The vegan diet is a more popular form of the plant based diet in which no animal foods at all are eaten. This doesn’t always follow a whole foods plant based diet because sometimes the foods eaten might be highly processed and not in their whole, natural states. Nevertheless, it is still a good plant based diet and a healthy one to follow. This is because it cuts out animal based foods and meat, which have been found to be huge causes of diseases, obesity and diabetes.
The vegan diet has the benefit of not just better health, but also a positive impact on the environment and animal rights. Most raising of animal based foods leads to negative effects on the environment. This is coupled with the idea that factory farms which are used to produce many animal products, have the huge potential to cause epidemics and worldwide health issues. Further is the fact that animals are generally not treated humanely in these farms and are also killed for meat consumption. Usually the living conditions for these animals is very poor and unsanitary.
Chia seeds are a nutritious and convenient option for those looking to incorporate more plant-based protein and fiber into their diet. Using chia eggs as a vegan egg substitute is a great way to add these nutrients to your recipes, while also providing a source of sustained energy and nutrition. In this post, we will … Read more
This vegan mascarpone can be used in a variety of sweet or savory dishes, such as vegan tiramisu, cheesecakes, or pasta sauces. It can also be spread on toast or used as a topping for fruit or other desserts. (See Vegan Mascarpone Frosting) Vegan mascarpone is a plant-based alternative to traditional mascarpone cheese, which is … Read more
Vegan fudge is a delicious and satisfying treat that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of their dietary preferences. It is made with plant-based ingredients such as cocoa powder, coconut oil, and maple syrup, making it suitable for vegans and those who follow plant-based diets. One of the great things about vegan fudge is that … Read more
Collard greens are a nutritious leafy green vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes, including Indian recipes. Here is a simple recipe for Indian-style collard greens: What are Collard Greens Called in India? Collard greens are not commonly used in Indian cuisine and do not have a specific name in the local … Read more
Overnight oats are a popular breakfast option because they are quick and easy to prepare, and can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for a convenient grab-and-go meal in the morning. Traditional overnight oats recipes often include chia seeds as a key ingredient, but chia seeds are not necessary to make this … Read more
Oatmeal with flaxseed and chia seeds is a healthy and nutritious breakfast option that is packed with fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. Oatmeal is a whole grain that is high in soluble fiber, which can help lower cholesterol levels and regulate blood sugar levels. Flaxseeds are a good source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, … Read more
We all have heard that Omega-3s are essential to our health and important to get in our daily diet. However, most people are under the assumption that in under to get Omega-3 fatty acids, you have to eat fish or maybe some other animal-based food. However, that’s not necessarily the case. While those types of … Read more
Swedish Fish have a texture that might make you question if they are truly vegan or not. As we explored in Are Sour Patch Vegan? there are ways now to make gummy candies without using gelatin or animal products. But some candies still use these. So in this post, we will explore Swedish Fish to … Read more
Are Skittles vegan or vegetarian friendly? Sometimes chewy candies especially carry a concern as far as what ingredients are used, and if they might not be considered vegan. In this post, we will see if Skittles are truly vegan or not. We will look at all flavors and varieties of Skittles. We will explore what … Read more
In this post, we will look at sugar to see if it is truly vegan or not. We will look at different types of sugar, including white sugar, cane sugar, and brown sugar. We will also look at why most sugar actually is vegan now (despite what you sometimes hear) and when sugar might not … Read more
Chia seed pudding is incredibly easy to make, especially when you use this very easy two-ingredient chia seed pudding recipe. This recipe is best for when you are looking for a chia seed pudding that has a minimal amount of calories or will be the simplest for you to make. Also, this might be the … Read more
I’ve been eating the same whole food plant-based and vegan breakfast almost every morning for years now. I think it’s extremely healthy, and it’s something that I came up with slowly over the years, adding things to it here and there, till I have what I have now. It’s an oatmeal-based breakfast bowl. It has … Read more
When I started my plant-based journey, I did it for my own health but discovered some of these other great benefits down the road. In this post, I will examine some benefits of the Plant-Based Diet, with six of the strongest benefits I have found. Here they are! Plant-Based Diet Improves Our Health The first … Read more
Gobstoppers are a hard and round sugary candy that was popular with British school children in the first half of the 1900s. The term “gob” is the British slang term for the mouth. They are also known as Everlasting Gobstoppers which came from the Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory story, in which the Gobstoppers … Read more
This is a video I made showing a list of plant-based foods that are highest in protein. These can all be good protein sources if you are plant-based, vegetarian, or vegan. As you can see, there are plenty of ways to get protein on a plant-based diet. Actually, a lack of protein is usually not … Read more
In previous posts, we looked at if Sour Patch Kids were vegan or not. There were actually some things discovered that might make them not vegan. This post will focus on Sour Punch Bites to determine if they are vegan or not as well as if Sour Punch Bites are vegetarian. See also Are Sour … Read more
It may be a little uncertain as to if Swedish Fish have gelatin in them or not. In a previous post, we looked at Do Sour Patch Kids Have Gelatin because they contain the consistency of food that might use gelatin. Gelatin is used as a gumming agent to make foods and candies gummy, much … Read more
The Garbage Plate has been a popular menu item in Rochester, NY. But wait, what if you are vegan and looking for a Vegan Garbage Plate recipe? Well, we’ve been plant-based and vegan for some time now. And I think I can help someone looking to make a Vegan Garbage Plate. In my case, I … Read more
In one of our last posts, we looked at if Sour Patch Kids are vegan. There were actually two different types of Sour Patch Kids, and so you had a vegan version and a non-vegan version. But many websites have missed this. This post will look specifically at, are Sour Patch Watermelon vegan? We will … Read more
In this post, we’ll explore and see if Sour Punch Straws are vegan. We’ll see what the general answer is, as well as what some areas of concern might be. Let’s look at the answer to this below! What is Sour Punch? Sour Punch is a type of sour candy line-up. It comes in five … Read more
Previously in Can Wax Paper Go in the Oven? Use this Oven Safe Method post, I wrote about how my wife put some Reynolds Cut Rite wax paper into the toaster oven to heat some banana bread. Unknowingly the wax paper started to catch fire and smoke. Thankfully, nothing bad happened and we were able to … Read more
After writing an article previously on the topic of Sour Patch Kids being Vegetarian or Vegan, we were walking downtown and happened to stumble into a candy store. I noticed the Sour Patch Kids on the shelf and had to take a look at the box and ingredients to see if these Sour Patch Kids … Read more
Here’s something I wasn’t aware of, not being big candy eaters. A lot of vegans ask, “Are Sour Patch Kids Vegan?”. And vegetarians might wonder the same, “Are sour patch kids vegetarian”? Naturally, I would assume that they are. I mean, they aren’t obvious animal products such as meat or dairy. Let’s have a closer … Read more
We were at the in-law’s two years back. My wife wanted to heat up some banana bread that had recently been made, so she unknowingly stuck it in the toaster oven on top of some wax paper. Little did we know at the time. We didn’t know if the wax paper was oven safe or … Read more
One of our friends recently moved into a new house and noticed that pecans were falling all over their yard this winter. They had a pecan tree that was producing tons of pecans and dropping them to be picked and eaten. So far, they have gathered over 5 pounds worth of pecans, ready to be … Read more
Here’s some great new proof of the power of a plant-based or vegan diet to promote weight loss as well as manage blood sugar levels. Researchers from Yale School of Medicine along with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine released this study after following 244 overweight men and women over 16 weeks. Half of the … Read more
