Animal cruelty in Dutch animal agriculture and why this also concerns people outside the Netherlands
Carnists often defend the consumption of animal products by saying animal agriculture is doing pretty well and isn’t cruel. Cases of animal abuse are considered to be rare occurences. In the Netherlands this argument is often used, as the Dutch agricultural sector is considered to be one of the best in the world, with relatively […]
Is lab-grown meat vegan?
Research into developing lab-grown meat or so-called ‘cultured meat’ has been going on for quite some years now. The first lab-grown burger was developed in 2013 and several other types of lab-grown meat have been successfully made since. It is expected that the price of this type of meat will go down in the coming […]
What is shellac?
Shellac, or E904, is a glazing agent made from the secretion of female lac bugs. After fertilization, the female lac bug finds a spot on a tree and creates a layer of shellac that covers herself entirely. In this cocoon-like place, the lac bug lays her eggs, which will be protected thanks to the shellac. […]
Why you shouldn’t buy wool anymore
You’ve probably seen sheep standing in a field or perhaps you’ve even been to a traditional sheep shearing event. These things usually don’t seem that bad, which is why many people believe there is nothing wrong with using wool. We used to think that as well. Unfortunately, the production of wool turns out to be […]
The importance of vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is an important vitamin that everyone needs to live healthily. B12 plays an important role in the production of red blood cells and DNA and it’s necessary to keep your nervous system functioning properly. Therefore it’s important to prevent a B12 deficiency. Deficiency Often by the time people find out they have a […]
Turkeys: the cruelty behind Christmas dinner
Christmas is a special time of the year for many people around the world. Even if the holiday has no religious meaning for some, families use the time to get together to share food and gifts and enjoy each other’s company. Unfortunately – and rather obviously – Christmas isn’t such a festive occasion for turkeys. […]