First Vegan Chef on 'Hell's Kitchen' Talks Biggest Challenges on the Show (Exclusive)Popular cooking competition series, 'Hell's Kitchen,' finally has a vegan chef, and we caught up with her to discuss the challenges she faces.
Making S'mores This Summer? These Are the Best Vegan MarshmallowsRegardless of your summer plans, you'll likely find yourself at a campfire at some point — these are the best vegan marshmallows for making s'mores.
Amar'e Stoudemire on the Inspiring Reason Why He Bought a Farm (Exclusive)NBA star, Amar'e Stoudemire, grew up with parents in the agriculture industry — and now his farm has a stand coming to Union Square Farmers Market.
Break Out Your Thermos, Because Starbucks Is Finally Accepting Reusable Cups AgainIs Starbucks allowing reusable cups? The coffee chain's discount program is finally back, after it was temporarily abolished due to the pandemic.
Pearls: The Cruel, Unsustainable Truth About How They Are MadeDo oysters make pearls to make them more desirable to humans or is this process little more than a happy accident.
These Companies Are Upcycling Food Waste Into All New ProductsThe upcycled food trend is turning ugly vegetables and formerly wasted grains into new and impressive edibles.
Vegans: There's Finally a Plant-Based Skyr Yogurt on the MarketIcelandic Provisions has just released a vegan skyr, and the company claims to be the first to sell a non-dairy skyr in the U.S.
Why Some Beer Isn't Plant-Based, and Our Favorite Vegan BrewsWhy isn't some beer fully plant-based? We're diving into the strange reason why some can't sport the vegan label, and our favorite plant-based varieties.
6 Best Plant-Based Grilling Burgers for Your MDW CookoutIf you — like many others — are planning to host a cookout on Memorial Day weekend, these are the best plant-based burgers for grilling.
How Coffee Grounds Can Boost Your Garden's HealthAdding coffee to your home garden can give even the most stubborn plants a much-needed caffeine boost.
DeAndre Jordan Scores Major Vegan Points For Launching Meatless Cooking SeriesNBA Nets center, DeAndre Jordan, is now hosting his own plant-based cooking series called 'Cooking Clean.'
Celebrate National Wine Day at Some of Our Favorite Sustainable WineriesMay 25 is National Wine Day, so we're spotlighting some of our favorite sustainable wineries that offer plant-based sips, recycling programs, and more.
Greta Thunberg Highlights the Five Ways “We Are F--cked” in New Short FilmGreta Thunberg's new short film '#ForNature' highlights the relationship between the animal agriculture industry and the climate crisis.
Organic Foods: Are They Really Healthier? People generally accept that organic foods are good for you, but are they actually healthier for you than the alternative options? Here are our findings.
Are Vegans More Positive? Study Shows a Plant-Based Diet May Improve Your MoodA recent study shows that abiding by a vegan diet may benefit your mood and productivity, so it may be time to officially kick meat to the curb.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Moringa's Health BenefitsMoringa is not a word that many folks are familiar with, but this incredible plant has been used for culinary and medical purposes for centuries.
Sugar Substitutes: Which One Is the Healthiest Alternative?Doctors and dietitians are always talking about the benefits of giving up sugar, but what sweetening substitutes can you use in place of it?
A Running List of Freebies and Deals You Can Get With Your COVID-19 Vaccine CardThere are many things to look forward to in terms of getting vaccinated. But discounts and freebies are unexpected perks, offered to those who received the shot.
Slutty Vegan Owner, Pinky Cole, on Expanding Her Restaurant Empire (Exclusive)Green Matters spoke with Slutty Vegan owner, Pinky Cole, about inspiring others to eat plant-based foods, and expanding her restaurant empire.
The Benefits of Black Seed OilBlack seed oil has many health benefits but why is taking it also a risk for some people?
Chia Seeds Are a Superfood, Can Replace Eggs in Baking, and So Much MoreChia seeds aren’t just good for making novelty planters, they are actually quite nutritious as well.
Sinking Our Teeth Into Beyond Meat's Plummeting Stock PricesWhy is Beyond Meat's stock down? The company, which is famous for its plant-based products, is currently suffering from plummeting stock prices.
Chipotle Combats Food Waste by Composting and Donating LeftoversWhat does Chipotle do with leftovers? The chain restaurant combats food waste in a number of ways, by mindfully preparing, composting, and donating.
This App Rates Restaurants Based on How Wasteful They Are (Exclusive)Many restaurants produce quite a bit of waste between packaging and utensils, but we spoke with the creator of an app that rates restaurants on sustainability practices.
Lizzo’s Best Vegan Recipes, As Seen on Her TikTokLizzo is constantly blessing TikTok with plant-based recipes, leading her fans to wonder if she is vegan.
