How to Live a Healthy and Happy Vegan Lifestyle

  (Pictured: Ingredients for  "Hearty Tuscan Harvest Soup" Get the recipe here ) "Embracing a vegan's diet is an easy choice with a huge impact. Protect the planet and combat the climate crisis through sustainable and compassionate food choices." - Michael Corthell The world is facing an unprecedented climate emergency, and urgent action is needed to mitigate its impacts. While many solutions are being explored, one often overlooked aspect of addressing climate change is our dietary choices. A vegan diet, which excludes all animal products, has been gaining traction as a sustainable and environmentally-friendly lifestyle choice. By opting for a vegan diet, individuals can significantly contribute to protecting the planet. Below are five ways a vegan's diet can help fight the climate emergency. 1. Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions Animal agriculture is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, releasing significant amounts of methane and nitrous oxide ...

"Adopting veganism is an eco-conscious choice with global impact. By embracing plant-based diets, we curtail deforestation, conserve water, and slash greenhouse gas emissions, mitigating climate change and fostering a sustainable future, in fact, it is one of the best things any one person can do to fight the climate crisis.'' - Michael Corthell The summer of 2023 has delivered unprecedented heat waves and extreme weather events, underscoring the urgency of addressing climate change. Our familiar climate has transformed into something new and ever-changing, with profound consequences for both humans and nature. To mitigate these effects, it is crucial to understand the historical significance of these extreme conditions and the necessity for immediate global action. Among the solutions, transitioning to plant-based diets, like veganism, emerges as one of the best ways to combat climate change. Uncharted Territory: Historical Context of Unprecedented Heat This year'...

"Embracing veganism is not just a dietary choice; it is a powerful step towards mitigating manmade climate change and preserving the future of many species." Michael Corthell Climate change is no longer a distant threat ; it has become an urgent existential issue for many species on our planet. As temperatures rise, weather patterns become erratic, and habitats are disrupted, countless animal and plant species face the risk of extinction. Human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels and the expansion of animal agriculture, are the primary drivers of manmade climate change. In this article, I'll explore how the practice of veganism can play a significant role in mitigating the impacts of climate change on various species. Veganism, the choice to abstain from animal-based products, not only benefits individual health but also has a profound positive impact on the environment . Let's take a look into the reasons why adopting a vegan lifestyle can help safeg...

Netflix has announced the launch and sneak preview of Breaking Boundaries , a film detailing the science behind the catastrophic impact humans have had on Earth since the dawn of civilization. It’s narrated by David Attenborough. Viewers will be taken through the mounting issues of the ecological crisis by the world-renowned scientist, Professor Johan Rockström. It will also delve into the solutions.   

  Leonardo DiCaprio is leading a $43 million pledge to rewild and restore the Galápagos Islands. The actor, environmentalist, and entrepreneur is partnering with conservation groups such as Galápagos National Park Directorate and Island Conservation as well as the local community. This follows the launch of Re:wild (formerly known as Global Wildlife Conservation), an organization co-founded by DiCaprio and a group of conservation experts and scientists. Re:wild’s other supporting partners include Ecuador’s Ministry of Environment and Water and the Charles Darwin Foundation. According to DiCaprio , the new group aims to “amplify and scale the local solutions being led by Indigenous peoples and local communities, nongovernmental organizations, companies, and government agencies” in order to increase their overall impact. “More than half of Earth’s remaining wild areas could disappear in the next few decades if we don’t decisively act. This is why today I am excited to launch @Rewild ...

  The natural historian has used his platform in the past to advocate plant-based eating. Veteran broadcaster Sir. David Attenborough has been named People’s Advocate ahead of the UN climate summit. The natural historian will work with the UK as a host of COP26 – an event organized to ‘accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement’. He will address world leaders at major international events over the next six months and put forward a ‘compelling case’ for climate action. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised Attenborough for inspiring ‘millions of people in the UK and around the world’ to help protect the planet for future generations. Continue...