Veganism

This week we are excited to announce the beginning of a new partnership between Vegan Mainstream and Midwest Vegan Radio. Once every few weeks we will post one of MVR’s brand new podcasts, with hosts Dallas and Ryan. Today, as Valentines Day approaches, MVR tackles Vegan Sex…without further adieu – the intro!… We’ve all seen the “Vegans Taste Better” stickers, know that a vegan diet can help with impotence, and might have even been asked, whether seriously or not, whether oral sex is vegan...Read Full Story

photo courtesy of Go Kaleo I started my blog Go Kaleo a few years ago to chronicle my journey from illness back to health. It began with a commitment to being more active and improving my diet by eating less processed and animal foods and more fruits and vegetables. I was far more successful than I’d dreamed possible, losing close to 90 pounds, reversing metabolic syndrome and several other nagging medical issues, and dramatically changing both my appearance and my health. As my life...Read Full Story

Becoming Vegan: The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Plant-Based Diet The authors of Becoming Vegetarian explore the benefits of a vegan diet (eating without meat, eggs or dairy products). More and more people are being motivated to become vegans because of the impact of their nutritional choices on their health, the environment, animal rights, and human hunger. As registered dietitians, Davis and Melina are well-qualified to provide the latest information on: how a vegan diet can...Read Full Story

Image: 89studio / FreeDigitalPhotos.net When it comes to a commitment to get healthier  or lose weight with a vegan diet and exercise, having the support of an exercise buddy, team, or group can increase your accountability and motivation.  And that – research shows -  builds success. While the diet and fitness ‘industry’ make seem rife with carnism, (they are), and you may feel like you are swimming upstream with your commitment to eat plant-based while building health in body and mind...Read Full Story

photo courtesy of Pam Popper Dr. Pam Popper came upon veganism as a lifestyle unexpectedly, but in the past 18 years it has become her passion and her life’s work to teach others about the benefits of a whole foods plant-based diet, which she does through her work at the Wellness Forum . Vegan Mainstream recently had the opportunity to talk to Pam about the Wellness Forum, her part in Forks Over Knives , and more. Vegan Mainstream: Can you tell me a bit about yourself and how you became...Read Full Story

Image by nuttakit Most  vegans, myself included, want to see the lifestyle spread. While trendy, self righteous “hipster” vegans can grate on the nerves of the seasoned cruelty-free crusader, I am of the camp that no vegan is a bad vegan! That being said, I often wonder how I can help spread veganism without coming off as self-righteous, pushy or aggressive—unfortunate stereotypes that have been handed to vegans over the years. I want people to be interested in my lifestyle, but I don’t...Read Full Story

Image by by KROMKRATHOG 2011 was a big year for veganism,  with the lifestyle making headway—and headlines—in the general public. Now that the new year is well underway, let’s take a look at a few things that are on the upswing in the veg world: Vegan Fashion and Beauty Go Mainstream: Ethical fashion has been on the forefront of many of our vegan brains for years. However, in the mainstream world, many are just waking up to the fact that a fur coat isn’t the only non-vegan garment...Read Full Story

A vegan lifestyle includes a component of compassion. Each of the reasons for going vegan includes compassion – for animals, for the earth, and for ourselves. This week on the Vegan Mainstream blog we are going to be talking about compassion and the many ways it touches our lives. From how being compassionate to other people makes YOU a happier person, to the changing face of masculinity – as Rip Esselstyn says, “Real Men Eat Plants!” – tune in for great discussion on Vegan Mainstream this...Read Full Story

Vegetarian diet is not always a healthy choice. Have a better understanding of this diet and find the right plan for you.Read Full Story

That's Why We Don't Eat Animals: A Book About Vegans, Vegetarians, and All Living Things That's Why We Don't Eat Animals: A Book About Vegans, Vegetarians, and All Living Things That's Why We Don't Eat Animals: A Book About Vegans, Vegetarians, and All Living Things Customer Reviews Click Here! That's Why We Don't Eat Animals: A Book About Vegans, Vegetarians, and All Living Things Review: Brand : Details Model : Details Price : $16.95 Special Price...Read Full Story