Vegan Features

19 October 2016

Five health benefits of cooking with pumpkins for vegans

With Halloween just around the corner, pumpkins are everywhere. Yet while the decorative use of pumpkins at this time of year is hugely popular, most people are unaware that pumpkins ...
19 October 2016

Naturally Stefanie’s top accidentally vegan food finds

When I started making "Accidentally Vegan Junk Food Videos" I had no idea they would be so popular. I mean, why would you want to sit and watch me eat ...
14 October 2016

Four vegan foods that have the same amount of protein as eggs

Today is World Egg Day and although eggs are a good source of protein- vegans don't eat them so they need to find other sources. Good4U- the award winning sprouts ...
14 October 2016

Top seven plant-based foods that all kids should know about

With research by Asda showing that 60% of children don't know how long it takes vegetables to grow and one in ten think that kale is a boy's name, Asda ...
13 October 2016

Over a third of people are reluctant to date a vegan

When you're looking for someone to spend the rest of your life with, ideally you want to meet a person who has things in common with you- such as a ...
13 October 2016

Which plant based milk is nutritionally best for you?

By Pola Pospieszalska- from www.fitnessangel.org There's a huge variety of brands and types of plant based milks and it can get a little bit overwhelming so let me make things a ...
13 October 2016

TripAdvisor stops selling cruel wildlife tourist attractions

Alyx Elliott, Head of Campaigns at World Animal Protection UK discusses the decision by TripAdvisor to stop selling cruel wildlife tourist attractions and the ones to avoid. It's a huge breakthrough ...
11 October 2016

Four vegan foods in the Japanese diet that could help you live longer!

It's widely known throughout the world that the Japanese live long and healthy lives, at least partly thanks to their healthy, plant based diet. Nutritionist Cassandra Barns reveals five foods ...
7 October 2016

Seaweed for healthier vegan living by Xa Milne

Author of THE SEAWEED COOKBOOK Michael Joseph, Penguin, £16.99 There are many compelling reasons to eat seaweed but if you are vegan, seaweed may just be the answer you were ...

7 October 2016

6 Times veggie Alesha Dixon fought for the animals

Vegetarian Alesha Dixon turns 37 today so we reflect on her efforts to help animals. - Dixon is the Vice President of the ...
6 October 2016

There's a new omega supplement that’s better than flaxseed and not from fish!

Omega 3 essential fatty acids are vital for bones, joints, heart heath, brain function and skin. They're considered 'essential' because they must be obtained through diet as our body can't ...
5 October 2016

10 Things veganism teaches you

It's important to take notice of what you put in your body- When you go vegan, you have to ensure you're getting all the nutrients you need from plant based ...
4 October 2016

10 Facts about Alicia Silverstone that prove she lives a kind life

Alicia Silverstone turns 40 today so we have found some facts about her that make her an excellent role model for both existing and aspiring vegans and vegetarians. - ...
4 October 2016

Let’s stop the extinction of humanity by ending the mass extinction of animals

As P.E.A. Award nominations announced, founder calls for a sea change in our habits "We're slowing killing our planet by our unhealthy habits", claims leading environmental commentator, committed vegan and ...

30 September 2016

Pea protein and the vegan diet

Protein can be found in every cell of the human body, so it's no surprise that this macro nutrient is vital for maintaining muscle and bone mass, for keeping the ...
30 September 2016

Can a vegan date a meat eater?

Can a vegan date a non-vegan? As someone who's a vegan and married to a meat eater, I would have to say 'yes!' It doesn't come without its challenges, but ...
29 September 2016

Six ways coconut is beneficial to a vegan diet

The coconut has taken the world by storm in recent years. This is in part, because the tropical fruit has number of dietary benefits, especially for those following a vegan ...
29 September 2016

Does plant based eating affect your dating prospects?

As we approach World Vegetarian Day on Saturday, Elite Singles looked into the vegetarians vs meat eaters when it comes to dating. Most surprisingly, if a veggie were to make ...
28 September 2016

The best hostels around the world for vegans

-  Located inside the old city of Chiang Mai, it is in a perfect location to explore the town, the markets and the temples. The hostel sleeps just 28 and ...
28 September 2016

9 small changes you can make to your everyday routine to help our planet

The ability to drive positive change really is in our hands. Small everyday choices we make can help protect and enrich this beautiful, crazy world we live in. Whether it's ...
28 September 2016

A letter from a vegan to a non-vegan

Dear Non-Vegan, I will first tell you a little bit about me. I used to eat meat in abundance; I even followed the low carb diet and existed mostly on ...
27 September 2016

Is hormone-free milk healthier for cows and humans?

As it's National Chocolate Milk Day, it seemed appropriate to address some of the notions that milk production can be made healthier and kinder for the cow. Some people think ...
27 September 2016

Nine reasons to skip milk

Today is National Chocolate Milk Day so instead of choosing cow's milk why not opt for a carton from the plant-based variety of milk alternatives out there? If you're not ...
27 September 2016

'We need cow's milk for calcium' and other myths about milk

There are many myths floating around concerning milk. The most common are things like 'we need cow's milk for calcium', 'I have lactose intolerance disorder' and 'by taking the milk ...