How often do you hear, see, or think about protein? Probably more than once a day if I had to take a bet. It’s weird, this obsession with protein. Wherever you go, you’ll see something advertised as a “source of protein” or “high in protein”. It’s one of those nutrients that’s practically labelled onto almost […]
Growing up, we learn quickly (in most cases) that some foods are good, and some are bad for us. We are told not to have a lot of sugar, or that we can’t have burgers everyday. Even though we might not understand all the reasonings behind why we can’t have a Cookie Monster diet, we […]
Almonds are the most consumed tree nut in the world. Although 81% of almonds come from the US (99% are grown in California), they are eaten practically everywhere in the world. Almonds have an earthy, crunchy, nutty taste that’s very distinct. They’re also very versatile. They can appear in pastries, butters and milk. Furthermore, almonds […]
What springs to mind when you hear the word organic? Is it freshness? High quality? Maybe healthiness? In a recent conversation around this topic, I found myself perplexed by what organic means. In some sense, organic is seen as a lifestyle choice that’s perpetuated by high-end supermarkets and marketing. This might suggest that organic products […]
Humans passed the 8 billion mark almost two years ago. This incredible feat has shown how far ahead we’ve come as a species. The effort to sustain such a large population requires a lot of planning and execution. This includes developing housing, limiting conflict, accessing resources, job opportunities and much more. However, a facet that […]
When I first learned about meal prepping, I thought that only professional bodybuilders did it. At the time, I saw meal prepping as a boring way to stay in shape. Sure, you were tracking your calories and macronutrients (less so your micronutrients), but the point was clear. Cook the food, portion it, eat it, and […]
Food System 101 In November of 2022, the human population crossed 8 billion. When I first heard of the news, I felt a sudden shock. The weight of it bore many questions, and concerns. Our population has been increasing at a steady rate in the last century. Calling it an increase is an understatement, it’s […]
Alongside the common “protein concern” regarding plant-based diets, one thing that comes up quite frequently is vitamin B12. I’ll be honest, before going vegan, I never heard of B12. It’s as if it didn’t exist, only to spring up once I changed my lifestyle. Growing up, I heard about zinc, iron, and vitamin C. B12 […]
Veganuary is a cool concept. I have to admit that it’s nice to have a month dedicated to veganism. It’s a month that highlights awareness, and that invites people to try to eat plant-based for 31 days. For some, this could be a challenge, for others it can be an opportunity. No matter why someone […]
This year, I set a goal for myself to write one blog article every month. Prior to that, I wasn’t the most consistent of writers. I would have my occasional streak where I publish something consistently, but then trail off for a bit. So, I decided to stay on point for one full year, which […]