written by Al-Ma’arri, blind Arab philosopher, poet and writer born AD 973, died AD 1058. … You are diseased in understanding and religion. Come to me, that you may hear something of sound truth. Do not unjustly eat fish the water has given up, And do not desire as food the flesh of slaughtered animals, [...]
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Legal Slavery in the 21st Century
Widespread veganism is the only way to achieve animal rights, and to end the legal slavery that is the foundation of industrial animal exploitation.
The Importance of Being Vegan
Veganism is not a fringe philosophy – it is a moral baseline that is consistent with beliefs that most of us already hold.
Beginner's Guide to Veganic Gardening
Just as vegans avoid animal products in the rest of our lives, we also avoid them in the garden, as many fertilizers come from industries of exploitation.
What's Wrong with Wool?
Wool often tends to be overlooked by animal advocates because its cultivation does not necessitate the death of the animal. However, the cultivation of wool is far from the pastoral idyll one might imagine.
Seven Delicious Vegan Cookie Recipes
Although our diet is based around organic whole foods, anyone who knows us will attest to the fact that we are somewhat obsessed with sweet treats and baked goods.
Waking Up: Vegetarian to Vegan
As I look back over the last 26 years of my life, I wonder how it took me so long to live my life the way I’ve always wanted to: with love, kindness and honesty.
Bruno: A New Perspective on Happy Cows
This is not the story of a factory farm; it is the story of a beautiful farm with free range animals who seemed to be happy.
3 Reasons Not to Eat Honey
To make one pound of honey, a colony must visit over two million flowers, flying over 55,000 miles, at up to 15 miles per hour to do so.
Rewarded for Being Vegan
From eliminating asthma and hayfever to curing chronic conditions and diseases, a vegan diet offers benefits to anyone and everyone.
Is Your Alcohol Vegan?
Many people, vegan or not, are surprised to discover that there is a plethora of animal-based products that can be found in alcoholic beverages.
Good Nutrition for Healthy Vegan Dogs
Many people are surprised to learn that not only can vegan dogs enjoy vibrant health, but their physical condition can actually improve as a result of eliminating animal foods.
10 Things Everyone Should Know About Free-Range Turkeys
Many people don’t realize that animals raised as 'free-range' suffer much of the same torment as those in standard operations.
A Beginner’s Guide to Traveling as a Vegan
As you travel to new places as a vegan, a bit of planning and forethought can help you overcome the small inconveniences you may encounter.
10 Protein-Packed Plants
When most people think of protein, images of cheese, eggs and a leg of lamb pop into their head. Did you know though that every single whole food contains protein?
Natural Flavors & Castoreum
Natural Flavors… The name sounds innocent enough, but these mild-sounding words are an umbrella term for some pretty horrible stuff, including certain ingredients that come from extreme animal abuse.
Occupy Humanity
As we, the people, occupy cities and institutions all over the world to protest injustice, it may be a good time to ask ourselves if we are in any way perpetrating the very injustices we are opposing.
An Irrefutable Truth
"What a boost to my self-esteem to discover that I knew something that was absolutely right; something that no one, no matter their station in life, could convince me was wrong."
The Magic of Frozen Bananas
For an instant energy boost that is long lasting, yet light on the digestion, frozen bananas are fantastic for smoothies, snacks and even raw vegan desserts.
