Did you know dogs can be vegans too? While this may be a topic of controversy, some vegan dogs have shown that, like humans, vegan dogs live longer and healthier. Bramble, the vegan dog, lived a fulfilling 27 years! My eleven year old rescued Weimaraner, Mason, also enjoys a protein-rich vegan diet and is full of muscle and energy! Whether your dog is vegan or not, here … [Read more...]
Archives for 2014
The Answer to Solving Childhood Obesity
In April of 2014, a study revealed a continued rise in childhood obesity for children ages two to 19. The study was based on over 14 years of data taken from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and stressed that not only were these children diagnosed with obesity at a young age, but the risk of remaining obese throughout their lifetime increased as well. How … [Read more...]
Vegan Camping Trip: Tips for Success
With autumn already in full swing, you may be scrambling to squeeze in your final summer adventures. There is perhaps no more vegan activity than camping. Camping is not only fun and relaxing, it can also be an activity that brings you closer to nature through interacting with the wonders of the great outdoors. Here are a few tips to have the ultimate vegan camping … [Read more...]
When You See How They Make This Vegan Cheese, Your Jaw Will Hit the Floor
It is hard to be a vegan for very long in today’s world before all types of people start questioning your actions, motives, food choices, and, well, sanity. For many people, even thinking about passing on meat evokes feelings and words of impossibility, frustration, and confusion. One food that scores of people believe is even more essential in certain dishes than meat, … [Read more...]
How to Order a Vegan Meal at Any Non-Vegan Restaurant
So you're going out with one special omni or some omni friends, and you don't want to pull the vegan card to decide the restaurant. You don't have to after learning these simple steps to order a vegan meal at any non-vegan restaurant: 1. Do Your Research Most restaurants have online menus (aka your cheat sheet to success) where you can peruse your choices, or lack … [Read more...]
5 Reasons You Should Add Turmeric to Everything
Turmeric is an amazing seasoning, rich in antioxidants you definitely want in your vegan diet. After you read these five reasons, turmeric is sure to become a regular on your seasoning rack and in all your meals. 1. Minimizes Sprain Pain Turmeric can be a big help internally and externally when it comes to sprains. This amazing spice is anti-inflammatory and can be mixed … [Read more...]
Is Grass-Fed Beef Better for You and the Environment?
Many people love to eat meat. While taste is the paramount reason, many individuals do want to justify their meat consumption for reasons beyond satisfying their tastebuds. Desiring to eat "healthier, "more humane," and "eco-friendly" meat, omnivores have turned to grass-fed beef as their saving grace. Unfortunately, grass-fed beef often does not live up to its claims of better … [Read more...]
How One Cleanse Turned Me Vegan and Changed My Life
Four and a half years ago I decided to do a cleanse. I had never done one before and thought it would be a great way to shed a few pounds and eat healthy, even for just a few days. I designed my cleanse based on what I had seen bouncing around on the Internet: no meat, no diary, no wheat, no alcohol, no caffeine and no soy. I decided to exclude fish and eggs as well to see how … [Read more...]
Whiten Your Teeth Naturally With These Vegan Foods
While there are plenty of commercial teeth whitening agents filled with chemicals, you don't have to harm your body or the environment to get a bright smile. Instead of harsh chemicals, here are a few vegan foods that will keep your teeth shining and smiling: An Apple A Day… The fibrous nature of an apple buffs your teeth and removes stains. It also contains malic … [Read more...]
Annoying Things Vegans Say To Omnivores And What You Can Say Instead
Remember this article? As per numerous polite suggestions from my beloved omni friends, it was requested I write an antipodal article from the omni perspective. As a vegan, I, of course, do not think I say anything annoying, so I had to do some field research on this one. Here are some annoying things vegans say to omnivores, what they may be trying to convey, and what they … [Read more...]