New 2025 research confirms plant-based athletes match omnivores in strength and often beat them in endurance and recovery. Learn the science behind fueling your fitness at St.Veg.

This article analyzes the bio-energetic foundations of plant-based nutrition through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. It compares ancient dietary principles—such as the importance of Agni (digestive fire) and Gu Qi (grain energy)—with modern sustainability practices at St.Veg, a vegan restaurant in Rockville, MD. Key Takeaways: Digestion First: Both TCM and Ayurveda prioritize cooked, warming foods over raw, cold foods to preserve digestive energy and prevent bloating. Avoid "Dead" Food: Processed mock meats lack Prana (vital life force) and can generate metabolic toxins (Ama); St.Veg prioritizes scratch-made, whole-food ingredients to maximize vitality. The Five Colors: A balanced vegan diet uses color-coded vegetables (Green, Red, Yellow, White, Black) to nourish specific organ systems, a practice integrated into St.Veg's menu design.