posted November 28, 2023 Tofu is a versatile, nutrition-packed, and inexpensive soybean product and a healthy addition to a vegan diet. In my early years of veganism, I found tofu intimidating, but with practice I conquered my fears. Once you’ve read this article, I’m confident you will be tofu savvy and inspired to tackle new […]
5 Steps to Raise Your Tofu IQ, by Jill Hughes Read More »
posted November 21, 2023 The Background: The inception of Project SHAKTI took place as the world was thrust into the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Drawing inspiration from the divine feminine energy, Shakti, the project aimed to be a transformative force amidst a world in chaos. Harnessing the prowess of a renowned national
posted November 14, 2023 My only brother, Gary, recently passed away. He was only 58. In my eulogy I mentioned our mom’s cuckoo clock. My brother was an audio engineer for radio broadcasting, and as a young boy he took clocks and radios apart to see how they worked. We used to sit and watch
Cruelty-Free Cuckoo Clock, by Cherie Hans, MVLCE Read More »
posted November 7, 2023 Former president Calvin Coolidge said, “Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are
The Power of Persistence, by Stanley Bronstein, CPA, JD, LLM, VLCE Read More »
posted October 31, 2023 There is often more than a single route to a destination. The coastal road may yield better views but be less time-efficient than the inland highway. Similarly, there is more than one way to transition to a vegan diet. Despite all the benefits of a vegan diet, the change also involves
Transitioning to a Vegan Diet: Go “Cold Tofurkey” or Not? by Jessica Langenhan, MD, VLCE Read More »
posted October 24, 2023 Hello, fellow plant-based travelers! My husband and I love hitting the open road with our two huskies and camper in tow to explore new places. While traveling, one of our greatest joys is discovering new vegan dining options. While you can easily find vegan options in larger cities, smaller rural towns
5 Essential Tips for Vegan Dining on the Open Road, by Heather Dahman, MVLCE Read More »
posted October 17, 2023 As a Vegan married to an omnivore, I consider myself well-versed in choosing restaurants that work for the both of us. I live in New Jersey, just a few miles outside midtown Manhattan. While there are many vegan restaurants in Manhattan, I have only one vegan restaurant and one vegan bakery
Out With an Omnivore, Where Should We Eat? by Cherie Hans, MVLCE Read More »
posted October 10, 2023 Let me tell you about a friend of mine, Isaac. Charlotte the spider wrote many descriptors about Wilbur in the classic Charlotte’s Web. Her words apply to Isaac as well—humble, terrific, radiant. Some pig. Simply put, Isaac made my life better. Isaac was part of a severe neglect case and rescued
Farm Sanctuary Life, by Allison Hess, VLCE Read More »
posted September 26, 2023 Blame is irrelevant. Until we stop blaming others (and ourselves, for that matter) and start fixing our problems, we will never achieve our maximum potential and evolve. That simple principle applies to virtually any facet of our overall health, including, but not limited to, our weight. An unwillingness to take personal
