Is Paraffin Wax Vegan?

Koresene/Paraffin Wax Lamp

There is nothing I enjoy more than lighting a scented candle on a quiet afternoon and taking in the burning scents as they soothe me. However, before I had chosen animal-free living I had never put much thought into what I was actually burning.

Why Vegans Don’t Go to the Zoo

Tiger at the Zoo

Giving up animal-based foods was easy, especially now given that there are so many delicious options and alternatives for things like burgers, cheese, and mayonnaise. Replacing the animal-ingredient-laden products in my pantry with plant-based ones was easy…

12 Vegan Cookie Brands for Guilt-Free Snacking

Lenny & Larry's

When you make the switch to a vegan lifestyle, you might think it involves giving up all your favorite treats and goodies for healthier alternatives. However, just because you go cruelty-free doesn’t mean you have to forego your favorite guilty pleasures, least of all cookies!

Why Vegans Don’t Go to the Circus

Do Vegans Go to the Circus

Circuses have been part of the entertainment culture for centuries. Long before the conception of the cinema and television, circuses were often seen as a luxurious and unique source of entertainment. It was a symbol of adventure and the wild, an unknown traveling troupe that…

Why Vegans Don’t Go to Aquariums

Vegan Aquarium

When I was a child, aquariums felt like a theme park. Nothing was more exhilarating than seeing the huge schools of tropical fish, the menacing hordes of sharks, and the vibrant packs of seals soaring through the water, as I walked beneath them…

Your Guide to Vegan Breastfeeding

Vegan Breastfeeding

For women and babies who are able, breastfeeding has long been recommended by doctors as the optimal way of nourishing your child. Vegan moms who want to breastfeed are encouraged to do so – it’s in line with the lifestyle, as we discuss at length in this article…