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How to Cut a Dragon Fruit in 3 Easy Steps
Don't be frightened by the spiky leaves! Cutting a dragon fruit is fairly simple. Just cut down the middle, separate the flesh, and chop away!Is It Safe to Eat Raw Tofu? We've Got Tips and Tricks for the Plant-Based Protein
We've all been warned of the dangers of consuming uncooked meats — but when it comes to eating raw tofu, things are a little different.Yes, Tofu Is Vegan — Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the Plant-Based Product
Tofu is completely vegan. This plant-based product is also vegetarian-friendly and most varieties are gluten-free. Keep reading to learn more.How to Celebrate World Vegan Month This November
World Vegan Day kicks off World Vegan Month and encourages people, companies, and policy makers to learn more about the vegan lifestyle.Vegans, Rejoice! Most Dark Chocolate Is Vegan — But Check Product Labels
Dark chocolate is typically vegan, as long as there's no milk in the ingredient list. Check out these top vegan chocolate brands for a sweet treat.Is Vegan Pizza a Healthier Alternative to a Classic Slice of Pepperoni or Cheese?
In general, vegan pizza is healthier than most traditional options found on menus. However, not everyone agrees on what’s considered healthy.Is Julia Louis-Dreyfus Vegan? A Look at How Cancer Changed Her Diet
After a breast cancer diagnosis in 2017, Julia Louis-Dreyfus made changes to her diet and exercise routine.Why Vegans and Vegetarians Won't Eat Imitation Crab
Vegans and vegetarians avoid eating imitation crab because it is still made with fish. There are vegan-friendly foods you can use as a substitute.The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Candy for a Sweet Halloween
Many Halloween candies you know and love happen to be vegan.Fries With Vegan Nacho Cheese Are Coming to Taco Bells Nationwide
Vegans get ready to "run to the border" on Oct. 12 when Taco Bell Vegan Nacho Cheese hits restaurants nationwide.Your Plant-Based Rosh Hashanah Menu: Seven Courses to Welcome the Jewish New Year
In honor of the Jewish New Year, we've rounded up some plant-based Rosh Hashanah menu ideas, from side dishes to desserts.This May Be the Best Vegan Parmesan I've Ever Tried (Exclusive)
Janessa Steenberg tells us about Panacheeza, her new company making analogous, delicious, and healthy vegan Parmesan cheese.The Best Foods I Tried at the 2023 Plant-Based World Expo (Exclusive)
Green Matters was invited to attend the Plant-Based World Expo, where I got to try vegan foods galore.Are All Vegan Restaurants Automatically Kosher? What Jewish Vegans Should Know
Eating at a vegan restaurant might be considered kosher, but there are a few exceptions.What Happened to Wondermilk, the Dairy-Free Milk Alternative From So Delicious?
Wondermilk was an dairy-free milk lauded by Consumer Reports as having a taste and texture close to natural milk. But, you won't find it in stores.Isabella Iglesias-Musachio Is Bringing Mycelium to the World of Vegan Meat (Exclusive)
Bosque Foods' hopes “to make a positive impact in curbing climate change through the lens of food” thanks to its unique mycelium meat.What Vegans Need to Know About Creatine Supplements
Creatine is an important energy source that vegans lack. Is creatine vegan, and should vegans include creatine supplements in their diets?Angry Dad Won't Let His 13-Year-Old Daughter Go Vegan
How would you handle it if your teen announced they were going vegan? One man who won't let his daughter go vegan asks social media if he's in the wrong.Is the Impossible Burger Healthy? Here's How It Compares to Beef
Is the Impossible Burger healthy? Here's how Impossible Foods' creation stacks up against traditional beef burgers.From Soy to Wheat, Here's What Vegan Meat Is Made From
Plant-based meat is gaining popularity, but what exactly is it made of?How Plant-Based Diets Protect the Earth and Fight Climate Change
Research from institutions including the University of Oxford have found endless environmental benefits to eating a plant-based diet.Which Vegan Hot Dogs Are the Best? Celebrate National Hot Dog Day Year Round
Vegan and vegetarian hot dogs have come a long way — here are five of the best ones on the market.Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet: Tips, Resources, and More for Trying Veganism
Eating a vegan or plant-based diet is easier than it sounds — here are a few tips to make the transition smoother.Celebrity Chef John Mountain Says He Won't Serve Vegans At His Restaurant
Celebrity chef John Mountain recently announced vegans would no longer be welcome in his restaurant. What does he have against vegans?Impossible Foods' "Lean" Ground Beef Has More Protein and Less Fat
Impossible Foods' Impossible Beef Lite is a healthier alternative — and its Indulgent Burgers are a juicier one.Lab-Grown Meat Can Officially Be Sold in U.S., Thanks to USDA Approval
Lab-grown meat is one step closer to your dinner table, since the USDA has approved cultivated meat from two brands.8 Vegan Gift Baskets That Will Easily Brighten Anyone’s Day
Regardless of the occasion, there are so many vegan gift baskets out there that could brighten anyone's day, without hurting any animals.The Details on Shake Shack’s Long-Awaited Vegan Options
Although fast casual dining isn't often made with plant-based customers in mind, Shake Shack does offer a few vegan options.How Miyoko Schinner Is Moving on From Miyoko's Creamery (Exclusive)
We caught up with Miyoko Schinner at the Vegan Women Summit to chat about Rancho Compasión, LEAP, and the legacy she wants to leave behind.These Stone Fruit Recipes Will Put You in the Summer Mood
Stone fruits are fleshy fruits with pits like peaches and plums, and also happen to be a popular summer recipe ingredient.Introducing Taco Bell's First Fully Vegan Menu Item: The Vegan Crunchwrap
Taco Bell is appealing to those eating a plant-based diet with the new Taco Bell Vegan Crunchwrap, available for a limited time at select locations.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.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.Wholesome Vegan and Gluten-Free Recipes for Every Occasion (Exclusive)
Here are some vegan gluten-free recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert!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.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.Plant-Based Passover Recipes + Tips for a Vegan Seder Plate
Passover is a great time to make vegan recipes.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.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.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.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.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.Ella Travolta on Encouraging — Not Forcing — Her Actor Dad to Dabble in Veganism (Exclusive)
We spoke to vegan model, Ella Travolta, on behalf of Silk on the importance of going vegan, and encouraging her actor dad to try vegan food.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.University of Cambridge Could Go Plant-Based for the Planet, After Student Vote
The University of Cambridge may soon become a vegan college campus.Impossible Foods Introduces Vegan Spicy Chicken Nuggets, Patties and More
Impossible Spicy Chicken Nuggets, Patties, and Impossible Chicken Tenders are hitting the market.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.