CVS Stores Spotlight Healthier Vegan Foods

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CVS knows that people want plants, and in an effort to spotlight healthier foods, the convenience store has made it even finding vegan options even more convenient. The chain added a whole host of new options to store shelves for healthier grab-and-go snack choices. As part of a series of upgrades, the popular chain is offering plant-based eats, including many under its …

Kip Andersen on ‘What the Health:’ It’s ‘So Liberating to Free Yourself from this Horrific Industry’

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In 2014, Cowspiracy showed the world how animal agriculture is destroying the planet. Now, What the Health is here to reveal how the very same industry is sabotaging human health and killing millions of Americans every year. The powerful new documentary (now available on Netflix!) follows filmmaker Kip Andersen as he seeks the truth about the consequences of eating animal products — and …

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QSR: How to Improve Your Restaurant? “Invite Vegans”

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Vegan options are in demand, and restaurants and fast-food chains are taking note! For example: White Castle just served up a second vegan slider, and the world’s first 24-hour vegan drive-thru is coming right up. In fact, plant-based was named one of 2017’s top global food trends — and even the CEO of Tyson Foods has said plant-based demand is outpacing meat. …

Netflix Documentaries to Add to Your Watch List

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Have some time? Netflix awaits. And if you’re looking to get a little education along with your binge watching, there are a ton of quality, available-for-streaming-now documentaries about plant-based eating or about animals. To get you in an advocacy state of mind, we’ve picked a few of our favorites flicks for your next night in. Here are seven Netflix documentaries …

8 Vegan Chocolates That’ll Make Your Life Complete

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Who doesn’t have a sweet tooth for chocolate? And going vegan doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite treat; there are plenty of dairy-free options to satisfy your chocolate craving! Next time you need a delicious dessert, here are eight of our favorites: Whaddayalove Chocolates Unicorn Sparkle Bar This uber-sparkly treat is the newest creation from Whaddyalove Chocolates. …

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Here’s Why You Have the Power to Protect the Environment

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Today is World Environment Day, and planet Earth is facing plenty of threats, with more challenges undoubtedly ahead. The good news is you don’t need to be a politician or a cape-wearing superhero to enact change. Each one of us has the power to help protect the planet we all call home. That’s why Animal Outlook launched the Plant-Powered Planet Protectors (P4), …

Your Grilling Guide to a Meat-Free Memorial Day

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Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and this holiday brings the start of summer — and cookout season! If you’re wondering what meatless dish to cook up for your guests or what to bring to a friend’s backyard bash, we have your guide packed with mouthwatering vegan options that will keep all eaters alike coming back to the grill for seconds. Veggie Burgers: Meatless burgers …

6 Vegan Recipes to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

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This Friday is Cinco de Mayo! Get ready for margaritas and all the salsa and chips! The annual occasion usually calls for indulging in some seriously delicious Mexican food, and the good news is it’s easier than ever to celebrate in an animal-friendly fashion. Guacamole, after all, is vegan. WIN. So, to prepare you for Friday’s holiday, here are six ways …

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Methane Molly & Plant-Powered Planet Protectors Join Climate March

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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: …