Este blog post está auspiciado por Ciclón.

Llegando a Puerto Rico en el 2004 desde Austria, Ciclón ha sido la bebída energética escogida por la población Boricua año tras año. Ahora, Ciclón presenta su nuevo producto Ciclón Wellness dirigido a la población enfocada en el bienestar.

Luego de probar este producto, puedo decir que ya sea en el trabajo, ejercitándome, disfrutando o simplemente creando, puedo contar con Ciclón Wellness para impulsar mi energía natural. A diferencia de otros productos similares que brindan la energía con azúcar y otros estimulantes, esta bebida energizánte tiene como base el extracto de té verde y grano de café verde. 

Con sus 5 deliciosos sabores frutales, Ciclón Wellness contiene el poder y el beneficio de las súper frutas que son ricas en antioxidantes, nutrientes, fibra, vitaminas (C, B6 y B12) y minerales. Entre los sabores están: Yuzu Ginger & Green Tea, Prickly Pear, Golden Kiwi Lemon Ginger, Mandarin-Tropic con physalis y Pineapple-Mint. Haciendo este producto uno único en el mercado. 

Al tomar esta bebida energizánte vegan-friendly, tengo la certeza de comenzar o continuar mi día sin azúcar añadida, preservativos, ni gluten. Y por su puesto, me mantiene alerta y enfocada hasta en los momentos más agotadores. 

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Just in time for the gifting season, here are my 2022 Holiday Gift Guides. There’s a little something for everyone, even furry friends!

Before we get into it, it’s important for you to know that this post contains affiliate links, which means that I may make a small commission if you decide to purchase something through one of my links. It’s important to mention that I will never recommend anything that I wouldn’t use myself or strongly believe in. Don’t worry, you get the same price! When you purchase through one of my links, it helps pay for web hosting, email delivery, domain registration, and other various fees that help keep VeggieJeva operational. I appreciate your support!

Gift Guide For the Foodie

1. Urban Leaf – Herb Garden Complete Kit: Turn your windowsill into an edible urban oasis with this Culinary Garden Trio Kit that includes basil, parsley, and cilantro. Unlike our bottle garden kits that require BYO bottles, this kit comes with absolutely everything you need to get growing immediately. Free seed collection with purchase: FREESEEDS22.
2. Simply Straws Reusable Utensil Kit: A sustainable gift that has everything you’ll need to stay plastic-free regardless of where you’re and what you’re eating.
3. Nuts.com Nuts: This company loves all varieties of nuts and values the distinct tastes, flavors, textures, and aromas of each type of nut. They believe that when you buy nuts, they should always be fresh and of superior quality so that you can enjoy them to the fullest.
4. Multifunctional 13-in-1 Food Chopper: The latest multifunctional vegetable chopper and slicer chop, dice, slice or grate! This vegetable chopper is a practical kitchen tool, the vegetable chopper offers multiple functions in one highly versatile kitchen gadget. The blades go in and out quickly and are built to last, making it the perfect tool to make home cooking easier and faster.
5. Stojo 32oz Bowls, 3-pack: These do-it-all bowls hold a whopping 4.5 cups! Collapse and stack them for space-saving organization, or fill them up while you meal prep. Get 10% off with WELCOME10.
6. Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System with Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor: This is a personal favorite! Ninja’s Most Powerful Blender system that crushes, food processes, makes smoothie bowls & dough. A true 4-in-1 blender!
7. TRUFF Truffle Lovers Pack: A gift bundle with TRUFF’s bestselling products  Black Truffle Hot Sauce, Black Truffle Pomodoro Pasta Sauce, and Black Truffle Oil encased in a beautiful VIP box.
8. Tofu Press: Using a Tofubud Press is the best way to press tofu. It’s also the quickest way to get it extra firm. It takes only 15 min for this tofu press to drain all the moisture out, even from a block of the firmest tofu!
9. Loca Potato Queso Party Box: So many vegetables, it’s basically a salad. If you’re obsessed with queso (like we are), you’re in the right place. Loca reimagined classic nacho sauce with real vegetables, tons of nutrients, no artificial flavors or colors, and none of the top 8 allergens. Get 10% off with code VEGGIEJEVA.
10. Assorted Box of Vegan Chocolate Truffles: These melt-in-mouth chocolate truffles mark the very beginning of our journey at Elements Truffles! This classic gift box contains an assortment of our signature flavors. A perfect sampler of delicate truffles. Hand crafted and garnished with love.

