Liam Hemsworth blamed veganism for his kidney stone
The 30-year-old actor developed a kidney stone last year. Liam Hemsworth switched to plant-based eating in 2015 and since then advocated veganism up until now. In this month’s issue of Men’s Health, the Aussie actor revealed he had ditched eating only plant-based foods after he developed a kidney stone. “The first two years, I felt …
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Plant-based diets ‘help prevent asthma and manage symptoms’, says study
A new study has highlighted that plant-based foods can improve one’s chances against respiratory illnesses including asthma and COVID-19. A new study published in the online journal Nutrition Reviews examines the role of a plant-based diet in the management and prevention of asthma. With the ongoing COVID-19 virus affecting respiratory pathways, experts believe the findings …
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Beijing promotes traditional Chinese medicine as coronavirus cure
Officials in Beijing have been providing coronavirus patients traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), claiming the remedies cure the deadly virus. Beijing has increasingly turned to traditional sources, with the Ministry of Science and Technology reporting that 85% of all patients have been given TCM. One so-called cure for the virus is a bag of brown soup …
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Kat Von D urges people to stop hoarding, donates entire supply of tattoo shop’s gloves and aprons to local hospital
‘This type of hoarding has created massive shortages in hospitals leaving doctors, nurses and health workers dangerously ill-equipped to take care of patients and protect themselves.’ With medical workers and local hospitals facing an acute shortage of gloves and masks amid the coronavirus outbreak, vegan makeup mogul Kat von D donated her shop’s entire supply …
Award winning vegan kebab brand to continue to dish out healthy meals amid lockdown
‘Feeding you vegan kebabs is the least we can do.’ After the UK’s Prime Minister issued a stark directive instructing Britons to stay away from public places including bars and restaurants in wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the hospitality industry is in a dire situation. With no footfall some have been forced to shut shop, …
Why is Vitamin B12 so important and natural sources of B12
A wholesome plant-based diet is not only tasty, but also nutritious and sufficient to get your daily dose of macro and micronutrients barring some exceptional ones like Vitamin B12. We need Vitamin B12 for the healthy functioning of various organs and systems of our body. Also known as cobalamin, this water-soluble vitamin is essentially a …
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Chicken sales in India drop a whopping 50% in just 30 days amid coronavirus crisis
The Indian poultry industry has almost crashed amid fears linking the spread of COVID-19 to chicken consumption. In just one month, chicken sales in India have dropped more than 50 per cent and prices by 70 per cent as consumers grow wary of eating meat products amid the coronavirus pandemic. To make matters worse for …
16 most common coronavirus myths, are you believing in any of them?
Dr Faheem Younus, Chief Quality Officer and Chief of Infectious Diseases, University of Maryland UCH has busted some common myths plaguing the people during the coronavirus pandemic. Yes, the coronavirus outbreak is rapidly spreading and has claimed over 16,558 lives worldwide. While the virus can be contained if appropriate measures are implemented such as ‘social …
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Some super effective ‘mental hygiene’ techniques to remain safe from a coronavirus anxiety breakdown
A climate futurist and a psychologist have shared easy tips and techniques that have always helped them pull through bad times. The coronavirus pandemic is bigger, uglier and scarier than we ever imagined. With countries struggling to cope with the virus, death tolls rising and almost everything at a standstill- its absolutely ok to be …
Worthing’s vegan community launches first vegan food bank to help cope with COVID-19 crisis
While stories of hysteria, panic, chaos and mindless stockpiling have brought forth the selfishness of individuals during a crisis, some extraordinary individuals of the vegan community have figured out a way to make a difference to others. The Worthing Herald has reported the story of Local resident Pia Offord, who launched the Worthing Vegan Food Bank Network …
LA to live stream Vegan Fashion Week amid coronavirus crisis
“It is so important to create a positive message of hope. As an activist, I cannot stay silent.” While other fashion-related events such as the LA Fashion week and the 2020 Met Gala, have been postponed or cancelled for now in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Vegan Fashion week founder and fashion activist Emmanuelle …
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Vegan cookery school sets up free food delivery service for vulnerable amid coronavirus outbreak
A London based community vegan cookery school has switched to a FREE food home delivery service to reach out to the vulnerable with healthy and nourishing food. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the award-winning charity – Made in Hackney has suspended its classes to reach out to people that may be homebound and without …