We always tend to define veganism as strictly avoiding the consumption of animal products and by-products. This is where we miss the point. Vegans adopt different lifestyles depending on what drove them to veganism. It could be to advocate for animal welfare, health reasons, to protect the ecosystem, or for religious reasons. However, the title …
One commonly used ingredient in food production is calcium chloride. It’s used as an additive to firm and coagulate a wide variety of foods, including soft drinks, canned food, and in tofu production, as well as in food processing, just to name a few. Calcium chloride can also be used for industrial purposes like deicing …
Sherpa, also known as faux shearling, is a type of fabric made from polyester or a blend of polyester with other fabrics like cotton or acrylic. The name is because it resembles the wool-lined clothing worn by the Sherpa people of Nepal. This fabric mimics the bumpy texture of wool, which makes it incredibly warm. …
Balsamic vinaigrette is a type of salad dressing that contains Balsamic vinegar. It has numerous functions ranging from health, skincare, and food preparation. Balsamic vinaigrette is a healthier dressing than most of the other dressings. Many people attribute weight loss and glowing complexion to Balsamic vinaigrette, and this draws us to the question: is Balsamic …
Oh… the daily struggle of figuring out exactly which foods are vegan-friendly and which are not… It can get a whole lot harder than most people would imagine. There is a multitude of products out there that would seem to fit the bill, but which are disqualified by one or two additives that go into …
Did you know that every vegan saves about 200 animals every year? There are many reasons to go vegan. It is not just about losing weight. Some of my favourite reasons for being vegan include; increasing energy levels, saving the planet, and saving animals. Even though it is a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle, there are …
Finding vegan confectionery means navigating a complex landscape of controversial ingredients. Some candies that appear superficially acceptable turn out to contain animal ingredients, while others that look highly suspicious don’t contain anything non-vegan at all. One example is the quirky Swedish Fish candy. Although fish-shaped, these may actually be a good choice for vegans. It’s …
Something I discovered pretty early on in my vegan career was that the name of food wasn’t always a clue as to whether or not it was vegan. Jelly beans? Full of gelatin and covered in beeswax or shellac. Potato wedges from my favourite fast food place? Fried in beef fat. Everywhere I turned, I …
When you transition to a vegan lifestyle, you have to make a lot of changes. Some can be hard, like giving up a favourite product because you realise it just isn’t in line with your ethical position. Isn’t it great, then, when you find out that you can bring some of your favourite grocery staples …
Since going vegan, one of the most hard-hitting questions has been, “Is Ciabatta bread vegan?” At least half a dozen times, I have had people look at me while eating my Ciabatta and say, “Wait, you can eat that?” This is usually followed up by a variety of questions often by prospective or transitioned vegans. …
