After a campaign by Animal Outlook, Lightlife drastically reduced the use of eggs in their line of vegetarian foods, by 166,000 eggs annually. The brand also introduced three exciting new vegan items. Now chickens, and all animals, have more news to celebrate: The company has announced all of its products will be 100% vegan by the end of this year. Marketing …
Need a little vegan inspiration? You’ll be in some amazing company if you choose plants for your plate. Not only are major health organizations like Kaiser Permanente and the American Dietetic Association lauding the benefits of eating plants — but tons of celebrities and influencers are living the vegan life. Compassionate celebrities are joining the fun for VegWeek 2017. See how Mya, …
On International Women’s Day, and as we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, we would like to honor the women who have forged the way before us and the many thousands of you who are actively creating change on behalf of animals today. You strengthen this movement with your steadfast determination and kindness. “The greatness of a community is most accurately …
If people say vegan eating means giving up all the things you love — sounds like they just haven’t tried it yet! It’s 2017, and there are plant-based substitutes for nearly every food imaginable. No need to abandon your favorite foods; you can make the easy switch to vegan versions! And while everyone knows about Gary (aka vegan cheese), meat substitutes, and non-dairy …
According to the new CEO of Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat producers in the world, “Plant-based protein is growing almost, at this point, a little faster than animal-based, so I think the migration may continue in that direction.” In a Fox Business article, “Tyson Foods CEO: The Future of Food Might Be Meatless,” Tyson’s Tom Hayes said: “If you take a …
Compassion Over Killing (COK) has sent a letter in support of State Bill S1559, legislation that would ban the painful and cruel force-feeding of birds in New York, home to two of the nation’s largest foie gras factory farms. COK writes, “New York is one of the only states in the US where this practice continues, and hidden-camera footage taken by …
It’s National Pig Day! Did you know that pigs have excellent long-term memories? That they can learn what a mirror image is? Read more about these remarkably intelligent and social animals and what they have to say. They’re even smarter than dogs, the beloved companion animals with whom so many of us share our homes! Still, sadly, more than 115 million …
Now that the snow and ice are on their way out, it’s the perfect time for a road trip! Grab a buddy, stock up on snacks, and fill up your ride (or charge it). And if you need some outing ideas, why not opt for a food-focused adventure? You can eat your way across America, digging into desserts at some seriously amazing spots. …
Moo-ve over milk: Dairy-free is the coolest thing happening in frozen treats right now: from vegan ice creams by Ben & Jerry’s and Breyer’s to frozen yogurts at TCBY and PinkBerry, and more! This plant-based popularity is even boosting sales in an otherwise melting market. VegNews reports that the ice cream industry has slumped in recent years, but the many innovative “free from” …