Miss the taste of caprese but don’t want the expense of mozzarella? Look no further than these tofu caprese toasts! With a quick swap for sliced, extra firm tofu and kosher salt, this combination will satisfy your craving for the classic recipe. I find it difficult to stop at just one! Tofu Caprese Toast Voila!…
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Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Now, now, before you run off screaming about one of the most hated vegetables on the planet, trust me: this recipe will help you enjoy them! Much of why these nutrient-packed gems are despised is due to their highly bitter flavor, especially when served raw. However, with a little oil, salt, pepper, and heat, these…
How to Read a Nutrition Label
Nutrition labels… am I right? Some of the most helpful yet confusing text that is the bane of anyone working towards improving their health. Serving sizes, calories, fats, and vitamins are enough to make your head spin! Well, fear no more! I am here to help you better understand the “language of the label” so…
Vegan Whole Wheat Bread
Vegan whole wheat bread you can make at home? Sign me up! The following recipe was adapted from one I found on the King Arthur Flour website. While it does take a long time (about 3 hours), it is absolutely worth it. It tastes much better than store-bought and contains no additional preservative ingredients. All…
Academic Journey
Many of you can agree that the current state of the world is giving us a lot of time to think. It has also forced many of us to re-evaluate our current and future goals, particularly when it comes to education or career advancement. I, for one, am in such a place. I started my…
Vegan Supplements
Vitamin supplementation is a hotly debated aspect of nutrition. Since most of these products are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), it can be quite daunting to pick the “right” one. This is especially so when you are vegan. It may surprise the average person that a balanced vegan diet is much…
How Fiber Lowers Cholesterol
We have been told multiple times over that a diet high in fiber helps improve the health of your heart. But why? I was curious of the exact science behind this statement and the biological reason is quite fascinating. Fiber, at it’s core, is “filler”. It fills up the bowel and helps propel digestion forward….
Review – Monty’s Good Burger
If you want some amazing, 100% plant-based vegan fast food, look no further than Monty’s Good Burger! Located in southern California, Monty’s has four (4) locations sure to satisfy your burger cravings. Adopting a similar menu style to that of In-N-Out, Monty’s brings the decadent comfort of burgers with melted cheese and a monster side…
Vegan Starter Guide – The Basics
So… you’ve decided to adopt a vegan lifestyle. Fantastic! But now what? The realization of just how many animal products the average person consumes is enough to turn your stomach. The challenge before you is the same that many of us have faced: what CAN I eat now? The good news: it’s easier than you…
BBQ Chickpea Salad
Need some Monday Motivation? Try making this salad for lunch today! Chickpeas are the star of the show, baked and seasoned with a smoky and spicy BBQ flavor. This is a definite must-have during the heat of summer, but do we really need an excuse for a refreshing salad? Let’s make it! BBQ Chickpea Salad…
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