Whether you are new to veganism or a seasoned vegan, here are the basics every vegan pantry must have: Core Items for Your Vegan Pantry Almond Milk (or soy, cashew, hemp, oat, etc.) - For baking or creamy sauces, alternative milks are a seamless substitute. Nutritional Yeast - As vegans do not eat cheese, you may be missing your childhood macaroni and cheese; but have no … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2014
Travel Tips for Vegans
If you have the travel bug like I do, you may have encountered the challenge of eating vegan while traveling outside of the U.S. Fortunately, many other countries are on the vegan bandwagon too, and I have yet to starve while on vacation. Here is a robust collection of simple, fast travel tips to make your life easier. Learn the language Learn how to say "I am vegan" in the … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Vegan Halloween Guide
Remember that you can have a spooky vegan Halloween too! Here is your guide to living vegan this Halloween: Treats Beware of seemingly vegan candies. I hand out a variety of candy to my trick-or-treaters and receive no complaints (or eggings)! The following treats have proven to be smash hits in my neighborhood: Swedish Fish, a gummy, chewy fish-shaped candy. Dum-dum … [Read more...]
Veganism in a Nutshell
Vegans do not eat or use anything that is of animal origin. They do not eat meat or products derived from animals like honey, butter and dairy products. Similarly, they do not use animal-based or animal-derived products like cosmetics, soaps, leather, silk and fur. Veganism: Are There Any Cons? Veganism is a personal choice and people can choose to be vegans due to … [Read more...]
If Only You Knew What Chickens Go Through
Do you eat chicken because you are familiar with the scientific literature on them and have decided that their suffering doesn't matter, or do you do it because it tastes good? ― Jonathan S. Foer, Eating Animals When you think of a chicken, it is normal to imagine one clucking around a farm, perhaps pecking for seeds in the dirt, or resting in the cozy sanctuary of a … [Read more...]
Human Canine Teeth are Designed to Eat Meat?
The landscape of food and how we have consumed it has undergone incredible changes for centuries. Throughout history, owning livestock and being able to feed it to your family was a sign of wealth and prosperity. If you had guests over, being able to feed them meat, bread and olive oil indicated that you truly cared about their wellbeing. Across the ages, these traditions … [Read more...]
You’ll Never Guess What the FBI Finally Did!
On October 27, 2012, southern California resident Andre Delgado poured lighter fluid on Buddy, a 3-year-old basset hound adopted from Bassett Hound Rescue of Southern California, then set the dog on fire. The incident was reported by a neighbor. Police arrived at the scene to find Buddy had suffered severe burns, and later died. After investigating the evidence, Delgado was … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Going Vegan the Easy Way
Most everyone that makes a major life change does it at their own pace. For some, that transition can happen seamlessly. For others, however, that change does not come quickly or easily enough for them. Here are five strategic tips to keep going vegan easy and minimize stress. Remember, you have begun a phenomenal, perspective-altering journey. 1. To help minimize the … [Read more...]
Tips for the Vegan Newbie
While only a small percentage of people throughout the world are full-time vegans, interest in the concept and diet is rising faster than any time in history. The fact that you are reading an article on Vegaprocity right now means you are one of the curious. I congratulate you on your courageous voyage towards truth and healthy living. To aid your quest, let me offer you … [Read more...]
5 Vegan Pizza Recipes With Vegan Cheese to Die For
Cheese is often the focal point of well-loved pizzas, and many restaurants have garnered great respect for how they serve it up. Chicago, Illinois is frequently hailed as the U.S. capital of premium deep-dish pizzas, with at least half a dozen big-name players. Included on that list are Giordano’s, Lou Malnati’s and Gino’s East pizzerias. At first consideration, the … [Read more...]