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Save this for when you’re grocery shopping! Afte Save this for when you’re grocery shopping! After spillin the 'green' tea on why some sugar isn't vegan - I’m following up with a vegan sugar cheat sheet you can quickly reference when needed. If you missed my sugar reel, go back and watch for additional info. 7 Refined Sugar Alternatives that are Vegan: 1. COCONUT SUGAR - made from the blossom of the the coconut palm flower by extracting the sap from the small clusters of buds and boiled to produce a crystalized sugar. 2. BEET SUGAR - derived from the sugar beet plant and is made using a process that involves thinly slicing sugar beets to extract the natural sugar juice. 3. RAW CANE SUGAR - the less processed version of cane sugar, which is made from crystalized sugar from the sugarcane plant that has not been refined and (which means no bone char like I mentioned in my reel). 4. STEVIA - made from REB-A, a glycoside extracted from the stevia leaf that is 200 times sweeter than sugar. 5. MAPLE SYRUP - made by collecting the sap of maple trees and boiling it down to a sugary reduction. Also, maple ranks lower on the glycemic index than white sugar. 6. DATE SYRUP - minimally processed and made when dried dates are chopped, boiled, pureed and strained to create a deep and flavorful syrup. 7. MOLASSES - comes from crushed sugar cane or beets and is a by-product of the sugar-making process. My faves are coconut sugar and maple syrup. What's your favorite sweetener?
Did you know one of the top causes of world hunger Did you know one of the top causes of world hunger is the focus on the production of animal-based foods? For #WorldFoodDay, I want to highlight that little known fact. It sounds odd, but it’s a misconception that animal agriculture is a necessary evil to feed the population. The main reason it fuels world hunger is because of the extensive amount of resources it takes to farm animals. Meat production fuels everything from land use changes and deforestation to water depletion and pollution. None of which is kind to humans, animals, or the planet. Next time you want to impress your friends with a fun fact, let ‘em know how the transition to plant-based food systems worldwide could help bring an end to global hunger in a much more efficient and cruelty-free way!
Cattle ranching has fueled up to 91% of deforestat Cattle ranching has fueled up to 91% of deforestation since 1970 (source: @WorldBank). Also ironically, even though one of the main crops growing in the rainforest is soybeans, a plant-based food, the majority of those soybeans aren't even grown to feed humans - it's produced to feed the animals raised for farming. Veganism is intersectional in so many ways. Some think it's only about health. Some think it's only about animals. Not everyone understands it's also directly tied to the environment (and other social justice issues). There is so much to share on this topic, but today I'm keeping it brief for those who are new to learning about the environmental impacts of the animal agriculture industry. ❗The Assignment: A week ago, @guardian published an article about how the Amazon rainforest is losing 200,000 acres a day and soon it will be too late. Read it if you have time today 🍵 What's one fact you learned about the link between animal agriculture and sustainability that shocked you?
In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. For years In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. For years he got credit for discovering America, when credit wasn't due. This colonizer should really be credited for staging a horrifyingly violent coup. So now we pay homage to the real ones who were already here. Indigenous Peoples, We Celebrate YOU. Signed, Not A Poet But I Tried 📃 Here is a list of just *some* of Christopher Columbus's crimes: 1. Columbus documented in his own journal how he kidnapped a Carib woman to "take his pleasure with her." 2. He allowed a crew member to publicly cut off a native's ears to shock others into submission. 3. He enslaved thousands. 4. Forced natives to collect gold for him or be killed. 5. Terrorized over 50,000 natives to the point they took their own lives to avoid being captured. This is who America spent years uplifting as a hero, rather than ackowledging him for the tyrant he was. It's time to update the history books. *I post this little history lesson every year. Share with others who might not be aware of it! How much of this info did you already know?
After spillin the 'green' tea on why fabric soften After spillin the 'green' tea on why fabric softener (both liquid + dryer sheets) isn't vegan and how it's toxic to our health and planet - y'all had some great questions! If you missed my fabric softener reel, go back and read the caption, because there's good info in there about the most common chemicals that threaten our bodies + the animal parts that are used. Here are some tips to help you detoxify your laundry routine: 1. Replace dryer sheets with vegan dryer balls (made from bamboo/hemp). Please avoid wool dryer balls 🙏🏽 On top of it not being vegan for exploiting sheep, it's also bad for the environment because the wool industry is a huge contributor to climate change and pollution. 2. Replace liquid fabric softener by adding half a cup of white distilled vinegar during a load's rinse cycle. It has a low pH, which makes it amazing for fighting stubborn residues, odors, and other build up. And yes it will soften your laundry! 3. Static is caused by over drying. When no moisture is left, this invites static electricity. Allow clothes to dry only until they're not wet anymore. At the end of the day, fabric softener is a giant waste of your coins y'all. Do your wallet, health, the planet and animals a favor and ditch that ish! 💁🏽‍♀️
Support and share these sustainable and vegan Lati Support and share these sustainable and vegan Latina-owned beauty + body care brands, not just for Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, but now and forever 💋💚 Brands in post: @bombacurls, @axiology_beauty, @myceremonia, @bubblymoonnaturals, @nopalera.co
"I will save the animals." Yes he will! 🥰 Or at "I will save the animals." Yes he will! 🥰 Or at least his vegan mom can hope he'll try his best. So far it's been pretty easy raising a vegan kid, but we're only 8 months in 😄 He drinks breastmilk and a balanced diet of plant-based solids. As he gets older, the biggest challenge I anticipate experiencing is him going to school and hanging out with friends who aren't vegan 😅 Not sure how I'll navigate that, but all I can think of now is to teach him compassion for animals, the planet, and his own personal health and just hope he sticks to those values even when he's not by my side. Anyone else out there raising a vegan kid?
Sunday Photo Dump. Spent yesterday morning meeting Sunday Photo Dump. Spent yesterday morning meeting other folks in the green space while touring @atlbotanical. Thanks to my new friend @farmernick for coordinating this outing! I met some new faces including @terracottahotties, @blackplantchick, @creativeplantmama, @sayhuyen, and a few more dope peeps. Even finally met one of my favorite vegan activists @domzthompson! Swipe left for photos and to see the whole crew! Have you ever met anyone on social media IRL before?
Giving the closing speech about climate action on Giving the closing speech about climate action on the same stage as @staceyabrams was an honor I can't even begin to put into words! 20,000 people tuned in for the @climatepower #ClimateActionNow event and I don't take that lightly. Never take for granted your ability to help change the world. You may feel like you're only one person, but I believe in domino effects - one conversation with someone could have ripple effects that spread to places you never imagined. In 2015, my friend Jannae taught me about pollution while we were on a beach in Bali. It set me down a path that altered my lifestyle, career, and entire world. Her one conversation with me led to me addressing 20k people on stage about climate change 6 years later. So do not stay silent. Climate change is happening NOW and not enough people are talking about it, but YOU can change that. Next time you're socializing with a friend or family member, bring it up! 🙏🏽
TODAY: I'll be speaking at @climatepower's #Climat TODAY: I'll be speaking at @climatepower's #ClimateActionNow event alongside my shero @staceyabrams, as well as @BigTiggerShow, @blackman_dna, @mbrionte, @aliciascottforward, and others! Tune in to the FB or TW livestream from 4:30PM ET 💻 I put links to both in my bio! So excited y'all!! Let's give climate action the attention it NEEDS.
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Ashley Renne

