Do Figs Actually Contain the Bodies of Dead Wasps? Exploring the Validity of This Claim
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Girl Scout Cookies Have Six Vegan Offerings in 2025 — What To Know
If you're a plant-based eater with a sweet tooth, Girl Scout Cookie season might be your Olympics. Here's what to know about the six vegan flavors of 2025.
Starbucks Adds a Spicy Falafel Pocket — Here's Its Full Plant-Based Menu
Starbucks is upping its vegan food menu game by adding a spicy falafel pocket to its offerings. Here are the foods that are plant-based at the coffee chain.
FDA Bans Artificial Coloring Red No. 3 From Food — Here’s Which Foods Contain the Dye
Here's a list of some common foods that contain Red No. 3, which was banned in cosmetics in 1990 and in food as of 2025.
Is It Safe to Eat Ice Cream Made of Snow? Here’s What to Know
If you are outside enjoying a snow day with your family, you may be wondering if you can make ice cream made out of snow. Here's our insight.
Vegetarian Woman Sickened After Restaurant Replaces Her Black Bean Burger With Beef
A woman went viral on social media after sharing a video of herself biting into what was supposed to be a vegetarian burger only to discover beef.
The Best Organic Hotel Restaurants Any Foodie Will Love
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best organic hotel restaurants.
Viral Video Unpacks Common Misconceptions About Apples
Commercially purchased apples are typically covered in two coats of wax: a naturally occurring one and one added after harvesting to protect freshness.
Green Juice Might Help You Lose Weight and Boost Your Immune System — Details Here
Fans of green juice believe that the drink can help with everything from weight loss to improved immune responses.
Garlic and Honey May Be the Perfect Duo When It Comes to Battling Certain Illnesses
Both garlic and honey have properties that can help do everything from soothe an aching throat to giving your immune system a boost.
Iron-Fortified Cereals Have Been the Norm for Decades — Here’s Why
Iron fortified cereal became common in 1941 in an effort to help battle nutritional deficiencies like anemia.
This Ingredient in Ultra-Processed Food May Be Preventing Your Body From Fighting Cancer
A study reveals that seed oils used for cooking like grapeseed, canola, sunflower and corn could sustain and cause colon cancer due to their inflammatory properties.
5 Vegan Soup Recipes to Warm Your Soul
It is very easy to make vegan soup with easy swaps from traditional animal-based recipes. Check out these five recipes we love.
5 Vegan Gingerbread Cookie Ideas for Families to Try This Holiday Season
Vegan gingerbread cookies taste every bit as delicious as the original versions, but without the cruelty. Here are our favorite recipes.
Meatless Thanksgiving Main Dishes That Your Guests Will Seriously Love
Whether you're avoiding the turkey for Thanksgiving this year, or if you're catering to meatless guests, serve these vegan Thanksgiving main dishes.
Thanksgiving Instagram Captions to Show Off Your Vegan or Zero-Waste Turkey Day
Looking for an Instagram caption for your vegan or zero-waste Thanksgiving meal? We've rounded up some funny, thought-provoking, and clever ideas!
Need a Last Minute Bottle of Wine for Your Gathering? What to Know About Buying Alcohol on Thanksgiving
Although it's not technically illegal nationwide to purchase alcohol on Thanksgiving, some states close liquor stores on the holiday.
5 Vegan Breakfast Ideas to Make With Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
If you had yourself a wonderful, ethical Thanksgiving feast, check out these five amazing ideas to make use of your leftovers for a great breakfast.
Ground Beef Products Recalled Due to Potential Contamination
Beef recalls have been issued for specific brands and sizes of beef. Stay informed by regularly checking the FDA website for recalls.
Do the Little Blueberries on Pines Taste Good? Food Experts Weigh In
Are the little blueberries on pines purely ornamental or do they have culinary value? We explore this fascinating question.
What Does Vegemite Taste Like? Taste Testers Share Their Thoughts
The Australian yeast-based spread has been famously mentioned in popular culture for decades. But what does it taste like?
Here Are 5 Yummy Vegan Peanut Butter Sandwich Ideas for Kids
Whether you're making a snack or a meal, these 5 vegan peanut butter sandwich ideas will make the children in your life smile.
How to Celebrate World Vegan Month This November
Every Nov. 1, World Vegan Day kicks off World Vegan Month, and celebrates the vegan lifestyle.
The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Candy for a Sweet Halloween 2024
Many Halloween candies you know and love happen to be vegan.
Is the Latest “Proffee” Trend Actually Good for Your Health?
