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Whistler Virtual Vegan Fest June 20th

June 17, 2020 By julia

First off, I hope you are all doing well amidst the firey world we’re all living in at this moment.

I have taken some time to step back from content creation (thank you to those who reached out), and continue to try my best to educate myself more on everything that is Black Lives Matter. With that, moving forward I will now be more proactive in featuring and lifting up the Black Voices in the vegan community. There are many!

That’s what the last blog post is all about.
15 Inspiring Black Vegans You Need to Follow

PLUS, places to donate and Black-Owned businesses to support.

Sending out love and compassion to all of you!

BIG NEWS
The Whistler Virtual Vegan Fest
June 20th
5 PM

For Free or by Donation.
100% of the proceeds will go to The Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary or the Whistler Food Bank.

Head here to reserve a ticket!

Follow @whistlerveganfest for updates on speakers and more details.

What to expect:
A star-studded line up of inspiring vegan voices.
A mantra, a breathwork session, nutrition tips, recipe demos, art demo, veganism in the Black Community, animal activism, relationship chat, environmental facts, gut health tips, vegan transitioning with 80/20 Plants, all topped off with a DJ set from our fave vegan DJ. 

Here’s a graphic to share on your insta:

Who will you come to the fest with?? (Virtually)

#wvvf #wvfvirtual

CHECK OUT THE FULL LINEUP:
  • Hostesses: Julia Murray and Andrea Helleman (@hookedonplants + @andeehelleman)
  • Crystal Rainbow Borelli @crystalrainbowyoga mantra
  • Julia McCabe @juliamariemccabe breath-work session
  • Genesis Butler // @GenesisForAnimals young vegan activist in the Black Community
  • Bassem Youssef // @bassem AKA The Jon Stewart of Egypt: His Vegan Story
  • Natasha Plumridge // @artbynatashalouise , our official fest artist brings us a live art demonstration
  • Lauren Toyota // @hotforfood recipe video
  • Nil Zacharias // @eatfortheplanet Vegan Environmental Facts
  • Dotsie Bausch // @veganolympian of The Game Changers Movie. Her Olympic Story, and a dairy  @switch4good chat
  • Dr. Will B The Gut Health MD // @theguthealthmd reading from his new book Fiber Fueled
  • Jasmine Leyva // @TheInvisibleVegan Actress + Documentary Filmmaker. A Powerful Voice in the Black Vegan Community
  • Carly Taylor // @carlytaylor269 Veganism + Relationships
  • Amy Soranno // @amysoranno & Zoe Peled //  @zoemarg Animal Activism + History
  • Adele Helleman // @ucantstoplove Down Syndrome Dance Instructor who has become an accidental vegan since the Covid-19 pandemic hit
  • Dr. Pamela Fergusson RD // @drpamela.rd nutrition chat
  • Dr Matthew Nagra // @dr.matthewnagra , our naturopath talks about Masculinity and Veganism
  • Doug // @nomeatathlete_official Roslyn // @plantsfirstnutritionClare // @clareminded chatting @8020plants plant-based transition app
  • Taylor Godber // @taylorgodber How going plant-based can impact the planet
  • Rachel Steenland // @theplantriot Tasty + Easy Recipe
  • Dara aka @DJTigerLily // @our.soul.purpose chit chat & live DJ Set Closing DANCE.
ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!
Too many awesome people, I can hardly contain my excitement.

See you there???

Here is the link for the sign up again (if you’re not available on the 20th you can still reserve a ticket, as it will be available for replay on our YouTube Channel after).

Please join the conversation on social and share that line-up graphic (don’t forget to tag @whistlerveganfest and I @hookedonplants )

Let’s have some fun, and raise some funds for animals + humans.

Join the instagram community:

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15 Inspiring Black Vegans You Need to Follow

June 10, 2020 By julia

Well, 2020, you’ve been a wild one, thus far.

Change is brewing.

 

Now, more than ever is a wonderful time to support and lift up the Black Community, and as a vegan, I wanted to highlight some inspiring Black Vegans who are putting out amazing energy, education and positivity into this world.

You won’t regret consuming the content, their updates and educational information put out by these incredible humans.

