We’ve all been stung by food in the past that we could’ve sworn should’ve been vegan but it turns out that some manufacturer somewhere decided it was a clever idea to load it up with unnatural additives. Here’s our list of 5 foods that surprisingly are not vegan (even though they should be!). …read more
Vitamin B12 is required for a variety of bodily functions ranging from the formation of red blood cells, to the creation of DNA and other nervous functionality. In nature, B12 is generally found in animal products, such as fish, meat, eggs and dairy products, and therefore is a cause of concern for those on a vegetarian or vegan diet. …read more
We’ve all heard the excuses that people give when they don’t want to be a vegan. Some of them make us giggle, some of them make us cringe. Here’s our very own Top 5 Reasons Not To Be Vegan (And Why They Don’t Make Sense)! …read more
There’s nothing more enjoyable (well, at least it sits towards the top of our list!) than coming home on a spring evening and lighting up some amazingly scented candles. As the fragrance fills the air at home, you feel a sense of comfort and peace. But what are these fragrances and candles made of? Are they actually as good for our health as they make us feel? …read more
In a recent study conducted by Oxford University on the analysis of health and climate relating to dietary intake, one clear result emerged: vegans are saving our planet! …read more
A lot of noise has been happening on the social media scene with regards to gelatine and it’s origins thanks to a video posted by Over Eten. The video depicts a series of images of graphical, confronting and factual images that show how gelatine is sourced and created. …read more
In attempt to bring consumer attention to skins used in fashion, PETA Asia (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) launched their own leather popup store in Bangkok, Thailand. As usual, PETA did it in true style. Watch the video posted below to see some of the customer’s reactions. …read more
Omega-3 is a type of fatty acid that is mainly found in fish, e.g. salmon and tuna. It is important for our well being and health, however, it is a substance that must be consumed as our bodies cannot make them. Since it is mainly found in fish and fish products, omega-3 nutrition has always been a hot topic for vegans. …read more
You’ve finally made up your mind and you know exactly what you want done. Yep, you know it’s permanent and yep, you know all of the health risks associated with getting a tattoo. But did you know that many tattoo inks are not vegan? Did you know that animal products can be used from when your skin is being prepared, to the tattoo process itself and during the aftercare as well? …read more
If you have ever looked at the ingredients on food packaging, as most people (especially vegans) have, you may have come across ‘natural flavours’ as a listed ingredient. What are natural flavours? What determines if a flavouring is natural or not and what are it’s origins? Is natural flavouring vegan? …read more