Do YOU Get Enough Protein?
Where Do You Get Your Protein? As vegans we've heard this question so many times it’s become a running joke—it’s even a T-shirt. I’ve lost count of how often I’ve been asked. My old response was, “Plants,” followed by a…
How To Keep Your Food Fresher, for Longer
When you’re living a vegan lifestyle, it's important to keep your food fresh for as long as possible. We've got some practical tips to help you do just that! It happens to us all: we’ve loaded the fridge and the…
Vegan Sources of Omegas (and their importance)
Omega fatty acids are important for everyone and support brain, heart, skin, hair, and digestive tract health, as well as reducing the risk of some types of cancer. Okay - omegas are extremely important, but they are a lot to…
Basic Nutrition Tips for Vegans
You might decide to transition to a vegan diet for countless reasons, from a passion for animal rights to a desire to adhere to religious teachings. No matter what motivates you to eat a vegan diet, being healthy and vigorous…
REST – An Effective CBD Sleep Aid
Getting great sleep is a vital part of wellness. That’s where REST comes in. First things first: this post is a review of our experiences with this product and is our opinion, not medical advice. As with anything concerning your…
DIY Soy-Free Raw Nut Milk in 10 Minutes
This Soy-free Raw Nut Milk recipe is a fast, easy and affordable way to make plant based milk. It requires no soaking, filtering or straining and can be made in a blender in less than 10 minutes. We have been…
I Forgot About Horseradish
Horseradish's pungent smell, and snappy flavor, has more than earned it's place in your vegan fridge. But, wait, there's more to it! Recently I Rediscovered Horseradish. I had stopped by a friend’s house for a visit and she was putting…
5 Reasons You Should Eat More Carrots: the Benefits of Carrots
Move aside kale, here come carrots! Personally, I don’t think carrots get enough credit. So, this post is all about the benefits of carrots! All the green foods steal the show, but when adding color and variety to your diet,…
Antioxidant Blueberry Smoothie
Smoothies are all the rage, of course. You can find them (at a premium price) at all sorts of places, now. But smoothies are easy to make on your own, and you can make them exactly how you want. Georgia…
Chickpea Sweet Potato Stew
This vegan chickpea sweet potato stew is a quick, low fat and nutrient dense meal that is a great go-to meal during the colder months. Here in New England, the colder months coincide with the big holidays. From Halloween through…