First of all, the most powerful thing to do right now is to not only show support, but to speak up, and take action.

Here are a few resources and areas for you to educate yourself, and go support in some way:

Places to donate: 

Justice For Regis

Black Lives Matter Toronto

Black Lives Matter Vancouver

Official George Floyd Memorial Fund

Belly Mujinga’s family including her daughter

The Minnesota Freedom Fund (provides funds to pay bail for those protesting in Minnesota

The Bail Project, which provides funds to pay bail for those who have been arrested during the protests.

You can split your donation between the 39 bail funds clicking here.

National Bail Fund Network

The Movement For Black Lives to support Black organizations to conduct conversations about current political conditions.

North Star Health Collective (coordinates and provides healthcare services, resources, and training to those protesting in Minnesota)

 

Head here for a great list of Vegan Black-Owned Businesses to support.

 

Now onto 15 INSPIRING BLACK VEGANS

out there doing amazing things:

Jenné Claiborne AKA @SweetPotatoSoul

Vegan Chef, Cookbook Author, YouTuber, Blogger, Mother.

A bright light.

 

Tabitha Brown AKA @IAmTabithaBrown

Actress, Mother, Tik Tok star, and truly a gift to this world.

 

Torre Washington AKA @Torre.Washington 

Professional Body Builder, Centr Fit coach, Public Speaker.

A joy to dance with on stage.

 

John Lewis AKA @BadAssVegan

Speaker, CEO Live Vegan Smart, Producer/Director Hungry For Justice Film. The Biggest Smile Around.

 

Danaé, Danya & Danielle AKA @DZVeganKidAthlete

3 vegan west coast sisters sharing the vegan lifestyle through gymnasitcs, acro yoga and dance.

 

Chef Charity Morgan AKA @ChefCharityMorgan

Chef for NFL’s Tennessee Titans. Featured on the Game Changers. She’s a 15 year culinary chef who makes ridiculously delicious vegan food!

 

Jasmine C. Leyva AKA @TheInvisibleVegan

Actress and Film Maker of the documentary, The Invisible Vegan chronicling her personal experience with plant-based eating. ** Look forward to her speaking at the Whistler Virtual Vegan fest June 20! AND, Listen to Jasmine on our first episode of Whistler Vegan Fest the PODCAST

 

Genesis Butler AKA @GenesisForAnimals

One of the youngest TedX Speakers.

Founder of Genesis for Animals and Activist at Million Dollar Vegan.

** Look forward to her speaking at the Whistler Virtual Vegan fest June 20 to raise funds for The Happy Herd Farm Sancuary and our Food Bank!

 

Domz Thompson @DomzThompson

Athlete, activist, founder of NYC based Crazies and Weirdos (eco friendly clothing), and Eat What Elephants Eat.Scruff McFly Dog Dad. I had the pleasure of sharing the Veg Expo stage with this amazing human.

 

Koya Webb @KoyaWebb

Yoga + Holistic Wellness teacher at Get Loved Up & Author of Let Your Fears Make You Fierce. A positive force of nature.

 

Rachel Amla @RachelAma_

Vegan recipe creator / blogger / youtuber. Most likely to be found in the kitchen dancing to loud tunes. 

 

Afia Amoako AKA @TheCanadianAfrican

Vegan Blogger and YouTuber

 

Russel Simmons AKA @UncleRush

Record Executive, Fashion Mogul, Hip Hop Star Maker, Film Producer, Author of The Happy Vegan.

 

Dr. Judy Brangman AKA @ThePlantBasedMD

Health Coach, Internal and Lifestyle Medicine at New Well Health

 

Lewis Hamilton AKA @LewisHamilton

Formula One race car driver. Animal Lover. Purpose seeker. Positive thinker. An inspiration.

Tune into the Whistler Virtual Vegan Fest on June 20th to hear Jasmine Leyva and Genesis Butler speak among the epic line up.

All donations will go to the Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary and the Whistler Food Bank. 

 

Thank you to all of these amazing vegans of colour speaking up and puting their energy into the world. 

 

For more, follow @hookedonplants on instagram.

