Hampton Creek To Release Innovative New Vegan Egg SubstituteSilicon Valley startup Hampton Creek is developing a vegan scrambled egg substitute soon to be available on the market for vegan brunch fans.
Finless Foods Pioneers Innovation To Grow Fish From Stem CellsWith new technology Finless Foods can actually grow fish from their stem cells in an attempt to slow down overfishing
Colombia Commits To Deforestation-Free Cocoa ProductionColombia is leading the path to creating chocolate while minimizing environmental harm.
7 Tips For Growing Your Own Herb GardenConsult our guide for more info on starting your own herb garden.
Vegan Main Dishes to Spice Up Your Thanksgiving TableThese vegan main dish recipes for Thanksgiving will keep your holiday table turkey-free.
How Long Does Olive Oil Last?Olive oil is an essential part of any cooking arsenal, but how long does olive oil last? And does it ever really expire?
Is the Impossible Burger Healthy? Here's How It Compares to Beef Is the Impossible Burger healthy? There's a lot to consider.
Are Carrots Safe for Dogs? Learn About the Powerful Veggie's BenefitsCarrots are a surprisingly appetizing treat for many dogs and they also happen to be one of the healthiest, low-calorie snacks you can feed your canine companion.
This App Is Saving Restaurant Food Waste — And Can Save You Tons of Money on TakeoutOne of the restaurant industry's greatest downfalls is inevitably wasting food, and Too Good to Go is an app that delivers surplus food items.
Did Impossible Foods Really Test on Animals?Impossible Foods makes its “meat” entirely from plants, but some vegans have an issue with Impossible — namely, the company's decision to test on animals on occasion.
Which Vegan Foods Have the Most Protein? These Plants Are PowerhousesProtein is easy to get on a vegan diet — we've rounded up some of the best high-protein plant-based foods out there.
Is Rotten Pineapple Poisonous?Fresh pineapple is a delicious and highly-nutritious fruit, but there are some theories that say rotten pineapple isn’t just disgusting — it might actually be poisonous.
Yes, Vegan Charcuterie Boards Exist — Here Are Our Favorite Plant-Based StaplesIf you're hosting for the holidays, no celebration is complete without a vegan charcuterie board, and these staples will make it truly magical.
Beyond Meat's Vegan Burgers Are Getting Meatier and HealthierBeyond Meat has two new Beyond Burgers heading to market: one designed to be even meatier than the original, and one that has a significantly lower fat content.
These Starbucks Drinks Are Completely Vegan and Seriously DeliciousSometimes dairy-free specialty caffeinated drinks are hard to come by, but these vegan Starbucks drinks are seriously delicious and always available.
Canned vs. Dried Beans: Comparing Price, Nutrition, Sustainability, and PreparationGreen Matters is comparing canned vs. dried beans in terms of price, nutrition, sustainability, and preparation, to help you decide which to buy.
Are Mushrooms Healthy? The Delicious Fungi Have Endless Health BenefitsEdible mushrooms come in dozens of shapes and size but though they may look unappetizing to some people, they actually happen to be quite good for you.
How and When to Harvest Garlic: Everything You Need to KnowGarlic is one of the easiest vegetables to grow in your home garden — here's everything you need to know.
Our Favorite Vegan Wines and Champagnes, for a Totally Ethical SipWine and champagne isn't always vegan, so Green Matters compiled a list of the best plant-based bottles, for a completely ethical and guilt-free sip.
Here's Which Type of Wine Packaging We Think Is the Most SustainableWhich type of wine packaging is the most sustainable? Between bottles, boxes, and cans, there are several ways to consume the beloved beverage.
Join These Animal-Loving Celebrities in Turkey-Free Thanksgiving PledgeA Turkey-Free Thanksgiving Pledge by Farm Sanctuary has gotten the attention of celebrities, including Alec Baldwin, Edie Falco, Rooney Mara, and Sia.
Exploring the Many Health Benefits of GingerGinger may be good for cookies and for delicious in ale, but did you know that this common, flavorful spice has many health benefits as well?
Everything You Need to Know About the November 2020 Romaine Lettuce RecallA romaine lettuce recall has affected several states throughout the U.S. If you think you may have been affected, here's how we suggest you proceed.
Not All Protein Powder Is Fully Vegan, and Here's WhyWhy aren't all protein powders entirely vegan? The healthy ingredient you most likely add to your smoothies may not be completely plant-based.
This Group Is Bringing Plant-Based Food Options to Bodegas Across NYC Although plant-based foods can be difficult to find in city settings, one group is making plant-based foods accessible by offering them in bodegas.
