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Debunking Common Arguments Against Plant-based Eating
Whether you are already vegan or starting your journey to eat more consciously, it helps to know some basic facts—and myths—about plant-based eating.
Dec 30, 2021
Mental Health Impacts of Living Near a Factory Farm

When talking about the issue of factory farming, it is most common to first think about the treatment of animals and maybe even the environmental impact of industrialized farming.…

Dec 09, 2021
Fast Food Can Be Plant-Based Too!

Historically, one of the primary misconceptions of eating plant-based in the western world is cost. Some believe it to be difficult to ensure you are eating well without burning through your bank account, since non-meat sources of protein are perceived to be expensive.…

Dec 02, 2021
Plant-Based Meat: What Is It Made of, and Is It Healthy?
Choosing plant-based meats over animal-based products is kinder to the animals, your body, and the planet. With so many plant-based meat products on the market, as well as delicious and creative recipes to try at home, it’s never been easier to eat the foods that you love without supporting animal cruelty. 
Nov 16, 2021
Meat Consumption and the Leading Cause of Death

The current leading cause of death in the world is heart disease, which is responsible for at least one out of every four deaths in the United States alone.…

Nov 11, 2021
Myth: Milk is Needed to Help Your Bones Grow

As a child, you probably heard your mother say, “You have to drink your milk if you want to grow and be strong!”…

Nov 04, 2021
Factory Farms as a Potential Source of the Next Pandemic
When animals on farms are so densely concentrated, pathogens are able to spread more easily, making factory farms a hotspot for zoonotic diseases.
Jul 14, 2021
Chris's Ultimate Guide to the Best Plant-based Alternatives
Learn about the best plant-based milks, cheeses, and meat alternatives that the vegans of yesteryear could only fantasize about!
Jul 07, 2021
The Current State of Cultivated Meat
Cultivated meat is being sold in Singapore and Israel. Where are we with the technology?
Jun 30, 2021
Learning From a Disease-filled Past
How factory farming worsens the spread of diseases such as mad cow.
Jun 23, 2021
FFAC's Plant-Based Diet Quick Start Guide
Looking to try out a plant-based diet this year? FFAC fellow Cora Gertjejanssen gives a quick start guide for anyone trying out a more compassionate and sustainable diet!
Jan 06, 2021
Creating a More Compassionate Thanksgiving Dinner
Whether you are transitioning to a more plant based diet or curious how to have a more sustainable approach, a compassionate Thanksgiving meal is a great way to start.
Nov 25, 2020
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