Are you a veggie hipster like me? Were you also a vegetarian before it was “cool”? Ok give me a second to defend myself against the ones that might be thinking, “wow, this girl is full of it thinking she’s…
Vegetarian bodybuilding: 5 things to consider before getting started
I remember going to the gym on my first year of university. The basement (because that is what it was) hidden in a small building at the edge of campus had a narrow set of stairs that would take you…
Cruelty-free shoes: should you be buying them?
It is awkward to admit that as I write this I feel the glare of a hundred vegan eyes judging me through the computer screen. The truth is, I am a vegetarian that owns a leather pair of shoes and…
Is it easier for vegetarians and vegans to lose weight?
It seems to me that people are trying to lose weight in more ways than ever. Whether it’s with strict dieting, subscription meal plans, surgery, or even checking out a sexy butt on instagram to stay motivated – there are…
The pros and cons of becoming a vegetarian
If you are thinking about becoming a vegetarian or have recently switched to this lifestyle, there is a lot for you to know. If it’s a difficult transition then you’ll probably wonder why you started in the first place. Lo…
Can you stay vegetarian during pregnancy?
I have this theory that I am a vegetarian that hates the taste of meat because of what my mother ate during her pregnancy with me. Instead of chugging down orange crush like she did while pregnant with my sister,…
B12: How to get it vegetarian style
Are you a vegan or vegetarian? Maybe you’re feeling sluggish and tired… or even a little off balance? Perhaps you are missing something in your life, and that something could be B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient for everyone,…
Five ways for vegetarians to get protein…that are not tofu
I am one of those vegetarians that is kinda grossed out by meat substitutes. I mean, I will eat the occasional dish with tofu or tempeh but it’s not my “go to” way to obtain the protein I need. Maybe…
Vegetarianism: how to get started
Becoming a vegetarian is not only a great thing to do for the planet but if done properly, it can have an excellent impact on your health and wellness. You may already be considering making the switch but you just…
7 vegetarian snacks that are perfect for road tripping
Are you going on a road trip soon? Well, we all know that one of the most important things to prepare is your playlist but you also need sustenance. Pack snacks… lots of snacks! If you’re a vegetarian (or health…
Vegetarian Cat and Dog Food: Pros and Cons
Is it safe to say we are applying our own beliefs to our pets when we decide that they should no longer eat anything that came from other animals? Yes, it probably is. But the real question is, is your…
Helpful tips for traveling internationally as a vegetarian
BY: TIM O’NEAL Being a vegetarian is sometimes difficult. Cities in North America are catching up to demand for healthy options, but in many parts of the world it can be a real challenge to find meals without meat. While…
Finally this city has opened Canada’s first vegan fast food restaurant
Healthy eating is becoming more and more of a commodity in these troubling times. Variety and abundance of food is awash in our Western culture, but that doesn’t mean that everyone’s dietary needs are being fully met. Eating meat is…
Why you should become a “Flexitarian”
“Green Monday strives to be the Swiss army knife of green movements and solutions.”- David Yeung Vegans, rejoice, you’ve been doing it right! According to a new initiative called “Green Monday” the impact of not eating meat for even just a single day each week could…
Thanks for being a vegetarian: you’re literally helping end climate change
BY: ALEX BROWN In 2014, filmmakers Kip Andersen and Keegan Kuhn released Cowspiracy, a controversial documentary exploring one of the leading causes of greenhouse gas emissions: animal agriculture. The narrative drove home a widespread apprehension to confront the issue. Many…
Watch how eating meat is destroying our planet (video)
BY: JESSICA BEUKER A couple years ago, if you asked me what my favoruite foods are, I would, without hesitation, rattle off a list that begins with steak, bacon and pepperoni pizza. I was always a big meat eater, which…
I didn’t become a vegetarian for the animals— I did it to save my children
BY: TYLER FYFE Though 9.1 billion land animals are killed yearly in the United States after being segregated from their families and incarcerated in warehouses like mass graves, this is not the reason that I chose to become a vegetarian.…
Why masculinity should be reframed to protect the planet, not dominate it
BY: JESSICA BEUKER Gender affects our lives in a variety of ways, including climate change—and more notably, who is contributing to it. Men overall tend to have higher carbon emissions than women. This is likely because they eat more meat…
Becoming a vegetarian is the easiest way to save the planet
BY: SYDNEY MCINNIS Forty years ago vegetarianism wasn’t accepted. People didn’t have the means to get cognizant about what they were consuming before they consumed it. Twenty years ago it was difficult for vegetarians to grocery shop. Ten years ago,…
A groundbreaking food company just raised $200 million for this epic plant-based cheeseburger
BY: TYLER FYFE One of the hardest parts of being vegetarian is that the menus of most major city restaurants are designed against you. To add insult to injury, dinnertime with meat-lovers inevitably turns into debate club. So ex-Stanford biochemistry…