Sara Seitz

Sara Seitz

I'm a professional freelance writer with decades of experience learning about and living a green, clean life. I grew up in Colorado under the influence of three generations of knowledgeable women who knew their way around the garden. I graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelor of science in biology and a minor in English. A year before graduation, my life was upended by an unexpected diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes. Facing the reality of living with an incurable autoimmune disease I left to reflect hard on my lifestyle. While this type of diabetes cannot be cured or treated with diet, I was certain that focusing on my health and fueling my body with clean food would help better manage the condition. As a lifelong animal lover, it wasn’t difficult for me to transition fully to a vegan diet. When I'm not constructing articles for clients, you can find me wrist-deep in dirt in my vegetable garden, hiking with my dogs, or back in front of the computer creating imaginative worlds in my quest to become a published fiction writer. [email protected]

Latest Articles

Vegan Mayo

Top 5 Vegan Mayo Brands of 2023

Vegan mayonnaise is now widely available at most grocery stores. But which product in this growing market tastes the best? Here are 5 of the best vegan mayonnaise brands you can buy.

Celery juice in glass with celery stalks.

5 Best Celery Juicers of 2023

Looking to put all the celery juice hype to the test or just in the market for a quality juicer? We’ve got you covered with our top five best celery juicers of 2022.

Homemade vegan yellow mustard in a white ramekin.

Is Mustard Vegan? The Answer, Plus Our Easy Recipe

Mustard is used by hundreds of different cultures around the world, making it one of the most popular condiments on Earth. But is it suitable for your vegan diet? That answer plus our exclusive homemade vegan mustard recipe.

Cooking primavera pasta in a pan - vegan american and italian primavera pasta dish with broccoli, beans, asparagus, peas and tomatoes in a pan on a wooden table, top view.

Is Pasta Vegan? The Answer Plus Our Favorite Recipes

There are hundreds of different types of pasta out there, all prepared in slightly different ways. Here, we’ll take a deep dive into what pasta is, exactly, and answer that common question, ‘Is pasta vegan?’

A variety of plant based milk brands in a grocery aisle

5 Best Plant-Based Milk Brands of 2023

Overwhelmed by the huge selection of vegan milk varieties now available? Here are five of the best plant-based milk brands that taste great while being good for you and the planet.

Ripe strawberries growing in flower pot

How to Grow Strawberries In Pots In 8 Easy Steps

Strawberries aren’t the easiest crops to grow in containers, but it can be done so long as you do a few key things. In this article, we’ll show you how to grow strawberries in pots to assure a plentiful harvest.

Classic vegan chili in a blue bowl with chopped spring onions on a wooden table

9 Best Vegan Chili Recipes

Getting burned out on the same-old chili? We’ve got 9 of the best vegan chili recipes with awesomely unique ingredients and flavor profiles to make you fall in love with this dish all over again.

A wooden table filled with fresh, whole foods, including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains

What Are Whole Foods?

More and more doctors and dieticians are recommending whole food diets as a way to promote better health. Before you can adopt this healthy diet, you need to understand what whole foods are and why they’re so good for you.

Lemon Vinaigrette in a glass jar top view with salt and herbs

Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

This refreshing lemon vinaigrette dressing recipe is simple to make at home and will add an instant splash of summer flavor to your favorite salads. All you’ll need to create this easy recipe is a lemon, vinegar, oil, and maple syrup.

Tofu stir fry with snow peas and cilantro

Is Tofu Healthy?

People have a lot to say about tofu. Some love it, some think it’s terrible for you. In this article, we’ll dive deep into the question of ‘is tofu healthy’ to help you decide if you should include this vegan protein in your diet.

Freshly fried seitan with mixed vegetables, steaming in a pan.

What Is Seitan and How Is It Used?

Confused about what seitan is, how it’s made, and whether or not it’s good for you? We’ve got all your answers plus some of our favorite seitan recipes, right here.

Vegan Fish Sauce

5 Vegan Fish Sauce Substitutes (+ Our Favorite Recipe)

Fish sauce is a staple in many Eastern dishes, but if you follow a vegan diet, you’ll need a fish-free alternative. Read on to learn the best vegan fish sauce substitutes, our favorite commercial brands, and complete steps for making a vegan version at home.

Ground garlic in a bowl and fresh cloves on a wooden background

How Much Garlic Powder Equals One Clove?

Out of fresh garlic and in need of a substitute? In this article, we’ll tell you how much garlic powder equals one clove, plus give you some other fresh garlic substitute options and share our homemade garlic powder recipe!

Vegan cheese slice on a sandwich

9 Best Vegan Cheese Brands to Buy

Vegan cheese options are becoming easier to find. And, luckily for every cheese-loving vegan out there, they’re also getting tastier. Here are nine of the best vegan cheese brands available today.