Gift Guide For the Wellness Guru

1. The Qi Floral Tea Tasting Collection: Need help to feel a moment of daily inner calm and joy? Whole flower herbal teas that bloom as they warm up with water. Perfect for a night of self-care. Get 10% off on your first order with code: QiFlower10
2. Somebody CBD Full Spectrum Oil Drops: This is a therapeutic, CBD sublingual tincture made from the highest quality medicinal hemp extract, grown sustainably in Colorado.
3. Ritual Vitamin Subscription: The perfect daily multivitamin from a company committed to creating the purest, most effective vitamin formulations, and sharing every ingredient, source & scientist that made this vitamin a reality.
4. Osea Sea Minerals Mist: Supercharged seaweed toning mist with Mineral Peptides plumps and invigorates. An ideal delivery system for hydration that balances and primes complexion for makeup.
5. POJ Studio DIY Incense Kit: Make your own Japanese incense with this kit. Complete with aromatic oils, citrusy yuzu powders, a mortar & pestle, and triangle mold.
6. The Human Being Journal: This notebook is designed to help you make the most of your manifestation efforts. At the top of the year, you envision your ideal life in 10 specific areas, like career, spirit, and creative passions. And then you check in monthly: How are you feeling? What progress have you made? What’s next for you?
7. MatchaBar Starter Kit: The BEST (and brightest!) matcha that I’ve ever had comes from Matcha Bar. With this matcha kit, you can be your own barista. Complete with the very first electric (and USB rechargeable!) matcha whisk, a matcha scoop, and our world-renowned ceremonial grade matcha. Get 20% off with code VEGGIEJEVA20.
8. Mindfulness Card Set: Inside this colorful box are over 50 prompts and exercises divided into four sections: rest and balance, curiosity and joy, insight and awareness, and kindness. 
9. Ice Roller for Face & Eyes: Facial roller to reduce puffiness, migraines, pain relief, and minor injuries.
10. Acupressure Mat: Acupressure mat and pillow set for back and neck pain relief and muscle relaxation massage. By simply lying on the set for 10-30 minutes daily, the mat and pillow trigger the body’s innate way of reducing pain naturally it is an effective tool for easing tension and inducing a state of deep relaxation.

Gift Guide For the Fitness Devotee

1. Performance Cork Yoga Mat (5mm): This rigorously tested mat is roomy, perfectly cushioned for joint support, antimicrobial, dry-wicking and slip-free, wet or dry. It’s also 100% formaldehyde-free, non-toxic and PVC-free, perfect for a clean practice and a peaceful savasana.
2. Somebody CBD Muscle, Joint, and Skin Balm: This muscle balm combines hemp extract CBD, arnica oil, and essential oils with shea butter to provide relief and nourishment to wounds, skin, joints, and muscles.
3. Four Sigmatic PlantBased Protein: Sip immune and occasional stress support from 18 grams of a blend of 5 pure organic vegan proteins with a balanced amino acid profile, and a high dose of 7 amazing mushrooms and adaptogens. With no grains, gums, or other nasty fillers. Get 10% off with code VEGGIEJEVA.
4. Girlfriend Racerback Sports Bra: These bras are designed so you can move around without feeling too constricted because nobody likes that. They’re also sustainable, so when you’re finished with this item (a long, long time from now), recycle it with their program ReGirlfriend.
5. Girlfriend Compressive Pocket Legging: Compressive, squat-proof, and compressive leggings, made from plastic water bottles. These are also sustainable, so when you’re finished with this item (a long, long time from now), recycle it with their program ReGirlfriend.
6. Girlfriend Cami Unitard: The only compressive unitard you will ever need, made from 36 recycled water bottles for all your yoga, pilates, and looking cute needs. It’s like your favorite cami and coziest leggings had a baby.
7. Bala 2lb Bangles: Add extra resistance to your workout with these stylish wearable weights. Weighing one pound each, these bangles can be worn on the wrists or ankles to add a constant but comfortable level of resistance that helps to increase heart rate, burn fat, and build muscle. Wear these weights during any workout from yoga to running to boxing, for an extra boost to your fitness routine.
8. Bala Resistance Band Set: Designed to intensify any and every workout, these resistance bands from Bala are sensibly designed for yoga, pilates, home workouts, strength training and rehabilitation.
9. Fitness Dice: Shake up your workout with this handy kit that includes 7 wooden dice and an instructional booklet with 36 different exercises—offering a fun and effective way to get a full-body workout at home or on the go. 
10. Eco-friendly Gym Bag: You won’t find a harder-working duffle bag that’s durable and versatile. It’s sustainably and ethically made with fairtrade organic cotton canvas. The perfect size for a weekend trip or your daily workout.

