Know Your Nuts
by Purple Carrot Nuts aren’t just tasty, they’re extremely nutritious. Here’s a rundown of some of our favorite nuts and all the impressive health benefits that go with them. Almonds Arguably the most popular nut for snacking, almonds are low in saturated fat
All About Ube with Kym Estrada
Meet Kym The California-based baker who creates gorgeous (and vegan!) Filipinx baked goods It’s not every day you see stunning purple baked goods. For Kym Estrada—who makes these delicious treats using ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines—it’s not just
How to Create A Plant-Based Gift Basket
by Purple Carrot DIY gifts are extra special, and we love the idea of making a delectable plant-based gift basket for Mother’s Day—or any occasion, really. Here’s how to make one: Grab a basket, or even a smallcardboard box that you
February is American Heart Month
by Purple Carrot While there are lots of really good reasons to eat plant-based meals during American Heart Month, we thought we’d give you one more: A recent clinical study found that eating Purple Carrot meals can help people lose weight and
A Vegan Valentine’s Day
by Emily Phares Looking for ways to celebrate Valentine's Day? We suggest keeping it classic with dinner and a movie. Here are our some of our favorite rom-coms paired with delicious plant-based recipes. Pretty in Pink & Beet Pancakes with Raspberry Butter
Happy New Year!
by Emily Phares When the clock strikes midnight on December 31, everyone’s suddenly got a blank slate. It's January 1: a new year, and time for some new goals. Maybe some new hobbies or a new hairstyle. Or a new personal
15 Plant-Based Restaurants to Check Out
by Purple Carrot We love, love, love to cook at home (obviously), but this summer we’re also making an effort to support our favorite local plant-based restaurants. The restaurants below are known for knocking vegan cooking out of the park, and
Let’s Cultivate the Plant-Based Revolution
by Purple Carrot For over five years, Purple Carrot has been spreading the word about the power of plants to transform you and the planet. Eating more fruits and vegetables is good for human health. Plants are awesome fuel for our bodies
Fall Holiday Feasts Around the World
by Purple Carrot If you're like us, all year long you look forward to Thanksgiving. All this prep made us wonder, are there are fall holiday feasts in other countries? Are they similar or different to American Thanksgiving? Here's a look
Guest Blog Post: Let’s Beat Breast Cancer
By Neal Barnard, MD, FACC Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, is an adjunct professor of medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Dr. Barnard has led numerous research
How Athletes Can Score with a Plant-Based Diet
by: Sarah Gold Anzlovar, MS, RDN, LDN How you fuel your body can affect your athletic performance. Following a healthy diet is a good foundation, but athletes have unique nutrient needs. Even casual athletes or “weekend warriors” (we’re talking to you
Get Your Nutrients In and Your Glow On
by: Purple Carrot What you put into your body is just as important as what you put on your skin! While research into how specific foods impact your health is always deepening, eating more fruits and vegetables is a surefire way