5 Plant-based Sources of Omega 3 & Scientific Benefits of Taking Them
Because our bodies are unable to make omega-3s, we gotta get them from what we eat. And, the most commonly sited sources are all animal based. But, never fear, vegans and vegetarians can get the EFAs they need by incorporating some of these foods into their diets.
Supporting Sustainable Farming: Food Forests for Tatin Village, Guatemala
Sustainable farming practices, ecosystem health and economic wealth are returning to a village in Guatemala one food forest at a time thanks to 501c Contour Lines Corp.
Vegan on the Go: Tulum Vegfest
I’ve mentioned this before, but Tulum will always hold a special place in my heart for being the place where I first decided to go vegan. My return only served to deepen my love for the area.
Vegan on the Go: Eating Vegan in Italy (& Monaco)
Not only did I escape death by starvation in Italy (quite the opposite in most places, actually) I was pleasantly surprised by some of the offerings and blown away by others.
From Houseplants to Produce
Over the past few years my interest in keeping and growing plants has grown by leaps and bounds. And, based off the reactions to some of my recent IG posts, I’m not alone. Our new home was nearly 2 years in the making. Shortly before the process began in earnest I became super interested in home gardening and ways to maximize small spaces. I knew there would be some challenges with growing in the desert but as I did more research I realized it wasn’t impossible — but more on the ‘how’ later. For now, let’s talk about what made me want to do this in the first place. Reasons…
Finding Friends Across the World with Pimsleur
Does 'learning the language' really impact your travel experience? I'm about to find out.
Invest in a Better World with COIN
Sponsored by COIN Conventional wisdom says we should start investing as soon as possible. The younger you are when you begin, the more time you have to build interest and the more money you’ll bank. But, for many of us (at least for me) investing still feels scary. When I think of investing and investors I imagine lots of stuffed suits with overly coiffed hair, carrying briefcases and trying to convince me to put my money in some big box superstore because ‘it’s a ‘sure’ thing’. At this point in my life, those types of investments are completely opposite of who I am as a person. However, the reality is…
Label Reading 101 for Vegans
Reading labels is serious business if you’re vegan. Most of you already know that being vegan means avoiding all animal by-products. This includes meat, poultry, dairy, eggs, seafood or shellfish, and, for some of us, bee products. If you’re like me – i.e. impatient and not good with small fonts – you might find it easier to use an app OR memorize some red flag ingredients to be on the lookout for while you’re shopping. I’ve included my personal list along with my favorite label reading shortcut — the allergen warnings. What is an Allergen Warning? Food allergies are a big deal and between federal regulations and today’s litigious climate…
Vegan on the Go: A Weekend in San Jose del Cabo
Follow along as I explore San Jose del Cabo! Highlights include Plaza Mijares, Baja Brewing Co (vegan pizza!!), the cutest B&B you ever did see, and some relaxing footage of the stunning beach landscape (watch till the end).
Accessories for an Aspiring Plant Lady
I've dubbed the aesthetic for our new home 'boho meets mid-century in the Southwest'. This week I focused on finding plant and textile accessories that fit my style.
