The leading car interior option for the majority of manufacturers is leather, which is why the idea of purchasing an eco-friendly and luxury car can be daunting for vegans. Tesla Motors, whose brand embodies sustainable luxe, has finally proposed a 100% vegan car. The highly desired electric car maker is now allowing eco-conscious enthusiasts order its fresh Model X sports … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2016
Wendy’s Adds New Veggie Burger to Their Menu
You can officially add Wendy’s to your list of fast-food restaurants with vegan-friendly options— now that’s better! The nation’s third largest fast-food burger chain is currently testing a veggie burger that is available in select locations. What's in the Veggie Burger? The new item, classically named the Black Bean Burger, contains 14 grams of protein and is made with wild … [Read more...]
Vegan Perfumes & Beauty Products for Valentine’s Day
The countdown to Valentine’s Day is officially on! With less than a month to go, it’s time to start prepping your beauty routine so you don’t have to rush around figuring out what fragrance or lip color to wear at the last minute. Don’t worry, we compiled the best vegan perfumes and beauty products for you to use this Valentine’s Day: Bailando by Harvey Prince Looking to … [Read more...]
Watch: The Unlikely Friendship Between Rescued Elephant and Canine
This is a baby elephant's story that starts out sad, but ends up being truly heartfelt with an unlikely friendship. Ellie the elephant was two weeks old when he was rejected by it's herd and critically ill with a low chance of survival. He was then taken to rehabilitate at the Thula Thula Rhino Orphanage where they are known for taking in rhinos afflicted by the poaching crisis … [Read more...]
10 Steps to a Healthy Vegan Relationship
Congrats! You have met an amazing man or woman who is willing to explore your vegan lifestyle; someone who is ready to take the leap into what seems like second nature to you now. But beware, "converting" non-vegans is a tricky topic. You do not want to scare them, so proceed with caution. You don't want to change your partner, rather encourage them to see the light in a vegan … [Read more...]
Veganuary: The New January
It's the New Year and thousands of people are starting it off by celebrating Veganuary, a global campaign that encourages people to go vegan in January. This year marks the third annual Veganuary, and it is definitely catching on. The organization is expecting about 50,000 people to pledge in 2016—a significant increase from when it began in 2014 with about 3,000 people. … [Read more...]
Plant-Based Protein: How Much Should I Eat Every Day?
Protein is incredibly important for everyone, but especially for us vegans and vegetarians. So, how much plant-based protein is the right amount? The answer depends on several factors, including age. Symptoms of Protein Deficiency Vegetarians and vegans often hear the question, “where do you get your protein from?” We may be at an increased risk of low protein … [Read more...]