Food

Should you be eating portobello mushrooms? Some research suggests the mushrooms contain potentially carcinogenic compounds.

Just because it’s made from nuts doesn’t mean it’s always vegan. Some peanut butter brands add dairy or non-certified vegan sugar to the mix. We explain.

A viral video has many people wondering what fruit looked like 100 years ago, before genetic modifications made them more appealing.

Wondering if rice is vegan? Fear not. Rice is as plant-based as they come. Plus, we’ve got a bunch of recipes to jazz it up.

The benefits of chai are extensive. From boosting digestion to enhancing focus, this ancient tea is packed with antioxidant goodness.

Cutting an avocado open with a knife could lead to an unexpected hospital visit. This chef's hack for opening an avocado without a knife can help you avoid "avocado hand" injuries.

Forget about the main course. These easy-to-make vegan side dishes will steal the show with their mouthwatering flavors and crowd-pleasing appeal.

Share these vegan jokes at your next plant-based dinner party, the office water cooler, or anywhere you’re stuck for something to say.

From the "Cheese Twins" to other dynamic personalities, Netflix's documentary series 'You Are What You Eat' highlights the multitude of benefits of a vegan diet.

These vegan cake mixes make plant-based baking super easy. Here are some recommendations, and also how to make any cake recipe vegan.

Trader Joe’s never fails to deliver variety, even for vegans. Here are the best vegan items at Trader Joe’s that you need to try on your next trip to TJ's.

Leftovers, including Chinese food, can last in a refrigerator for several days. Here's how to safely store your Chinese food leftovers.

"By ferming, rather than farming, we can change the world," Arturo Elizondo told Green Matters. Via precision fermentation, the EVERY Egg was hatched.

Fresh Express bagged spinach has been recalled after a positive test for listeria. Here's what to know about the 2023 spinach recall.

Frito-Lay's Doritos are obviously junk food. But as it turns out, the chips are pretty bad for you, containing various potentially harmful ingredients.

If you follow a plant-based lifestyle, you might be wondering if coffee is vegan. The good news: coffee is vegan-friendly! But it also depends.

You may "Want it. Need it. Cheez-It," but ingredients like TBHQ, sodium, and enriched flour make the baked snack cracker pretty darn bad for you.

If the choice is to drink your coffee black or add Coffee mate, we vote for the former. Find out why this favorite U.S. creamer is banned in Europe.

Made from seaweed and other plant-based ingredients, vegan caviar is an excellent, eco-friendly substitute for traditional caviar.

Christmas pudding is a traditional holiday dish made of dried fruit, flour, and butter or suet. Here are six vegan alternative recipes!

There aren't any vegan cottage cheese products available in U.S. stores yet, but there are a few potentially on the way — plus, there are plenty of easy recipes.

Eating certain foods without cooking them can be dangerous, but fortunately, it's safe for most people to eat asparagus raw. Here are a few ways to prepare this veggie raw.

David Attenborough has been inspiring the masses to be kinder to the planet for years. However, he hasn't confirmed if he's gone vegan yet.

Topo Chico is a longstanding favorite for sparkling water lovers. However, a study revealed the bottle contained dangerous forever chemicals.

Eating a plant-based diet can be challenging, especially around the holidays. We've got you covered with flexitarian recipes sure to satisfy.

Spaghetti squash is a delicious, low-carb, low-calorie alternative to pasta, but is can be hard to cut. Here's a how-to guide.

Wonka, a chicken with a crossed beak, was rescued from an egg farm in 2020, and her health has improved immensely since then.

Plentiful vegan options were promised at COP28, yet meat and dairy remain prevalent. Lobbyists allegedly plan to position meat as sustainable at the conference.

Don't be frightened by the spiky leaves! Cutting a dragon fruit is fairly simple. Just cut down the middle, separate the flesh, and chop away!

Accelerator Active Energy drinks are a zero-sugar and plant-based boost that could be a healthy replacement for your Monster or Red Bull habit.

We've all been warned of the dangers of consuming uncooked meats — but when it comes to eating raw tofu, things are a little different.

Adopt a turkey for Thanksgiving, don't eat one — that's the message that a group of celebrities who support Farm Sanctuary are urging their fans to heed.

Peaches, plums, and nectarines sold in 2022 and 2023 are part of a fruit recall due to listeria. One person died and 10 were hospitalized from the contaminated fruit.

The vegan lifestyle doesn't mean giving up delicious traditions. We've got 10 tasty vegan Thanksgiving desserts to please your palate.

Boiled peanuts are a traditional Southern snack. Let's look at health benefits of peanuts and whether boiling makes them even better for you.

What does it mean when that food is bioengineered? Is it safe to eat and how can we spot it? What you should know before you shop.

Celsius is an energy drink that contains no sugar, aspartame, preservatives, or other harmful ingredients. But is Celsius bad for you?

There are several homeopathic treatments to lower cholesterol levels; however, they are not as utilized because the evidence is fairly limited.

A gardener in Ontario, Canada, believes he has grown the world's largest zucchini. His giant vegetable measure 8 feet, 4.79 inches.

In 2023, Tyson Foods recalled almost 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets after metal was found in some patties. Here's what to know.