In a recent campaign aimed at promoting a “balanced diet”, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) in the UK made two claims, one of which is untrue and one that is highly questionable. They claim: B12 is… [Read More]
Sprout Living Review: Vegan Protein & Superfood Blends
Plant-based products are becoming increasingly popular. People are more conscious than ever of the food they consume and the impact it has on their health and the environment. Plant-based protein alternatives such as those offered by Sprout Living… [Read More]
Are Figs Vegan? The Truth About Wasps & Fig Tree Pollination
Figs are technically not a fruit because they don’t flower like apple and pear trees do. Instead, a fig tree’s flowers bloom inside the pear-shaped pod, which matures into the fruit we eat. The pollination of naturally growing… [Read More]
Vegan Vitamin D3 & K2 Supplementation Guide
Vitamins D and K are both fat-soluble vitamins that play a vital role in calcium metabolism. Vitamin D3 makes sure that calcium is easily absorbed. Vitamin K2 (MK-7) activates the protein osteocalcin, which integrates calcium into bone. Without… [Read More]
GUNAS Review – Luxury Ethical Handbags, Shoes & Soaps
Vegan fashion brands are on the rise. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the horror behind the use of animal skins, and indeed the ecological impact caused by the animal agriculture industry. As such, people naturally want to… [Read More]
Shopping Vegan on a Budget – 10 Tips to Save Money
One argument against going plant-based (vegan) is the expense. Some would say that being able to eat vegan is a privilege and something many can’t afford to do. People rightly fear changing their eating habits because alternative, healthier… [Read More]
Is the Label ‘Vegan’ Doing More Harm Than Good?
Having labels makes life easier in many respects. It enables us to identify specific groups of people and to help those people access the things they need, and to protect them if need be. Some groups of people… [Read More]
Veestro Review: The Zero Prep Vegan Meal Delivery Service
Veestro is a plant-based meal delivery service established by Mark Fahler and his sister Monica. The siblings grew up in Costa Rica, where eating fresh produce on a daily basis was a way of life. Veestro is encompasses… [Read More]
Being Vegan: Dietary Choice Vs. Moral Stance
Perhaps the most incorrect assumption about veganism is that it’s a diet. Being vegan is not a diet. It is a moral choice to abstain from causing unnecessary exploitation and suffering to animals. The word ‘vegan’ is used… [Read More]
Purple Carrot Review – My Personal Experience
In my Purple Carrot review I deep dive on this vegan meal delivery service and look at taste, pricing, recipes, shipping, packaging & more. Purple Carrot is a meal delivery service focused on healthy, plant-based meals. While popular… [Read More]