This month the International Food Information Council Foundation (IFIC) published a survey on American dieting habits and the results made something clear: Americans want to get in control of their health, but have they been misled? Instead of opting for a plant-based diet, consumers are running away from carbohydrates in search of more protein. Diet regimens like Paleo, Keto and …
A new study, published in the journal of Feminism and Psychology, draws ties between attitudes about meat eating and gender and sexism. Researchers Ashley Allcorn and Shirley M. Ogletree surveyed hundreds of undergraduate students at a Texas university. They write that their findings “empirically supported ‘the linked oppression thesis,’ that gender and animal attitudes are connected.” “As hypothesized, pro meat-eating …
Today, Animal Outlook created quite a buzz at Starbucks’ annual shareholder meeting at the Seattle Center, speaking on behalf of the nearly 30,000 people asking the coffee chain for vegan foods nationwide and prompting the exciting news of a new plant-based line. We also launched mobile ads this week, targeting the meeting venue and 200,000 people in Seattle, where Starbucks …
On International Women’s Day and in honor of Women’s History Month, we are honoring all of the strong and compassionate women working to build a kinder world for animals and humans alike. Compassion Over Killing is one of few female-led farm animal protection organizations, and with women holding top leadership positions. Yet, we know that the vast majority of our …
BOCA has become a household name at the forefront of the meatless market. You can find it on store shelves and restaurants menus nationwide. Yet BOCA, owned by Kraft Heinz, lags behind other vegetarian brands that also meet the demand for dairy-free foods. The majority of BOCA’s burgers, bowl, and other products still contain unhealthy, cruelly-produced cow’s milk. As our …
With knives, blades, grinding machines and other hazardous equipment surrounding you — plus fast-paced, profit-driven line speeds — meat processing is an extremely dangerous job, according to a new report from the National Employment Law Project (NELP). As our undercover investigations have revealed time after time, Big Ag puts profit before the welfare of both humans and animals. Cheap meat …
The Plant-Powered Planet Protectors (or P4) took to the streets of Washington DC – along with more than 200,000 people from around the world — to participate in the People’s Climate March on Saturday, April 29. P4 marched hundreds of people strong with a colorful display of signs and even some costumes, though we were all united under one banner: …
Black bean slider is newest vegan menu item at White Castle Vegan is the hottest thing in fast food right now. Due to customer demand, Taco Bell and Chipotle have even created guides to choosing among their many vegan options. Craving a burger instead? White Castle just unveiled its new black bean slider, a second meatless option on the menu …
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, …