Does the presence of wasps inside figs mean they should be avoided by people following a strict vegetarian diet?

In a viral video, Indian actress Shenaz Treasurywala explained how female wasps enter a fig through a tiny opening to pollinate it, losing their wings in the process.

Recently, though, there’s been a heated social media discussion around whether figs should be considered vegan. Although most ...

The organic and vegan enzyme Oenozym Thiols features primary β-Lyase activity, which releases thiols from their amino ...

A debate over figs' vegan status has gone viral due to their unique pollination process with wasps, which some claim makes ...

Raw veganism is a plant-based diet that involves no cooking. On this diet, food isn’t heated above 104 degrees and is eaten ...

Ginger lemon tea is a staple in Ayurvedic routines, particularly useful during fasting periods. Ginger is a digestive and metabolic powerhouse, help ...

In our weekly column, Quick Bites, we round up the latest developments in the alt-protein and sustainable food industry.

The Vegan Society, the world's oldest vegan charity, is celebrating its 80th anniversary today, marking World Vegan Day. The society was founded in 1944 by ...

But while following plant-based eating may be better for us and the planet, it can take time and effort to consistently create interesting, nutritionally balanced vegetarian and vegan meals.

Plant-based and filling, ethical and fresh, veggie eats excite the tastebuds and look after our planet. Brisbane/Meanjin’s vegan and vegetarian scene has recently picked up the pace, with an array of ...