There is no shame in admitting that becoming a vegan is something of a challenge. It isn’t necessarily the diet itself that is tricky. Instead, it is the learning curve associated with making any kind of big lifestyle change – but the barriers to veganism can be daunting for some. With veganism, the problem…
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What Vegans Can Learn from Plant-Based Cultures
Do you live in a region or a country that is predominantly populated by omnivores? If so, it can be easy to forget that there are cultures out there with high vegetarian and vegan populations. Countries such as India, Ethiopia, Jamaica, Israel, and Singapore are known for their plant-based cuisines. Instead of just wishing that…
What You Should Know About Buying Vegan Baked Goods
A bakery can be a magical place filled with the most delightful aromas and sights. However, once you have gone vegan, you may wonder what they can offer you in keeping with your new lifestyle. But more likely than not, there are almost always some vegan baked goods that they offer. Well, since bakeries do…
A Vegan’s Guide to Daily Happiness
There is no denying that having a vegan lifestyle is a positive thing. It is a conscious decision to live a cruelty-free lifestyle. On the surface, you might think this makes you content. However, there are many vegans to struggle to find true happiness in this world. The truth is that most omnis go through…
What’s In a Name: Why It May Be Time for the Vegan Community to Rebrand
One of the most trying elements of being vegan doesn’t have anything to do with the diet or lifestyle. No, the most frustrating thing about being vegan is having to deal with people who eat meat. Most vegans can attest to being made fun of or being forced into ridiculous, belligerent arguments. Not to mention,…
This is Not a Drill: How Vegans Should Prep for Disaster Situations
Remember how it was back when making preparations for the zombie apocalypse was just a fun mental exercise? Sure, the world may not need to worry about zombies just yet, but the past few months have proven that disasters can occur. What’s worse is that they often strike when you least expect it and if…
How to Shop for Vegan Footwear
It may be surprising to find out that footwear is not always vegan. Avoiding leather is not the only factor to take into consideration when vegan shoes shopping. Understanding leather products, suede, symbols, wool, fur, and glue is essential to shopping cruelty-free. This article will help you make vegan-friendly choices in the shoe department. Leather…
A Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up Your Own Vegan Garden
Vegans are typically able to get all the food that they need from local grocery stores. Despite this, there is a lot to be said for starting up your own vegan garden. Most importantly, you can ensure that no animals or critters are harmed during any stage of your food production. Starting your own garden…
Best Vegan Pancake Mixes
Who loves a vegan pancake!? There are few things more homey and fulfilling than pancakes for breakfast. Of course, sometimes, you can’t be bothered to whip up a homemade batch, especially when you are pressed for time. In moments such as these, you need to rely on a good, ol’ pancake mix. Now, there are…
The World is on Fire and Veganism is Trending: How to Give People on the Plant-Based Fence a Nudge
This will certainly not come as a shock: the world is on fire. It all began with the Amazon fires that experts attributed to the meat industry. Ranchers deliberately set fire to portions of the rainforest to clear away land for their livestock. These fires then went out of control. Now, this year’s news has…