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Where on Earth Does Gelatin Come From?
The gelatin available at most grocery stores is primarily made from a protein found in the bones of farmed animals such as cows and pigs.
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The gelatin available at most grocery stores is primarily made from a protein found in the bones of farmed animals such as cows and pigs.
Health•8 min read
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The vast majority of chickens spend their entire lives in the confinement of a factory farm. Farmed animals live for about six weeks before they are slaughtered.
Food•6 min read
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In the wild, dolphins spend their lives surrounded by other dolphins. But in captivity, life looks very different, and their health often suffers as a result.
Climate•8 min read
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Plant-based foods are one of the food industry's top-selling items. Here are a few of this year's trends, from "meatier" meat to plant-based seafood.
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Virtually every member of the animal kingdom benefits from a more mentally stimulating environment, especially zoo animals, cats, dogs, and even mice.
Science•8 min read
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There is not a lot of actual meat in hot dogs, even when it’s listed as a top ingredient. They are mostly water and fat, but hot dog companies don't…
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To produce milk, dairy cattle need to be impregnated. The typical dairy cow is bred every single year, giving her body no break from producing milk or carrying a baby.
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There are many different ways to measure the growth of veganism. One way to do so is by looking at how popular the term is on Google Trends.
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Eating raw meat may be a common practice around the world, but that doesn’t make it safe. Eating raw meat raises the risk of a range of health problems.
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As human activity continues to encroach on the natural world, more and more species are being put in harm's way.
Climate•7 min read
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Maintaining a vegan diet can help you manage certain conditions like diabetes or heart disease. Vegans also tend to live healthier lives.
Diet•8 min read
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Eating less meat is the most powerful tool we have to avoid climate destruction. Here are a few tips to help you eat more sustainably.
Climate•8 min read
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Over half of the world’s population suffers from lactose malabsorption, the condition behind lactose intolerance. Learn how to avoid its worst symptoms.
Diet•8 min read
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Food tech startups reportedly received more than $39 billion in new funding in 2021. Food delivery companies and online grocers led the way.
Science•10 min read
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Want to change the way you eat? You came to the right place. Here's a comprehensive guide to eating plant-based.
Diet•8 min read
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All of life is interconnected, and a food web is one way to show how important each plant, animal, fungus, and bacteria is to habitats around the world.
Climate•10 min read
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Buddhism focuses on doing no harm. As a result, many of its 500 million practitioners around the world, though not all of them, abstain from eating meat.
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If you're trying to eat less meat, try one of the recipes listed in this article—all of which feature vegetables and legumes as primary ingredients.
Diet•9 min read
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For the last several years, meat consumption in the United States has, in fact, been increasing. But many Americans are deciding to make a change.
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Scientists say dietary change is required to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change. Higher-income countries can maximize their impact by eating less meat.
Climate•7 min read
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Reducing meat consumption can have numerous benefits on human health, the environment, and animals. Find out how to take charge of your diet today.
Diet•8 min read
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With more than a quarter-million factory farms to its name, America has officially ushered in the rise of industrial agriculture. Small farmers are paying the price.
Food•2 min read
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Veganism has grown exponentially in the last several years. Today, it is a mighty campaigning and ethical force. Want to get involved?
Diet•10 min read
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There are several health issues to consider when consuming milk. Milk contains large amounts of fat, causes acne, and can trigger allergic reactions.
Diet•8 min read
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For years, fish farming was championed as a sustainable alternative to overfishing. But many advocates worry it has unseen consequences.
Climate•9 min read
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In the U.S., dairy farms generate $628 billion annually. And while they add to the GDP of many countries, they also cause harm that cannot be undone.
Food•8 min read
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Cheese addiction is real, and overconsumption of cheese can have serious consequences for your personal health and the health of others.
Diet•8 min read
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In the dairy industry, a cow’s life is segmented into predictable, routine steps to help farms make the most profit. We took a closer look at what happens next.
Food•8 min read
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Animal agriculture is responsible for a large portion of global emissions. If you’re trying to lower your carbon footprint, going vegan may be the answer.
Climate•7 min read
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Many people believe it is impossible to lead a healthy life while only eating plants. We spoke with an award-winning dietician to set the record straight.
Diet•7 min read
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The war impacts millions of lives, including the animals and advocates in Ukraine committed to protecting them. Here's what you can do to help.
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The terms cage-free and free-range may seem very similar but in reality, there are some key differences between the two. Here’s what you need to know.
Food•7 min read
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From an early age, we’re taught that milk is essential to our growth and development. What we’re not taught is where that milk comes from.
Climate•2 min read
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Advocates have worked for decades to educate the public about the danger of mink farms. During the pandemic, their work became hyper-relevant.
Food•9 min read
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We cover the exploitation of animals wherever it persists. Here's a shortlist of some of the best and worst places for animals rights.
Law & Policy•8 min read
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The egg industry is a dark, complicated place. We took a closer look at the mistreatment of birds on egg farms and what you can do to help.
Food•7 min read
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Egg farming is the practice of raising birds—such as chickens, ducks, and geese—to produce eggs for human use. Take a look inside this secretive industry.
Food•9 min read
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Just transition is a framework that aims to protect frontline workers by prioritizing their needs during the transition away from an exploitative economy.
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A lot of people might be surprised by the vast array of plant-based foods that contain protein. Here's a list of some of the most delicious options out there.
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Foie gras directly translates to “fat liver,” which is exactly what it is. Learn more about the birds who suffer so that people can eat this so-called delicacy.
Food•7 min read
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Experts believe that drug-resistant bacteria, many of which are born on factory farms, could be the cause of the next pandemic. We took a closer look.
Food•2 min read
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Should animals be used in zoos, rodeos, circuses, and other forms of entertainment? Read more about their time in captivity, and then answer the question.
Entertainment•11 min read
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On large-scale duck farms, thousands of ducks are crammed together with no access to water. The rest of their lives is increasingly unnatural.
Food•11 min read
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Animal rescue is a social service that helps protect animals from dangerous situations that often involve cruelty and abuse. Find out how you can get involved.
Policy•10 min read
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Big Food is characterized by the domination of major food markets by a few large companies. In the food industry, the lack of competition leads to a host of problems.
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Veganism is much more than just a diet. It is a way of life that seeks to reduce suffering wherever it persists.
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Dairy cows are kind, emotional, and social creatures. However, the dairy industry sees them as nothing more than sources of milk.
Food•12 min read
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Learn about what protein is, how it works, and how to get enough of it while maintaining a vegetarian diet.
Health•10 min read
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Animal trafficking is considered to be one of the most profitable illegal activities in the world. Monkeys, tigers, and pangolins are all heavily trafficked.
Policy•9 min read
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More than 90 percent of drugs that pass clinical trials in animals fail to prove effective for use in humans. Yet, the FDA still spends millions on animal testing.
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