Another decadent, creamy liqueur is hitting the shelves and this one sets a precedent. Not only is it the first hemp milk liqueur ever made, but it’s also vegan! I was already a big fan of BOM BOM’s first vegan flavor, Nilli Vanilli, so when they asked Vegaprocity to try the new Fully Baked, well, I was pretty stoked, man. The creamy hemp milk base blends perfectly … [Read more...]
Ethical Gift Ideas for Your Vegan Valentine
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be about love, but do you know the cost common gifts you may give come at? Due in part to massive commercialization of the holiday, many modern traditions have dire consequences for animals, the environment and people of the world. But thankfully, these gift ideas will help you win over your vegan valentine in a compassionate way, without … [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...]
Panera Bread Expands Vegan Menu Options
Another large food chain recognizes the vegan market! Panera Bread Company just unveiled seven all-vegan menu options as part of their new digital-ordering platform. The new menus are designed to 'take the guesswork' out of ordering for guests with dietary preferences (or specific tastes). Of the three new curated menus, one -- simply called Plant Based -- is entirely … [Read more...]
Dairy Does Affect Your Health, Right? Avoid Research Bias
Last month a handful of news outlets published intriguing results from a recent health study: consuming dairy doesn't raise your risk of heart attack or stroke after all! Wait, what? We already know that eating dairy affects your health, so what gives? Abundant Research Bias Researchers at three universities in the U.K., Denmark and the Netherlands performed the study as a … [Read more...]
America’s Appetite For Beef Kills Wildlife
Hungry For Extinction Conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts are fretting about recent efforts to revoke the gray wolf’s endangered status. Meanwhile, hundreds of wolves are being killed under the radar by a completely different threat. The same culprit kills millions of other wildlife species annually. What is it? Here’s a hint: the livestock industry is behind it and … [Read more...]
Vegan Baileys Irish Cream With Almond Milk
UPDATE: After the publication of this post, Bailey's announced the recipe contained beeswax. Due to feedback from the vegan community, Bailey's revamped the recipe to make it completely vegan. The new product, released to stores on March 2017, now carries a 'vegan' label on the bottle. 2,300 glasses of Baileys are consumed every minute, and soon vegans will be able … [Read more...]
Can Vegan Dogs Thrive on a Plant-Based Diet?
It's should come as no surprise that many animal-loving vegetarians find preparing meat for others to be rather loathsome. For some, this holds true even when feeding their pets. Perhaps you have wondered, "I'm vegan, can my dog be vegan, too?" As it turns out, yes, vegan dogs can be happy and healthy. Evolution of Man's Best Friend Dogs are not carnivores. Rather, they … [Read more...]
Perfect Vegan S’mores for Any Camping Trip
Camping trips just aren't complete without roasting marshmallows around the fire. But do vegans have to miss out? Of course not! Whether you prefer slowly roasted or quickly charred, this quick guide shows you how simple it is to make vegan s'mores. Animal-Free Marshmallows Up until a few years ago, you couldn't find vegan marshmallows without gelatin. Gelatin is a sneaky … [Read more...]