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Hooked on People: Lauren Toyota of Hot for Food + Her Pesto Pea Linguine

May 7, 2020 By julia

Lauren Toyota is hot for food (as long as it’s vegan).

She moved from being a MuchMusic VJ to starting her own YouTube channel in 2015. Since then she’s grown to 473,000 subscribers and over 36 million channel views. Her debut cookbook, “Vegan Comfort Classics: 101 Recipes To Feed Your Face” is officially a best seller! Not only is she an incredible chef with an awesome personality, but she’s authentic and so relatable. 

She’s on a bit of a spiritual journey as well, and has a beautiful perspective on life. So let’s get to know Lauren a little bit more …

Photo credit: Vanessa Heins

LIFE STUFF:

Hooked on Plants: But first: what’s Snickles doing right NOW?

Lauren Toyota: Sleeping and dreaming of the next time he will be eating!

 

HOP: Do you remember the day you decided to switch from MuchMusic gigs to YouTube? What’s one tip you can give someone jumping into a new scary change or challenge?

LT: Well I sort of didn’t decide this. I was part of a company wide restructuring and lost my job at Bell Media in 2014. By that time I had launched the new incarnation of hotforfoodblog.com in February 2014 about 6 months before this happened. It had gained some momentum and I had already built a good following on @hotforfood IG as well since 2013 so when I was left without a full time job I figured I would just blog and create social content full time since I felt I had something to work with. That was as far as I thought. I didn’t even think about going on to YouTube until a couple months after the layoffs. If you find yourself in a similar situation or you’re trying to decide if you should make a career leap my advice is you probably should and NEED to. Life is calling you, but that’s just fear whispering to you about all the reasons why it won’t work. You have to try and work with it but kind of push it out the way. Push through the fear if you can and take the risk. The reward is always much better when you put yourself in these uncomfortable situations. It’s how you grow and expand as a human. You need to push beyond your comfort and safety zone. 

 

HOP: Let’s chat meditation for a sec.

For those who haven’t dabbled at all… what’s your tip for starting?

LT: Just start. Again it’s kind of the same annoying voice trying to convince you that you don’t NEED this practice or that it’s BS or silly. It’s that ego self, the small self, trying to keep you small and protect you. But it’s not serving the higher version of you that you desire to expand into. Meditation WILL allow this process to unfold. It will help ease that resistance and allow you to flow. There are many many ways to meditate and many practices and so I get that it’s intimidating but you might as well start with something, see if you like it, and you can always keep exploring until you find something that resonates. I always recommend going on YouTube and just search meditations or you can get a free app called Insight Timer. There is SO much content out there and you’re bound to find something that lights you up and resonates, but you have to take the leap or step in that direction and then it’s just a personal intuitive exploration from there. You’ll start seeing the momentum behind it and you’ll be guided to new things to try or you’ll read something or you’ll end up meeting someone. As you notice all these signs and synchronicities being revealed you’ll feel like you’re aligned to something higher. But you did it for yourself just by starting a new habit or practice. It really starts to take on it’s own life and you flow with it, discovering more and more about who you really are.  

HOP: As for manifesting your reality: this is something I try to practice daily by focusing on the things I’m grateful for, rather than the things I lack.

But, for someone who may feel this is ‘woo woo’, what’s the best tip you can give to them that will help them open up to this powerful perspective on life?

LT: Well I’m finding more and more that the idea of these practices is becoming less taboo or ‘woo woo’ so that’s a nice shift. I feel like I’m noticing people from all walks of life speaking this language and identifying their own power. Gratitude is a powerful practice and can help shift perspective from victim stance to creator stance. A couple of small things one can do to open up is writing down 5 things each day that you appreciate and are grateful for. It can start making dramatic shifts in how you see the world. I think spending time in nature is also key. Nature is so abundant but we don’t always see it that way if we focus on problems like climate change and the negative effects of fossil fuels, but if you can walk in nature or spend time in grass even. You can see how abundant it is. There are infinite blades of grass just in your immediate vicinity or what appears like thousands of trees, leaves, and insects if you’re walking through a forest, say. Notice that. Appreciate that. It’s very powerful to see the world with those eyes.  

HOP: You’re one of the first recipe bloggers I started following when I was exploring veganism, so THANK YOU for the ongoing inspiration.

