If you’re vegan, you, like me, might have more fun than the average Joe in the grocery store—especially if it’s a grocery store with tons of vegan options. But what is the best grocery store for vegans to shop at? Let’s take a look at the ones I recommend as a vegan dietitian and what …
Peanut Sriracha Sauce
Sometimes, a meal needs sauce to enhance the flavor. This peanut sriracha sauce not only saves you time and food waste but also helps you save money, which is even more important with the rising cost of groceries. Today, in this post, I’ll show you how to use the last of your peanut butter in …
Lucky Iron Fish Review: A Vegan Dietitian’s Perspective on Boosting Iron Intake
Many people, regardless of their dietary preferences, have iron deficiencies and look for ways to increase their intake. Tools like the Lucky Iron Fish might be helpful. I’m Rhyan, a vegan registered dietitian; welcome to my Lucky Iron Fish review. What Is a “Lucky Iron Fish” The Lucky Iron Fish isn’t a real fish; it’s …
16 Best Lactose Free Protein Powders (No Gums or Junk!)
Not all protein powders are created equal, especially for those who need it to be 100000% dairy-free. This round-up will highlight the best lactose-free protein powders I, a plant-based registered dietitian, could find. The catch is that not only did I find these protein powders, but I taste-tested every single one. You can be rest …
6 Vegan Recipes for Potluck | All Occasions!
Potlucks can be at work or with a casual gathering with friends. This is the perfect time to show your stuff and whip up a recipe you love. If you’re looking for vegan potluck recipes that will knock the socks off of your meat (and nonmeat)-eating friends, look no further! I’ve gathered six vegan recipes …
Refreshing Cholesterol Lowering Smoothie
Ready to blend away to a healthier heart? This cholesterol-lowering smoothie will nourish your body with cholesterol-busting ingredients. High cholesterol affects nearly 86 million US adults over the age of 20 years old (1) Without managing high cholesterol, the risk of heart-related incidents drastically increases. However, eating fiber-rich foods and healthy fats can help improve …
Chickpea Cucumber Boats
These vegan cucumber boats are nice and refreshing. The star of this recipe is a hollowed-out cucumber stuffed with chickpea salad. Mashed chickpeas are similar to tuna, but because mashed chickpeas are the main ingredient instead of tuna, it makes it vegan. Like all perfect summer recipes, this one requires no oven, stove, or anything …
Nut Milk Bag vs Cheesecloth. Which Is Better To Make Homemade Milk?
Making homemade nut milk at home is an easy and rewarding process. One of the key parts of making homemade milk is straining the pulp to get a more commercial or smooth texture. You could use a few different techniques to strain the milk, but this blog post highlights the showdown of nut milk bag …
Vegan Brussels Sprouts Salad with Air Fryer Roasted Beets
Looking for a beautiful salad to add to your table? This Brussels sprouts salad with air fryer roasted beets is not only eye-catching but also easy to make and create. It doesn’t require using your oven, which can be especially important if you are making this during the holidays and don’t have any oven space …
Dietitian Answers the Burning Question on Flaxseed vs Linseed
Ground flaxseeds can be used for a variety of recipes and applications in the kitchen. Arguably, they are one of the most confusing seeds. Maybe not with their nutrition but with how to spell flaxseed (it is one word according to the dictionary) and what to call them: flaxseed or linseed? Most vegans enjoy using …