The Omvits Blog

Dating can be difficult. Dating as a vegan can be even more difficult; 1.5 million people followed a plant-based diet in 2020, equivalent to 3% of the population. So unless you’re lucky, it’s likely you may have to deal with dating an omnivore at some point.

If you can see yourself dating an omnivore, understand that it won’t be easy, but here are a few tips for vegetarians or vegans who have found themselves on a date with someone who eats meat

Humans are often pretty terrible at giving themselves the same care and attention they give to those around them. Though it’s great to put others first, many of us are taught this from childhood, but it’s just as essential to care for yourself.

But to keep it simple, we’ve put together a list of our favourite pick-me-up, self-care brands so you can get some well-deserved me-time in.

Earth Day’s mission is to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. They are the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement, working with more than 75,000 partners in over 190 countries to drive positive action for our planet.

The long-awaited Seaspiracy documentary was released on Netflix on March 24 and has been making waves across the internet. This 90-minute exposé is created by the same team who made the Cowspiracy documentary and is directed by the British filmmaker Ali Tabrizi and his assistant director/wife Lucy.  Here are the key things from Seaspiracy that we all need to learn, remember and share.  

Whether you’re considering a plant-based diet for your health, the environment, the animals, or all three, you may be feeling confused or overwhelmed by all the conflicting information you discover. 

But no fret, here are our favourite books about plant-based nutrition to set the record straight and support you during your transition.

Since Seaspiracy launched on Netflix, in late March, the hype for films for people who care about planet earth has been growing. People want to see well made, informative and heart provoking films telling them about the current state of climate change and what we can do to change things. 

A Vitamin B12 deficiency is actually quite common!  Several studies have shown that between 3 and 5% of the population have a deficiency. (14) You will be at risk of a deficiency if you don’t get enough Vitamin B12 from your diet. 

Here are signs and symptoms of a Vitamin B12 deficiency and what you can do about them.