How long have you been vegan now?

LT: Thank you. That’s so cool! I have been vegan since January 1, 2010. I started transitioning in the fall of 2009 but set the start of a new year as my “no going back” date!

 

HOP: What was it that inspired you to make the switch to veganism in the first place? And what is it that makes it easy for you to stick with it?

LT: It was really how I felt that sparked the change. I was pretty good at ignoring my body for years, but eventually enough was enough. I didn’t feel good physically, mentally or emotionally eating animals and animal by-products. But it’s conditioning that makes us good at ignoring things. I remember watching Food Inc. and then reading Omnivore’s Dilemma and that’s what changed  my mind. The fact that I got so INTO my new way of life that I started blogging my transition from the beginning as hot for food, helped me stick with it. I was really excited by trying so many new foods and cooking techniques so that’s what made it stick. Once I saw how delicious it could be and I was really in control now of how I could feel, it just made sense and I never even considered switching back.

 

HOP: Would you tell people to go vegan overnight? Or take their time?

LT: I think everyone is different. I’ve heard many vegans tell me they just did it overnight. But I always recommend to take it at your own pace. You have to do what feels right for you. For some people, like me, if you force yourself to do something before you catch up mentally then it doesn’t’ work. So don’t worry about what anyone else is doing or telling you to do. You gotta do you! 

HOP: When will your new book be out?

LT: I’m hoping February 2021. The exact date isn’t set yet. 

HOP: People can check out your YouTube channels (Hot for Food and Lauren Toyota)  for TONS of What I Eat in A Day Videos… but short n’ sweet, what is a day in quarantine in food language sound like for you?

LT: Breakfast: coffee 

Lunch: salad with roasted potatoes and a creamy dressing

Snacks: homemade cookies, salt & vinegar chips, oranges

Dinner: pasta with veggies and sometimes beyond meat sausage

Dessert: more homemade cookies 

 

Fave Quarantine Recipe?


Hot For Food Vegan Green Pea Pesto Linguine
 
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Makes 4 Servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time 12 minutes
Ingredients:
1 pound linguine
2 cups fresh or frozen peas
1 tsp sea salt
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup vegan parm (could use this one)
1/4 lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
Ground pepper
Instructions:
1 Bring large pot of salted water toa boil
2 Cook linguine until al dente and add 1 cup of the peas to the water in the last minute of cooking
3 Drain, but do not rinse
4 While the pasta is cooking, combine the remaining 1 cup peas (thawed and drained of excess water, if frozen), salt, 2 cups basil leaves, garlic, 1⁄4 cup of The Parm, lemon juice, and olive oil in a food processor until well combined and smooth but textured.
5 Place the drained pasta and peas back in the pot while it’s still warm.
6 Add 3/4 of the pesto and toss to combine well.
7 Serve the pasta with an extra dollop of pesto on top.
8 Garnish with the remainder of The Parm, ground pepper to taste, and basil leaves.

Excerpted from hot for food Vegan Comfort Classics. Copyright © 2018 by Lauren Toyota. Published by Penguin Canada, a division of Penguin Random House Canada Limited. Reproduced by arrangement with the Publisher. All rights reserved.

If you make this, tag @hookedonplants and @hotforfood so we can see your creation!

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New Vegan? Here Are 5 Tips from a Veg-Curious Writer

April 22, 2020 By julia

Thanks to Jade Blossom for this guest post!

Going vegan is one of the most fulfilling decisions you can make, but many are scared to take a plunge because they think it’s too difficult to begin. Spoiler alert: going vegan isn’t scary! Read below for some answers to common questions on being a new vegan.

1) Will I need to take supplements?

If you find yourself eating more veg and fruit as a result of your new diet, chances are you’re getting a lot of vitamins and minerals that you weren’t before! However, our bodies have evolved over time and adapted to a lifestyle of eating processed foods and the like. Our B12 stores are an example of how our bodies have adapted, and this vitamin can be hard to come by on a vegan diet. It’s important to keep in touch with a nutritionist who will help you decide if you need to take supplements alongside your vegan diet.

