Whether or not you realized it, using vegan insoles for your boots can improve your overall foot health. It is possible to find vegan-friendly insoles that can give you added support, comfort, better stability, reduce foot odor, and prevent future foot issues. Here are a few things to consider when searching for your insoles. Materials The materials used in almost everything … [Read more...]
Archives for 2017
Grilling With Lightlife: Vegan Hot Dogs!
December in Colorado has been a treat. We've had days warm enough to relive sumer, but cool enough to remember it's fall. I got to mix one of my favorite summer activities in a fall kind of way: grilling underneath the cotton-candy sky and smelling the smoky bliss of the classic vegan hot dogs and burgers combination. Thanks to Lightlife, I got the opportunity to introduce my … [Read more...]
5 Simple and Satisfying Vegan Desserts
Vegan desserts aren't always complicated. In fact, most of the ingredients below are staples of the vegan diet and are probably in your house right now! Get ready to indulge. 1. Banana Almond Ice-Cream Did you think you had to say goodbye to ice-cream when you became vegan? Luckily, that is not the case! Vegan ice-cream can be made at home in a sturdy blender. Combine the … [Read more...]
Why Do High Heels Hurt?
Wearing high heels can be terribly painful, and often is when worn for extended periods. Women who love high heels most likely have multiple pairs of them, in some cases dozens of pairs or even more. Due to all of the alternative materials used in making shoes and heels today, it is usually not very difficult for vegan women to find a pair of one hundred percent cruelty-free … [Read more...]
Green And Creamy: Vegan Cream Of Asparagus Soup
Are you looking for a creamy, vegetable-filled soup recipe that vegans and non-vegans can love together? Try this vegan cream of asparagus soup! Asparagus is such a wonderful vegetable to puree. I actually make this recipe on a regular basis—my husband and I love it, and my kids surprisingly polish off their bowls! Earthy asparagus is one of the world’s healthiest foods, … [Read more...]
Put Yourself In Their Shoes: Conversations With Omnivores About Veganism
Talking about veganism with omnivores isn’t always the most fun thing to do. Whether it’s because of stereotypes about vegans being militant, defensiveness from both sides about respective lifestyle choices, or the awkward moment when you have to turn down food, these conversations can be difficult. However, if you are a vegan, you’re guaranteed to have these types of … [Read more...]
Celine Steen’s “Bold Flavored Vegan Cooking” Gives A Much-Needed Kick In The Pants To Vegan Food
I’ve never picked up a vegan cookbook that didn’t have at least three salads in it. It’s a usual fall-back for plant-based eating; let’s literally just eat a bowl full of plants. And frankly, it’s kind of boring. But Celine Steen’s Bold Flavored Vegan Cooking is notably salad-free. There is not a single salad in the index, not one. Just flipping through the book, the photos of … [Read more...]
Drink BOM BOM: Vegan Liqueur Blended With Almond Milk
A new vegan liqueur is hitting the shelves just in time for fall and winter festivities! The creamy and decadent Nilli Vanilli by BOM BOM features premium Caribbean rum with an almond milk base and natural cookie flavors. Sweet tooth, anyone? I sampled the sweet cocktail last month at the New Jersey VegFest, and BOM BOM immediately had me coming back for more. It tastes … [Read more...]
Back To School Tips For Vegan Kids
Between shopping for fall fashions and getting used to an early bed time, back to school is a hectic time. But it's important to start the school year off on the right foot. Sending your vegan kids to mingle among the omnivores can be stressful, but we have some tips to help make it a more positive experience for everyone involved. Be The Teacher's Pet Although veganism is … [Read more...]
The Perfect Fall Treat: Egg-Free Pumpkin Muffins
If you are looking for a scrumptious treat that you can prepare for your friends or family, you should turn your attention to egg-free pumpkin muffins. This gluten-free delicacy is a great food for fall and your taste buds; moist and palpable to the core. If you partner them with some good old vegan cream cheese, butter or jam, you can have a wonderful combination of … [Read more...]