More Must-Watch Documentaries
January 10, 2017
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So many amazing documentaries are coming out all the time about vegan diets, animal welfare, and the environment. In my previous post about documentaries Must-Watch Documentaries, I listed some of the absolute must-see films about these topics.

But there are many more documentaries that I consider to be essential viewing. So if you’ve watched Forks Over Knives, Eating, Earthlings, Blackfish, Cowspiracy, etc. definitely move on to these ones.

These documentaries aren’t necessarily fun to …

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Chia Seed Pudding
January 2, 2017
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This fresh, filling, and delicious chia seed pudding is unlike most breakfast recipes in that you prepare it the night before, and it only takes 5 minutes to make. It’s also rich in beneficial nutrients. Coconut milk is high in medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), fatty acids which counterintuitively boost our metabolism. It also has a very creamy texture. Chia seeds – often touted as superfoods – are packed with fiber, protein, and omega-3’s, in addition to …

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Not Your Mom, Not Your Milk
December 14, 2016
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Have you ever paused to consider the fact that not only are we humans the only species to consume milk into adulthood, but that we’re the only species to ingest the milk of another species? Most people haven’t, and indeed I myself never contemplated the absurdity of this fact until after I became vegan.

The dairy industry doesn’t want you to think about how completely unnatural it is for humans to drink the milk of …

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Chickpea Flour Omelet with Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella
November 29, 2016
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Chickpea flour omelets are one of my very favorite breakfast recipes.They’re super-easy to make; high in protein, fiber, and iron; and delicious when combined with the right ingredients.

This particular chickpea flour concoction is inspired by an omelet I loved at a diner my mom and I used to go to all the time when I was younger. The diner’s still there but I don’t go anymore, because they don’t have much veg-friendly fare. Luckily, …

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A Vegan’s Take on the Shallows
October 18, 2016
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I’m a sucker for survival stories. There’s something about people being stranded in the wilderness or ocean, armed with nothing other than their own ingenuity and grit that I find very compelling. Maybe it’s because these sort of situations are so different from our own everyday banal lives. It was probably with this in mind that I watched The Shallows one evening. The morning after, I found myself jotting down impressions from the film as …

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The Best Vegan Avocado Toast
July 6, 2016
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Loaded with healthy fats and fiber, avocado toast may just be the best and easiest breakfast ever. This version – drizzled with lemon juice and coconut oil, and topped with sea salt, hemp seeds, and crushed red pepper – is the one I always make, and it’s absolutely delicious. It’s rich in energizing and nourishing healthy fats, but not overly filling, making it the perfect light meal to have before you head out the door …

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Natural Cleaning Products
May 10, 2016
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Perhaps this may sound strange, but I love cleaning. There’s something about it that’s just very therapeutic and calming to me. It’s often said that our physical surroundings are a reflection of our inner state of mind, and I know that when I’ve properly cleaned and organized my bedroom, kitchen, living room, bathroom, etc., I always feel more mentally alert and on top of things.

Part of the reason that I enjoy cleaning so much …

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Sautéed Kale with Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, and Sea Salt
February 26, 2016
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Do you ever feel like you just want something easy but healthy, while also tasty and comforting for dinner? I’ll often make this recipe for sautéed kale along with some potato rounds for a light dinner if I’ve had a heavy lunch or am too tired to make anything that requires forethought or energy – and it always winds up being just what I needed.

People are often surprised how delicious a big plate of …

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How to Veganize Your Fridge
February 19, 2016
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One of the easiest ways to transition to a vegan diet is to simply replace the dairy products you have in your fridge with plant-based substitutes!

That said, not all vegan dairy and meat substitutes are made equal, which is why I’m sharing my guide to finding the best ones for your fridge.

I’ll also be talking about some of the ingredients to avoid, namely carrageenan, as well as my thoughts on processed foods – …

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Vegan in the White Mountains!
February 13, 2016
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This winter, I’ve made two trips the White Mountains in New Hampshire and thought I’d share my experiences traveling and doing outdoor activities there as a vegan!

The White Mountains, which include Mount Washington and the Presidential Range, are towards the northern end of the Appalachian trail and include some of the most rugged peaks on the East Coast. The area is beautiful, and even though I lived in central Maine during the years I …

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