*Note from Hooked on Plants: Fave supplement to cover the bases? Complement Plus (use ‘hookedonplants’ for a discount)

2) What about my protein intake?

This deserves its own subheading, as it’s one of the most common questions out there. As you continue to do research and find ways to move towards a vegan diet, you’ll find that there are tons of vegan protein sources that are equally as yummy as your favourite meat dish! Tofu is often cited as an alternative, but chickpeas and beans are equally great sources of meat that are also quite versatile kitchen staples.

*Note from Hooked on Plants: Every essential amino acid is found in the plant kingdom. Simply eat enough calories, and you’ll be getting enough protein! Don’t worry about it:) The people who do need slightly more than the recommended 0.8g/KG of body weight are body builders, teens, and seniors.  Check out these athletes who are far from protein deficient

3) Do I have to eat everything raw?

While vegans do love salad, it’s far from the only thing you get to eat! In fact, new vegans are at a great place to start experimenting in the kitchen and creating fun alternatives to their daily food staples. For instance, did you know that you can make your own almond milk at home? Culinary experimentation is one of the fun by-products of going vegan that most people don’t know about. Adopting a new diet is the perfect way to exercise those creative muscles while doing a bit of research, too!

*Note from Hooked On Plants: Just because you’re going vegan, doesn’t mean you have to put pressure on yourself to all of a sudden go raw vegan, 100% whole foods, be the next best endurance athlete, quit drinking, or simply try to be perfect in every way. Being vegan should be fun, casual, normal and super enjoyable. We love raw foods, but eat cooked to… it’s all about veganizing old fave’s and eating as much variety of fibre-rich plants as you can to diversify your microbiome (right Dr. B?)

4) Low-carb, high-carb, why the confusion?

Use this as a time to embrace whole grains such as brown rice. This switch from refined white rice to brown is easy to make, as the rice cooker reviews and guides on this website prove that today’s modern rice cookers aren’t just made for white rice. If you’re going vegan as a way to maintain overall health, don’t be afraid of complex carb in-take (potatoes, whole grains, legumes, fruits and veggies should be the base of your healthy vegan diet).

* Note from Hooked on Plants: Carbs get a bad reputation because refined carbs are lumped into the same category as complex/whole carbs. They are far from the same. Refined carbs include things with white sugar and flour, stripped of their fibre and most of their nutrients. Complex/Whole Carbs are in their natural state with fibre, vitamins, minerals and all, like nature intended. Eat your potatoes!  (And, whole grains, legumes, fruits + veggies). They’re life-giving packages of goodness.

5) Is a vegan diet okay for athletes?

Of course! If you’re someone who likes to keep an active lifestyle, you can rest easy knowing that a vegan diet can still give you enough energy you need to power through a workout. Some athletes even credit the mental health benefits of going vegan. As your body adapts to your new vegan diet, you’ll find that you may be feeling less fatigued and more energized all the time. That’s a huge win!

*Note from Hooked on Plants: Eating more whole food plant based benefits athletes greatly and helps injury recovery too. The food is packed with anti-inflammatory antioxidants to help combat chronic fatique and helps you recover from your last work out so you can get back to training sooner, too. Watch the GameChangers on Netflix if you haven’t yet, for inspiration! 

While any new lifestyle change comes with some growing pains, the journey to becoming a vegan is a fun time to re-visit your relationship with your body and where your food is actually coming from.

Good luck!

Exclusively written for hookedonplants.ca by Jade Blossom

*Note from Hooked on Plants:

Check out 80/20 Plants, our new app with 1:1 coaching (with me, Plants First Nutrition, Clare Minded, Esther and Matt), video lessons, meal planning and recipes.

We just launched our new look in the app store!

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5 Vegan Easter Treats that will Blow Away Your Bunny Ears

April 9, 2020 By julia

Easter was a huge deal when I was a kidlet.

Painted Easter Eggs, a string to follow that would lead me to the hidden chocolates under the couch and behind pillows, then a big kids Easter Egg hunt all over the forest with one mega, sought after chocolate bunny prize.

