We at Home Improvement Leads think that the values of veganism certainly intersect with tiny house living. Transitioning to these lifestyles can be both challenging and rewarding. Most vegans can list more than one motivation for changing their diet, shopping habits and lifestyle. In addition to protecting the rights and well-beings of fellow creatures, many people who eat a … [Read more...]
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 Businesses Enter the “Shark Tank”
“Shark Tank” is an Emmy Award winning TV series featuring a panel of established entrepreneurs. The panel is approached by other entrepreneurs that want to start, grow or save their businesses. The panelists decide whether or not they want to invest their own money into the business. And get this; a variety of the vegan businesses were featured! Wink Frozen Desserts … [Read more...]
Relocalizing the Food System Will Save the Earth
Save the Earth In One (Not-So-Easy) Step I have often noticed where my food comes from. The navel orange that my grandfather gave to me the other day was from South Africa, the garlic at the grocery store comes from China, my avocados are a product of Peru and the honey for my tea is from Argentina! Many highly processed foods require preservative products that are chemicals … [Read more...]
How Downsizing Can Take the Stress Out of Moving
I've moved a few times in the past couple of years. Each time, the dread of packing loomed way before the actual move. The thing I dreaded most was the packing and lugging years of stuff with me all over the state. Well, it seems like the process of moving is in the cards for me again, except this time I'm going in with a clearer purpose: downsizing. Downsizing on the Move: … [Read more...]
Target Is Supporting Vegans!
Do you ever wish that your favorite store would make it easier to shop at for plant-based products? Well, your wish has finally come true! Nationwide company Target has been continuously expanding brand lines that offer products that are 100% of vegan product. Simply Balanced, Kashi, and E.l.f. are some examples of brands that have recently been a HUGE hit on the shelves at … [Read more...]
Whole Foods’ New Line of Stores Is a Serious Game Changer
The Cat's Out of the Bag! Have you heard? Grocery chain Whole Foods Market is close to solving one of the biggest worries that food-shoppers have: How am I supposed to maintain my budget when hale and hearty food is so costly? Now, the struggle of finding ways to survive a trip to the grocery store without spending your whole paycheck at Whole Foods is over. John … [Read more...]
Go Vegan Overnight: Tips for the New Vegan/Veg-Curious
It is So Easy to Go Vegan! You were already eating vegan and you did not even know it! Do you want to go vegan? Making the leap from the Standard American Diet or even vegetarianism may seem less like it is over a puddle and more like the ocean. Fear not! There are mainstream foods that you are eating already that can make transition seamless. This list is not the … [Read more...]
Top Vegan Party Snacks
All of us get the urge to munch from time to time. Whether you are packing snacks for a road trip, breaks at work, or even an after dinner indulgence, snacks are a common part of life. Have you ever found yourself wondering what sort of vegan snack to enjoy? Look no further! Here is a compilation of some top vegan party snacks that are vegan, delicious and will not make you … [Read more...]
Food: How Veganism Triumphs Again and Again
Our everyday eating habits are dominated by two powerful forces - craving and convenience, brought about by the industrialization of the food industry. Thanks to factory farms, our food is now being made faster, cheaper and more abundant. For malnourished societies, this is a godsend. We can now feed more people on our planet. But with this victory comes a price: our dependence … [Read more...]