Innholdsfortegnelse for Wellness 2023 i VegNews Magazine

I LOVE THE BEGINNING of a new year and all the fresh, exciting possibilities that come with it. It’s such a great opportunity to reset, refresh, and restart. For 2023, the VegNews team and I are focused on revamping our wellness habits, and we’ve dedicated this issue to sharing some of what we’ve learned in the process. My definition of wellness is constantly evolving as I move through life. At its core are the immutable basics: healthy vegan food, daily movement, a good night’s sleep, and quality relationships. But with the omni-present pull of technology and a demanding (but rewarding) work life that requires so much of my attention, I’ve had to fine-tune my approach to staying happy and healthy. I know from experience that it’s easy to let one…

RICH ROLL Ultra-endurance athlete, podcast host, and bestselling author “When I made the decision to train for Ultraman, I was already sold on the idea that not only could I do it on a plant-based diet, but that eating plant-based would be my secret weapon.” PATRIK BABOUMIAN Record-breaking powerlifter named Germany’s Strongest Man “The world’s strongest animals are plant eaters: gorillas, buffaloes, elephants, and me.” VIVIAN KONG Olympic fencer and winner of Hong Kong’s first fencing World Cup and World Championship titles “Being vegan has changed my life. As an athlete, I’ve been able to recover so much faster from tough practices. [I love] all the benefits for the animals and the environment, too.” MICKY PAPA Top 10 Olympic skateboarder and certified nutritional advisor “Some of the best professional skaters…

“Animal farming has obliterated our beautiful forests and animals beyond recognition. We need to shift to vegan diets to protect our rivers, oceans, air, and soils. It’s time to mobilize and organize in our communities to put pressure on our elected officials to negotiate a global Plant Based Treaty and avoid planetary collapse.”—Actor Paul Wesley on his support of the landmark international Plant Based Treaty endorsed by more than 60,000 signatories worldwide BURGER KING RECENTLY UNVEILED A COMPLETELY VEGAN LOCATION stocked with vegan bacon, cheese, mayonnaise, and even carefully selected paper products. The month-long plant-based concept in Lisbon, Portugal offered hungry diners fully vegan Whoppers, chicken nuggets, chicken sandwiches, and more, following similar meat-free concept stores and menus in London, Madrid, Israel, and Germany. The successes of these concepts are helping…

Mixologist’s Tip For a simple homemade caramel sauce, combine 1 (11.25-ounce) can of condensed coconut milk, ¼ cup coconut sugar, 1 teaspoon tapioca starch, and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Over medium heat, bring to a simmer, and stir constantly for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool completely before using. THE COCKTAIL Spiked Matcha Amaretto Latte Classic Italian almond-flavored amaretto liqueur adds a rich nuttiness to this slightly bitter and sweet green tea latte. SERVES 1 1 teaspoon matcha powder1 tablespoon hot water½ cup hot oat milk1 tablespoon hazelnut syrup3 tablespoons amaretto liquor Vegan whipped cream, for garnish⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon for garnish1 cinnamon stick for garnish 1. Into a cup, sift matcha powder. Add water and oat milk, and stir until smooth. Add hazelnut syrup and…

1/Out of this world While traipsing State Street—one of the main thoroughfares in Santa Barbara—stop to dine and unwind at Satellite, a natural wine bar and fully vegetarian restaurant where you can munch on light bites while soaking up wine insight from knowledgeable staff. Don’t miss dishes like the house focaccia served with confit garlic, and the Yoga Pants Salad, made with whatever’s local and freshest from the farmers’ market. 2/Devilishly good If there’s one local chef who has risen to popularity and affectionately become synonymous with the vegan food scene in Santa Barbara, it’s Dalan Moreno, chef and founder of Rascal’s. Moreno’s Mexican-inspired dishes are meticulously crafted down to the last detail, including milling the corn in-house for their freshly made tortillas. Make sure to try one of Moreno’s…

