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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

June 9, 2025

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

May 29, 2025

Black bean smash burgers

Two crispy patties are superior to one

May 22, 2025

Miso-ranch snack mix

Every snack’s better with ranch—and protein

May 15, 2025

Sesame noodles with crispy tofu and broccoli

Boiling’s a quick way to perfectly crunchy tofu

May 8, 2025

Fridge-cleanout veggie paella

An easy weeknight meal worthy of celebration

May 1, 2025

Which alt milk is best for the planet?

Guess what? Anything’s better than moo juice.

April 26, 2025