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Posted on 12 Nov 202012 Nov 2020
REVIEW: EC30 Eco-Friendly Home Cleaning and Body Care Products

Blog, Green Living, Sustainable Products

REVIEW: EC30 Eco-Friendly Home Cleaning and Body Care Products

This post is sponsored by EC30. All opinions are my own. The cleaning industry generates a lot of long-lasting waste. These days household products come wrapped in plastic, toxins, and extra ingredients we don’t even need. Wouldn’t it be great if you could buy cleaning and body care products wrapped in eco-friendly packaging that won’t

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Posted on 3 Jun 20204 Jun 2020
5 Black-Owned Vegan Food Brands to Put in Your Kitchen

Blog, Vegan Food

5 Black-Owned Vegan Food Brands to Put in Your Kitchen

Here are a few Black vegan food brands to add to your kitchen!  

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Posted on 15 Mar 202015 Mar 2020
9 Anti Viral Foods That Boost Immunity

Blog, Vegan Food, Vegan Lifestyle

9 Anti Viral Foods That Boost Immunity

Here is a list of 9 immune-boosting, anti-viral foods that I incorporate regularly into my plant-based meals. 

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Posted on 27 Jan 202027 Jan 2020
Best Barbados Eco Travel Guide: Sustainable and Vegan Friendly Things to Do and Eat

Blog, Caribbean, Destinations, Hotels, Sustainable Tourism, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Vegan Food, Vegan Lifestyle

Best Barbados Eco Travel Guide: Sustainable and Vegan Friendly Things to Do and Eat

What is there to experience in Barbados for sustainable, vegan, and/or nature loving travelers? Here’s the best eco-friendly travel guide to the island. 

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Posted on 21 Jan 202014 Feb 2020
5 Vegan-Friendly Ways to Avoid Mosquito Bites While Traveling

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5 Vegan-Friendly Ways to Avoid Mosquito Bites While Traveling

Vegan-friendly ways to prevent mosquito bites. 

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Posted on 19 Nov 201919 Nov 2019
Sustainable Fashion Diary – Cleveland Ohio

Beauty & Style, Blog, Green Living, Vegan Fashion

Sustainable Fashion Diary – Cleveland Ohio

Renting clothing is one of my favorite sustainable approaches to fashion. Here’s what I rented during my Cleveland vacation. 

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Posted on 14 Nov 201914 Nov 2019
10 Ways to Create a Sustainable Organic Garden

Blog, Green Living

10 Ways to Create a Sustainable Organic Garden

How do you grow a garden filled with flowers, fruits, and vegetables that’s organic, sustainable, and eco-friendly? Here are 10 ways to create an eco garden. 

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Posted on 22 Oct 20194 Nov 2019
Is Camel Riding Ethical? | Sustainable Travel in Egypt

Animal Activism, Blog, Destinations, Middle East, Opinion, Sustainable Tourism

Is Camel Riding Ethical? | Sustainable Travel in Egypt

Is camel riding ethical? In Egypt I witnessed cruel working conditions for camels, horses and donkeys. Here are my thoughts. 

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Posted on 1 Oct 20191 Oct 2019
58 Fall Fruits and Vegetables to Try This Autumn

Vegan Food

58 Fall Fruits and Vegetables to Try This Autumn

What fruits and vegetables are grown during the fall season? Here’s the full list! 

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Posted on 16 Sep 201917 Sep 2019
Self-Driving Electric Cars Don’t Exist | It Can Wait Pledge

Blog, Opinion, Smart Tech

Self-Driving Electric Cars Don’t Exist | It Can Wait Pledge

Distracted driving is outdated. Whatever it is, it can wait. Here are 5 ways to prevent distractions from happening!  

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