Gift Guide For the Outdoor Enthusiast

1. Women Switchback Shirt: Made From Recycled Coffee Grounds: Spent coffee grounds are mixed and melted down with recycled plastic bottles to create the fibers for an innovative shirt. This result is an adventure shirt that keeps you cool, comfy, and looking sharp.
2. Loafer Single Hammock: Lightweight and packable outdoor hammock, perfect for anywhere you may venture, be it backpacking through the deep woods, a lazy afternoon at the local park, or a sunny day at the beach.
3. Trailhead Pants: Eco-friendly hiking pants that are waterproof and breathable, four-way stretch, antimicrobial, and tear-resistant, pack down into the front pocket for travel or use as a small pillow.
4. Kachula Outdoor Blanket: Your go-to blanket for any camping trip, festival, picnic, family adventure, international vacation, and more, the Kachula Adventure Blanket is ready for it all. The blanket stuffs into itself for use as a pillow has a snap-attached hood to convert it to an emergency poncho, and is packable, water-resistant, and durable.
5. The North Face Stormbreak 2 Tent: A classic two-person camping tent with ample headroom. Featuring large doors for easy access (and amazing views of the outdoors), this is a roomy tent designed for making outdoor memories.
6. Gaia Sling Bag: An eco-friendly fanny-pack/sling bag made with organic cotton canvas for carrying everyday essentials easily.
7. Mosquito Repellent Spray: Enjoy the outdoors in peace with plant-powered Bug Botanist mosquito repellent spray. 
8. Women’s Escape Thrive Endure Shoe: Go off-grid in this 3D-printed performance multi-sport shoe built for the trail and beyond. The New TechLite Plush midsole delivers a smooth heel-to-toe transition, ensuring lasting underfoot comfort and waterproof technology.
9. Carson Kinglet Compact Binoculars with Carrying Pouch: Enjoy crystal clear images thanks to the multi-coated lenses and BK-7 prisms in these binoculars. These foldable, durable, and lightweight binoculars are the perfect addition to your next wild adventure! Includes carrying pouch and a microfiber lens cleaning cloth.
10. Ace Camp Strata Stove: Camp in style with this sturdy compact stove! Made of lightweight material, this stove is easy to pack up and take on the go. 

