Nutrition

As a vegan of 14 years, I’m always happy to see more “vegan cheese” options arrive in stores. But just because something is vegan doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Today, let’s … Read more

Fried food is notoriously unhealthy. But what if you fry a healthy food like tofu? Do the pros outweigh the cons? Or is it just as bad as any other … Read more

It seems like everyone today wants to debate whether “fake meat” is healthy. But the actual truth is that some of it is, and some of it isn’t. We need … Read more

I used to eat ramen noodles without the seasoning all the time. I figured it’s at least lower in sodium that way, and hey—it’s cheap and tasty! But eventually, I … Read more

When it comes to nut milk, the most popular choice is almond milk. But is it really the best? Recently, macadamia milk has been making a splash. In fact, it … Read more

I’ve used Better Than Bouillon for years, and I can tell you it is delicious and convenient. It lasts a long time in the fridge, and everyone seems to love … Read more

Adding heavy cream or half and half to your coffee is a quick way to add a bunch of saturated fat and calories. But are non-dairy creamers really any better … Read more

Popcorn is often mentioned as a healthy, low-calorie snack option. But it really comes down to the details. We all know that movie theater popcorn with extra butter isn’t healthy. … Read more

One time, I had to go to the hospital for heat exhaustion due to “salt depletion.” Ever since then, I’m much more aware of replenishing my electrolytes after sweating! However, … Read more

I remember when I went vegan 14 years ago, they had Lightlife products at my local Walmart. It was one of the only meatless brands I could find. I’ve had … Read more

I’ve been vegan for 14 years, and Field Roast sausages are probably the best-tasting “fake meat” I’ve ever had. I seriously love them. But how does this delicious “grain meat” … Read more

Ah, Nature Valley bars—they get crumbs all over the place, but they’re delicious! The name “Nature Valley” sounds pretty harmless, too. But today we’re taking a look at the nutrition … Read more

There are dozens of “healthy” protein bars, granola bars, and snack bars available nowadays. But it can take time to sort through which ones are actually healthy. Today we’re looking … Read more

Got vegan farting problems? Well, I’ve actually experienced it myself, so I feel your pain. But it doesn’t have to be so bad. There are many quick adjustments you can … Read more

I’ve been vegan for the past 14 years, and people consistently tell me I look young for my age. But is my vegan diet what’s kept me looking young? Or … Read more

It’s often said that diet soda is even worse for you than normal soda. Artificial sweeteners like aspartame have been blamed for everything from weight gain to cancer. But what … Read more

Lentil pasta is one of the many kinds of “healthy pasta” that have exploded in popularity in recent years. But is it all marketing hype? Or is lentil pasta actually … Read more

Did you know that Americans eat about $2 billion worth of mayonnaise per year? Vegan competitors like Just Mayo are slowly eating into that market share… But is vegan mayo … Read more

Whenever I’m in airports or gas stations, the one packaged food I can’t resist buying is ready-to-eat popcorn like Skinny Pop. After eating probably 20 to 40 bags of this … Read more

Popcorn is literally my favorite food. So when I find myself in airports or gas stations, I often buy ready-to-eat popcorn like Boom Chicka Pop. After eating probably 25+ bags … Read more