What is Natural Spring Water? Natural spring water is exactly what it sounds like. Water which is formed entirely naturally and found in a complete state of its own natural purity. You have to admit, when you think about it, something as simple as natural spring water, which we (the lucky ones) take for granted, is a bit of a rare phenomenon in this modern age. As an example of a sustainable life-cycle, free from chemicals and unnatural/unnecessary human interference, natural spring water produces and restores itself from the very essence of its originality. Cool right?! In being a crucial...

What is Protein?  Protein is an essential macronutrient that should be a big part of everyone’s diet. It’s a “macro” nutrient because we need to consume a lot of it. Why? Well, it’s pretty important, because it helps keep you alive. In fact, the word “protein” originates from the Greek word “proteos”, meaning “of the first rank”, or in other words, “the most important”. Humans can break down and make their own protein, but require amino acids to do so. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and some of them can only be acquired from our diets; these...

What is Omega-3? “Fat” is such a demonized word, but despite its negative connotations, it’s not always a bad thing. Omega-3 is a fatty acid, which is a type of polyunsaturated fat. There are many different types, but there are 3 that are incredibly important: ALA = alpha-linolenic acid (short-chain) EPA = eicosapentaenoic acid (long-chain) DHA = docosahexaenoic acid (long-chain) What is an Essential Fatty Acid? ALA is otherwise known as the parent fatty acid, because it can be used to create both EPA and DHA. It’s required by the body but humans are unable to synthesize it, so ALA...

Best Vegan Snacks for Traveling Vegan Travel Dilemma The day has finally come! You’re all packed and brimming with excitement as you jump into a taxi to take you to the airport. There was no time for breakfast, but that’s ok as it’s barely even 7 am and you’re early for your flight anyway - you’ll have plenty of time to grab something once you’re through security. Bags checked in. Security done. Now, where’s the nearest food vendor? You’ve searched everywhere and there’s not a plant-based option insight - not even a tiny vegan snack! It’s a long journey ahead...