From weightlifting to basketball and long-distance running, more and more athletes are proving that a vegan diet fuels success. Here is a list of ten vegan athletes who’ve made significant strides on and off the playing field. 1. Scott Jurek First on the list is Scott Jurek. Scott is an ultrarunner and credits his vegan diet for his endurance, recovery, …
As if the suffering of animals isn’t enough to sway Americans towards eating a plant-based diet, there are many other reasons why shifting to veganism is urgent. Since the start of COVID-19, there has been an increased focus on why factory farming should end. As vegans, the ethical reasoning for not eating animal products is abundantly clear— to prevent the …
Picture this: You’re an American in the year 1910. Half of the population works on rural farms, including you. You farm a small number of different farmed animal varieties, all who live on the acres of grass that surrounds your home. You watch the cows swish their tails as they graze, the pigs roll gleefully in mud, and the chickens …
With the weather heating up now summer has arrived, several products are essential to have for the warmer months. Sandals, sunscreen, bug spray, ice cream – the list goes on and on. Many of these products are tested on animals or contain ingredients derived from animals. While enjoying your summer barbeques, trips to the beach, and everything in between, please …
Whether vegan for the animals, the environment, or your health, reducing meat and dairy consumption has a myriad of health benefits. Studies show that a plant-based diet can be the healthiest approach to eating, with wide-ranging effects that extend to almost every aspect of our health. Here’s five ways plant-based eating positively impacts our bodies: #1 Reduced risk of cancer …
I haven’t eaten meat in 27 years. I’ve distilled down the reasons I can never shake: Three things you need to know about each animal ag industry: A cheat sheet This month marks my 27 year anniversary of not eating meat. A lot has happened in that time. Amid the constant messages vying for our attention and the responsibilities of …
There’s something about Memorial Day weekend that just spells SUMMER. And for me, summertime has always been about spending as much time as possible poolside, lingering with family and friends into the cool evening hours — which means lots of opportunities for grilling outdoors. In contrast to Texan barbecues I later encountered during my days in Houston and Austin, the …
With Covid restrictions loosening up, a lot of us are traveling again after nearly two years on hiatus. So, maybe our gadabout practices — from packing to planning — are a little rusty. And, whether new to the vegan scene (our most recent VegWeek first-time pledgers!) or a seasoned vegan, perhaps we’re feeling a little stressed at the thought of …
VegWeek, happening this year from April 18 – 24, is a great opportunity to celebrate Earth Week and to explore the powerful benefits of eating vegan. By participating in VegWeek you’ll not only be helping the awesome animals we share our planet with., but you’ll be benefiting your body and the environment. Will you join us? Here are five reasons …