Why that doesn’t happen on Easter day anymore as a young at heart adult? I DON’T KNOW. Bring it back, please. When did we all grow up and think we’ve outgrown easter egg hunting? We’re all kids at heart, and that kinda stuff should continue on whether it’s for the new generation of kids, or just for yourself. Because you deserve to be a kid always, and forever.

Anyways… I thought I’d bring some Vegan Easter Treats to you that will complete your weekend  from some of my favourite veganista blogerellas. Hopefully this brings some nostalgia back to your Easter, or at least amps it up with a bit more deliciousness.

Peanut Better Balls  by Oh She Glows

Why I love em’:

  • 7 ingredients
  • Taste like Reeces pieces
  • Finger food heaven

Vegan Chocolate Creme Eggs by It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken

Why I love em’:

  • Just look at the creamy rainbow falling out of them!
  • They’re just fun.
  • Just like Cabury MINUS the dairy
  • Playful and perfect for making with the kids

Vegan Easter Cookies by Vegan Family Recipes

Why I love em’:

  • They’re coloured with turmeric, beet and matcha powder
  • They’re totally dip-able
  • They’re ready in 20
  • They wake up the creative side, and I’d most def’ be making them with my Grandma if she made a visit this weekend

Cashew Cream Egg by Nest and Glow

Why I love em’:

  • They’re on the healthier side (so we can all eat more)
  • Look how pretty they are!

Vegan Sachertorte by Moi and Mom

Why I love it:

  • A fool proof, dense, chocolate cake that is loved by all every time
  • It’s chocolate heaven
  • It’s ridiculously easy

ok…NOW I’M DROOLING.

Are you?

Here’s a few more Egg-y and Chocolate-y tips:

  1. Check out Pamela Fergusson’s blog post for a dozen things you need to know about eggs (this will enlighten you about the reasons why I steer clear of them…even on Easter)
  2. Ready to eat vegan Easter answers:
  • Sjaaks makes delicious vegan chocolates (even white chocolate!)
  • Vegan Supply online store has a ton of options.
  • Here are some great chocolate egg molds for the kitchen.
  • These No Why No No’s are pretty dang delicious.
  • I’m pretty in love with these Justin’s Peanut Butter Cups.

If you make any of these, tag me and the blogger so we can see your creations!

Happy Easter.

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This isn’t just any tofu scramble… it’s next This isn’t just any tofu scramble… it’s next-level creamy and eggy thanks to 2 secret weapons:

🥄 Hummus for texture 
🧂 Black salt (kala namak) for that eggy flava flave

Serve it up with avo, tomato, and a drizzle of hot sauce for the ultimate #MothersDayBrunch moment 🥑🔥

🌱 Tofu Scramble Recipe - from the #hookedonplantsarchives 

Ingredients:
	•	½ large yellow onion, diced
	•	2 cloves garlic
	•	6 white mushrooms, sliced
	•	1 red pepper, diced
	•	1 tsp each: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika
	•	½ tsp turmeric
	•	1 tsp cumin
	•	½ tsp black salt (kala namak)
	•	¼–½ cup nutritional yeast
	•	½ cup hummus (use your fave — or try my Roasted Garlic one!)
	•	1 block medium or soft tofu (~350g)

Directions:
	1.	Sauté onion in a hot pan (no oil needed). Let it brown, then splash with water to deglaze as needed.
	2.	Add mushrooms, garlic, and red pepper. Cook for a few minutes.
	3.	Stir in spices + ¼ cup water.
	4.	Add hummus and mix until incorporated.
	5.	Crumble tofu into the pan with your hands (tiny crumbles = perfect texture).
	6.	Stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes until golden and hot.

Top with avo, tomato slices, hot sauce… or wrap it up in a tortilla 🌯

💌 Save this for your next brunch or breakfast for dinner (the best) and tag @hookedonplants if you make it!

#TofuScramble #VeganBrunch #EasyVeganMeals #HookedOnPlants #MothersDay #HummusHack #TofuScramble #BreakfastforDinner #PlantBasedProtein #VeganComfortFood #WeekendEats
… vegan for a decade and she’s still kickin’ … vegan for a decade and she’s still kickin’ 👌 

Plants have all the protein 🌱 💥 Who here is early in their plant-based journey? Need some tips? 

