I’m a big fan of herbs and plants (obviously). For centuries humans have used Mother Nature’s gifts as a way to heal the body, yet in the modern day we have become far too reliant on prescription medication… [Read More]
How Modern Motivations Are Shaping What It Means to Be Vegan
What is a vegan, anyway? Well, the official definition is pretty straight forward, but there are what I would describe as a couple of modern-day variations – shaped by different motivations – that have emerged. But let’s start… [Read More]
The Truth About Avon’s Animal Testing Policy
Avon is a longstanding cosmetics company that that was founded in the mid-1930s. The founder David H. McConnell started out a struggling salesman, but his persistence selling perfumes, powder and rouge and lipsticks saw his company become one… [Read More]
The 22 Most Vegan Friendly Cities in the World
1. Los Angeles The city of Angels is arguably the most vegan friendly city in the world. Sunny Los Angeles is a mecca for plant based food and has proven itself as one of the foremost destinations for… [Read More]
35 Vegan Celebrities Enjoying the Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet
It seems like every other day a new vegan celebrity emerges touting the benefits of a plant-based diet. And it’s no wonder why. Science has proven beyond doubt that a healthy vegan diet is the best way to… [Read More]
The 25 Best Vegan Cookbooks Ever!
So… you’ve decided that it’s time to eat more veggies. Maybe you’re done with dairy and how it bloats you and upsets your skin. Maybe you’ve read about how factory farmed meat is terrible for the environment, animals… [Read More]
25 Compelling Cartoons That Will Make You Rethink The Way You See Animals
Pictures are capable of speaking louder than words. This compelling collection of 25 cartoons and illustrations strike right at the heart of society and the way in which animals are treated, the way they are worn, eaten, exploited… [Read More]
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The Truth About Vegan Iron Deficiency: Heme Vs Non-Heme Iron
Deficiency | RDA | Testing | Absorption | Vegan Deficiency | Heme Iron Risk | Supplementation | Plant-Based Sources Iron comes in two forms: heme and non-heme. Heme iron comes from animal-based foods such as dairy, meat, and… [Read More]
Moral Dilemma: The Vegan Butcher [True Story]
Being vegan in a world dominated by animal agriculture and its by-products is not easy at the best of times. Trying to avoid animal ingredients in foods, cosmetics, clothes, and even razors is a minefield we have to… [Read More]
25 Most Powerful Plant-Based Sources of Iron
There are numerous plant-based sources of iron, many with a higher content than meat. This chart shows you the top 25 vegan sources of iron by mg / amount of food, so that you’ll know which plant-based foods to eat to ensure you get a plentiful intake of iron…. [Read More]