Fresh potato soup with green beans, carrots, red bell pepper and tomato

9 Easy Vegan Potato Soup Recipes

Love potato soup so much you could eat it every night? With these nine fantastic vegan potato soup recipes, you can do just that and never get bored.

Mashed potatoes in a cast iron crock on a wooden table

How to Reheat Mashed Potatoes without Drying Them Out

Reheating mashed potatoes without turning them to glue or drying them out is difficult, but not impossible. Here are 4 proven methods for reheating them so they taste just as good as they did the first time around.

Chopped Pumpkin on rustic cutting board with kitchen knife and mushrooms and vegetables ingredients for tasty vegetarian cooking, dark styled, top view

12 Comforting Vegan Fall Dinner Recipes

There’s a lot to love about autumn, but the delicious, hearty meals that come with the changing weather may be our favorite. If you are as excited as us to dig into some comforting vegan fall dinner recipes, then you’ve come to the right place. Here are 12 of our favorite fall meals.

Almond Milk in Jar

Does Almond Milk Go Bad? Everything You Should Know

Almond milk is a better choice for your health and the planet than dairy milk, but does almond milk go bad the same way traditional milk does? Find out, plus learn how long almond milk lasts and how best to store it.

Best Vegan Soup Recipes

14 Best Vegan Soup Recipes for Fall

The weather is turning which means soup season has finally arrived. Welcome autumn the right way with our top picks for the best vegan soup recipes.

A pumpkin on a towel on a beach wearing sunglasses and a straw hat

Is Pumpkin a Fruit or a Vegetable?

You’ve probably heard that pumpkins are technically fruits even though they taste like vegetables. But which label is accurate? We’re here to answer this age-old question.

Nutritional yeast in a wooden spoon

5 Best Nutritional Yeast Brands to Buy

Nutritional yeast is a staple in the vegan community. Learn what makes this product so great and see our recommendations of the top five best nutritional yeast brands.

Vegan Evaporated milk dripping off a spoon into a jar

The Best Vegan Substitute for Evaporated Milk

Evaporated milk is a common ingredient in many creamy soups, deserts, and sauces. Check out these great recipes for creating your own simple vegan substitute for evaporated milk at home.

Cabbage soup in large pot with ladle, carrots, onion, pepper and garlic on the kitchen towel

9 Healthy Vegan Cabbage Soup Recipes

Cabbage is a low-calorie, nutritious veggie that makes the perfect food for those looking to detox, lose weight, and eat better in general. Here are our favorite cabbage soup recipes so you can enjoy more of this superfood.

Vegan ketchup in a white bowl on a wooden table

Is Ketchup Vegan?

Few people wonder if ketchup is vegan. Even fewer realize that the answer is not as straightforward as you’d expect. In this article we’ll answer the question ‘is ketchup vegan’ and share some of our favorite vegan ketchup brands and recipes with you.

young woman shopping for produce in a grocery store

How to Eat a Plant-Based Diet on a Budget

A plant-based diet may sound expensive, but it can actually be cheaper than the standard American diet. Learn how to eat plant-based within your budget using our seven easy tips.

Vegan Butter Brands

10 Best Vegan Butter Brands to Buy in 2023

It is getting easier than ever to find vegan butter. But finding one that tastes good? That’s still a challenge. To help you through the noise, we’ve tracked down the 10 best vegan butter brands that taste and bake like the real thing.

Two brownies stacked on a while plate with a blue background

9 Best Egg Substitutes for Brownies

Whether you’re looking to bake some exceptional vegan brownies or just working with an empty fridge, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got 9 of the best egg substitutes for brownies that you will find.

Woman watering fall garden

What to Plant in a Fall Vegetable Garden

A late-season veggie garden is a great way to keep your harvest going well into the colder months. Not sure what to plant in your fall vegetable garden? We’ve got 22 great options that will keep you well supplied in homegrown produce straight into winter.

Vegan Peanut Butter

10 Best Vegan Peanut Butter Brands

Vegan doesn’t just mean animal-free ingredients. It means ethically sourced and planet-friendly. With that in mind, here are 10 of the best vegan peanut butter brands you should be buying.

Herb Scissors

Our Best Herb Scissors of 2023

Herb scissors make chopping herbs quick and efficient, but only if they work. Avoid pairs that are destined to jam or rust and check out our list of the best herb scissors on the market.

Cooked farro in a glass bowl with a wooden spoon

How to Cook Farro Perfectly, 3 Ways

Learn how to cook farro using a rice maker, an instant pot, or on the stove. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for our favorite stovetop “pasta method,” along with tips for storing and serving farro.

3 ears of corn wrapped in foil

How to Reheat Corn on the Cob

Got some leftover cobs after last night’s barbeque? These four methods for reheating corn on the cob are so easy, you’ll never throw away your leftover corn again.