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Sulforaphane Supplements from Sprouts: Benefits for Health

There’s a secret compound in your broccoli. Maybe your kale, too. It’s a compound called sulforaphane. It’s been gaining popularity over the past few years and, more recently, in the form of sulforaphane supplements. Sulforaphane is a naturally occurring plant compound that plays an important role in quite a few metabolic pathways. It has been…

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What are Vegetarian Capsules Made of? Gelatin vs Vegetable

Delivered! You just got your order of supplements in the mail. These health-promising capsules are filled with some super compound, guaranteed to deliver you the fountain of youth, a full head of luscious hair, or the ability to give you super intense focus. One thing you notice is that the supplements have a vegetarian shell….

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Vegetarian Catering Menu Ideas with Vegan Options

As someone who’s been vegetarian for the past four years and leans towards a plant-forward diet, there are not always options to eat when you go to events. While catering places and restaurants have gotten more accommodating to different diets, vegetarian options are typically limited. If you’re hosting an event, we’ve provided you a few…

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A Bananas Debate: Benefits of GMO vs. Organic Bananas

“What’s the difference between GMO bananas vs organic bananas?” is the first question I get asked Whenever I tell someone I am a food scientist. Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world. However, they are only grown in tropical regions. They are also really susceptible to diseases, which is one of the…

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A Guide to Choosing Eco-Friendly Meal Prep Containers

Meal Prep Videos always seem to go viral. But between purchasing plastic containers in bulk and the expensive aesthetic containers, there’s one common thread that seems to be missing. How can you meal prep with eco-friendly containers? And which food containers are the best? If you’re meal prepping, it’s inevitable you’ll need a variety of…

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Vertical Farming Benefits for Sustainable Advantages 

When you think of vertical farming, what comes to mind? Leafy greens? Tall Buildings? With many recent advancements, there might be more benefits to vertical farming than you might think!

Vertical farming is still a new concept in the relative scale of agricultural advancements. The unique aspect of growing food efficiently in small areas creates an innovative approach to the food system. The future of farming is taking things to a whole new level – and it’s reaching for the sky!

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Healthy Buffalo Cauliflower Dip Recipe [Gluten-Free]

Have you ever noticed that the best game day snacks aren’t healthy? Have you ever noticed that the only vegetables served at a Super Bowl party are raw and neglected? I’m trying to change that with this healthy buffalo cauliflower dip recipe.  The classic buffalo chicken dip is a menu staple for game day or…

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Are coffee cans recyclable? How to Reuse or Recycle

The tragic moment has come: your coffee canister is empty. Being the environmentally responsible citizen that you are, you approach the recycling bin. But then you stop to ask yourself the modern-day age-old question: Are coffee Cans Recyclable? The short answer: It depends on what your coffee canister is made from.  If you live in…

Vegan chili with TVP
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How to make Vegetarian or Vegan TVP Chili

Nothing quite warms you up like a bowl of hearty chili in the winter. We’re taking a pantry and budget-friendly vegetarian spin on a classic recipe to make vegetarian or vegan chili with TVP. It’s an easy vegan chili recipe that accommodates a plant-based diet or just a meatless Monday meal.  TVP stands for textured vegetable…

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Healthy and Sustainable Breakfast Ideas for the Office

I’ve never been a breakfast person. Setting aside time in the morning to sit down for a meal when that precious time could be used for sleep or a workout has just never been a priority for me. But on days when you have to go into the office, skipping breakfast can make lunch feel…