🐾 PS: These rescue dogs are thriving on plants too. Check the link in bio for info 🐾 

#vegan #veganolympian #plantbased #plantbasedtips #vegannutrition @virchewdogs
@alohaanimalsanctuary needs support right now. ➡ @alohaanimalsanctuary needs support right now.
➡️The GoFundMe page is linked in @alohaanimalsanctuary bio.

A few years ago, I had the beautiful experience of volunteering with Aloha Animal Sanctuary, and supporting their team with @complement products to help the volunteers and founders thrive—so they could give their best selves to the animals.

It’s a dream of mine to spend more time physically supporting farm sanctuaries. 
And to have my own one day… 💫 
… to rescue animals like the lucky ones you see here, living out their best lives.
Just putting that out there 🌱✨

💪🏽 The work, love and energy the founders have poured into Aloha is incredibly inspiring, but it comes with its challenges… Funding expenses being the main one. 

If you’ve got even $5 to spare, it could make a huge difference in helping save Aloha.

Since I don’t have my own sanctuary (yet!), the least I can do is share, volunteer, and spread the word.

& look back on the cute animal pics from my few days there. 

🐾 Hug a dog today. 
🐾Reconnect with the magic animals bring into this world.
🐾Donate if you can. 
🐾Visit a sanctuary. 
🐾Support the people doing this heart-led work.

🩵🐖🐓🐐
Need a serotonin boost? Hug a dog today. 10/10 re Need a serotonin boost? Hug a dog today. 
10/10 recommend.

PS: dogs can thrive on plant-based diet and it may actually extend their life 🎉 If you have sensitive pups, or don’t feel like feeding other animals to your family animals or want to try a more sustainable dog food for 🌍 try feeding them a vegan option. Check out the studies on @virchewdogs site, and try their starter pack (link in bio). Developed with vegetarians. Feel free to use ‘hookedonplants’ for a discount. 

Zak & Tez just love it. 
Tez actually vibrates with excitement every time. 😆 

#vegandogs #plantbaseddogs #dogfood #vegandogfood#adoptdontshop #rescuedogs #rescuedogsrule
🥞💛 Vegan 3 Ingredient Blender Pancakes—so 🥞💛 Vegan 3 Ingredient Blender Pancakes—so easy, super delish, and protein-packed.✨ 
Just blend, pour, flip, and devour.

3 main ingredients plus a few powders / spices 👌 

👨‍🍳 Ingredients:
✔️ 3 ripe bananas 🍌
✔️ 3 cups oats (GF if needed)
✔️ 1-1.5 cups plant milk (oat, almond, soy… whatever floats your nut milk boat)
✔️ 1 tsp baking powder
✔️ 1 tsp baking soda 
✔️ 1/2 tsp cinnamon
✔️ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✔️ Pinch of salt
Optional:
@complement Daily Greens
@complement Chocolate Protein 
@staywyldorganics Mushroom powders 🍄‍🟫 
Vegan chocolate chips?!

Use ‘hookedonplants’ for a discount on all. 

… beer powder makes these babies nice & pink…! 

🔥 Directions:
1.  Add oats, powders to the blender, and blend to a flour
2. Add milk and bananas, blend until smooth (add a little extra milk if needed & use a tamper to help blend. 
3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium and lightly grease with coconut oil or vegan butter.
4. Pour the batter into the pan (small pancakes work best), cook for ~3 mins until bubbles form.
5. Flip, cook another 2 mins, then stack ‘em high!
✔️ TOP IT with maple syrup, nut butter, warm berries, coconut chips, chocolate drizzle… whatever makes your heart happy! 🍓

Save this for your next cozy brunch and tag me if you try it. 
Who’s flippin’ pancakes this weekend?! 💛

👌Freeze & pop in the toaster for a quick Breaki. 
** Can also be used in the waffle iron 🧇 

Are you in team waffle or team pancake?? 
👇Do tell. 

#HookedOnPlantsArchives 
#VeganPancakes #BananaOatPancakes #HealthyBreakfast #PlantBasedEats #WeekendBrunch #EasyVeganRecipes
8 facts & stats ⬇️ Yup, dogs can thrive on pla 8 facts & stats ⬇️ Yup, dogs can thrive on plants 🎉 

And science backs it up. 

