Anthony Martinelli is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Vegan Herald, which launched in 2015 as a daily vegan news and information website.
Anthony Martinelli
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Mar 05
The 20 Most Protein-Dense Vegetables
Protein is an essential nutrient that helps build muscle, repair tissues, support immune function and maintain overall health. While many people associate protein primarily with animal products, a wide variety of vegetables also contain meaningful amounts of protein. For those following a vegan or plant-based diet—or simply trying to increase nutrient intake—many vegetables provide a …
Mar 05
The Most Popular Vegan Fast Food Options in the U.S.
Fast food restaurants across the United States have steadily expanded their plant-based offerings in recent years, reflecting a growing demand for vegan fast food options that are convenient, affordable and widely available. While fully vegan fast food chains remain relatively rare, many major brands now offer menu items that contain no animal products or can …
Mar 01
Study: Plant-Rich Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Fatty Liver Disease in Young Adults
A diet high in vegetables, nuts, legumes and other minimally processed plant-based foods is associated with a significantly lower likelihood of steatotic liver disease (SLD) in young adults, according to a new study published in Clinical Nutrition ESPEN.
Mar 01
Study: Healthful Plant-Based Diets Linked to 26% Lower Risk of Cognitive Decline and Dementia
A new meta-analysis published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease finds that adults who closely follow plant-based diets—particularly those centered on whole, minimally processed plant foods—have a significantly lower risk of developing cognitive impairment and dementia.
Feb 27
Study: Vegan Diet Significantly Reduces Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Activity
A dietary intervention centered on a vegan eating pattern significantly reduced disease activity and joint swelling among adults with rheumatoid arthritis, according to a study published in American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine.
Feb 27
Helsinki, Finland Votes to Slash Meat and Dairy Purchases in Public Institutions by 50% by 2030
Helsinki’s City Council has approved a measure to cut the city’s purchases of meat and dairy products in half by the end of the decade, replacing them with plant-based alternatives across publicly funded meal programs.
Feb 27
Study: Vegan Diet Linked to Lower Atherosclerosis Risk Marker in Adults 40 to 70
A new study published in PLoS One reports that adults with greater adherence to a vegan dietary pattern had significantly lower levels of a key blood marker associated with atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.
Feb 27
Beyond Meat Expands Protein Drink Line With Four New Flavors
Beyond Meat has expanded its recently launched protein beverage line, introducing four new flavors of its Beyond Immerse sparkling protein drink as the company continues pushing further into the plant-based beverage market.