Red 40 is one of the most controversial ingredients in our food supply. It isn’t obvious how this food dye is made or whether it’s acceptable for vegan diets, and claims about its risks to health and safety abound. Is Red 40 vegan, and is it safe to consume? As
Dave’s Killer Bread may have caught your eye thanks to their brightly colored packaging and fun product names, but is Dave’s Killer Bread vegan? And are their products as healthy as they seem from the labels? As a vegan Registered Dietitian, I’ll discuss whether this brand is a good choice
Taurine has been touted as a powerful anti-aging nutrient lacking in plant-based foods. Does this mean that vegans are at risk of aging faster? Does a vegan diet lead to taurine deficiency? And are taurine supplements actually helpful? As a registered dietitian specializing in vegan nutrition, I’ll dive into these
If you’re new to veganism or are looking for ways to reduce your sugar intake, you’ve probably heard of stevia as a great calorie-free alternative. But as any vegan knows, animal-based ingredients are commonplace in all sorts of products and may not be obvious. There are also many misconceptions about
Cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are some of the most concerning health conditions associated with aging. Healthy brain function is vital for maintaining quality of life as we age, but sometimes it seems like memory problems and other forms of cognitive decline are unavoidable. Fortunately,
Quorn is a unique meat alternative growing in popularity with the rise in plant-based diets. It’s a new food for many, which means you may not be sure how best to handle it for food safety. Can you get food poisoning from it? Can you reheat Quorn, or should leftovers
Quinoa is a versatile, nutritious whole grain considered a staple for plant-based diets. It’s a new food for many, which means you may not be sure how best to handle it for food safety. Can you get food poisoning from it? Can you reheat quinoa, or should leftovers be thrown
Tofu is an incredibly versatile, affordable plant-based protein growing in popularity with the rise in plant-based diets. It’s a new food for many, which means you may not be sure how best to handle it for food safety. Can you get food poisoning from it? Can you reheat tofu, or
We all hate to see food go to waste, but it’s important to avoid eating food contaminated by bacteria and other food-borne pathogens. This is true even for plant-based foods, which are increasing in popularity. Lentils are one of these, but how risky are they for food poisoning? Can you
