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If you can’t or don’t want to use milk-based proteins to mix up a post-workout shake, there’s still a world of options out there for you to try. All kinds of different protein sources are used to create vegan powders, with soy, pea, hemp and rice being the most common. Often these protein sources are […]
No surprise, with so many foods verboten: Some of your tried-and-true meal ideas won't fly. For some vegan newbies, that's a delight. “I like the challenge of thinking of how to make a meal. I’ve discovered new ingredients and don’t feel restricted,” says Abramian. “Personally, I think it’s exciting to try new foods,” agrees Rizzo. […]
There are many different varieties of beans—black, white, pinto, heirloom, etc.—but one thing they all have in common is their high amounts of protein. Two cups of kidney beans, for example, contain about 26 grams (more than 3 cups of cow's milk, which contains 24 grams). And you don't have to make beans from scratch […]
In Queens, where I’ve lived for my whole life, I can find a bodega (a corner store) filled with fast and highly processed food more quickly and easily than I can find fresh produce around my neighborhood in Jackson Heights, a predominantly Latinx part of Queens. Why? Because food deserts—what the CDC describes as “areas […]
Day one of Veganuary is full of grand aspirations about the many interesting plant-based meals you are going to make over the course of the month ahead. By day four, however, when you’re chowing down on yet another plate of chips, you might concede that some help is needed when it comes to mapping out […]
Forget the presents and your favourite soap’s Christmas cliffhanger – the best part of Christmas is sitting down to a spread with family and friends. Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, friendsmas, New Year’s Day and of course the big day itself are all likely to feature heaving tables of grub. And if you’re looking for something […]
Vegan Garlicky-Pepper Tofu Bites with Chili Dipping Sauce That Was Vegan, Barbara Musick Spicy vegan appetizers from That Was Vegan uses on-hand pantry items like soy sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and lemon juice. Onion Rings with Thai Dipping Sauce Olives for Dinner Golden brown onions from the blog Olives for Dinner get […]
As a registered dietitian and experienced meal prepper I eat a lot of vegetables already, but I wanted to see what going vegan—basically adding even more plant-based foods to my diet, while also removing any animal products (meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy)—would be like and what it would do for me. For one week, I […]
With a sausage-stuffed bird at the center of the table, Thanksgiving dinner is like the Super Bowl of meat-eating holidays. Thankfully, that doesn’t mean vegetarians and vegans are limited to side dishes. To replace the star of the feast, there’s tofurkey, a meat-free option that ends up on many turkey day menus. But what exactly is in this weirdly […]
Healthy Eating Perri O. BlumbergNov 14 Whether you’re giving up animal products for the sake of your health, animal rights, climate change, or any other reason, going vegan will take a bit of planning. We asked the experts how to make the transition easy. Go at your own pace Hafiez Razali/Shutterstock Victoria Moran, author of […]
Thanksgiving is a tricky time to be a vegan. It’s easy to avoid the big roasted bird, sure, but side dishes can be problematic; even veggie options are often made with dairy or eggs. Plus, you risk someone at the table hitting you up with annoying questions about veganism or getting miffed when you turn down the sausage stuffing they […]
Have you noticed the oversized, green, sea urchin-like fruit in your supermarket’s produce section? It’s called jackfruit, and it happens to be a dead ringer for meat. The buzzy vegan substitute is popping up in recipes for pulled “pork” sandwiches, tacos, chili, even sushi bowls. The tropical native has actually been used for centuries in Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and […]
It started with Derrick Morgan. The Tennessee Titans linebacker went vegan and discovered he had more energy and bounced back quicker from the pounding American football players take. Then his Cordon Bleu-trained wife Charity took the plant-based plunge and began preparing vegan lunches for him to eat while he was at the Titans training facility. […]
A nutritious breakfast really does give you the energy and focus you need to start your day. But if you’ve gone vegan, it can be daunting to come up with morning meal ideas that provide enough protein and other crucial fuel sources. Luckily, our favorite food bloggers are here with their most mouth-watering options for people committed to a breakfast free of animal […]
Food Emily DiNuzzoAug 23 Add these items to your list stat. Nutiva Chia Seeds Via costco.com Chia seeds have some impressive health benefits. There are 11 grams of fiber in one ounce of the tiny seeds, so you only need a little to pack a nutritious punch. Plus, chia seeds expand multiple times their size […]