Protein coffee is trending, but experts say that increasing your protein intake through whole foods is better than adding protein powder to your diet.
FDA Reportedly Receiving Complaints About Mold in Lunchly — Details Here
Lunchly, the Lunchables alternative founded by MrBeast, Logan Paul, and KSI, is under fire after customers found moldy cheese in their products.
Here's Why Your Oats and Grits Should Be Glyphosate-Free — Plus, 7 Brands You Can Trust
There's a common herbicide called glyphosate hiding in a lot of popular oats and grits on the market, but these brands are free and clear.
This Gross Ingredient Means Most Marshmallows Aren't Vegan
If you maintain a vegan lifestyle, you know that not all marshmallows are ethical to consume. Let's explore what makes a vegan marshmallow unique.
Why Vegans Choose Not to Eat Eggs
Individuals adhering to a vegan diet choose not to consume eggs for many reasons, including the exploitation of egg-laying animals.
Understanding Why Orange and Toothpaste Tastes Notoriously Bad Together
The sodium laureth sulfate in toothpaste can make orange juice taste bitter if you drink it after brushing.
Level up Your Box Cake Mixes With These Vegan-Friendly Hacks
From plant-based eggs to using applesauce, these three cake mix hacks will make your boxed baked goods taste better than ever.
Are Oreo Cookies Vegan? What You Need to Know About the Sweet Treat
Oreo cookies are free of animal byproducts, but some vegans will not eat them because of the sugar refinement process.
7 Eco-Friendly Lunchboxes That Are Leak-Proof, Plastic-Free, and Start at Just $26
Give to-go meals a makeover with these sustainable lunch boxes made of stainless steel, bamboo, BPA-free plastic, and FSC-certified washable paper.
5 Signs Your Avocado Has Gone Bad
You can tell your avocado has past its prime a few ways, including by squeezing it and checking the spot where the stem was.
Spread the Word: These Are the 6 Best Organic, Natural Peanut Butters
These salted and unsalted natural peanut butters are big on flavor without unhealthy ingredients. Most are USDA-certified organic and plastic-free, too.
Behold the Best Organic Bedding: 5 Luxurious Linen and Cotton Sheet Sets
These sublime sheet sets are all GOTS-certified organic, biodegradable, and free of toxic chemicals so you can sleep soundly at night.
Looking for All-Natural Toothpaste? These 5 Vegan Brands Are as Close as It Gets
These popular plant-based, flouride-free natural toothpastes fight plaque, promote healthy gums, and taste great. Some are even zero waste.
Craving the World's Tastiest Coffee? These 7 Organic Blends Will Have You Hooked
These specialty coffees with complex flavor profiles are made of organically grown, ethically sourced beans. Find your new favorite blend.
This Fabric-Like Technology Could Revolutionize Microplastic Filtration
Researchers are working to develop a water filter that can be attached to a faucet for the purpose of removing microplastics.
The 10 Best Organic Cereal Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best organic cereal brands.
The 10 Best Sustainable and Ethical Chocolate Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable and ethical chocolate brands.
The 10 Best Organic Drink Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best organic drink brands.
The 10 Best Sustainable Meal Subscription Services
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable meal kits with vegan options.
The 10 Best Sustainable Vegan Restaurants Across the U.S.
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable vegan restaurants across the U.S.
Can Mixing Chia Seeds and Coconut Oil Get You Out of Your Midday Slump?
Mixing chia seeds and coconut oil can create a variety of recipes, but some claim the mix also offers a caffeine-free energy boost.
How to Tell If Leftover Pizza or Dough Is Safe to Eat
If you are lucky enough to have leftover pizza in your fridge, here are the signs to look for to make sure your pizza is still fresh and safe to eat.
Nisha Vora's Debut Cookbook 'Big Vegan Flavor' Shows How Luscious Plant-Based Food Can Be (Exclusive)
In an interview with Green Matters, vegan blogger Nisha Vora discussed her new cookbook, Big Vegan Flavor, as well as the "fundamental principles" of plant-based cooking.
UTIs Are on the Rise — and Meat May Be to Blame
Antibiotic resistant urinary tract infections are on the rise due to overuse of antibiotics in livestock.
March Napness Champion Bears Eat a Fruity Prize Developed by Vegan Chef Priyanka Naik (Exclusive)
What do brown bears eat? The 2024 March Napness champion bears were treated to a meal developed and prepared by vegan celebrity chef Priyanka Naik.
Why Not All Wine Is Vegan
Some wines come into contact with dairy, honey, and other animal byproducts during processing, which prevents them from being labeled as vegan.