The direct impact animal agriculture has on farmed animals is clear. In the industry, billions of land and trillions of aquatic animals are forced into unnatural quarters, made to live in their own excrements and often killed before reaching the age of one; in the dairy and egg industries, mothers are repeatedly artificially inseminated and separated from their young, causing…

From meal planning to ingredient checking, these apps are the perfect resource for vegan first-timers and veterans alike. For those of you who have been vegan for a while, you know the struggle of searching for vegan options at restaurants, identifying vegan items at the grocery store, and coming up with new recipes. But over the years, the vegan scene…

Amjor Chandra leads the Vegan India Movement in demanding societal and legislative changes for animal rights, challenging industries and norms.  Their activism is not just about promoting veganism; it’s a call to action for ethical consumption and production. At the heart of Bangalore, a significant movement unfolds as Amjor Chandra, a 33-year-old activist, champions the cause for animal rights, demanding radical changes in…

In a world where dietary choices have become deeply tied with personal beliefs and environmental concerns, the University of Cincinnati (UC) Vegan and Vegetarian Club (UCVVC) stands as a beacon of inclusivity and advocacy for this cause.  With a mission to cultivate a welcoming space for vegans and vegetarians from all different backgrounds, the UCVVC goes beyond dietary preferences to create a…

Going vegan can be a healthy way to lose weight and build muscle if you plan your meals wisely. You can meet your weight loss and muscle-building goals on a vegan diet with the right plant-based foods and supplements. Here is the ultimate guide to meal planning for vegans who want to lose fat and gain lean muscle mass.  Choose…

“One of the best ways to learn how to do something is to ask people who know how to do it. So, as you can see on my cooking show, one of the things I did, to learn how to cook vegan, was inviting these expert chefs on to show me.” — Mario Fabbri, Vegan Chef Mario Fabbri is a charismatic,…

Veganism has grown significantly in popularity over recent years. With it, the demand for delicious and nutritious alternatives to meat and dairy products has surged. Here are 5 of the best vegan alternatives to meat and dairy with health benefits backed up by science. Plant-based alternatives have evolved significantly. For decades, vegans had to rummage through specialty aisles in grocery…

Vegan food app HappyCow has released its list of the world’s top vegan cities HappyCow has announced its list of the top 20 vegan cities in the world, with London and Berlin once again leading the way. The ratings come from a combination of criteria, including the number of vegan restaurants and vegan-friendly businesses, their densities in each city, and the growth of each year-over-year. The final…

“Every burger, nugget, and filet served at McDonald’s was once part of a thinking, feeling being who valued their life, just as we value ours,” says PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman. “PETA encourages everyone to see the individuals behind the entrées and eat vegan in 2024 and beyond.” Billions of cows and chickens live short, miserable lives in the U.S. meat…

The environmental costs of factory farming—such as global warming, pollution, and diminished biodiversity—are too great for these facilities to continue dominating our food system. Thanks to undercover investigations, documentaries, and other educational efforts, the plight of animals in the factory farming industry is becoming increasingly clear. Less widely known, however, are the environmental impacts of these facilities. Whether it’s polluting…

A banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times theprotein, twice the carbohydrate, three times thephosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, andtwice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich inpotassium and is one of the best value foods around. So maybe it’s time to…