How Sweet It Is: The Most Eco-Friendly Sweet Teas
For many, a refreshing glass of iced tea is a guilty pleasure, but there may be hidden dangers too. Let's explore environmentally-friendly sweet teas.
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Why Did Catalina Crunch Recall Over 300,000 Cereal and Snack Packages?
Catalina Crunch is popular for its low-carb, keto-friendly, zero sugar, and plant-based protein snacks and cereals. Why was Catalina Crunch recalled?
Lawsuit Alleged Bang Energy Used Deceptive False Advertising Practices
Monster Beverage Corp sued Bang Energy for falsely claiming its drinks contain "Super Creatine" and other misconduct. What was the outcome?
A Pediatric Dietitian's Guide to Choosing the Best Dairy-Free Baby Formula (Exclusive)
Dairy-free baby formulas are generally safe for all infants, a pediatric registered dietitian tells us.
Dogs Hide Their Treats for Many Reasons — What You Should Look Out For
Dogs are curious creatures who are always ready to play, but if your dog often hides treats and toys, there may be an important reason.
The "Running on Plants" Challenge Promotes a Vegan Diet and Active Lifestyle
A plant-based diet can improve athletic performance, says Tom Pickering, founder of the Running on Plants month-long challenge.
What Happens If You Eat Expired Food? TikTok's Gavin Wren Is Testing the Boundaries (Exclusive)
How long does food last after its use-by date? Gavin Wren shows what happens if you eat expired food on his TikTok channel.
False Advertising or Frivolous Lawsuit? Velveeta Mac and Cheese Cups Under Fire
A woman sued Kraft Heinz Foods Company over claims about how long it takes to prepare Velveeta microwaveable mac and cheese.
A Lawsuit Alleges That DoorDash Charges iPhone Users More — What to Know
If you use food delivery apps, you may want to know about the DoorDash class action lawsuit which alleges the company charges iPhone users more.
Wholesome Vegan and Gluten-Free Recipes for Every Occasion (Exclusive)
Here are some vegan gluten-free recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert!
To Ease Pain and Reduce Chronic Illness Risk, Try These Anti-Inflammatory Smoothies
Anti-inflammatory smoothie recipes can help ease pain, support your immune system, and reduce risk of chronic illness.
FDA Issued a Magnesium Citrate Recall — Find Out Why
If you regularly use a laxative to become more regular, you may want to know about this magnesium citrate recall and how it may impact you.
A Tangy Twist on Tea: Delving into the Taste Experience of Kombucha
What does kombucha taste like? Based on your preferences, you might love it or hate it.
Hungry? Here Are 8 of the Best Vegan Restaurants in Boston
While Boston is known for Fenway Park, baked beans and clam chowder, it's also got a vegan food scene. Here are the best vegan restaurants in Boston.
Krill Oil May Be Replacing Fish Oil as the Trendy Omega-3 Supplement
Like fish oil, krill oil is full of omega-3 fatty acids, which improve brain and heart health.
Vegan Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas to Show Mom How Much You Love Her
If you're trying to come up with Mother's Day brunch ideas, we've come up with a number of plant-based options that she will absolutely love.
Cure Your Steak Craving With These Vegan Steaks
Vegan steak is definitely a growing market — here are a few exciting products and recipes.
Our Favorite Tabitha Brown Recipes, for Your Next Vegan Meal
Tabitha Brown's recipes are a great way to get into vegan eating.
Our Favorite Frozen Vegan Meals, When Cooking Is Simply Too Much of a Hassle
Sometimes we simply aren't in the mood to cook dinner, so we've compiled our favorite low-waste frozen vegan meals for a lazy evening in, below.
Why These Former Cattle Ranchers Converted Their Farm Into a Sanctuary (Exclusive)
Rowdy Girl Sanctuary’s founder Renee King-Sonnen spoke with Green Matters to share her story, as well as discuss the new documentary 'Rowdy Girl.'
What Is the Hugelkultur Gardening Method – and Is It Worth It?
The hugelkulture gardening method prevents unnecessary landfill waste by naturally recycling organic matter and yard clippings.
How to Clean Pesticides Off of Fruits and Vegetables
Here's a guide to cleaning your fruits and vegetables to reduce your pesticide exposure.
Maca Root Has Been Called a "Nutritional Powerhouse" — Here's Why and How You Can Use It
Maca root has been used for thousands of years in Peru in all kinds of recipes. But is it healthy? A number of people been talking about various benefits.
Move Over, Oat Milk — Tiger Nut Milk Has Come to Town
Tiger nut milk is becoming an increasingly popular dairy milk alternative. Here's what we know about this option, and if it's actually good for you.
A Nutritionist Weighs in on the Viral Chia Seed Water TikTok Trend (Exclusive)
Thanks to TikTok, many are taking to a new health trend that involves drinking chia seeds mixed with water several times per day.
Tired of Boring, Old Coffee Every Morning? Learn How to Make a Matcha Latte Instead
Take a break from coffee and learn how to make a matcha latte instead! Here's a look into what matcha tastes like and what recipes you should try.
Take Sustainability to a Whole New Level With These Almond Milk Pulp Recipes
Making your own plant-based milk is already sustainable, but it can get even better. Reduce your waste even more with these almond milk pulp recipes.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Passover Seder Eco-Friendly
Here are a few tips for keeping your Passover seder as eco-friendly as possible.
New Research: A Healthy Plant-Based Diet Lowers Risk of Cancer, Premature Death, and More (Exclusive)
A healthy plant-based diet can help prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease, and early mortality, according to new research.
Ashley Tisdale on Her Plant-Based Journey, Her Go-To Vegan Meal, and More (Exclusive)
Ashley Tisdale is using her platform to promote plant-based eating.
Is There an Ideal Diet for Cancer Prevention? Here’s What We Found
Is there an ideal diet for cancer prevention? Let’s check out the Budwig diet, the Mediterranean diet, and more.
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.
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.