Jollof rice, also called benachin, is a popular dish throughout West Africa, particularly in Ghana and Nigeria. Many variations to this dish exist, but core ingredients include rice, tomato paste, onion, and a medley of vegetables and spices.
One of the most common objections I hear about going plant-based (or simply eating healthy) is that it's SO expensive. Or someone says there's NO …
Meet our Herbie of the Week: Rebecca A.!After years of struggling with her weight and being unhappy with her overall health, Rebecca decided to make …
I'm always getting emails from Herbies asking what brands I use — what bread can they buy that's whole-wheat and oil-free? What about tortillas? BBQ …
Find out what the 8 best vegan blogs are and check out some of their most delicious recipes. Your mouth will be watering with these plant based creations.
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Traveling the world as a vegan doesn't need to be hard! Follow these 10+ vegan travel tips to stay a happy herbivore.
A common comment that I see bubble up on Minimalist Monday posts is: "I want to downsize/reduce/be minimalist...but I live with a packrat!" Ahh …
My newest book, The Happy Herbivore Guide to Plant-Based Living has arrived!After writing five cookbooks, I looked around to see what I’d left uncovered... what …
A few weeks ago, my friend Candace posted this quote as her status:(In case you can't read the image, it says: What's really important in …
Meet our Herbie of the Week: Marybeth!Marybeth didn't always have a healthy and active lifestyle, but after marrying her super active husband, her lack of …
Any time I'm speaking -- whether it's at a conference or I'm on a podcast/radio show -- someone invariably asks me what made me go …
I will never understand why people forsake the potato. No, a potato isn't "fattening" — it's a vegetable! The "problem" is the company Mr. Potato sometimes …
You've got questions...Q: I have heard that when switching to a plant-based diet, your menstrual cycle can change for a period of time while your body …
One of the biggest myths about going plant-based is how expensive it is (I actually discuss this in my book, The Happy Herbivore Guide to …
Meet our Herbie of the Week: Rosemarie!Rosemarie has always had a passion for food and cooking, but the Standard American Diet started affecting her health. …
(This post is long, so bear with me -- and please share it.)"It seems like there is a form of nutritional elitism going on, which …
When I was in Charleston speaking at my alma mater, CofC, I checked out some of the local vegan food during my downtime. (Charleston has …
Scott, the pugs & I traveled from LA to Tahoe for the weekend for a mini 'vacation'. It's far more beautiful (and blue!) than I …
Here are the top "vegan myths" I see floating around online -- or come my way via email. I also find these are the excuses …
Living Soy-Free on a Whole Foods, Plant-Based (vegan) Diet Every Meal Mentor recipe includes a soy-free option, but here are a few substitutions that …
Last week Happy Herbivore HQ went to San Francisco for a corporate retreat. (BIG thanks to all the Herbies who suggested POIs!)Funny thing, when we …
If you're interested in knowing more about sprouting, I'm here to give you a brief explanation and help you understand the basics.To put it really …
Thank you sooo much for taking the poll last week!! The response, as always, was great (you guys are the best!) Bloating/Distension was voted the …
I was out having lunch with my husband and one of my closest friends when my mom called and I ignored it. We were just …
Meet our Herbie of the Week: Madi!At only 11 years old, Madi is already making a difference and spreading the word about the many benefits …
Anytime I rail on oil, people seemed so surprised — not that I don't use oil but that I firmly believe that all oils are unhealthy. …
Tomorrow is National Kale Day! Here are some amazing facts about this superhero (and oh-so-delicious) green! 1. Kale might become the new state vegetable of Vermont.2. …
A common comment that I see bubble up on Minimalist Monday posts is: "I want to downsize/reduce/be minimalist...but I live with a packrat!" Ahh …
Chris sent me the following email titled "How I became a 'Happy Herbivore' :)" The story of his journey is one that will inspire us …
I'm home (I think I mentioned that?) from my summer in France :)I'm also finishing up my vegan Europe travel book!!! It should be here …
This week we're meeting David, who after several life threatening traumas and surgeries (which also led him to battle addiction and other medical issues) he …
After sharing my recipe for a homemade sports drink on Friday, a few people emailed asking how much water we need to drink every day. "I …
You've got questions...Q: What kind of bread do you suggest when done with the reboot? A: See my post, Looking for Plant-Based (Vegan) Bread.To summarize …
In October 2012, Katie emailed me asking if I knew anything about ulcers and if a plant-based diet can help. Unfortunately, I did not have …
Before we talk about soy (and before you leave a comment), please read this article on soy, "Finally, The Truth About Soy", and also read …
I'm always getting questions about make up and skin care and since I don't really wear make up and my skin care routine is washing …
Before I get into today's post, I wanted to remind you all about the virtual minimalist declutter party challenge taking place tomorrow! Not only will …
It's okay to go at this sauce with a spoon. I won't judge. It's also great with nachos, burritos, enchiladas, or inside a black bean quesadilla.
Remember Jana? Jana is cooking her way through Happy Herbivore Abroad — a new recipe every day! She last checked in with us at Day …
Meet our Herbie of the Week: Penny!Back in 2011, Penny was scheduled for an angiogram and stent when a failed stress test showed she had …
