I did it! aaand with more than a month to go (I completed my challenge right before Thanksgiving).

218 in 2018 (woo!)

This challenge played out quite differently from my challenge in 2017.

For starters, I slogged through a lot of slumps this year, which forced me to understand (embrace) “quality over quantity”

There were at least 20 books (not counted in the above number) that I quit halfway.

This was unnerving at first... I'd think "damn, now I'm …

The holidays are just around the corner, and that means your calendar is probably already filling up with family gatherings, parties and potlucks. Desserts are a must-have around the holidays, and following a vegan lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to miss out! There are plenty of delicious, vegan dessert recipes right at your fingertips. Here are a few of my favorite holiday-themed treats to keep your spirits high and your belly full this season.

1. Soft Molasses Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 …

Thanksgiving dinner just wouldn’t be complete without a variety of desserts to round out the meal. Whether you are a blueberry lover or a choco-holic, I’ve got a vegan dessert recipe just for you! Here is a list of my favorite vegan desserts to wow your friends and family this Thanksgiving.

1. Black Bean Brownies

Ingredients:

• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 whole bananas
• ⅓ cup agave nectar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla …

We’re now just a few days away from the launch of the Meal Mentor app! As the anticipation builds, we thought we’d take the time to outline some frequently asked questions surrounding the app. We’re also planning to host a second Facebook live Q&A sometime next week so stay tuned for details! (You can view the first Q&A live here.)

Will I need a membership to use the app? If so, what membership is right for me?
Yes, you’ll …

Dressings are the best way to take your healthy dish to the next level. Whether you want to change the flavor profile of your everyday salad, or kick a plate full of delicious roasted veggies up a notch, a dressing is the way to do it. However, most traditional dressings will almost always include oil, which we want to avoid. Check out these 3 amazing, flavor-packed dressings- made without oil.

1-Minute Vegan Caesar

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 …