Gift Guide For the Beauty Expert

1. Milk Makeup’s KUSH High Volumizing Mascara: This mega-volume mascara is quite literally the BEST mascara I’ve ever had. It gives you super-thick ultra dramatic falsie-level lashes from root to tip. 
2. Glossier Stretch Concealer: A buildable concealer that covers everything from dark circles to blemishes and redness, with a dewy, glowy finish.
3. Glossier Boy Brow: A brushable, creamy wax that visibly thickens, shapes, and grooms brows into place.
4. Milk Makeup‘s Mini Lip + Cheek Cream Blush: A two-in-one cream blush and lip color formulated with hydrating ingredients for buildable, blendable color.
5. Rare Beauty’s Lip Soufflé Matte Cream Lipstick: A weightless air-whipped lip cream that hugs lips with rich color and nourishing hydration that gives a soft velvety matte finish.
6. ILA True Skin Serum Foundation: A weightless, medium-coverage foundation with a natural finish—now featuring active levels of smoothing Niacinamide and soothing Allantoin. 
7. Matte Eyeshadow Palette: This palette in Nude Mood has perfectly curated ten matte eyeshadow shades for achieving both beautifully bold or subtle everyday eyewear. 
8. Paula’s Choice’s Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant: A daily leave-on exfoliant with two percent salicylic acid to sweep away dead skin cells, unclog pores, and visibly smooth wrinkles—practically overnight.
9. Calm Daily Moisturizer: Sensitive skin is safe with us in this fragrance-free formula of Cottongrass and Sunflower for long-lasting hydration. Potent vitamins and essential fatty acids help reduce excess water loss, while soothing Blue Daisy calms redness for a richly hydrated, happy complexion.
10. Facial Steamer + Facial Brush: Detoxify and cleanse your face like the professionals with this perfect pair! This bundle will include a Beige Aira Facial Steamer and the Raedia Facial Cleansing Brush in the color of your choice.

Gift Guide For the Homebody

1. Keetsa Dual Side Eye Mask: Designed to provide a soothing blackout to assist with relaxation and help to relieve insomnia, migraine headaches, and general sleeplessness. All while having a 100% recyclable fill.
2. Featherweight Hang Loose Jumpsuit: This light-as-air jumpsuit is your new comfort secret weapon, and the most versatile style in your closet: sleep in it. Lounge in it. Throw it on over your swimsuit. Or slip into it when the workday ends. Its relaxed fit and carefree make it an absolute essential.
3. Bearaby Weighted Cotton Blanket: An organic cotton knitted weighted blanket to help you sleep better and feel calmer, naturally.
4. Classic Tencel Eucalyptus Sheet Set: An eucalyptus sheet set that’s as soft as silk but 100% vegan and 3x more breathable than cotton.
5. Cozy Faux-Fur Cross-Strap Slippers: Plush faux-fur upper, with cross-strap styling. Cushioned footbed for comfort. Textured synthetic outsole. Easy slide-on style.
6. Sustainable Stress-Relief Knot Pillow: A stress-relieving knot pillow to delight the senses. Hand-knotted from plant-based Melofoam.
7. We’re Not Really Strangers Game: A purpose-driven card game and movement all about empowering meaningful connections. Three carefully crafted levels of questions and wildcards that allow you to deepen your existing relationships and create new ones.
8. Everspring Lemon & Mint 100% Soy Wax Candle: This candle is perfect in any space that needs a deodorizing, fragrance lift: the kitchen, bathroom, laundry, or even an entryway to give a fresh, front-door welcome. 
9. Lap Desk with Memory Foam Cushion: the perfect lap desk so you can work or learn from the comfort of your bed, couch, or chair! The lap desk allows you to use your 13”, 15”, or smaller laptop and a computer mouse with plenty of room to spare. The tablet and smartphone slots allow you to see any incoming calls, messages, or emails easily
10. Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32 GB): Paperless reading everywhere you go, now with wireless charging, auto-adjusting front light, and 32 GB storage.