Hack: Make Pizza Hut's Beyond Meat Pies Completely Vegan With This Easy TrickPizza Hut announced it would be offering Beyond Meat-topped pizzas, which can be made completely vegan with one easy hack.
Reasons to Try a Plant-Based Turkey This Thanksgiving + Some of the Best on the MarketThe turkey on your Thanksgiving table could be replaced with a plant-based option this year — here are a few of our favorites.
Can You Put Moldy Food in Compost?We all know you shouldn’t eat moldy food — but can that mold adversely affect the delicate bacteria in your compost pile?
Cranberries Might Be One of the Most Sustainable Dishes on Your Thanksgiving Menu Cranberries might actually be one of the most sustainable Thanksgiving dishes on your holiday menu, based on how they're grown and harvested.
What Is Bycatch? The Fishing Industry's Darkest Side Effect, ExplainedBycatch is the discarded sea animals who get caught in fishing nets and die as side effects of the commercial fishing industry.
What Does Organic Biologique Mean?The phrase organic biologique has been cropping up on food labels in supermarkets for some time now, but what does this semi-familiar term really mean?
How to Order Vegan at Carl’s Jr.Burger joints have not always been known for their vegan-friendly offerings, but a recent upswing in vegan lifestyles and green living has forced chains like Carl’s Jr. to amend their ways.
How to Order Vegan at Domino'sAt first glance, pizza doesn’t seem like the best choice for a vegan diet, but as this lifestyle becomes more widespread, popular chains like Domino's are starting to hop on the bandwagon.
Here Are Our Favorite Vegan Soups From Restaurants Near You'Tis the season for soup! That said, we've compiled an extensive list of our favorite vegan restaurant soups to enjoy via delivery or takeout.
Does LeAnn Rimes Eat Plant-Based to Manage Her Psoriasis? What We KnowAre there food triggers associated with psoriasis? Dietitians believe there is a correlation between flare-ups and notoriously "inflammatory" foods.
What to Do With Old Pumpkins (Hint: They're Not Trash)What can you do with old pumpkins? From composting to donating to zoos, there are endless options to keep them out of the landfill.
The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Candy for a Sweet HalloweenMany Halloween candies you know and love happen to be vegan.
Can You Recycle Compostable Containers? Here's How to Dispose of ThemCompostable packaging is becoming more and more popular in restaurants these days, but can this miraculous innovation be recycled, or does it fall into the same trap as its plastic predecessor?
These Are the Best Vegan Menu Items to Order at Olive GardenIf you're plant-based and trying to order food at Olive Garden, check out the best vegan items you can order at the fast-casual Italian restaurant.
Chef Chloe Coscarelli on What It's Really Like to Cook Vegan for Thanksgiving — ExclusiveGreen Matters participated in an exclusive virtual baking class with Chef Chloe Coscarelli, who spoke about cooking vegan dishes on Thanksgiving.
Here's the ~Tea~ on Fair Trade TeaWhat makes tea fair trade? We're delving into how tea can be sourced ethically or unethically, and included some of our favorite fair trade tea brands.
What Ingredients Really Go Into an Impossible Burger? Impossible Burgers are popping up in fast food chains everywhere these days, but what secret ingredients make these amazing meats so impossible in the first place?
Here's Everything You Need to Know About Pea MilkWhat is pea milk? The dairy-free alternative is beloved by plant-based foodies everywhere, and it's widely preferred over other plant-based milks.
Disney-Loving Vegans, Rejoice! The Happiest Place on Earth Has Several Plant-Based OptionsDo Disney Parks offer vegan options? The California and Florida-based parks actually offer quite a few plant-based options for meatless park goers.
Natto Is a Plant-Based Japanese Delicacy That's Widely Beloved by Health EnthusiastsWhat is natto? It's a plant-based delicacy from Japan comprised of fermented soybeans, and it's certainly a staple for many vegans out there.
What Produce Is Currently in Season? Fall Produce to Buy Right NowWhat types of produce are currently in season? We've compiled an extensive list of fall fruits and vegetables you should be buying right now.
Zero-Waste Halloween Candy to Give Trick-or-TreatersAlthough zero-waste Halloween candy is rare, it can be zero-waste. Here are some tips for keeping your child's trick-or-treating free of plastic.
Making Vegetable Broth Is Easy, and Helps Reuse Food ScrapsFire up your crockpot, folks — soup season is right around the corner, and we're making homemade vegetable broth as a tasty cold weather staple.
Wash Your Impossible Burger Down With Impossible Dairy MilkImpossible Foods is working on a dairy milk product that tastes just like cow's milk — but it's made from plants.