Kombucha has been making its rounds recently, but this fermented tea has actually been around for over two thousand years—originating from Ancient China—and ever since, it has been dubbed the “immortal health elixir.” With extraordinary health benefits like combating degenerative…
Gut health has been a topic of much discussion, and for good reason: a healthy gut microbiome can have an impact on many aspects of life, from mental health to helping fight the common cold and preventing some types of…
Have you ever gotten in an argument about whether something is a fruit or a vegetable? You're not alone and we're here to clear the air: Fruits are defined as the part of the plant that develops from a flower…
Did you know that if we took better care of our soil, we could reduce greenhouse gas, use less pesticides, promote biodiversity, and support our local farmers? But in order to do that, we need to change the way…
Happy Earth Day! Here at SPUD, we believe our beautiful planet should be celebrated every day. The food industry is notorious for waste, both of the food and packaging variety. But we’re here to change the world, one bite at…
Ever since I made my first homemade almond milk, I’ve been obsessed with making plant-based milks. It’s not that I don’t like cow milk, but the only time I ever use cow milk is really in my coffee--not to mention…
Fats are back! In the past fats have been villainized in the media and on grocery store shelves, but there is now a movement against wrongfully deeming all fat as bad fat. While there are some bad fats (almost…
Do you want a filling breakfast, but are always crunched for time in the mornings? Want to eat oats but you don’t want something hot? Just want to eat something delicious? You need to make overnight oats. …
As if we weren’t concerned about enough environmental woes already, here’s another one to add to your list! Kidding (kind of), this list isn’t to depress you or make you feel like it’s the end of the world, it’s just…
It's no secret that organic produce can be more expensive than conventional (see why here) so it's not always feasible to eat 100% organic. But how do you know what organic produce you should prioritize and what to buy conventional? That's…