Gift Guide For the Stylist

1. Pura Vida Jewelry: This company provides full-time jobs to artisans worldwide, and donates millions to charity. Their pieces are beautifully handmade and are a nice way to give unique gifts this year while giving back. Get 20% off with code: KarlaAlverio20
2. Pela Sustainable Phone Case: Did you know the phone case industry makes 1+ BILLION plastic phone cases yearly? These eco-friendly cases are incredibly protective of your phone AND they’re 100% compostable, meaning they are also protective of the environment.
3. 30mm Large Hoop Earrings: Eco-friendly sterling silver plated in 14k gold. Get 50% off with HOLIDAY22. 
4. Gemma Backpack Purse – Gold Speckled Cork: Tired of not finding a vegan and sustainable bag? Look no further! This backpack purse is an elegant and versatile bag that can be worn as a backpack or handbag by adjusting the removable straps. This convertible vegan bag is polished enough for your work meetings but is also perfect for your favorite music or art festival. 
5. Greta Work Tote: Your all-in-one everyday tote bag perfect for work, travel, or school that’s made with 100% vegan leather and recycled water bottles
6. Pela Sulu Sunglasses: Eyewear for People Who Care: 33% less CO2e Emissions, 34% less water usage, and 82% less waste compared to conventional sunglasses and packaging. These sunglasses offer full UVA/UVB protection and are durable enough for anything you want to do outside.
7. Gladiator-Heeled Sandals: Add some gladiator vibes and a block heel to those oh-so-nostalgic jelly shoes with these vegan brown-heeled sandals.
8. Vegan Jadon Max Platform Boots: Dr. Marten’s highest, loudest boots are now available in synthetic vegan leather. Built on our stacked 2 1/4 inch Quad Max sole and signed with their iconic yellow Goodyear welt stitches and AirWair heel loop.
9. SKYLAR Vanilla Sky Eau de Parfum: This warm vanilla, gourmand fragrance has hints of cappuccino and caramelized cedarwood.
10. Dear Sunday’s Vegan Nail Polish: Non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free nail polish in a multiplicity of colors.

Gift Guide For the New Parent

1. WildBird Baby Linen Sling Wrap: Carry your baby comfortably in this versatile carrier made with luxurious linen fabric. Perfect for both new and seasoned baby wearers, the sling wrap provides the highest level of closeness and bonding with a customized fit.
2. Kibou Vegan Leather Bag: Kibou vegan leather fanny pack diaper bags that come in a multitude of rich, versatile colors. Designed to sit comfortably on your waist or cross-body, with diaper bags that are made from sustainable materials, and perfectly sized to hold exactly what you and your little one need.
3. Kibou Bou-Boo Bag: A ready-to-go first aid kit filled with supplies for life’s unexpected boo-boos. Fits perfectly in place of the changing pad in the back pocket when your Little One is out of diapers, or keep it in the main pocket with your other age-appropriate essentials.
4. Zoku Pocket Utensil Set: Zoku’s Pocket Utensil Set is designed to replace single-use plastic for good! The neatly nested set of 3 utensils includes a spoon, fork, and knife.
5. Kibou Diaper Changing Pad: A compact changing pad With a nylon zipper pouch for storage, you can store it easily anywhere.
6. Veggie Baby Finger Paint + Art Pad: Non-toxic and edible finger paints made by using veggies, with an all-purpose finger paint paper pad made from recycled paper.
7. Veggie Baby Kid’s Sculpting Dough: Non-toxic and edible modeling dough, designed to let children play, roll, shape, and create unique designs, with vegan dough is made from real vegetable powders.
8. Assorted Fruit and Vegetable Set: This wooden fruit and veggie set allows children to role-play as little chefs while they practice making their favorite dishes. The pieces are attached with velcro so kids can “cut” the fruits and vegetables using the wooden knife.
9. A Year of Us- A Couples Journal: Whether you and your partner have been together for one month or 10 years, there’s always something new to learn about each other. Deepen your connection and have fun with this couples journal full of 365 entertaining, thought-provoking questions.
10. Wooden Breakfast Tray: Part mobile workstation, part portable table, this versatile breakfast tray allows you to work on your laptop on the sofa, and enjoy a home-cooked breakfast in bed.