Zero Wasters Will Love This Package-Free Grocery Delivery Service (Exclusive)Jarr, a Vancouver-based business, is a package-free grocery delivery service, and Green Matters was able to catch up with the founder, Emily Sproule.
Why Select Meat Companies — Like Tyson — Have Started Offering Plant-Based OptionsHere's why Tyson is one of many meat producers to start offering plant-based options, in an attempt to lower their impact and curb the climate crisis.
Three-Michelin Star Restaurant, Eleven Madison Park, Rebrands With Fully Plant-Based Menu New York City's famous Eleven Madison Park has rebranded with a fully vegan menu, becoming one of two three-Michelin-starred vegan restaurants worldwide.
Baskin-Robbins Launches Oat Milk Ice Cream NationwideBaskin-Robbins' became the biggest U.S. ice cream chain to offer vegan ice cream, after launching oat milk-based ice cream at all locations nationwide.
This Climate Change Beer Tastes Intentionally Bad, to Reflect Our Impending DoomNew Belgium released Torched Earth Ale, which is meant to reflect the "tastes of the future," and it's intentionally really terrible.
Why Is There a Boba Shortage Right Now? Bubble Tea Shops May Be in DangerWhy is there a boba shortage? U.S. bubble tea shops may be in danger right now, as the delectable Taiwanese beverage is currently in short supply.
How An Expert Approaches the Yin-Yang Dietary Philosophy (Exclusive)The yin-yang Chinese dietary philosophy helps you determine what foods do and don't work for your body, as a crucial part of finding inner balance.
A Running List of Ben & Jerry's Vegan Flavors, to Help You Choose on Free Cone DayAlthough Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's has been postponed this year, due to the ongoing pandemic, we've made a full list of the brand's vegan flavors.
Dunkin' Is Releasing Over 40 Vegan Doughnuts — Where and When You Can Get Them (UPDATES)Global doughnut chain, Dunkin', is about to release over 40 vegan doughnut flavors — here's where and when you'll be able to taste them for yourself.
Is a Vegan Diet Effective in Lowering Cholesterol?Vegan diets are often considered the healthiest choice when it comes to overall nutrition, but will adopting a vegan diet lower cholesterol?
How Scientists Are Saving Grasslands With Ghost PeppersResearchers in Montana are coating seeds with ghost pepper powder to keep deer mice away as native plants return to the grasslands.
Plant-Based Lunch Ideas, From Some of Our Favorite Vegan Foodies (Exclusive)If meal prepping is what gets you through the week, we've spoken to a few of our favorite vegan foodies for plant-based lunch recipes and ideas.
Why Do Bees Make Honey? Hint: It's Not for Our BenefitHumans have been collecting honey from bees for thousands of years, but are bees making honey for us or for their own benefit?
Crack Open a Sustainable Beer, for National Beer DayApril 7 happens to be National Beer Day, and to honor our favorite hoppy drink, we've rounded up a list of our favorite sustainable beers.
What Are the Health Benefits of Seaweed?Seaweed has been dubbed a newly-discovered superfood, but are there really any health benefits to this slimy substance?
Why Humans Couldn't Survive Without BeesBees are an important part of our ecosystem and their disappearance could prove disastrous for every living thing on this planet.
This Is Why Coffee Keeps You RegularCoffee offers a caffeine boost that many people need to start their day, but why does coffee make you go to the bathroom?
Produce Stickers: Are They Edible or Biodegradable?Are produce stickers edible? As an avid fruit and vegetable consumer, you've most likely eaten a sticker or two accidentally — does it matter?
Let's Get It On — Various Studies Show That a Vegan Diet May Increase FertilityDoes a vegan diet increase fertility? Various studies shows that abiding by a vegan or animal-free diet may increase your chances of conception.
A Thailand Supermarket Is Using Banana Leaves Instead of Plastic Produce PackagingA Thai supermarket is using discarded banana leaves instead of plastic to bundle produce.
7 Vegan Comfort Food Recipes That Are Finger Lickin' GoodThese vegan comfort food recipes will prompt even the fussiest eaters to ask for a second helping.
Exploring the Secrets of Vertical Vegetable Gardening, From Top to BottomPlanting a vertical vegetable garden is a great way to save space and take your gardening skills to a whole new dimension.
What Are the World's Healthiest Foods?With all the healthy food choices available today, breaking down which foods are the healthiest is no easy task.
Eco-Friendly Picnic Supplies For Sustainable, Socially-Distant OutingsA fun, outdoor springtime activity (that can be done socially-distanced!) is a picnic — so, we've rounded up our favorite eco-friendly supplies.
7 Plant-Based Breakfast Ideas, to Start the Day off Ethically, Healthily, and SustainablyNeed some new ieas for your plant-based breakfasts? These 7 plant-based breakfast ideas are packed with nutrients, and will start your day off right.