Let's Get It On — Various Studies Show That a Vegan Diet May Increase Fertility
Does a vegan diet increase fertility? Various studies shows that abiding by a vegan or animal-free diet may increase your chances of conception.
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A Thailand Supermarket Is Using Banana Leaves Instead of Plastic Produce Packaging
A Thai supermarket is using discarded banana leaves instead of plastic to bundle produce.
7 Vegan Comfort Food Recipes That Are Finger Lickin' Good
These 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 Bottom
Planting 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 Outings
A 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 Sustainably
Need 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.
Some Vegans Don't Eat Avocados — Here's Why
Why don't all vegans eat avocados? Some refrain from eating them for sustainability and ethical reasons — keep reading for more on the matter.
Plant Disease Exacerbated by Climate Change Endangering Hawaii's Kona Coffee
Unfortunately, one of Hawaii's biggest export crops is currently endangered by a rampant plant disease affecting Kona coffee plants statewide.
Are Any Vegetables Dangerous?
Vegetables aren’t dangerous on their own — it’s our intervention during the growing process that makes them so.
Seaweed Reduces Cows' Methane Emissions, Study Finds — but There's a Better Solution
Feeding cattle seaweed could reduce their methane emissions by 82 percent — but why are we trying to fix this broken, polluting industry?
Baked Oats Are Taking Over TikTok: Try These Easy Vegan Recipes
What exactly is baked oats? TikTok's latest food trend is a sweet twist on a classic breakfast.
Is Eating a Banana Every Day OK?
Bananas are a colorful treat beloved by all, but is eating a banana a day considered healthy?
How AI Technology Is Tackling Food Waste at Ralphs, Kroger, and More (Exclusive)
Food waste is a huge issue at grocery stores nationwide, but Shelf Engine released a new piece of AI technology that helps grocers eliminate that.
What Are the Least Sustainable Foods?
There are thousands of options sitting on the shelf and in the fridge of your local supermarket, but what foods are the least sustainable?
2021’s Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Are Here, With New Pesticide-Laden Veg (Exclusive)
The 2021 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen have been unveiled by the EWG, advising U.S. shoppers on what produce to buy organic.
Why Do We Keep Eggs Refrigerated in the U.S.?
In other countries, countless people keep their eggs right out at room temperature, so why do they need to be refrigerated in the U.S.?
Michelin-Star Chef Opens Plant-Based Mexican Restaurant in Brooklyn (Exclusive)
Green Matters caught up with plant-based Michelin-Star chef Justin Bazdarich on his new Brooklyn restaurant, and about the rise of vegan fine dining.
What Is a Dirty Vegan? Bring on the Vegan Junk Food
The term dirty vegan might seem somewhat derogatory at first glance, but it’s an important differentiator for those that live a vegan lifestyle.
Is Michelle Obama Vegan? The 'Waffles + Mochi' Host Is a Big Veggie Lover
Michelle Obama has always been an advocate of healthy, sustainable eating, but does that mean she’s vegan?
Vitamin B12: How Do Vegans Supplement Their Plant-Based Diets?
Are there any non-animal-based foods or supplements that will allow vegans to get vitamin B12?
How Zero-Waste Chef Max La Manna Is Fighting the Climate Crisis With Food
Chef Max La Manna keeps his kitchen zero-waste and vegan — and he wrote a book called "More Plants Less Waste" to help you do the same.
Here's How Much Food Different Countries Waste Every Year
Hunger is a major problem that communities worldwide grapple with regularly, but countries across the globe waste so much food every year.
How to Get Started Urban Gardening, What to Buy, and More
Want access to fresh-grown produce right at your home but live in a city? Urban gardening is a small-space solution that only requires a rooftop.
Plant-Based Meats: Which Brands Are the Healthiest?
Plant-based meat is becoming increasingly popular as the years go by, but is it actually good for you?
Container Gardening: 7 of the Easiest Vegetables to Grow in Pots
Vegetable gardening doesn’t always have to involve a large patch of soil, but which, if any, vegetables will grow best in pots?
25 of NYC's Best Vegan Restaurants: A Guide to the Best Options for Every Price Point
New York City's vegan restaurants are at the top of their game — here are 25 of our favorites.
Will a Plant-Based Diet Help With Gut Health? An Expert Tells All (Exclusive)
Does being plant-based help with gut health? Green Matters spoke with registered dietician, Siena Cid, about how being vegan affects your gut.