Gift Guide For the Techie

1. Erdig Laptop Sleeve 15 in.: Made with 14-oz organic cotton canvas and lined with organic cotton fiber for padding and softness, our eco-friendly laptop sleeves are made to protect your machine from the jostling, dust, and scratches of transport in a backpack or tote.
2. Pela The Curator Blue Light Glasses: Overexposure to blue light waves from our screens can lead to disrupted sleep patterns and long-term health effects. These sustainable blue light glasses reduce your exposure to the harmful blue light spectrum that our screens emit.
3. Under Desk Foot Hammock: Support your lower back muscle, thighs, and calves with this comfortable foot hammock.
4. All-in-One Standing Desk: This sit-stand desk is perfect for multiple uses and height settings. Transition between sitting and standing easily and smoothly with just a single touch of a button.
5. ​​Temperature Control Smart Mug: This smart mug lets any coffee-lover set an exact drinking temperature for their hot beverage, so it’s always just right.
6. Apple AirTag: ​​AirTag is a super easy way to keep track of and find your things. Attach one to your keys, or slip another one into your backpack. And just like that, they’re on your radar in the Find My app.
7. Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones: The perfect headphones with adjustable noise cancellation and situational awareness for when you want to let the world in or keep it out.
8. USB Candle Lighter: This eco-friendly lighter is designed to last forever and is perfectly suited for candles, barbecues, stoves, fireplaces, or any gas ignition appliance. 
9. Pivo Auto Face Tracking Smartphone Mount: Your new producing partner, the Pivo Pod Lite makes it easier than ever to create compelling content — keeping the frame focused on you while you’re capturing videos, presentations, live streams, and more. From Pivo.
10. Reading Light, Sound Machine & Sunrise Alarm Clock: A reading light, sound machine, and time-to-rise indicator all in one, this ingenious device helps you customize your sleep environment.

Gift Guide For the Furry Friend

1. WildOne Mix & Match Collar Set: This kit comes with all the on-the-go essentials; easy-to-clean, waterproof dog collar, dirt-resistant leash, color-matched poop bag carrier, and of course, plant-based, biodegradable poop bags! 30% Off All Products Code: VIPSHOPPER30 (Free Tennis Ball Gift Orders Over $60)
2. WildOne Organic Baked Treat Sampler: This mini variety pack includes a sample-sized bag in each treat flavor — PB&J, Fruit Salad & Veggie Burger – bundled into a convenient kit. Plant-based, Certified USDA Organic, and made with only 9 ingredients each, these snacks contain no artificial colors, flavors, or fillers, and are free of corn, wheat, and soy. 30% Off All Products Code: VIPSHOPPER30 (Free Tennis Ball Gift Orders Over $60)
3. WildOne Toy Kit: Upgrade playtime with a Triangle Tug, Twist Toss, and Bolt Bite. Each toy is made of natural, pet-safe rubber and features a reinforced core for added strength. Thoughtfully designed to heighten engagement and to look good in your home. 30% Off All Products Code: VIPSHOPPER30 (Free Tennis Ball Gift Orders Over $60)
4. SheaBrand Broad Spectrum CBD Pet Tincture: Suspended in an omega-rich hemp seed oil carrier and enhanced with plant terpenes, this broad spectrum sublingual tincture offers an array of therapeutic benefits to your pet and is made with the highest quality hemp extract CBD. While the effects of CBD can kick in quickly, it also has long-term health benefits that can compound over time.
5. Petcube Bites 2 Lite: Smart HD pet camera with treat dispenser, 160° lens, and 2-way audio. Stay connected to your pet, wherever you are. See, talk to, fling treats and reward your pet to enhance training and prevent anxious behavior.
6. Car Seat Covers: great for keeping your pup cozy and safe on car trips while also keeping your car clean from pet hair, dirt, and debris.
7. GPS Tracking Device and Pet Health Monitoring System: Whistle go explore monitors your pet’s location and health for total peace of mind. Just attach it to your pet’s collar, and customize the Whistle app to send alerts and insights to key people in your pack. Pinpoint your pet’s location with live tracking. Monitor behaviors that may point to potential health issues.
8. WildOne Pet Carrier: Airline-compliant, spacious, and comfortable. Complete with breathable mesh walls, a dual-use leash or shoulder strap, and an interior cushion that folds out into a travel mat. 30% Off All Products Code: VIPSHOPPER30 (Free Tennis Ball Gift Orders Over $60)
9. Hunger for Words Talking Pet Starter Set: This talking pet starter set comes with everything you need to start your dog’s communication journey. As you follow along with the step-by-step teaching guide, you’ll learn how to introduce your dog to the set’s 4 recordable buttons.
10. Breed & Health Dog DNA Test: This dog DNA Kit enables a dog owner to learn about their pup’s breed, ancestry, health, relatives, and more with a simple cheek swab. With a research-grade DNA genotyping platform, Embark looks at over 350 breeds and more than 215 genetic health risks and traits. 

