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…

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…

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…

John McDougall, who wrote 13 books advocating a vegan diet heavy on starch as a way to weight loss and health, died last month at age 77. It was a radical notion when Dr. John McDougall began promoting an ultra low-fat, starch-based vegan diet in the early 1980s, a time when even vegetarianism was considered on the fringe. And yet, his first…