Minimalist Monday: It's an Investment, Not a Waste of Time Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Minimalist

I overheard a conversation between a mother and her teenager in the waiting room of my dentist office that made me rethink the concept of "a waste of time." 

The teenager was saying something we've all said: "WHY do I have to study algebra? I'll never use this!" (or maybe substitute "algebra" for another subject you didn't care for.) 

I've certainly felt that way at times -- both in high school, and college and even law school (i.e. "WHY are …

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Fan Features! Waffles and Pizza! Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Minimalist

I love seeing what HH fans cooked up during the week!

@NearlyVeganDC sent us this picture of the Mediterranean Pizza from last week's meal plan.

Giselle sent us this picture of the waffles from Happy Herbivore Abroad-  newsletter subscribers got a sneak peek of the recipe (make sure you subscribe - we might have another peek coming up!)

@VeggieFy sent in this picture of the Teriyaki Chickpeas.

Becky posted on 

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This Week's Q&A (Storing Veggies and Stainless Steel) Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: FAQ
You've got questions and we've got answers!  

Q: I would like to know what you use on your skin other than the baking soda? Particularly to moisturize? Your skin looks lovely!! 

A: Aww thanks for such a nice compliment. I don’t use a moisturizer, I don’t find I need one. I wash my face with baking soda (link) and that’s it, unless I’m going outside for an extended period (i.e. to go for a hike) then I put …

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How to Bake Without Greasing Your Pan Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: FAQ

People often ask how to bake without greasing your baking pan or using spray oil. Most often, I suggest parchment paper  or silicone bakeware . 

Parchment paper is a heavy-duty paper that's used in the kitchen- it comes in a roll the same way aluminum foil does. It's water and grease resistant. Parchment paper doesn't allow moisture to stick to it- which means your baked goods will slide right out of the pan the same way it would …

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Herbie of the Week: Natalie Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

Meet our Herbie of the Week, Natalie. Natalie's a nurse who gained weight while pregnant and developed gestational diabetes. She switched to a plant-based diet and credits it for her new life full of energy! 


I have always been overweight, but like many women I gained weight with each of my three pregnancies. During routine prenatal screening with my second child, I was shocked to get the phone call that I had tested positive for Gestational Diabetes. With no family …

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