ASK TAYLOR Q. I’m finding myself entering a stage of life where I might think about having a baby. But I hear so much conflicting information about being vegan while pregnant. Is it safe? PRO TIP Not sure how to meet your nutrient needs during pregnancy? Reach out to a vegan registered dietitian for personalized guidance. They’ll be able to assess your current eating patterns and give you tailored advice for getting everything you need to help you and your baby thrive. A. GREAT QUESTION—nutrient needs increase during pregnancy, and you’re growing another human, so is it possible to get everything you need without animal foods? The answer to these questions, in general, is yes! The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says that appropriately planned vegan diets are healthful for…

Bleusalt Founder Lyndie Benson’s gone-viral brand Bleusalt started out in Malibu, working with the likes of supermodels Cindy Crawford and daughter Kaia Gerber to create high-quality loungewear basics with the softest materials. Reach for the brand’s boleros, blazers, and pull-on pants—all size-inclusive from 00 to 3X—for comfort and luxury. Neu Nomads Designing breathable, easy-to-wear outfits that can transition from day to evening while maintaining strict eco-friendly standards is the mission of this female-owned and operated startup. Whether it be palazzo pants made with sumptuously soft Tencel or satin button-down blouses, Neu Nomads blends business with casual so you can seamlessly go from back-to-back Zoom meetings to a night of zooming around town. Alabama Chanin Started 22 years ago by slow design pioneer Natalie “Alabama” Chanin, her namesake brand delivers effortlessly…

NOURISHING VEGAN EVERY DAY What does it mean to lead a balanced, nourished lifestyle? For blogger and recipe developer Amy Lanza, it means enjoying food that makes you feel your best while listening to your body’s cravings. Transform your relationship with food—and do away with false notions of “good” and “bad” foods—with this 192-page tome. Lanza guides you through the joys of plant-based eating and cooking hacks to help you rethink food, indulge your cravings, and practice balance and moderation. Kick off your morning with Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Cheese Scones, enjoy a healthy Moroccan-Style Quinoa Salad for lunch, and for dinner, whip up a batch of Smoky Sweet Potato-Mixed Bean Chili. Don’t forget to finish the night with Fudgy Raspberry Brownies because #treatingyourself is the new norm.…

“Reaction videos—watching people watch TV shows, movies, and other media—are one of my biggest guilty pleasures. So when I stumbled onto vegan YouTuber Machond’s channel Talk and Eat TV, I was hooked. The full-time chef, part-time content creator is gut-bustingly hilarious, her hybrid recipe-“talkin sh*t” video podcasts are my favorite, and she always sticks up for the horses during Game of Thrones.”—RICHARD BOWIE, SENIOR EDITOR “When the Food Network announced its first vegan cooking show, my interest was immediately piqued. But when I learned Tabitha Brown was hosting It’s CompliPlated, I cleared my evening schedule. Chefs creating crowd-pleasing vegan dishes is one thing, but watching them jump through hoops to conquer the judges’ endless list of ever-changing criteria (sugar- and oil-free dessert, anyone?) has earned the show a spot in…

“[I’m excited] to be named America’s newest vegan sweetheart by @VegNews in their latest Holiday Food Issue! I am honored to have a full-page interview in one of their biggest issues. Next stop: cover story.” @chefpriyanka Shout us out with the hashtag #vegnews for a chance to be featured in the magazine. “I’m pretty damn excited to be a featured recipe in the Holiday Food Issue of @VegNews. It’s been a weird year, and the opportunity to bring a little Jewish joy and Hanukkah cheer to your tables keeps me going.” @noshwithmicah VEGNEWS.COM Must Reads! 1. 10 Easy Meals for Vegan Beginners2. 5 Reasons to Forget Keto and Go Vegan3. Veganism Saved Her Life, Now She Makes a Living Out of It4. Feeling Sluggish? These 4 Vegan Foods Might Help5.…

