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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Dec 13, 2022

    Cacao Vs. Cocoa: Does It Matter?

    Have you ever stood in front of a supermarket chocolate bar display and wondered, “Why do some of these say they contain cacao while others contain cocoa? Is it just a different spelling of the same word?”

    Nope, the cacao vs. cocoa debate is about more than just spelling! While related, these are actually two different things.

    Here’s what you need to know about cacao vs. cocoa and healthy ways to get more of both in your life.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Dec 13, 2022

    Healthy Gifts for the Different Personalities in Your Life

    As much as we love the holidays, shopping can quickly become a real headache! You want to find fun, healthy gifts that cater to the needs and desires of each friend and family member, but no one wants to straight up tell you what they want. Don’t worry — there’s a perfect gift out there for everyone if you know where to look. Here are the best healthy gifts to get for all the different personalities in your life this holiday.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Oct 29, 2022

    FAQs About Taking the Plant-Based Plunge & How to Answer Them

    As many former meat-eaters can attest, going plant-based often means answering a lot of questions from those around you. 


    Most of those people mean well (emphasis on most), but it can still be annoying to hear the same questions over and over again, especially if you aren’t sure how to answer. 


    Here’s how to answer the most common questions about going plant-based.

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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Nov 04, 2022

    Healthy Preworkout Snacks

    Getting ready to go to the gym, but need something to sustain your appetite throughout your workout? Here are five ideas for healthy, go-to preworkout snacks.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Oct 29, 2022

    Healthy Sweet Snacks in Your Favorite Fall Flavors

    It’s the season of pumpkin spice! Some people rejoice, while others roll their eyes and opt for something a little less “basic.” Regardless of where you fall on the PSL enjoyment scale, your favorite fall-flavored healthy sweet snacks (okay, more like not-so-healthy snacks) are probably calling your name as we speak. So, here are some ideas for easy, healthy sweet snacks in all of the best fall flavors.
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Oct 29, 2022

    How to Make a Filling Breakfast Using High-Protein Plant-Based Foods

    You can make a plant-based breakfast that is just as filling, just as flavorful, and much more energizing than any animal-based meal by using the right high-protein, animal-friendly foods. You just need to know the building blocks of a sustaining breakfast.

    Read on for the low-down on how to construct a filling breakfast, along with a set of delicious, nutritionally-balanced recipe ideas.

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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Oct 17, 2022

    3 Reasons to Make Non-Dairy Cheese Balls Your Go-to Savory Snack

    Sweet snacks get a lot of hype, but we all get that distinctive craving for something savory that tempts us down the chip aisle at the grocery store. The problem is that all our crunchy, salty favorites don’t do much for us nutritionally, to say the least. That’s where non-dairy, plant-based cheese balls come in. Read on to find out what the heck Outstanding Cheese Balls are and why should you make them your new go-to savory snack!
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  • Posted by Rai Cornell | Oct 17, 2022

    After the Game: Good Snacks for Kids

    The hustle and bustle of game day can feel like a slow descent into madness. After washing your player’s uniform, filling their water bottle, packing up the car, and triple-checking the schedule to make sure you’re headed to the right field, you suddenly realize it’s your turn to bring the team’s game-day snack. Shit. Your mind doesn’t need to scramble when it’s your turn to bring the post-game snack. Read on for five good snacks for kids that will also meet their parents’ approval.
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