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Do labels like ‘cage-free’ mean eggs are more sustainable?

When it comes to different types of eggs, it’s about conditions more than carbon

February 17, 2026

4 common soy myths, debunked

We dug into the research and chatted with a dietitian to separate soy fact from fiction

August 25, 2025

How to organize your freezer

A guide to maximizing what you put in—and take out—of cold storage, complete with maps

July 17, 2025

The 3 rules of freezing food

How to preserve food for maximum deliciousness

July 17, 2025

4 recipes that won’t heat up the kitchen

Good for the planet, your energy bill, and your appetite

The best plant-based burgers, ranked

Which faux patty should replace beef at your table?

May 31, 2025

Best-ever dairy-free corn muffins

Fluffy, dairy-free, and just sweet enough, they’re great as-is and a perfect base for mix-ins

Black bean smash burgers

Two crispy patties are superior to one

Miso-ranch snack mix

Every snack’s better with ranch—and protein

Sesame noodles with crispy tofu and broccoli

Boiling’s a quick way to perfectly crunchy tofu

Fridge-cleanout veggie paella

An easy weeknight meal worthy of celebration

Which alt milk is best for the planet?

Guess what? Anything’s better than moo juice.

April 26, 2025