3 Fun facts:

✨ One of the longest living dogs in the Guinness Book of World Records, Bramble the collie, lived to age 25 on a plant-based diet.
✨ Studies show that beef, dairy, and chicken are the three most common food allergens for dogs.
✨ Plant-based dogs live longer, stay healthier, and need fewer vet visits. 

And, here’s why we love Virchew:

✅ Canadian-made with locally sourced ingredients 🇨🇦
✅ Woman-founded & Vancouver-based 🏙️
✅ Developed with veterinary support 🩺
✅ Hypoallergenic & vet-referred 🐾
✅ Starter Kit available + shipped throughout the Sea-to-Sky 🚚
✅ Delivered right to your door 🚪 
✅ Delicious apparently … bowls are sparkling clean after every meal 👅 
✅ Zak & Tez are stoked on their perfect poops, happy skin & endless energy ⚡️ 

🔬 don’t just take it from Z & T… here’s what the research says: 🤓

📖 “Dogs on plant-based diets had a mean lifespan of 14.1 years, compared to 12.6 years for those on meat-based diets.” – University of Guelph

📖 “Dogs fed plant-based diets had fewer health disorders, especially in digestion, liver function, and eye health.” – Research in Veterinary Science

📖 “Vegan-fed dogs were healthier and required fewer health issues, less vet visits and medications, according to a study of 2,500 dogs.” – Pet Food Industry

📖 “No evidence suggests plant-based diets negatively impact dog health.” – Veterinary Sciences Journal

📖 “Vegan diets provide adequate nutrition for dogs.” – University of Illinois

@virchewdogs makes it REAL easy to feed your pup a nutritionally complete, vet-backed, plant-based diet you can feel good about and your dogs can obsess over. 

➡️ Comment or DM: ‘Dog Food’ for a link with more info. 

❤️’Hookedonplants’ at checkout will give you a discount.

#Virchew #VeganDogs #PlantBasedPets #HealthyPups #VeganPetFood #SeaToSky
If not now, then when? 🌱 ✨ 🏝️ Last cha If not now, then when? 🌱 ✨ 🏝️ 

Last chance to book a Nicaragua adventure with likeminded, positive, plant-curious people. 

The Vegan Adventure Retreat. 

We are so grateful to have met our amazing attendees from last year’s retreat, and we’ve built connections from that one week, that will no doubt, last a lifetime. 

Enjoy listening to their experience …
This was filmed right before their zenned out spa experience.

Here is your chance to …

🙌 Disconnect to re-connect.
🙌 Fill your own cup so you can bring your best self back to your family, friends, career…
🙌 Step aside your comfort zone with all Ometepe Island provides 
🙌 Learn all about your microbiome & delicious whole food plant based cooking skills
🙌 Devour tropical fruit, breathe, practice yoga daily,  kayak with monkeys, hike volcanos, tour cacao farm…

A chance to say yes to yourself. 

Everyone welcome! 🤗

Plant based, vegan, plant curious, travel lovers, adventurers, anyone who needs to hit that re-set button… we’ve got you. 

Jules and Danielle 

@hookedonplants chef, olympian, nutritionist. 
@pachavega chef, educator, gut health expert, nutritionist. 

PS: the @sanctuary_music_festival is 28-30… retreat then festival ?!

#veganretreat #nicaragua #retreat #plantbasedretreat #veganadventureretreat
Last call: book your spot at the Vegan Adventure R Last call: book your spot at the Vegan Adventure Retreat (hosted by Olympian & Nutritionist @hookedonplants and Nutritionist & Chef & Educator @pachavega) for the most delicious adventure of your life. 

Message ‘retreat’ for deets.

Nicaragua March 21-28

PS: there happens to be the amazing @sanctuary_music_festival the 28-30.

… Retreat then Festival… 🤷‍♀️ 👌 
What a week 🎉 🌱 💗 

What are you waiting for ??? 

Let’s experience the best week in Nicaragua together.

We can’t wait to host, guide, teach 
and adventure with you… 

#retreat #veganretreat #veganadventureretreat #nicaragua #wellnessretreat
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