Advice For Those Taking Part In Veganuary For The First Time

January 03, 2023David Beaver

Our favourite month of the year is here (well apart from May-July though but that doesn't count as they are sunny).  We've loved January ever since we started our journey with Root Kitchen and that is because it's all about Veganuary! Here are our top tips for making sure you get the most from your Veganuary experience

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Plant Based Foods From Across The World

August 21, 2022David Beaver

There are certain plant-based societies across the world that take pride in their veganism and have long, productive lives. Let's go on a little virtual tour of the globe and delve into a few classic vegan destinations on this sunny Sunday afternoon.

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Give Your Dad A Vegan Meal This Father's Day

June 08, 2022David Beaver

If your old man is anything like mine, he'll probably laugh at the concept of a vegan dinner and mock you for being environmentally conscious (past compulsory recycling and having an allotment at the end of the garden). I'm envious of you if this isn't the case!

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Tackling Childhood Obesity With A Plant-Based Diet

May 07, 2022David Beaver

People seem genuinely surprised when I tell them that our girls (8 and 5 at the time of writing) regularly eat a variety of fruit and vegetables, beans and even tofu, without grumbling.  Can plant-based diets work for children? As parents, our biggest fear was telling ourselves, "I'll make that for the two of us a night when we don't have the kids."

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What Happens if You Cut Out Meat & Dairy For a Month?

May 06, 2022David Beaver

What if I told you that cutting out meat and dairy products could reduce your risk of numerous diseases, improve intestinal health and give 30 days of reduced inflammation?  There are loads of reasons why you may consider being vegan, even if you've never considered it previously.

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