There is no doubt that more people than ever are making the switch to a vegan lifestyle. Not only do Google trends show a great deal more interest in vegan recipes and lifestyle in recent years, the research firm GlobalData identified an increase of nearly 600% in the number of people who identified as vegans between the years 2014 and 2017. The areas that this increased … [Read more...]
Keep Calm: Plant-Based Foods That Help Eliminate the Anxiety
According to the World Health Organization, the proportion of the global population with anxiety disorders is 3.6 percent. The total likely number of people suffering anxiety in the world is 264 million (2015), which shows a 14.9 percent increase since 2005. While this is partially a consequence of the population aging and growth, it can also be concluded that it is partially a … [Read more...]
BOM BOM Debuts World’s First Hemp Milk Liqueur (And It’s Vegan!)
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...]
Go Vegan: The New Mantra for Cyclists
An active lifestyle, especially when it includes rigorous physical exercise like cycling, always requires a regular balanced diet. Earlier the general idea for an athlete’s diet was an animal source-centric one, but as we progress through time, more and more people are inclining towards the vegan lifestyle. So what is the catch? Does a vegan diet successfully cover all the … [Read more...]
8 Easy Low Maintenance Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden
Growing your own vegetables doesn’t have to be a daunting project filled with delicate plants and strictly regimented care schedules. Having a garden should be a joyous experience that allows you to truly connect with the Earth while providing healthy, wholesome food for your table. Listed below are easy vegetables that are ideal for those who want the satisfaction of growing … [Read more...]
Veganism Can Help America’s Food Waste Issue
These days, veganism is a hot topic. More and more people are making the switch to eating a plant-based diet, be it for ethical reasons, dietary reasons, or environmental reasons. And it seems reasonable when we look at the amount of food that is wasted in our country. According to statistics, it can take up to 20 pounds of corn to produce 1 pound of beef, and about 70 percent … [Read more...]
Interview With a 5-Year old Vegetarian: The Honest Kid
As I edit a post, my curious five-year-old daughter sits on my lap and asks what I'm doing. I tell her that I am writing an article about being vegan. She jumps off my lap and returns a few seconds later with a marker and notebook. "I want to write something too!" she says, smiling a little too close to my face, but her excitement is contagious. I say, "Go for it! Let's write … [Read more...]
Paying More to Eat Vegan: The High Price of Peace
Hold the Meat! Give Me My Wallet! Although some restaurants and restaurant chains are slowly incorporating vegan options, it isn't fast enough and the prices just don't add up. Vegans are being grossly overcharged for our desire to be cruelty free. Charging us extra is cruel in itself. Who is standing up for vegans? When I ask a certain arched food chain to hold the meat … [Read more...]
Veganuary Changed Nearly One Third of All British Meals!
Once seen as just a hippy, radical lifestyle for bleeding hearts and animal rights activists, vegetarianism and veganism are rapidly becoming mainstream across the world. Figures released by market research company Kantar Worldpanel show that in the 12 weeks up to the end of January, 29 percent British meals contained no fish or meat. What’s more, British-based Quorn Foods has … [Read more...]
How I Transitioned My Family To A Vegan Lifestyle
Have you been thinking about transitioning your family to a vegan lifestyle? If so, you aren’t alone! More and more people are switching to plant-based diets, completely eliminating animal products from their lives. While there are a number of reasons they’re making this change, whether it’s for the animals or health reasons, it can be a stressful process. It’s not always … [Read more...]