SMOKY POBLANO & BLACK BEAN SOUS-VIDE BITE Mung bean-based JUST Egg with black beans, sweet corn kernels, roasted poblano peppers, and smoky chipotle chili CHICKEN SAUSAGE & PEPPER SANDWICH MINI Daring jalapeño chicken sausage and JUST Egg on toasted bread CHICKEN SAUSAGE & PEPPER SOUS-VIDE BITE Daring jalapeño chicken sausage with JUST Egg…

there is something about the egg that is so rich and evocative to the human psyche. With its graceful, efficient, rounded compactness, and the subtle tapering of its form, eggs are so universally iconic that the word “oval” stems from the Latin ovum, or the product of an ovary. But for all its natural elegance and millions of years of slow evolution, today, the egg is at the center of a brutal, fast-moving, mechanized industry that’s anything but beautiful. While you’re thinking about eggs, please consider Bean, a one-time prolific producer of them. Now living her best life in Thornton, CO, Bean is a rescued laying hen who was born for the express purpose of producing for the egg industry. But, lucky for her, she is now spending her days…

Southern Comfort Fried Chicken Tacos Nothing says self-care like Southern comfort food. But if you want to lighten up these tempting tacos, try air frying instead of deep frying to get the same golden-fried mushroom experience. SERVES 4 For the mashed potatoes: 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes½ cup vegan butter, room temperature¼ cup plain unsweetened vegan creamer2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme2 teaspoons onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper For the country gravy: ½ cup vegan butter½ cup all-purpose flour1 cup vegetable broth2 cups plain unsweetened soy milk¼ cup nutritional yeast1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon black pepper For the fried oyster mushroom chicken: 1 cup plain unsweetened soy milk2 tablespoons white vinegar½ teaspoon celery…

Brown Butter Delicata Squash Upside Down Cake Pineapple who? This wintertime spin on upside down cake is tender, fragrant, and sweet, just like its summertime counterpart. MAKES 1 CAKE ¾ cup cashew-based vegan butter, plus more for greasing pan, divided¾ cup brown sugar, divided1 small delicata squash, washed, seeded, and cut into ¼-inch-thick slices1¾ cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda¾ teaspoon salt½ cup plain unsweetened vegan milk1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar⅓ cup sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract2¼ tablespoons canola oilZest of 1 small orangeVegan whipped cream, for garnish 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8-inch cake pan with butter, then line with parchment paper. Set aside. 2. In a small saucepan over low heat, add ⅓ cup butter. Swirl pan and allow butter to brown, scraping…

After a visit to a dude ranch with her family, the actress—who appeared on Nickelodeon’s hit series Zoey 101 and Victorious—began connecting what was on her dinner plate to the various animals used at the rodeo. Since then, Monet has devoted her life to her biggest passion: veganism. Now, the 33-year-old mom of two not only advocates for a plant-based lifestyle to her more than 4.3 million Instagram followers, but is an avid investor of eco-conscious brands, the founder of her own ethical lifestyle app, and the co-founder of clean beauty subscription box Kinder Beauty. Beauty Editor ARUKA SANCHIR sat down with Monet to talk everything beauty, veganism, and what exactly her glowing-from-within skincare routine looks like. MORNING ROUTINE After a morning yoga class, I start my day with a…

1 PLANT-BASED ON A BUDGET QUICK & EASY After the ball drops and champagne toasts wane, in come the New Year’s resolutions. And between daily meditation, globetrotting, and spending more time with loved ones, who has time for healthy eating? Toni Okamoto’s fourth cookbook helps you stay on track with 100 easy plant-based recipes that won’t break the bank. With budgeting tips and an arsenal of time-saving kitchen tools, cooking happens in a flash so you can get back to collecting stamps in your passport. Must-makes: Vegan Buttermilk Biscuits, Sesame Ginger Noodles, Sheet Pan Ratatouille 2 EAT PLANTS, B*TCH After launching Atlanta’s iconic Slutty Vegan empire, Pinky Cole has one piece of advice: eat more plants, b*tch! And while we love hummus-dipped baby carrots, Cole’s debut cookbook proves vegan eating doesn’t mean…

