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Harvard University’s School of Public Health has created its own “Healthy Eating Plate.” The Harvard plate supports more plant-based calcium foods such as dark leafy greens (especially kale) and beans instead of relying primarily on dairy products. The Harvard plate also promotes the consumption of whole grains, plant-based fats, and vegetables. We’re glad to see support from Harvard for plant-based sources of calcium!
Accidentally Vegan: Starbucks Cashews Glazed with Vanilla and Pomegranate! I really enjoy a lovely latte. And I always appreciate having something yummy to snack on while I’m taking my coffee…
Are you looking for a gluten-free, organic, vegan snack with plenty of zing? I just discovered Spicy Black Bean chips and Cracked Black Pepper organic brown rice chips from Lundberg Family…
For students and vegans on a budget, we have some tips from Ellen Jaffe Jones to help you follow a vegan diet and eat your greens in a way that leaves some green in your wallet as well. Thanks Ellen for sharing these tips with the Yummy Plants community!
Have you ever heard of an ancient grain called einkorn? It’s a type of wheat that was first cultivated over 12,000 years ago! This week’s Accidentally Vegan feature is super yummy Chocolate Einkorn Cookies from Jovial!
Deborah Pivain, founder of Paris Vegan Day and the Gentle Gourmet Cafe, Shares Tips for Vegan Tourists in Paris!
Get Ready for Passover with… Accidentally Vegan Chocolate Matzo by Yehuda Matzos! For all my friends celebrating Passover, here’s a shout-out for chocolate matzo. It’s light, crunchy, and it’s covered…
Watch out for mercury in cosmetics; it may be a hidden ingredient in one of your favorite products. Likely candidates include skin lighteners and anti-aging aids.
Do you have friends or family members who have serious food allergies to egg, dairy, or tree nuts? These vegan chocolate chip cookies are produced in a dedicated peanut-free, tree nut-free, milk-free and dairy-free facility, and they are fabulously yummy!
Adventurous entrepreneurs Jill and John have found their niche: developing businesses to serve the growing vegan market and support other vegan enterprises. Learn more about their latest venture: Vegan Cuts, which features weekly online deals for vegan products!
