Vegan Food Ingredients

One ingredient that we can be thankful for as plant-based eaters is beans. Tofu and tempeh are the key players when talking about plant-based protein. Yet, we shouldn’t underestimate the high fiber and protein-rich bean. I was always aware that beans are a great option to incorporate into more meals, but I was never inspired to

Following a healthy diet and lifestyle becomes more and more challenging due to the conflicting messages that flood the media. With numerous diets promising weight loss and certain foods becoming demonized, it is difficult to know if you’re making informed food choices. Nutrition is unique to everyone; what’s right for one person may not be for

Vegetables often take a backseat when deciding what to cook—incorporated into meals for health reasons rather than enjoyment. Yet, they have the potential to be the star of any meal. I worked at a restaurant where vegetables were the focus. We created a selection of small plates that celebrated seasonal produce. I did not realize how

Where do you get your protein? Aren’t all vegans skinny and weak? How are you healthy if you only eat salad?

As a healthy long time vegan, I get asked these silly questions all the time, but at the beginning of my forever journey of becoming a vegan, I was worried about […]

You may wonder how we got from the standard 5 a day to a substantial 30 plant foods a week. While 5 a day is still a solid guideline, aiming for 30 plant foods a week draws on the importance of variety. Obtaining a mixture of plant foods in our diet benefits the community of good

One of the first things I learned as a vegan and one of the common arguments against veganism is that only eating vegetables doesn’t give you all the nutrients your body needs. The common ones that you miss include vitamin B12, calcium, and zinc. When I first started veganism, I looked into the health side because

Imagine a salad with no dressing or a stir-fry with no teriyaki. A good sauce ties a meal together, by enhancing the flavor, adding moisture, and scoring points for presentation. Without it, the food might end up being bland and uninspiring. Yet, due to the convenience and wide variety, it is hard not to rely on

Burgers, ribs, fried chicken, and pork rolls are all staples of the western diet. However, the world’s growing consumption of meat has taken a huge toll on the biodiversity of animals and the environment as a whole.The problem with meatThe Problem With MeatMeat consumption across the globe in both developed and developing world is on

Find vegan-friendly Halloween treats by identifying common animal-derived ingredients and choosing options like dark chocolate, rice milk, and organic sugars.