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1 week ago | vegan-news.net | Christine Wong |Natalie Norman |Lauren Toyota |Hannah Kaminsky

Fruits are some of the healthiest foods we can add to our diet. They’re not just packed with essential vitamins and minerals, like vitamin C and potassium, but they’re also rich in antioxidants, too. These powerful plant compounds can help tackle free radical damage in the body, which, over time, increases the risk of diseases, like cancer and heart disease. Take blueberries, for example. Research suggests that just one cup of the fruit contains literally thousands of antioxidants.

1 week ago | vegan-news.net | Hannah Kaminsky |Deborah Gleason |Lauren Toyota |Mary Callan

When itā€™s scorching outside, a cold glass of lemonade is arguably one of the best ways to cool down. But while this refreshing drink is a fantastic use for those lemons you have chilling in the fridge, itā€™s far from the only way to enjoy them. If youā€™ve got a sweet tooth, indulging in a zesty lemon dessert during the summer months is another good choice. Below, weā€™ve gathered 10 of our favorite vegan lemon recipes, light enough for the heat but indulgent enough for dessert.

3 weeks ago | vegan-news.net | Holly Gray |Alex Shytsman |Lauren Toyota |Chris Miller

Those who claim they don’t like mushrooms have a myriad of health reasons to change their minds. The mighty shroom carries a heavy load of nutritional and wellness benefits, and just like tofu, it can be prepared in an infinite number of ways. Not only are brands packing mushrooms into adaptogenic coffees, lattes, and other superfood-infused products, but people are munching on mushrooms more than ever before.

1 month ago | vegan-news.net | Lauren Toyota

Nearly half of Americans believe that the “ultimate salad” recipe exists, according to research from OnePoll. For many, it must be packed with toppings, tossed with dressing, and when it comes to lettuce, iceberg is the clear winner (at least for nearly a third of people). “Iceberg was practically synonymous with lettuce in this country during the first three-quarters of the 20th century,” notes America’s Test Kitchen.

1 month ago | vegan-news.net | Califia Farms |Lauren Toyota

For many vegan brands, soy is a go-to ingredient. It’s protein-packed, nutritious, and most importantly, versatile. Depending on how they are processed, soybeans can take many shapes and textures, allowing them to form the basis of plant-based meats, as well as dairy-free cheeses and milks.