Gift Guide For the Simplistic Minimalist

• Give the Gift of a MasterClass: There’s no better gift than the gift of education. MasterClass is an online education platform on which people can access tutorials and lectures pre-recorded by experts in various fields.
• Charitable Donations: Make a charitable donation on behalf of the person you want to give a gift to, to an organization you know they’re passionate about.
• 12-month Audible Gift Membership: To some people, the best gift is one that takes no space at all! Audiobooks is the way to go. In addition, they’re available to access across devices and are usually more affordable.
• Baked Goods: Bake something from scratch and send a homemade edible gift to the person you want to give something to. 
• Wren Carbon Offset Subscription: Wren searches the globe for climate projects with the biggest potential, and Wren members fund them each month to offset their personal carbon footprint.

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Just in time for the holidays and gifting season, here are my 2021 Holiday Gift Guide; for Foodies, Wellness Gurus, Fitness Devotees & More.

Gift Guide For the Foodie

1. The Black & White- Vanilla Bean & Chocolate Tahini Bundle: Use both the Vanilla Bean and Chocolate Tahini as a sweet dip for fruit, pretzels, or fingers. Perfect in baked goods, over pancakes, or as an ice cream topping. The possibilities are endless!
2. Vegan By Food52: Think sweet pea hummus, tempeh kebabs, and roasted cauliflower, and freekeh salad. The recipes are so delicious that we think you might end up getting a set for yourself.
3. Cultures For Health Vegan Yogurt Starter: A vegan yogurt starter kit is the gift that will keep on giving. Use this culture with soy milk, coconut milk or other non-dairy milks to make a smooth, mild yogurt that’s miles better than store-bought. The Vegan Starter Culture contains 4 packets of starters. It is a direct-set culture – meaning each packet will only make one batch.
4. 4-Piece Matcha Starter Set: We all know that vegans are obsessed with matcha, right? If your loved one isn’t equipped with a whisk, spoon, sifter, and everything else they would need for a proper green tea ceremony, their not doing it right. The Art of Tea At Home Matcha Kit is our classic take on making matcha. Their newly designed kit combines everything you need for a contemporary matcha ceremony to help you master your ultimate brewing experience.
5. Virtual vegan cooking class: There are some who muddled through the pandemic by ordering takeout, others embraced their culinary chef within. Either way, we could all benefit from learning one or two things in the kitchen and be challenged by vegan cuisine. From beginner to advanced, there’s a virtual vegan cooking course for everyone out there. Here are some courses you should check out: Essential Vegan Desserts, Wicked Healthy, Forks Over Knives, My Brownble, Food Future Institute, Veecoco, and The Vegan Chef School.
6. Online Plant-Based Meal Planner: The same team who brought us the famous “Forks Over Knives” documentary is now offering meal plans to help you discover a healthier way of living. Whether you’re a brand new vegan or just looking to take your health to the next level, this meal planner offers recipes, meal prep guidance, grocery lists, and meal plans.

