Every time I hear the EPA policy "reduce, reuse, recycle," minimalism comes to mind.

Being a minimalist is all about reduction (living with less), reuse (doing more with less), and recycling (finding multiple uses for the things you have).

Turning old socks and shirts into rags for cleaning, using household items for multiple purposes (i.e., using a dry piece of spaghetti to light candles) and so on.

But what about vegetable scraps? All that discard from your cooking …

A herbie left this comment on Facebook: "Any ideas for a plant-strong Easter brunch or dinner?" 

This is a question I've been getting often, so I thought I'd put a post together.

HH fat-free vegan deviled eggs! 

Greens Quiche

Herbed Home Fries, HHC

Tofu Scramble

Creamy Carrot Soup, HHC

French Toast

Seitan Pot Roast, HHC

Pear & Arugula Salad, EHH

Maple Glazed Vegetables

Cheesy Cauliflower Hash, EHH

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Q: My kids and teens are refusing to eat the vegan meals I make — help!

A: Kids, teens, and pre-teens can be difficult with food overall — no matter what you're serving up. I find it helps to give them a choice, say a black bean burger or lentil tacos, vegetable soup or a burrito. Also, if they are old enough, talk to them about all the consequences of meat — the brutal death, the …

Last weekend, Scott and I visited the PAWS Elephant Sanctuary. It was, by far, one of the greatest experiences of my life and I hope I can do it a little bit of justice with this post and a few videos we shot while there.

A little bit about PAWS:
"The Performing Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) captive wildlife sanctuaries are places where abandoned, abused, or retired performing animals and victims of the exotic animal trade can live …

Cam. F. Awesome (yes that's his real name!) is indeed awesome. I met Cam through former Herbie of the week, Ami. Cam is such an inspiration and living proof that plants mean power. Cam is an amateur boxer and taking names!

1. How long have you been an athlete? Plant-based? How'd you hear about a plant-based diet and what motivated you to make the switch?
I have been a plant-based athlete since June of 2012. Bill Mackey became my …