TARA PUNZONE Sauce & Bliss, p.48 Where I live: West Hollywood, CA Veg for: 35 years Go-to breakfast: A toasted whole-grain everything bagel with jalapeño cream cheese Favorite wintertime latte: Oat milk latte with cinnamon Favorite dinner delivery: Love Organic Cafe in West Hollywood My dream winter escape: The Maldives ANNA KEEVE Soul Searching in Santa Barbara, p.69 Where I live: Oceanside, CA Veg for: Nine years Go-to breakfast: Sourdough toast with Miyoko’s butter, folded JUST Egg, and everything bagel seasoning Favorite wintertime latte: Matcha latte with a splash of caramel oat creamer Favorite dinner delivery: Caesar salad with crispy buffalo wings from Veggie Grill My dream winter escape: Anywhere sunny and tropical CHRIS TUCKER The Upside, p.64 Where I live: Los Angeles, CA Veg for: Three years Go-to breakfast:…

“Tragic outcomes for horses haunt New York City’s history, as well as other cities across the country. Horses, carriage passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and others are put at risk by this cruel and reckless industry. We say: ‘No more.’”—JOAQUIN PHOENIX, BILLIE EILISH, and 23 other celebrities in an open letter to the New York City Council, demanding an end to the horse-drawn carriage industry The record-breaking fundraising will finance the buildout of Europe’s largest cultivated meat factory that will specialize in creating foie gras from singular cells painlessly taken from living animals. The end result, Gourmey says, will be a new source of ethical foie gras that honors the cultural heritage of France while doing away with the cruel force-feeding and slaughtering traditionally needed to produce the delicacy.…

According to research presented at the North American Menopause Society’s annual meeting, a healthy vegan diet can tame menstrual pain better than a diet high in inflammatory foods such as meat, oil, sugar, salt, and coffee. It was found that a diet high in these foods worsens cramps by increasing lipids that constrict blood vessels in the uterine wall, while a plant-based diet rich in fruit and vegetables leads to significantly lower rates of inflammation and a reduction in cramps in the long term.…

“Put that crown on. You just polished it with sweat,” Robin Arzón says as she slows down her Peloton bike in front of her live, in-studio class and the millions of members tuning in at home. Arzón’s flourishing fitness career has catapulted her to the cover of Women’s Health, the vice president of fitness programming position at Peloton, and a brand ambassadorship with Adidas—but this wasn’t the path she grew up aiming for. In fact, there was a time when this ultramarathoner and certified personal trainer never would have considered herself an athlete. But after a traumatic, near-death incident in 2002 where she was held at gunpoint, Arzón discovered movement as a way to heal, and turned pain into strength as she discovered a newfound passion for fitness. Since leaving…

YOU CAN’T ESCAPE THEM. Whether they’re flame-grilled and turned into an old-school burger or ground down and transformed into a trendy elixir, mushrooms are absolutely everywhere these days. And for good reason: the versatility and utility of these fleshy, fruiting fungi span across industries, from packaged goods and restaurant dishes to fashion and life-saving therapies. So even now, hundreds of millions of years after first evolving on our planet, mushrooms are having a major moment. Here’s all you need to know. Cut Above the Rest Grilled chicken breast? Steak fillets? Crispy cutlets? Each revolutionary, whole cut of meat from food tech company Meati starts not from animal DNA or mountains of gluten, but with just one spore of a mushroom root. And the company is taking food grown from the…

Spicy Red Lentil Soup With Lemony Yogurt & Pickled Red Jalapeños Don’t skip out on the red jalapeños! These red peppers are from the same plant as their green counterparts, but are left on the vine longer to mature. This both ups the heat factor and adds a kiss of sweetness. SERVES 6 For the soup: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil½ brown onion, diced small2 cloves garlic, finely chopped1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced2 red jalapeños, diced1 Yukon Gold potato, peeled and diced½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon black pepper½ teaspoon cayenne2 cups dried red lentils1 bay leaf6 cups vegan chicken broth1 cup water2 teaspoons brown rice syrup3 tablespoons lemon juice For the lemony yogurt: 1 cup plain unsweetened vegan yogurt2 teaspoons olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus zest of ½ lemon¼…

