How MSG Is Made, and Why You Shouldn’t Fear It
Although most will recognize the name MSG as a popular food additive, most information surrounding MSG is inaccurate.
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The Nutr Machine's Founder, Alicia Long, Wants to "Revolutionize the Milk Industry" (Exclusive)
The Nutr Machine, which was on 'Shark Tank' in early 2023, is all about reducing waste and providing customers with healthy non-dairy milk.
These Impossible Meat Recipes Will Make Weeknight Dinners a Breeze
Looking for some new dinner ideas? These impossible meat recipes are delicious and comforting.
7 Vegetarian Easter Recipes That Will Leave Your Guests Wanting More
If you’re still deciding what to put on the menu, check out these vegetarian Easter recipes.
Thanks to a Sustainable Investment From Leonardo Dicaprio, Neat Burger Is Coming to NYC
Vegan burger chain, Neat Burger, is expanding beyond the U.K. to NYC, thanks to a hefty investment from activist and actor, Leonardo DiCaprio.
200 Million Meals Have Been Diverted From Landfills via Too Good to Go (Updates)
One of the restaurant industry's greatest downfalls is inevitably wasting food, and Too Good to Go is an app that delivers surplus food items.
Climate Activists Share How They Combat Compassion Fatigue (Exclusive)
Compassion fatigue and burnout are common in the world of climate activism — and other fields, such as nursing and psychotherapy. Here are a few ways to combat these feelings.
These Are The Best Vegan Cheeses for Pizza — Crust Us
If you enjoy making pizza at home, these are the best vegan cheeses to do it yourself.
Pinky Cole Celebrates the Opening of Slutty Vegan Harlem: "I'm Thinking World Domination" (Exclusive)
Slutty Vegan has sprung in Harlem. Pinky Cole dished to Green Matters about the popular vegan burger joint’s second location in New York City.
The Best Store-Bought Hummus, if Making Your Own Just Isn’t in the Cards Right Now
While homemade hummus is generally our go-to, it isn't always in the cards. Alternatively, these are our favorite store-bought options.
Here Are 5 of the Best Vegan Restaurants in Portland, Oregon
Are you headed to Portland, Oregon anytime soon? Or are you a local looking for new places to eat? Here are the five best vegan restaurants in the city.
We’re Lucky to Have These Vegan St. Patricks’ Day Desserts
Even though St. Patrick's Day is notoriously not vegan friendly, we've rounded up a number of recipes you can make for festive vegan desserts.
Why School Lunches Are So Bad in the U.S. — And What They’re Like in Other Countries
Why are school lunches so bad in America? In other countries, school cafeteria food is much higher quality.
Vegan Reese's and Hershey Bars Are Finally in the U.S. — Seriously
The day has finally come... U.S. chocolate lovers can buy a vegan Reese's and vegan Hershey Bars,
Mushroom Foraging 101: How to Unlock the Mysteries of Your Local Forest, for Free
Mushroom foraging is the perfect activity for people who enjoy nature (and mushrooms). Keep reading to learn how to begin foraging.
Daiya Is Reformulating Its Vegan Cheese Again — This Time, With New Fermentation Technology
Daiya just announced a multi-million-dollar investment in natural fermentation technology, which will make its plant-based cheese even better.
Why Was Kerrygold Butter Recalled? What to Know About the Reported PFAS Contamination (Updates)
Why was Kerrygold Irish Butter recalled? The popular spread was unfortunately found to contain dangerously high levels of PFAS.
University of Cambridge Could Go Plant-Based for the Planet, After Student Vote
The University of Cambridge may soon become a vegan college campus.
These Are Some of the Simplest Tofu Recipes to Try This Year
Tofu can be made delicious in many different ways, whether pan-fried, baked, scrambled seasoned, or even blended.
Impossible Foods Introduces Vegan Spicy Chicken Nuggets, Patties and More
Impossible Spicy Chicken Nuggets, Patties, and Impossible Chicken Tenders are hitting the market.
Starbucks Recalls Over 300,000 Bottled Vanilla Frappuccinos Due to Glass Contamination
If you tend to start your day with a Starbucks vanilla Frappuccino, you may need to temporarily rethink your morning brew, as the drink is being recalled.
Tofu Cream Cheese Is the Superior Vegan Schmear Alternative — Here Are Our Favorites
While nut-based cream cheese has risen in popularity among vegans, we're partial to tofu-based cream cheeses. Here are our favorites.
Crop Rotation Has Been Around for Hundreds of Years, and Here's Why
Crop rotation has been used by farmers worldwide for hundreds of years. What are its advantages and why is it so popular? Here's what we know.
Will Potato Milk Be the Next Big Dairy-Free Alternative?
A milk alternative can be made from just about anything: almonds, oats, flax, rice, coconuts, cashews, and now, apparently, potatoes.
