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2 months ago | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Frugal Vegan |Erin Scott
Right now, research suggests that more than 35 million Americans are dealing with some sort of chronic lung condition, like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Research also suggests that more than 650,000 people in the US will be diagnosed with lung cancer at some point in their life. The disease is a leading cause of death in the country, after heart disease and skin cancer.
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Aug 15, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Erin Scott |Julia Mikhaylova |Nadine Horn
Thousands of years ago, in the mountains of Peru, Chile, and Bolivia, the people of the Inca empire ate a diet rich in plants like peppers, squash, corn, and avocados. But their mother grain or chisaya mama was quinoa. The Incas believed that quinoa was sacred. Jump to the recipesBut because of this spiritual importance, when the Spanish colonized South America in the 16th century, they banned its cultivation. And instead, they replaced it with wheat.
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Aug 5, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Francesca Bonadonna |Holly V. Gray |Erin Scott
There is no good time to get a cold or the flu, but the summer, when we all want to be enjoying the sunshine, sipping Aperol, and splashing around in the pool, has to be one of the worst times to come down with a virus. But annoyingly, that is the case for many people this year, as a number of us are dealing with colds and the resurgence of COVID-19. Feeling down in the dumps about having another virus?
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Jul 10, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Erin Scott |Hannah Kaminsky |Allyson Kramer
Proper burial practice was really, really important to the ancient Egyptians. Without it, they believed that dead pharaohs wouldn’t make the long journey to the afterlife. The dead needed sustenance, which was provided for them, by the living, in their tombs. They would be given wine, for example, as well as baskets of fruit, and for many, watermelon was a must. The ancient Egyptians loved watermelon for a similar reason that we do today: its high water content means it’s ultra-hydrating.
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Jun 22, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Tanya Flink |Sarah Adler |Erin Scott |Lisa Dawn Angerame
Modern innovation and lightning-speed travel have enabled many to eat unrestricted by the seasons. Craving squash in July, or asparagus in December? The grocery store has it. Even farmers’ markets carry a few off-season items—such as apples year-round. But just because it’s there doesn’t mean it’s at its peak. Modern convenience may have eliminated seasonality, but that’s not necessarily a benefit when it comes to taste.
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Jun 20, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Erin Scott |Hannah Kaminsky
When it comes to refreshing summer fruits, it’s hard to beat melons. Whether it’s a cantaloupe or a watermelon, this plant family offers an array of light, versatile, nutrient-rich, and hydrating fruits, all perfectly suited for a hot summer’s day. Melons can be enjoyed in many ways, from simply sliced to creatively incorporated into various dishes, but one of the best ways to savor them is in an ultra-nourishing salad. jump to the recipesWhat goes well with melon?
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May 3, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Hannah Kaminsky |Erin Scott |Amy Angelo
From the outside, Okinawa looks like paradise. But this Japanese island with stunning white sand, crystal clear water, and mangrove jungles has been through a lot. In 1945, the immensely bloody Battle of Okinawa brought devastation to the shores of this picturesque island. But to this day, the environment and the people remain resilient. In fact, Okinawa might just be home to the most resilient people in the world.
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May 3, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Hannah Kaminsky |Erin Scott |Amy Angelo
From the outside, Okinawa looks like paradise. But this Japanese island with stunning white sand, crystal clear water, and mangrove jungles has been through a lot. In 1945, the immensely bloody Battle of Okinawa brought devastation to the shores of this picturesque island. But to this day, the environment and the people remain resilient. In fact, Okinawa might just be home to the most resilient people in the world.
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Apr 29, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Charlotte Pointing |Desiree Nielsen |America’s Test Kitchen |Erin Scott
Chili peppers are a great way to add extra heat to a recipe, but they’re not always spicy. There are 50,000 types of pepper, and some of them are delicious, versatile, nutritious, and, most importantly for those who aren’t huge fans of spice, mild. Jump to the peppersBell peppers, for example, are sweet, slightly tangy, no-heat chili peppers, which are rich in vitamins and fiber. They’re also satisfyingly crunchy when you eat them raw, and they add a beautiful pop of color to your dishes.
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Apr 23, 2024 | 
vegnews.com | Anna Starostinetskaya |Gordon Ramsay |Sarah Bond |Erin Scott
Beef Wellington is a classic British dish believed to be named after the Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, who defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo. The dish consists of beef coated with pâté and duxelles and a mixture of finely chopped mushrooms wrapped in puff pastry and then baked to perfection. Its exact origins are unclear, with some theories suggesting it was inspired by the French filet de bœuf en croûte.
