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A long-term committed ethical vegan and formerly Green Queen's resident plant-based reporter, Amy juggles raising a family and maintaining her editorial career, while also campaigning for increased mental health awareness in the professional world. Known for her love of searing honesty, in addition to recipe developing, animal welfare and (often lacklustre) attempts at handicrafts, she’s hands-on and guided by her veganism in all aspects of life. She’s also extremely proud to be raising a next-generation vegan baby.

Eating Out

5 UK Vegan Burger Chains That Give Fast Food a Run for Its Money

Amy Buxton Jul 21, 2023

There are a host of permanently vegan burger chains popping up across the U.S. Get acquainted with each, as they all have their own niche. There's every reason to want to indulge in a quick burger. But if you're looking to switch up the…
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Animal Rights

We’re Supplementing With Vitamin D3 More Than Ever. The Problem? It Mostly Comes From Sheep.

Amy Buxton Jul 21, 2023

Where does vitamin D come from? The answer may surprise you. Vitamin D3, both a nutrient we consume and a hormone our body produces, is essential for bone, teeth, and muscle health. It is most frequently gleaned through exposure to…
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Alt Protein

5 Reasons Besides Its Delicious Vegan Chicken That Will Make You Fall In Love With Atlas Monroe

Amy Buxton Jul 14, 2023

Atlas Monroe is a California-based startup that focuses on delivering succulent plant-based meats with comfort food flavours. Known for its vegan fried chicken, Atlas Monroe was propelled to fame, following founder Deborah Torres’…
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Alt Protein

10 A-List Celebrity Investors That Have a Stake In Vegan Protein

Amy Buxton Jul 12, 2023

From Natalie Portman to Drake, celebrities are investing in vegan brands, products, and services out to change the world. Property and Rolexes have been superseded as savvy investments for the rich and famous. Now, it’s all about who…
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Impact Investment

The 7 Best Vegan Shark Tank Pitches

Amy Buxton Jul 6, 2023

These seven Shark Tank appearances proved significant for plant-based entrepreneurs and made for exciting viewing. ABC's Shark Tank has become synonymous with cutthroat deals and investors circling for prime opportunities. As consumer…
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Climate Change

What Is The Degrowth Movement And Why Should You Care?

Amy Buxton Jun 22, 2023

Have we consumed our way to a climate crisis? Our entire economy is based on growth indicators and well, not all growth is good. That’s the underlying message of the degrowth movement—a term used to encapsulate political, social, and…
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Food & Nutrition

Love Dunkin’ Donuts? Try These 7 Vegan Donut Shops

Amy Buxton Jun 21, 2023

Dunkin' is an institution. If you love all things bready, fried and covered in sprinkles, but struggle to find vegan options, you're in luck. Vegan donut shops are indeed a thing, and they rival the donut king. The following companies…
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Alt Protein

Vegan Mum Must-Haves: 5 Alternative Meat Products I Always Have In My Fridge

Amy Buxton Jun 20, 2023

These are the tried and tested vegan meat products my toddler loves and will eat up with no argument. It's an added bonus that the rest of the house loves them as well. In an ideal world, we would all be eating a whole food plant-based…
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Vegan

4 Latinx Vegan Food Brands You’re Going to Be Obsessed With

Amy Buxton Jun 8, 2023

Vegan food is always a great alternative to the unsustainable food system, but know what’s even better? Vegan food that excites and surprises the tastebuds. Latin America's collection of vibrant countries turn out a plethora of…
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Recipes

5 Chinese Vegan Instagram Chefs You Need To Follow

Amy Buxton Jun 8, 2023

The following five Chinese vegan innovators will have you reaching for the bok choy before you can say compliments to the chef. As a source of inspiration, Instagram is hard to beat. Especially when it comes to cooking. Swipe through…
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Travel

10 Trends Shaping Eco Travel: Exploration Meets Ethics

Amy Buxton Jun 8, 2023

Following covid, travellers are shifting towards ‘planet-first’ destinations and meaningful eco-travel experiences. Globally, aviation accounts for around 2.5 percent of carbon emissions and 1.9 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions,…
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Women & Gender Rights

5 Black Female Entrepreneurs Changing the Vegan Food Industry

Amy Buxton Jun 8, 2023

Great food speaks for itself, and it tastes even better when it's supporting Black women's businesses. Each entrepreneur featured here was founded on a desire to bring healthy, nourishing food to every community and was born out of a…
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Climate Change

6 Female Scientists Making the World More Sustainable

Amy Buxton Jun 6, 2023

Scientific research might be considered a male-dominated arena, but it's time to recognise that there are plenty of female pioneers to celebrate. Strong women who identified a niche or subject that was ripe for further exploration have…
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Vegan

4 Staple African Pantry Ingredients to Elevate Your Plant-Based Cooking

Amy Buxton Jun 5, 2023

African cuisine is full of super grains, surprising grasses, and protein-rich ingredients that will elevate your palate. Not only are these foods healthy, but buying them can also support developing economies — and sourcing them is as…
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Alt Protein

The 5 Best Vegan Burger Chains To Help You Through Your McDonald’s Withdrawal

Amy Buxton Jun 5, 2023

If the McDonald's McPlant didn't set your heart on fire, and you’re looking to make the switch away from massive chain fast-food and embrace a vegan twist, you have to know about the following vegan burger chains. Looking for the…
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Alt Protein

The 7 Best IKEA Vegan Food Options To Eat In-Store And At Home

Amy Buxton Jun 2, 2023

IKEA has made notable commitments to increasing its vegan food ranges. It is upping the plant-based stakes in its restaurants, at its takeaway counters, and in the food halls. But which items are worth trying? Pledging to make its…
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Alt Protein

The Business Of Fat: Meet The 5 Global Startups Working To Replace Animal Derived Fat

Amy Buxton Jun 1, 2023

The search for animal fat alternatives is taking off. Below, we highlight five food tech startups focusing on the business of fat. Demand for flavourful cultivated meats, realistic plant-based options, and palm oil-free products is…
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Alt Protein

These 5 Alt Breast Milk Startups Could Prevent the Next Baby Formula Shortage

Amy Buxton May 31, 2023

Breast milk alternatives are poised to disrupt the infant formula market. Here are the players you need to know. The recent U.S. baby formula shortage has brought into sharp focus a need for alternatives to be brought to market. The…
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Green Finance

Environmental And Socially Aware Credit Cards? These Are the 5 Most Ethical Options

Amy Buxton May 25, 2023

Despite a plastic credit card not being massively eco-friendly, how the companies behind it are run can help you lessen your planetary impact. If you are in the market for a new credit card, take a look at the following options before…
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Animal Rights

The 7 Best Vegan Books To Ease Into Eating Less Meat

Amy Buxton May 5, 2023

Want to eat less meat? Read a book, first. If you want the facts about meat consumption, and some practical tips on how to reduce yours, and even a few recipes to get you started, the following eight vegan books will get you there. Best…
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Climate Change

What Is Earth Day? (And Does It Really Matter?)

Amy Buxton Apr 18, 2023

Earth Day is more than just a social media trend. A global event that encourages environmentalism, it has become synonymous with eco mobilisation and addressing the imbalance in the world. Falling on April 22nd every year, Earth…
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