How to Properly Season Your Cast Iron Cookware
Learning how to properly season cast iron cookware is a skill that will take your culinary prowess to the very next level.
Is Organic Baby Food Really Necessary? Here's What an Expert Says (Exclusive)
The battle over whether organic baby food is really necessary continues, so Green Matters spoke with an expert on why buying organic isn't needed.
Ahhhh — These Herbs and Spices Will Help You Relax, According to An Expert (Exclusive)
Although herbs and spices won't cure severe anxiety, food expert and author Christine DeLozier offers herbs and spices that can help curb stress.
Given Current COVID-19 Restrictions, Will Starbucks Still Fill a Reusable Cup?
Starbucks used to offer customers a chance to get their drinks made in their own reusable cup from home, but is the company still offering this option even in the era of COVID-19?
Why Your Cucumber Leaves Are Turning Yellow, and How to Make Them Green Again
Cucumbers are a nutritious addition to any backyard garden, but what do you do if your formerly verdant cucumber leaves are starting to turn yellow?
Cookbooks Written by Black Vegan Chefs, to Explore Beyond Black History Month
It's crucial to continue supporting the Black community beyond Black History Month, so support these Black vegan chefs by buying their cookbooks.
How to Grow and Harvest Basil at Home
Basil is a delicious, herbal addition to many dishes, and it happens to be one of the easiest herbs to grow at home.
The Best Organic Seltzers, Both Alcoholic and Nonalcoholic
Flavored seltzer has become quite popular in the last decade, but is there such a thing as organic seltzer?
Is John Oliver Vegan? The 'Last Week Tonight' Host Has Criticized the Meat Industry
John Oliver’s satirical discussions about environmentalism and animal cruelty have given rise to rumors regarding his alleged vegan lifestyle, but is there any truth behind these audacious assumptions?
Grocery Stores Weigh in on the Fuzzy Future of Bulk Bins, Post-Pandemic
When will bulk bins come back, post-pandemic? Several grocery stores are limiting bulk sections to stay pandemic-safe, but here's what companies think.
How Do Reusable Coffee Filters Work?
Different coffee filters can have different impacts on the flavor, aroma, and overall coffee experience, but do reusable filters work any better than disposable ones?
What Are the Best Natural Immune Boosters?
Many people are looking for healthy, effective ways to boost their immune systems, but how effective are some of these natural remedies?
The U.K. May Ban Bottom Trawling — What That Means for Fishers
Bottom trawling is a controversial fishing practice that's been deemed dangerous to ocean habitats and may be banned in the U.K. — but what is it?
These Natural Energy Boosters Will Help You Cut Down on Coffee
If you're looking to stop drinking coffee — or reduce your daily dose — these natural energy boosters will give you a much-needed pick-me-up.
Elderberries Have More Health Benefits Than You May Have Imagined
Elderberries have become particularly ubiquitous these days, but are elderberry products as good for your immune system as we’ve been led to believe?
8 of the Most Delicious Food Documentaries on Netflix
Neftlix has a great reputation for putting out quality documentary content, but what are some of the best food-related documentaries the streaming service has to offer?
Wow, No Cow! Oatly’s Super Bowl Commercial Is Dividing Oatmilk Fans
Oatly CEO Toni Petersson starred in a Super Bowl commercial about oatmilk — which immediately divided the internet during the football game.
Baby Food Found to Contain Toxic Heavy Metals Linked to Developmental Damage
Toxic heavy metals were found in baby food by seven popular brands, including supposedly organic, natural companies.
These Are the Best Plant-Based Egg Substitutes for Baking — and Eating
Are you vegan or vegetarian, looking for an alternative to eggs? These are the 15 best plant-based egg substitutes, according to longtime vegans.
Foods That Help Relieve Period Pain, Naturally
Period pain can make an uncomfortable time of the month even worse, but there are some foods that might lessen the pain just enough to get you through.
These Foods May Help Reduce Depression
Depression affects a significant portion of the population, but did you know that certain foods can help lighten that mental load?
Vegan Alternatives to Fish Oil, From Omega-3 Supplements to Foods
Omega-3 fatty acids have become somewhat synonymous with fish oil, but what kind of supplements can you take if you live a vegan lifestyle?