You trust the label on your tub of vegan protein powder, but sometimes what’s inside is a surprise. From mystery ingredients to sneaky chemicals, your shake might not be as pure as you think. Undeclared Ingredients Lurking in Plain Sight Craving that post-gym shake? Watch out—you could be sipping on things you never signed up … Read more
Cracking the Isolation: Why Vegans Can Feel Like Unicorns Being vegan can sometimes feel like walking into a steakhouse in a banana suit. You’re not alone in feeling left out or like the odd one at dinner parties. There are real reasons behind this, but there are ways to handle it, even if the world … Read more
Butter is one of those foods that seems to sneak into just about every recipe—toast, baking, sautéing veggies, you name it. For us vegans (or the lactose-intolerant or just anyone who loves plants), finding a good butter substitute can feel like hunting for treasure on supermarket shelves. Luckily, vegan butters are here to save the … Read more
Chocolate is one of life’s simple joys. But if you’re vegan, finding chocolate that doesn’t sneak in milk or butter can be confusing. Luckily, there are plenty of vegan chocolates now, so nobody needs to miss out on that sweet, chocolaty goodness. Vegan chocolate ditches the dairy and uses plant-based ingredients like coconut milk or … Read more
Coffee is great, but not everyone’s stomach can handle regular milk. Some of us are lactose intolerant, vegan, or just tired of moo juice. With so many vegan milks on grocery store shelves, it’s easy to get lost trying to pick the right splash for our morning cup of coffee. Not all plant milks play … Read more
You really don’t realize how many foods contain animal products until you try not to eat them. There we were, innocently rummaging through grocery shelves, when we discovered that our favorite snacks and comfort foods all seemed to come from cows, chickens, or mysterious sea creatures. Luckily, there’s a growing world of vegan products promising … Read more
Let’s be honest, sometimes we’re just too hungry—or lazy—to cook an actual meal. Instant noodles come to the rescue, but not everyone wants, or can tolerate, the beefy packets or shrimp-flavored dust. That’s where instant vegan noodle cups step in. These handy cups let us enjoy hot, tasty noodles without worrying about animal products, and … Read more
Choosing personal care products is important, especially when it comes to something like deodorant. Many of us want to avoid harsh chemicals while also being mindful of animal welfare. Natural vegan deodorants meet this need by offering a healthier, cruelty-free alternative. They are made from plant-based ingredients that are gentle on the skin and the … Read more