The world of Instagram and other social media outlets can make it seem like going vegan is the ultimate cure-all, helping everything from weight loss to mood regulation to improving overall skin health and complexion. So, it can be frustrating – even worrisome – to find breakouts or changes…
For even the most dedicated and knowledgeable vegan, the thought of a plant-based pregnancy can be confusing, controversial, and even downright daunting. When a woman becomes pregnant, it can be hard to navigate the world of misinformation out there, not to mention…..
Unlike many fitness supplements on the market, creatine is one of the only supplements that research has proven to have a definite positive effect on workout performance. In addition to its helpfulness in the gym, the consumption of creatine has also been…
Whether you’re thinking about eating less animal products, or you’ve been a vegan for decades, watching a documentary that focuses on vegan-related issues is a great way to inspire friends and family to think about a plant-based lifestyle. It can also strengthen your own resolve when it comes to living a compassionate lifestyle.
One of the biggest complaints I hear from new vegans is that the lifestyle is expensive, or that the cost of vegan foods makes the diet cost-prohibitive. This simply isn’t true – shopping for a plant-based diet shouldn’t be any more expensive than shopping for an omnivorous diet.
If you hang around at the gym, or you just don’t live under a rock, you know that protein powder can provide a healthy boost of protein and nutrients into your diet. However, does the role of this supplement change for people who have decided to eschew meat, dairy, and eggs?