Hunting has contributed to the extinction of animal species all over the world, including the Tasmanian tiger and the great auk. About 4 percent of the U.S. population (14.4 million people) hunts, yet hunting is permitted in many wildlife refuges, national forests, and state parks and on other public lands.4 Thirty-five percent of hunters slaughter and maim millions of animals on…
From taquerias to diners to Italian joints, these vegan restaurants cover every category. There really is no limit to what a great vegan restaurant can add to the menu. How Yelp chose the best vegan restaurants in every state To create its list of the best vegan restaurants (the second such list it has produced since 2022), Yelp factored in…
It was hard to miss — with loud animal cries and real images of turkeys in cages on their way to slaughter. “Some of these turkeys, you look into their eyes and you see how sad they are like this one, especially this guy right there,” said Jeff Kimbrough, a Goleta resident. Kimbrough has never considered skipping eating turkey on Thanksgiving, until…
The 36-year-old has followed what he defines as a plant-based diet for a number of years. Djokovic has said that he avoids animal foods, but he has previously distanced himself from the term ‘vegan’, as he believes many people are guilty of misinterpreting the word. In a 2022 interview, Djokovic stated that he cut out animal products after suffering from allergies…
The concept of animal rights is not a modern invention; it has roots that can be traced back to ancient civilizations. In many cultures, animals were revered and considered sacred. For instance, in ancient Egypt, cats were worshipped, and harming them was punishable by death. The reverence for cats was so profound that they were often mummified and buried with…
“9 days, 13 hours, 15 minutes.” That’s how long it took Tyler Pearce to bike from Canada to Mexico. …the 38-year-old husband and father of two from Bass Lake decided to embark on his most challenging journey to date… For the past 12 years, Pearce, better known as the vegan cyclist on his popular YouTube and social media pages. He has…
A transition to plant-based proteins would improve health and food security and reduce healthcare costs, says the manifesto. In its Vegan Manifesto, the UK Vegan Society calls on the country’s policymakers and politicians to transform the food system to plant-based proteins in a bid to meet climate targets, improve food security, reduce healthcare spending and “make us healthier.” The organization urges the…
When a Harvard-trained lawyer leans into her lifelong passion for cooking, magic happens. “I get the opportunity to connect with people and make an impact on their daily lives through an intimate component, which is food and eating.” When a Harvard-trained lawyer leans into her lifelong passion for cooking, magic happens. Having described her Big Law days as “not fun,”…
Personal Growth
When I learned that workers in the animal agriculture industry tear babies away from their mothers, I felt a familiar ache in my chest. It was the same ache I felt when my child experienced breathing issues after birth and had to be taken from me for medical treatment. My instinct to hold my baby was primal. Cows, pigs, and…
A Mooving Experience
Emphasizing Empathy, Battling Big Ag, Kicking Animal Dissection to the Curb The incidents are disturbing. A young person in Texas was caught on video beating a family’s dog while others watched and recorded the attack. Two teens in South Dakota laughed as they intentionally plowed into a pregnant cow with their car, causing injuries so severe that she had to…
Science suggests going vegan is the most powerful way to help animals – and can offer tools to be more effective at spreading the message Today, nonprofit animal protection organization Animal Outlook launched a new website and e-learning platform called “The Animal Outlook Network,” a first-of-its-kind tool that promotes utilizing social science-backed frameworks to influence behavior change and inspire more people to eat vegan.…
Veganism is on the rise across the UK New research from The Vegan Society has found that 41 percent of men plan to go vegan or are interested in veganism. However, concerns about notions of masculinity, health, and how friends will react, are proving to be barriers. The study shows that more men are open to going vegan than previously thought. The…
Elephants Call Each Other by Sweet Individual Names. But Some Countries Want to Encourage More Hunting. As George Wittemyer, an ecologist, professor, and scientific adviser for the group Save the Elephants, has summarized: “Elephants are incredibly social, always talking and touching each other — this naming is probably one of the things that underpins their ability to communicate to individuals.” We already…
The fishing industry causes untold suffering to animals, with the exact number of fish caught in the wild and farmed every year too large to quantify. The science is very clear on the sentience of fish and other marine animals, such as crustaceans: these animals feel pain. Not only does ripping these animals from the sea cause them horrific suffering,…
Ariana Grande has been vegan since at least 2013, when she announced her decision on social media, describing it as a “joyous day.” Ariana Grande, the pop sensation known for her powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits, has also been a vocal advocate for various social and environmental causes. One area that has garnered attention is her dietary choices, specifically her veganism.…
Eating a low-fat vegan diet reduces harmful inflammatory dietary compounds called advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) by 73%, compared to no reduction on a Mediterranean diet, according to new research by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine published in Frontiers in Nutrition. The decrease in AGEs on the vegan diet was associated with an average weight loss of 13 pounds, compared with…
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Do you consider “pea protein isolate” or “expeller pressed canola oil” to be vegetables? Chances are you’ve heard of plant-based meat. The products have taken grocery stores and fast food chains by storm. But despite being called “plant-based”, these foods really aren’t the best choice for your body. Just look at the ingredients in The Beyond Burger, one of the most…
The founder of the world’s largest vegan charity said all restaurants should have at least to 50% plant-based menus by the end of 2025. Viva! founder Juliet Gellatley is calling for the food industry to “take responsibility” and curb their and their customers carbon footprints. She says this can be done by transforming their menus to include at least 50 percent…
How Diet Influences Detox
From leafy greens to aromatic herbs, each of these plant-based foods offers unique benefits that can help cleanse and rejuvenate your body. In today’s world, our bodies are constantly bombarded with toxins from various sources – environmental pollutants, processed foods, and stress. Fortunately, our bodies have a built-in detoxification system, with the lymphatic system playing a crucial role. By adopting…
Really, honestly — vegan food is irresistible, even for non-vegans. “This gourmet repertoire of appetizers, main courses and desserts will surprise even the toughest critics — really,” said Elvira Rodriguez Alonso, who lives in Lake Country. She should know. She’s the author of the Irresistibly Vegan cookbook, a hardcover, 336-page, full-colour collection of 135 recipes, 125 of which are also non-gluten. “I don’t…
