When I first became vegetarian, I did so timidly. I didn’t have answers to all of the questions commonly asked of people who give up the traditional American diet. I didn’t have a strong justification for my choice; I told people that I just wanted to eat healthier. Nobody thought I would stick with it. Now, four years and lots of reading later…

In South Florida, summer is tomato season. To take advantage of my mom’s garden of bountiful cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs during my trip home

If you are an incoming freshman vegetarian or vegan, you are probably wondering how veg-friendly Penn is and what your options are. I’m not gonna lie: I have probably consumed more lettuce in the past nine months than in the past five years, and that’s saying a lot. But not to worry! The past year has seen significant improvements in both variety and availability of vegetarian food on campus. It is well on its way to earning a spot on PETA’s list of “Most Vegan-Friendly College Campuses” (sadly, Penn was …

Vegan athletics? Isn’t that oxymoronic? Certainly NOT! It’s a balance of both an intense love for your body and a maximally conscious lifestyle. Professional athletes such as Brendan Brazier turn more and more frequently to the ultimate performance results of veganism, since it provides what is absolutely essential to an endurance athlete: an energized body and mind ready to achieve. These paragons of physical ability prove to us that not only that vegans can be athletes but also that they are often the best prepared.

Big Food has money–lots of it–and they use it to further their own legislative interests. It is a sad truth that our lawmakers, entrusted with acting in the best interest of Americans, are instead often swayed by the influence of Big Food.

Last weekend, I had my first experience at the mother of all pizza shops, Blackbird Pizzeria. They are an all-vegan establishment that opened within the past year, replacing the struggling Gianna’s Grille.

Today’s New York Times published an insightful article on the not-so-all-American veggie burger.

If you’re looking for the coziest place in Philadelphia to grab a quick bite to satisfy that sweet tooth, then look no further than Sweet Freedom Bakery.

Michele Simon JD, MPH, the author of the article, explains how the Happy Meal sold at McDonald’s violates laws already on the books about advertising to children.

Food in America is in trouble, and greedy Big Food and Big Ag are working hard to keep us consumers in the dark.