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Anna Keeve is the west coast correspondent for The Beet. Anna’s articles have appeared in LA Progressive, VegOut Magazine, Locale Magazine, Cannabis Magazine and more. With a focus on plant-based lifestyle, food, business and veg-friendly travel, Anna's always on the prowl for what's new, what's hot and what's next. Anna is also the founder of PlantBasedPopUp, a fine-dining pop-up experience that hosts wine and food pairing dinners at top restaurants. Connect with Anna (or send her a news tip) at lifesalternateroute.com or @lifesalternateroute.

The Nut You Should Be Eating to Lower Diabetes and Heart Disease Risk

Macadamia nuts are a superfood with major health and beauty benefits. Rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and key nutrients, the creamy, delicious nut has even been known to support weight loss. If you’ve shied away from macadamia nuts in the past, it might be time to reconsider:
While the macadam…

Happy National CBD Day! We Found the Best Deals On Vegan CBD Products

Today, August 8th is National CBD Day. While it might seem gimmicky to have a “day” to celebrate CBD, it’s a good reminder as to why people are increasingly turning to the plant-derived compound for reducing anxiety and stress, improving sleep quality and …

How to Lose Fat, Build Muscle and Stay Lean on a Plant-Based Diet From a Pro

Let’s be honest, sticking with a workout regimen, and adhering to healthy eating can be challenging. Don’t fret: Here at The Beet we’re committed to providing you with the tools, motivation, and education to not only get started, but stay the course an…

This Cancun Resort is the Ultimate Vegan-Friendly Vacation Spot

As states around the US continue to ride the pandemic wave, Mexico, a popular tourist-bound locale to the south, is starting to open back up. Depending on where you live, it might be tough to visit this tropical paradise right now since non-essential travel is still being discouraged...

Just In Time For the Summer Heat: New So Delicious Dairy-Free Treats

So Delicious has been a long-time player is the dairy-free frozen desserts space. Before most people even knew what the word vegan meant, So Delicious was whipping up plant-based frozen desserts and yogurts. With 30 years under their belt, they continue to prove that certified vegan and non-GMO trul…

Meat Industry Could Lose $20 Billion, As Shoppers Choose Alternatives

The meat industry has been in a very public downward spiral since the pandemic ravaged the country. Now, experts say their losses could top $20 billion this year. COVID-19 has shined a spotlight on just how unessential—and detrimental—meat really is...

Impossible Foods Goes Direct-to-Consumer With 2-Day Delivery

It just got easier to get America’s favorite meatless meat into your kitchen: Impossible Foods is now selling its plant-based burgers and meats online with free shipping—including a speedy 2-day shipping option.
The plant-based food tech company launched in 2016 with a food serv…

Plant-Based Brands That Support Black Lives Matter and Are Doing Something About It

This week, many companies spoke out about the Black Lives Matter movement. Supporting the movement goes beyond "corporate responsibility" –it's corporate humanity. But a few plant-based brands are taking action and actually funding the movement...

This Genius Invention Prevents Produce Spoilage: Here’s Everything you Need to Know

Wouldn't it be nice to walk into your backyard and pick a fresh avocado, tomato, or other veggie on-demand…only when you are ready to use? Yes, but this is 2020, and we live in a society where the only picking most of us are doing is off the shelf at a supermarket; or, if we are luc…

National Donut Day is the Perfect Time to Get Your Vegan Donut Fix

There are few things better than biting into a delicious sugar-laden donut. While traditional donuts are typically made with milk and egg, there is a growing number of donut shops perfecting the vegan donut—no animal products needed! Just in time for National Donut Day 2020, which is taking place th…