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...]
Lab-Grown Genuine Leather Alternative Cuts Out Cruelty
Scientists have been growing a lot of things in labs recently, from human organs to animal flesh. These scientific advances are a glimmer of hope that some of today's worst industries will someday be animal free. Now another lab-grown product is breaking ground: an animal-free, genuine leather alternative. Yes, you read that right. Modern Meadow, a NYC biotech company, … [Read more...]
Vegan Leather: What Is It Made Of?
The leather and meat industry go hand in hand. Leather often comes from factory farmed animals, enduring overcrowding, dehorning, tail-docking and castration. Leather is often dismissed as a by-product of the meat industry, when it is actually a very lucrative co-product. The majority of leather is produced in countries such as China, Bangladesh and India, with little or no … [Read more...]