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This article explores how vegan documentaries on Netflix, such as "Cowspiracy," "Forks Over Knives," and "Dominion," have influenced people's views on animal agriculture and increased interest in plant-based diets.
Discover the benefits of a whole vegan diet in providing a balance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Learn about plant-based sources of essential fatty acids, and how they can promote overall health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Plant-based diets are becoming more popular as people become conscious about their health. Here are some of the most common changes experienced by those who adopt a vegan diet.
L-Glutamine is an amino acid found in many high-protein foods, crucial to immune function, muscle recovery, and gut health. Let's explore the benefits of L-Glutamine and how it can contribute to a healthy whole food plant-based vegan diet.
This article explores the sources of Omega-3 fatty acids for vegans and provides tips on how to balance Omega-3 and Omega-6. The article also highlights the importance of Omega-3 in our diets and its potential health benefits. Sources from reputable organizations and scientific studies are referenced to provide credible information.
Discover what the nine essential amino acids are, why you need them, and the best ways to source them on a whole-food, plant-based diet.
Save money and eat healthy with these tips for going vegan on a budget, including shopping, cooking, and joining a community.
Summer is a great time to enjoy fresh, flavourful, and healthy meals made from whole food ingredients. Enjoy these delicious plant-based recipes for the summer.
This article explores why vegans don't eat honey, the ethical and environmental concerns surrounding honey production, and alternatives to honey.
Explore the 15 most interesting benefits of a whole food plant-based diet, from better heart health to reduced inflammation and improved fertility.
Is Sir David Attenborough vegan? The renowned wildlife documentary narrator promotes avoiding meat to reduce our impact on the Earth's climate.
How easy is it to get essential amino acids on a plant-based diet and what vegan foods are good sources of protein? Here are the 25 best sources of vegan protein.
Sugar causes inflammation, liver disease, body fat gains, and blood glucose instability, to name a few. Is this the same for the sugar in whole foods like fruits and vegetables?
Cravings can be a real problem, and many people struggle to change their lifestyle due to those powerful desires for unhelpful foods. What if gut bacteria could influence our cravings and keep us latched to specific foods they want?
Should we cut out alcohol, or is it enough to just limit its presence in our diet? If we know it causes harm to the gut and internal systems, how much is safe?
We don't hunt, we shop. We don't move, we order. Is meat unhealthy, or are we doing it all wrong? One thing is for sure, our ancestors relied on plants.
Discover how a plant-based diet benefits the environment, the advantages of a vegan diet for athletes, and the purported health benefits of veganism.
BBC Panorama documentary A Cow's Life: the True Cost of Milk exposes animal abuse in UK dairy farms, growing a national trend to boycott cattle products.
Netflix doc The Game Changers dispels myths that meat makes you strong with an evidence based investigative look into the role of nutrition within sports performance.
Is salt bad for you, and is Himalayan pink or iodized salt good for you? Let's explore how much sodium we need and why with 7 FAQs.
Something addictive about cheese has a hold on many of us, making it very difficult for some to make the vegan switch. Why is cheese so addictive to those that eat it?
Let's explore foods that help you sleep naturally through the night and various tips on how to achieve a healthy sleep-wake cycle, and potentially cope better with anxiety, without pills.
A balanced, whole food plant-based diet seeks to entirely exclude all processed food and is arguably one of the best diets for supporting healthy weight loss.
From why we need it, how plant-based and whole-food diets can help us to lower 'bad' LDL cholesterol to the roles of various food sources such as oats and soy.
What vitamins do vegans need to supplement? From Vitamin B12 to Vitamin D, sustainable Omega-3 to Iron discover the supplements vegans require and precisely why these micronutrients are vital for sound nutrition.
Is extra virgin olive oil good for your health? The headlines tell you both, but should we be including it - or for that matter any cooking oils - in our diet?
Around 100 trillion bacteria make up your gut microbiome. Evidence suggests they're far from the cause of all disease and instead may be one of the strongest internal defences.
What is veganism, when was it invented and by who, what is the history of veganism and what can vegans eat?
This perfectly autumnal sweet potato and carrot soup is so easy to throw together last-minute and get its name because this recipe packs a tonne of vitamins A and C, along with the fibre needed for your gut!
This oil-free tofu egg mayo alternative provides more protein per serving than traditional eggs and makes an excellent topping for a vegan wholemeal egg sandwich.
Delicious and warming beetroot, carrot and ginger soup boasting high vitamin A & C and fibre content. Low in calories, vegan & Whole Food Plant-Based.
Fiery vegan chilli - perfect for the slow cooker or ready in just 25 minutes! Bean and veggie chilli made easy. I'm using kidney beans and black beans, but you can use any beans you like!
Indulgent overnight oats with peanut butter and some mixed berries (strawberry, raspberry, or blueberry) are ALWAYS a win! A regular breakfast in our house as they offer a different combination every time.
Chickpea-based tuna alternative - fish and mercury-free, loaded with iron that tastes amazing in a vegan tuna salad! Protein, iron, and fibre-rich.
A traditional, vegan-friendly, chickpea-based delicacy with a kick of spice and seriously nutritious profile. High in iron, fibre, protein and vitamins A and C for very few calories and little fat content.
An anti-inflammatory powerhouse loaded with fibre, flavour and antioxidants. The grated beetroot adds a surprisingly meaty texture to the Bolognese.
Delicious tofu scramble recipe with turmeric, black pepper and kala namak for a great addition to any plant-based breakfast and is cholesterol-free.
Vegan paella with smoked tofu and chestnut mushrooms. This vegan Spanish paella recipe is budget-friendly, healthier and delicious packed with fibre, vitamin C, iron, calcium and protein.
Indulgent raw vegan orange and carrot cake with walnuts, coconut flour and dates - cholesterol-free, no eggs, no added sugar, and no baking!
Indulgent cacao steel cut overnight oats oozing with peanut butter topped with banana and flaxseeds. Protein, fibre and iron-rich vegan breakfast.
Try this indulgent creamy peanut butter, chickpea, spinach and tomato curry with chunky sweet potato and traditional Indian spices.
This delicious vegan jambalaya loaded with veggies, fibre, protein and - most importantly - flavour makes an excellent dish for getting more plants into your diet.
