2021 has been a year like no other. The global pandemic isolated us from loved ones, our communities, places of work and school, and left many unanswered questions. As the world opens up, and we adjus
Four Essential Vitamins and Minerals Vegans Need
Vegan Food Goes Mainstream: photo courtesy of greenqueen.com A meatless diet can be healthy, however, if you’re following a vegan diet for an extended period of time, you’re at risk for certain nutrit
Next Generation Indie Book Award Recipient!
I am pleased to announce that The Little Vegan Dessert Cookbook is a Next Generation Indie Book Award recipient! I am grateful for the global recognition! The virtual ceremony will be held on Facebook
How Berries Boost Mood and Immunity Experts Weigh In
As the weather warms and we await our Covid vaccinations, fresh berries are a delicious way to boost both mood and immunity. There are many health benefits associated with berries; they’re high in fib
Why You Should Eat More Rice and Beans
Basic cooking is a great way to de-stress, and preparing rice and beans is as basic as it gets. But what makes this humble dish a global staple, especially in the Americas and Africa, is its inherent
Happy Holidays!
Each year we do some sort of baking to celebrate Christmas, but for 2020, my girls went to town with the decorating (Cookie Monster is still a favorite of mine)! How do you celebrate the holidays with
Try This ‘Chill’ CBD Coffee
Here’s a groovy beverage from CBD Distillery. It’s made with just a touch of CBD isolate, an alternative to full-spectrum CBD products. It useful for those who would like to try CBD without ingesting
Quick and Easy Pickles
Pickles are not only delicious, they’re healthy. According to experts, fermented pickles are full of good bacteria called probiotics , which aide in gut health. A healthy gut, equals healthy digestive
The 10 Best and Worst cities for Vegans
People are on the move these days; whether you’re a vegan or just someone interested in plant-based foods, here are the states that make plant-based living easy, and not so easy. The consumer spending
Updates!
First of all, thank you for following me and supporting my work. I have a few updates to share with you! My new website is listed as lauracrotty.com, (it was previously title Broiled Grapefruit). Broi