What’s the Difference Between TVP and Seitan? The Lesser Known Plant-Based Proteins
These plant-based proteins are all over grocery store shelves, and can maybe fool you into thinking they are actually meat.
Zac Efron’s ‘Down to Earth’ Co-Star, Darin Olien, Has Some Amazing Vegan Recipes
Although Zac Efron's co-star Darin Olien hasn't posted a new recipe recently, here are his best ones.
Tabitha Brown’s Lion’s Mane Mushroom Steaks Have Us Dying to Try Them for Ourselves
What are lion's mane mushrooms? Vegan TikTok creator Tabitha Brown made them into steak, and we're dying to try them for ourselves.
Vegan Recipes for Your Air Fryer, From Cauliflower Wings to Donuts
If you have an air fryer, be prepared for some hot, crispy goodness, as there are endless vegan air fryer recipes out there.
What Does Animal-Free Dairy Mean for People With Milk Allergies?
Animal-free dairy products are being made that are closer to milk than plant alternatives. But are they ok for people with milk allergies?
We Just Discovered Jane Goodall Has a Vegan Cookbook — And We’re Dying to Test It Out
Ethologist and environmentalist, Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, has achieved quite a bit in her field. But did you know she released a vegan cookbook in 2021?
Here Are 5 Vegan Valentine’s Day Desserts That You’ll Totally Fall in Love With
Looking to make some vegan valentines day desserts? Check out these five plant-based recipes.
Embarking on a Road Trip This Summer? Bring These Next-Level Vegan Snacks
Since many are opting for car travel as their main mode of transportation this year, we've rounded up the best vegan road trip snacks for on-the-go.
Yes, Animal Testing Should Be Illegal — Here’s Why
Should animal testing be illegal? Many environmentalists are against the practice due to its cruelty and ineffectiveness.
The Health Benefits of Jackfruit Will Inspire You to Eat More of It
What are the health benefits of eating jackfruit? After becoming a popular meat substitute, many are wondering what advantages come with eating it.
Plant-Based Protein, Tempeh, Has a Myriad of Health Benefits
Is tempeh good for you? The plant-based staple is widely popular among vegans, vegetarians, and flexitarians alike — but what are the health benefits?
How Artificial Food Dyes Affect Your Health
Artificial food dyes are what gives food vibrant, sometimes otherworldly color, but are these chemical concoctions really safe for human consumption?
Why Farm-Raised Shrimp Are Bad for the Environment
Farm-raised shrimp might be better than wild-caught for many reasons, but there are many good reasons why they might actually be just as bad.
Attn: Vegans! Domino’s Has a New Plant-Based Slice, but It Isn’t Available Everywhere
Is Domino's releasing a vegan pizza? The global pizza chain is going to be offering a new plant-based pie, but only in certain locations worldwide.
Lab-Grown Meat Is Becoming Increasingly Popular — but What Is It, Really?
More companies are beginning to cultivate cruelty-free, lab-grown meat — but what is it made from, and what is the cultivation process? Is it vegan?
The Good and the Bad, When It Comes to GMOs
Although science says GMOs are safe, many people still don’t trust them. So, let’s break down the benefits and what to look out for.
Not All Parmesan Cheese Is Animal-Free — Behind the Vegetarian Label
Is all Parmesan cheese vegetarian? You've most likely noticed that some varieties don the vegetarian label, and there's a reason why that is.
Oatly and Other Drinks Recalled for Potential Cronobacter Sakazakii Infection
Lyons Magnus is recalling a number of drink products due to a possible Cronobacter sakazakii contamination.
What Is the Difference Between Organic and Non-GMO? Here's What You Should Know
Does organic mean non-GMO? Here's what each term means, and the difference between the two so you can better understand the terms and phrases.
Plant-Based Cooking Show Episodes to Fill the Void of Meatless Cooking Series
In a perfect world, the Food Network would be mostly vegan series, but until that happens, watch these plant-based cooking show episodes.
15 Best Allergy-Friendly Halloween Candy and Treats
Here are the best options when it comes to being allergy-friendly this Halloween.
Can Vegan Protein Cause Acne?
There are some who say that plant-based protein can cause acne, but is there any truth to these rumors or is it simply another old wives’ tale?
Vegan Options at Subway, From the Veggie Delite to a DIY Sandwich
It is totally possible to eat vegan at Subway. You just have to know what to order.
There Could Be Bugs in Your Peanut Butter — Here’s Why It’s Not a Big Deal
It may sound startling, but insect fragments can show up in many foods, such as peanut butter.
Does Ethical Beeswax Exist? Here's What Cruelty-Free Sources Say
Does ethical beeswax exist? Find out if beeswax candles and beeswax wraps are ethical, sustainable, and cruelty-free, plus more ethical alternatives.
Easy Plant-Based Recipes for New Home Cooks and Vegans Alike
Whether you're planning to hop aboard Veganuary, or if you're simply learning to cook, these vegan recipes for beginners are easy and delicious.