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Happy Valentine's Day from The Beet!
Whether you're celebrating with your special date or hanging with your long-time honey, there's absolutely no pressure to plan a perfect night for Valentines, but there should be one thing you’re looking forward to: feeling your…

A major media maven emailed me the other day to ask for the name of a nutritionist who could help her suck off 7 pounds—pronto. She has TV appearances to do and needed to look camera-ready in a flash. I told her don't waste your money or your time...

BBQ Tofu Kebabs
From: @thevegansix
Yield: 2 servings 
Prep time: 10 minutes 
Cook time: 10 minutes 
TOTAL INGREDIENTS: 4 + bamboo skewers
Why we love it: These delicious bbq tofu kebabs are the perfect appetizer and a great way to switch up your tofu dishes...

An "advanced" plant-based diet has been shown to reverse type 2 diabetes in 84 percent of patients, according to a new study just published by a researcher who worked with patients in Slovakia. The diet, called the “Natural Food Interaction” or NFI …

Burger King was one of the first major fast-food chains to launch a meat-free patty in 2019, with the Impossible Whopper sparking buzz and curiosity across the country. While the sandwich is only vegan if you made sure to have the restaurant hold the cheese, mayonnaise, and microwave the patty rathe…

We all have those non-vegan friends who have no desire to eat a vegan restaurant, even if you tell them they have great margaritas (Ja Ja Ja Mexicana) or a spectacular scene (Gracias Madre). It makes it harder for us vegans to find something on the menu that isn’t a house salad or sp…

First, the California dairy industry fights to remove the word "milk" from labels of plant-based products like the popular brand, Miyoko's Creamery. Now comes the latest dairy-backed contrivance to get consumers to think that drinking cow's milk is a good idea...

Vegan protein bars have long been giving their animal product-containing equivalents a run for their money when it comes to flavor, convenience, and nutrition. But not all vegan protein bars are created equal when it comes to ingredients, texture, taste, and suitability to individual plant-based eat…

Even if you missed the Oscars you've likely heard about Joaquin Phoenix's Best Actor acceptance speech. "Girls" creator Lena Dunham sure did. And, she says, it's made her want to go vegan.
“Welp, it finally happened- I do believe Joaquin Phoenix made me veg…

RECIPE OF THE DAY: FEBRUARY 13
FROM: @peanutbutterpluschocolate
WHY WE LOVE IT: These gluten-free cookies are as soft as a feather and taste delicious. Decorate them with pink vegan frosting and give them to your loved ones for Valentine's Day...