In a neighborhood filled with red-brick apartment buildings and crumbling Craftsman homes, in one of the last bastions of what wistful residents often refer to as “Old Portland,” sits Fermenter—the city’s very own “friendly neighborhood beneficial bacteria emporium.” Peer through the massive picture windows during any given mealtime, and you’ll surely see a full house of smiling diners chowing down on massive sandwiches and colorful salads, all of which share one thing in common: they’re powered by plant-based ferments. At the helm of it all is Chef Aaron Adams, who made a name for himself in Portland’s vegan culinary scene as the co-founder of Portobello Vegan Trattoria, and later, Farm Spirit. Both ventures proved that there was room for plant-based fine dining in a city where vegan restaurants were still…

Avoid exhaustion—accept help Take advantage of offers from friends, family, and neighbors to cook or drop off food, ask for assistance when needed, and stash snacks in the areas where you may be feeding your baby. Hydrate and get your vitamins Drinking plenty of water and continuing to take your vegan prenatal multivitamin and other supplements as directed by your provider will help, too. Hit your choline goals—an essential micronutrient while lactating—with foods like tofu, soy milk, cruciferous vegetables, quinoa, and peanut butter, and consider a supplement. And make sure your prenatal contains at least 150 micrograms each of iodine and vitamin B12. Vegans also need to take a DHA supplement to ensure the baby is getting this critical nutrient through breast/chest milk. Keep perspective While prioritizing nourishment and hydration…

Feeling isolated from your family, friends, and even yourself definitely takes a mental toll—and for a lot of us, these last few years of living in the pandemic have been as tough as vegan leather. We’ve all had to make adjustments—to our living arrangements, our internet bandwidth, and (ahem) our belt loops. As for me, though I have always worked from home, my wife went from going to the office every day to being fully remote—leaving me to believe that our two attention-hungry dogs and food-obsessed cat are the ones who started the pandemic in the first place. It was all a ruse! But for some, feeling alone in your troubles—whether big or small—can be dizzying. In this column, we tackle some of those circumstances that lead us to question…

@fatvegana With videos like “What I Eat in a Day as a Fat Vegan Not Focused on Weight Loss” and glimpses into her daily life with her adorable cat, Ruth Ferrendelli is taking a stand on TikTok and determined to end fatphobia. The body-confident vegan’s humorous, self-aware videos make light of comments from online trolls that question her appearance. And Ferrendelli’s envy-inducing meals such as Chickpea Lentil Curry, Tofu Veggie Pho, and Zucchini Bread show that everyone can be healthy at any size. @bradtheboxer When it comes to knife skills, no one’s touching TikTok’s Bradley Jimenez. The Florida-based vegan personal chef showcases his impressive and speedy talents as he meal preps everything from Vodka Rice Noodles With Panko-Fried Eggplant to Jackfruit Guava Tacos to Loaded Sweet Potatoes for his 2.4…

Organic Coconut Spreads When it comes to toast toppers, put down the peanut butter and abandon the almond butter, because NUTIVA’s dreamy coconut spreads are about to be your new obsessions. Made with organic dried coconut and coconut milk powder, these smooth spreads are naturally sweet with less than five grams of sugar per serving. And better yet? The vanilla version is like eating a spreadable coconut macaroon. Grown-Up Mac & Cheese Feeding your inner child just got a decidedly dairy-free upgrade. GROWNAS* FOODS takes its name seriously, with a velvety cheese sauce made from potatoes, nutritional yeast, and coconut flour that comes to life with just a little vegan milk and butter. Really seal the deal by whipping up a box of the black truffle mac, and pair with…

Solo hiking “It gives me time alone with my thoughts, and the movement helps move anxiety, stress, and whatever else is weighing on me out of my body. The biggest plus is working through whatever’s going on in my mind in a beautiful place. Plus, as a social media manager, the chance to forcibly get unplugged (no service) is a huge lifesaver.”—Sarah McLaughlin, New Products Editor Baking (extra creative) cookies “I’m the King of Condiments—my cupboards and refrigerator door are loaded with sauces, pastes, sprinkles, powders, and anything else that can give my meals a little more oomph. And naturally, that has extended to my favorite cold-weather pastime: making cookies. Extra-fragrant olive oil, rosewater, red miso, I’ve done it all. But Rooted Fare’s Black Sesame Crunchy Butter made with brown…