February 04, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Guzzling protein shakes brings to mind some very specific images of Hulk-like bulking from the mid ’90s. Blame those OG ads and their mega-muscly male target demo, but despite knowing how important protein is to muscles, I never learned how to supplement with it myself, and I’m not alone…. Continue Reading →

January 28, 2019 at 10:45AM by CWC The spiky green exterior of a jackfruit doesn’t exactly scream effective substitute for animal protein. But don’t let its outward appearance fool you; everyone knows it’s what’s on the inside that counts. In recent years, jackfruit recipes have skyrocketed in popularity among those who avoid meat thanks in part to… Continue Reading →

January 28, 2019 at 08:39AM by CWC Here’s the question every vegetarian and vegan dreads the most: “How do you get enough protein?” (The runner-up: “Don’t you miss bacon?”) It’s an annoying, but well-meaning question. After all, the most common forms of protein—you know, the macronutrient responsible for building muscle, repairing tissue, and assisting in… Continue Reading →

November 30, 2018 at 01:54PM Ah, winter: ‘Tis the season for thick turtlenecks, Hallmark holiday movie marathons, and most importantly, warm and hearty meals. Sorry, smoothies, but when it’s 20 degrees outside, I don’t want you for breakfast. I want oatmeal. However, despite its impressive nutritional profile (protein! fiber! whole grains!), oatmeal has a rep… Continue Reading →

November 27, 2018 at 09:59AM When people ask how on Earth I manage to get enough protein as a vegan, I can’t help but laugh. There are now so many tasty (really!) options to eat on the daily: soy-based ones like tempeh and tofu as well as straight-up plants, like lentils, quinoa, almonds, and chia… Continue Reading →

November 16, 2018 at 05:07AM Protein is vital to your overall health, whether you’re an athlete or a marathon Netflix-er. It’s filling, fueling, good for the gut, and essential in maintaining a healthy metabolism. Because protein is so important, one of the most commonly-voiced concerns about diets that exclude animal products is that they can make it… Continue Reading →

October 18, 2018 at 09:25AM While food innovation has gifted plant-based, vegan, and vegetarian eaters with an array of meat-like options (looking at you, “bleeding” burger patty), there’s no denying that when it comes to plant-based protein options, tempeh and tofu still reign supreme as the most popular substitutes. While both meatless options are essentially super-versatile soy,… Continue Reading →

October 01, 2018 at 07:21AM Anyone who’s ever taken a vegan diet for a test drive knows there’s no shortage of invasive speculation that comes with the all-veg lifestyle. But one FAQ tends to get tossed out way more than salad during dinner conversation: How do you get enough protein from vegan sources? When I ask… Continue Reading →

February 21, 2019 at 10:53AM by CWC It only takes a quick stroll down the colorful cereal aisle of your supermarket to realize most of those boxes don’t contain anything worthy of starting your day with. Most options are basically candy in disguise. In fact, according to the Environmental Working Group, many favorites—including Froot Loops… Continue Reading →

February 21, 2019 at 08:19AM by CWC At this point, most of us are pretty canny about shady food additives in our food (ahem, high-fructose corn syrup, much?). But there are still some sneaky ingredients that we as consumers often are still in the dark about, like phosphates. Did you hear crickets when reading that… Continue Reading →

February 21, 2019 at 05:21AM by CWC So far, 2019 has been the year of #TBT eating plans. (Eating Mediterranean-style and going high-fiber are both on-trend once again.) But as for the military diet, which has recently resurfaced online…the two nutrition experts I spoke with say it just doesn’t deserve a “Backstreet’s back, alright!” moment. According to the… Continue Reading →

February 19, 2019 at 02:04PM by CWC Wander the aisles of any health-food store and you’ll be bombarded with all sorts of buzzwords emblazoned upon food and drink packaging. “Free from artificial colors,” “high in protein,” “naturally flavored”—you know, all the things we’ve come to associate with healthy eating. Of course, language like this is… Continue Reading →

February 19, 2019 at 09:22AM by CWC What has four letters, helps deliver oxygen to your body, and is a main component of Popeye’s favorite food? If you guessed iron, you’re 100 percent right. Iron perhaps hasn’t been given as much press time as other, trendier nutrients like collagen and turmeric. Along with calcium and… Continue Reading →

February 19, 2019 at 08:14AM by CWC Ah, rice. The trusty sidekick to beans. The base that holds stir-fries together. An essential ingredient in your sushi. Cheap and satiating, what’s not to love about it? Oh yeah, the carbs. Sure, rice is healthy in moderation, but veggie rice is lower in carbs and calories, which… Continue Reading →

February 19, 2019 at 07:30AM by CWC Burrito bowls are yummy, but there’s nothing like the real thing—or something close to it. For those who live a low-carb lifestyle, you know you can always order extra guacamole for another serving of healthy fat. Unfortunately, a burrito wrapped with a warm tortilla doesn’t exactly make the cut…. Continue Reading →

February 19, 2019 at 02:35AM by CWC As if you weren’t already overwhelmed when choosing your alt-milk du jour, there’s a new favorite hitting the coffee shop circuit: oat milk. And it’s having a major moment. In the past year, oat milk has gone from being sold in roughly 150 cafes in the U.S. to… Continue Reading →

February 18, 2019 at 03:30AM by CWC Sipping on collagen has long seemed like the easiest ever way to get glowing skin, shiny hair, and a happy gut (I mean, all you really have to do is drink it), and thanks to Vital Proteins latest launch, it’s about to get even easier. The brand, who… Continue Reading →

February 15, 2019 at 08:20AM by CWC Some days I’m perfectly content eating a bunch of veggies, but when all I want is the familiar comfort of my favorite fast foods I find myself in a pickle. A new study finds that eating such “ultra-processed foods” loaded with salt, sugar, oil, and other additives (including flavor and… Continue Reading →