Now. Guys, it’s 2021. It’s time to stop thinking of going vegan as some sort of exercise in deprivation and self-punishment. Going vegan just means that you’re won’t eat animal-sourced products, not that you must eliminate all joy and happiness from your life. And frankly, we think that now is the best time to begin…
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Tofu Guide for the Tentative Cook
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Tofu! We’re so happy to be the ones to bring the beauty of the bean curd into your kitchen. And maybe even into your heart. We promise our tofu guide will ease your reservations about chomping into this vegan powerhouse. Tofu is not only delicious in recipes, but also…
How to Get All Your Nutrients As A Vegan
This article was written by vegan Registered Dietitian Taylor Wolfram, and was sponsored by our friends at Naturelo. Getting What We Need to Thrive The human body requires lots of nutrients to function properly, including carbohydrates, protein, fat, 13 vitamins and many minerals. Some of them we can make ourselves and some of them we…
I’m Vegan…Do I Really Need to Take Vitamins?
So, you went vegan. Awesome! You’re saving animals and minimizing your impact on the environment. And, now that you’re vegan, you’re likely eating more nutritious vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes, which is great for your health. Yes, Eating Plant-Based Can Have Huge Health Benefits People who eat vegan tend to consume less…
Going Vegan? Here’s What to Expect in the First 30 Days!
This article was generously sponsored by our friends at Bobo’s. Known for their delicious vegan oat bars, they make plant-powered snacking a breeze. They’re kindly offering 30% for our readers with the code WORLDOFVEGAN (good site-wide on any product at EatBobos.com). Enjoy! So you’ve heard about the benefits of going vegan and you’ve done it!…
Why Fish Isn’t The Healthy Protein Option You Think It Is & What You Should Try Instead
There’s a lot of misinformation about the health impacts of seafood swirling around the internet. It’s time to set the record straight! I don’t know about you, but when I hear people talk about eating healthy, they tend to go straight for the “lean meat” suggestion. Chicken or fish, they say! But I’ll raise them…
The Future of Meat
In the 12 years since I went vegan, plant-based meats have gotten really good. I mean, scary good. When I eat an Impossible Burger or Beyond Sausage at a restaurant, I have this “Hey, are you sure?” moment where I wonder if they made a mistake in the kitchen. And don’t even get me started on Gardein…
5 Myths About Vegan Protein—Busted!
If you’re considering going vegan, there’s one thing you should know. Everyone you know—and even a bunch of people you don’t know—will become extremely concerned about your protein intake. Joking aside, there are many myths surrounding protein intake on a vegan diet that deter many would-be herbivores from adopting a plant-based lifestyle. Sure, most people…
8 Reasons Why Wool Isn’t as Innocent As You Think
Call us crazy, but we don’t want someone shaving our hair off without our permission because it would make them a nice coat or a pair of socks. But when it comes sheep, it’s not unreasonable to think that these fluffy-haired creatures could probably use a haircut every now and again. And why not put…
14 Things Said to Vegans (And How to Respond Without Losing Your Cool)
If you’re a long-time vegan, a brand-new plant-based eater, or even trying out more plant-powered meals, chances are you’ve had some “interesting” conversations with family, friends, and complete strangers. It happens to all of us. Here are some of my favorites from over the years. Some of the responses I didn’t think of until later.…