The concept may come from a coffee drink known as the frappe, but Starbucks trademarked their frothy, blended frozen drinks as Frappuccinos back in 1995 when they began appearing on menus throughout the US. Today, the Frappuccino is a pillar of the Starbucks menu and one of the things the popular chain is most known for. What went from an initial two flavors on the entire menu – coffee and mocha – is now available in well over [...]
Which Sweeteners Are Friendly for Vegan and Keto and Paleo Diets?
Sugar, in the broad sense, undoubtedly makes food sweet and delicious – but it’s also undoubtedly a troublesome ingredient for many. And refined sugar is specifically something that’s consistently frowned upon, within different diets and lifestyles, for different reasons. For vegans, there tend to be concerns about white sugar due to the way it’s processed – because often, at least in the case of refined cane sugar, animal [...]
What’s the Difference Between Sugar in the Raw and Regular Sugar?
The many types of sugar available today can be confusing, to say the least. Some are different colors, grades, and textures than others, and there are so many different naming indicators to keep track of: cane sugar and beet sugar, white sugar and brown sugar, turbinado sugar and demerara sugar…the list goes on and on. A specific brand of sugar that so many have become familiar with is Sugar in the Raw. But like many, you [...]
Is There a Difference Between Beet Sugar and Cane Sugar?
Sugar can come from several sources, but when we talk about table sugar – that white, refined, granulated sweetener we all know so well – there are two main crops that produce the substance: the sugar beet plant and the sugarcane plant. Both types of sugar, from both types of plants, are very common and often found in many of the same products. So are there any differences between beet sugar and cane sugar, aside from the [...]
50 Foods Only a True Vegan Would Recognize
If you’re vegan, it can certainly take some time, effort, and dedication to find those vegan-friendly foods you love – but the more work you put in, the more “insider knowledge” you have, no matter how long you’ve followed a vegan diet. And true vegans know which foods are truly vegan. The truth is, aside from the obvious fruit, vegetables, grains, and other plant-based fare, there are lots of hidden gems out [...]
Which Milk Is the Best for Vegans?
Vegan milk products have been on the rise, especially in the past decade or so, and today it seems like there’s a new brand on the shelf every week. With non-dairy, plant-based milks widely available these days, vegans can easily enjoy their favorite things – a hot latte, a decadent ice cream, or simply a bowl of cereal – and they can do so without sacrificing nutrition. From almond milk and oat milk, to soy milk and [...]
