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Tofurky Acquired By Morinaga Nutritional Foods

Tofurky, one of the top three plant-based meat companies in the U.S. based on sales, announced today that it’s been acquired by tofu producer Morinaga Nutritional Foods. Morinaga, the makers of Mori-Nu Silken Tofu, have acquired both Tofurky and its sister brand Moocho. Tofurky and Morinaga Nutritional Foods have a long-standing relationship with Morinaga providing …

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Study Finds Olive Leaves Extract Alleviates Inflammation in Leukemic Bone Marrow

A new study published by the journal Frontiers in Immunology has found that an extract made from olive leaves may serve as an anti-inflammatory in leukemic bone marrow, which is important as “inflammation in the tumor microenvironment promotes the growth, survival, and migration of cancer cells, accelerating the disease.” The study is titled Olive leaves …

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U.S. Judicial Panel Combines Five Beyond Meat Lawsuits Into One

Five lawsuits against vegan meat producer Beyond Meat have been consolidated into one by the US Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation. The move to consolidate the five lawsuits, all alleging various forms of false advertising, was requested by the attorneys for Beyond Meat and agreed to by the plaintiffs. Plaintiffs for the case include Don …

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Pamela Anderson to Host New Vegan Food Network Series

Longtime vegan activist Pamela Anderson will host a forthcoming Food Network show that will feature entirely plant-based food items. The eight-part cooking series is tentatively titled Pamela’s Cooking With Love, and will feature hour-long episodes. Designed to create exciting vegan experiences with family and friends, the show will feature family dinners, campfire gatherings, garden parties …

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Report: 160 Million Vegan Wings to be Consumed During the Super Bowl

According to a new report Americans are set to consume an eye-opening amount of vegan wings during this year’s Super Bowl. The new report by Compassion in World Farming (CIWF) shows that an estimated ten million Americans will consume around 160 million plant-based wings during Super Bowl LVII which airs on Sunday, February 12. Although …

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63% of Swiss Population is Actively Reducing Meat Consumption

According to a new report, 63% of those in Switzerland are actively trying to reduce their meat consumption. The third Plant Based Food Report was conducted by Coop Market Research and LINK. The report found that over the past three years vegan burgers saw a 252% increase in sales. Even more impressive, vegan meat alternatives as …

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Papa John’s Launches Vegan Pizza in South Korea

Papa John’s has announced that for the first time they are offering vegan pizza in South Korea. Papa John’s has officially launched vegan pizza at 220 stores in South Korea, according to Aju Business Daily. Pappa John’s has released the Green Eat Vegetable Margarita and the Green Eat Vegetable Garden Special. Both pizzas use plant-based …

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Study Finds Plant-Based Diets May Help to Combat Substance Use Disorders

Following a healthy plant-based diet may be useful in the treatment of substance use disorders, according to a new study published by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine Standard treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs) “rarely incorporates a dietary intervention”, states the study’s abstract. “The purpose of this research is to explore how nutrition might …

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