Gift Guide For the Wellness Guru

1. Vegan Bath Bombs Gift Set: These bath bombs are made with all plant-based ingredients from coconut oil to baking soda, herbs, sea salt, and different essential oils like lavender, tea tree, lemon, and rosemary; all beautifully decorated with colors, rose petals, and salt rocks. Bonus points for including 3 bubble bars!
2. Organic Yoga Meditation Pillow: We can all need some more zen in our lives! How about a meditation pillow? Because there’s not going to be much relaxation of your mind if your body is not comfortable. This buckwheat-filled pillow made from natural and organic vegan materials can give you just the right support while thinking happy thoughts or trying to clear your mind.
3. Simon & Schuster Gratitude Journal: Emotions, we all feel them. Let this journal know all about them! This 90-day journal gives you a path to creating a habit of daily gratitude that you can carry with you throughout your life. It’s the perfect place to record and celebrate anything that you are grateful for and to preserve important memories.
4. Bodha Aromatherapy Eye Pillow: With so many hours in front of a computer, by the end of the day my eyes are practically begging for some rest. Anthropology’s Lavender Scented Eye Pillow is the perfect complement to your beauty, meditation, or sleep ritual. It helps release facial tension by gently engaging acupressure points to soften the delicate muscles around the eyes while imparting a sense of calm serenity with a relaxing scent of lavender and chamomile flowers.
5. The Mindful Vegan Book: Are you ready to get to the roots of your challenges around food– whether it’s gratuitous snacking, compulsive or emotional eating, indulging cravings, overeating, or other disheartening habits? Be ready to get mindful. Lani Muelrath gives us a new perspective and goes to the root of challenges around food and mindset. From emotional eating to cravings for unhealthy food and overeating, this lovingly written book sets you on a path to cultivating your capacity for genuine happiness and a more peaceful life– in a way that is personally satisfying and aligned with your deepest values
6. Lord Jones High CBD Formula Bath Salts: Get ready to be the MOST relaxed you’ve been in your life. These bath salts offer a detoxifying bath soak infused with 240 mg of CBD, calendula flowers, arnica flowers, eucalyptus, and citrus oils. Perfect for whenever you’re sore from a workout, need to soothe an overworked body, or deserve an indulgent night of self-care. 

Gift Guide For the Fitness Devotee

1. Terra Thread Eco-friendly Gym Bag: This stylish & high-quality bag is made from cotton and vegan leather. Despite its minimalistic design, the bag features a small inside pocket to organize your belongings which makes it a perfect companion for shopping trips, festivals and so much more. Each purchase supports Feeding America‘s campaign to end hunger by helping donate meals to kids and families in need.
2. Girlfriend Collective Sustainable Activewear: Sustainable active apparel that focuses on both quality and community. Get everything from sports bras to bike shorts, pajamas, workout dresses and more, that’s ethically made from recycled materials.
3. Manduka EKO® YOGA MAT 5MM: A yoga mat that provides a naturally grippy surface, while being completely eco-friendly and biodegradable. This non-Amazon harvested tree rubber yoga mat firmly supports both your practice and our planet.
4. COLD.RDY Running Shoes: My personal favorite line of running shoes! COLD.RDY running shoes with responsive Boost cushioning combine with springy Bounce for a smooth ride, and the soft knit upper strikes that perfect balance of flex and support. These shoes are made with Primegreen, a series of high-performance recycled materials; 50% of the upper is recycled content and no virgin polyester. This gets bonus points for being water repellent. 
5. Anti Pollution SPF 45+ Sunscreen: Exercising outdoors is no joke. Between the car fumes, the dirt, the sweat, and the sun, our skin takes a toll. Here’s a broad spectrum SPF 45 with a daily formula that’s hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, and vegan. This works incredibly great under makeup, protects against both UVA and UVB radiation, it’s made with a Zinc Oxide mineral filter that does not bleach corals or harms marine life. As a bonus, it’s also safe for babies. Your skin is going to be the envy of all your sunburnt fitness besties.
6. CBD Muscle, Joint, and Skin Balm: This butter balm combines hemp extract, arnica oil, and essential oils with shea butter to provide relief and nourishment to wounds, skin, joints, and muscles. Just as its name says, apply locally to muscles, joints, and damaged skin on an as-needed basis. 

Gift Guide For the Beauty Expert

1. Ultimate Essentials – 10 Piece Brush Set with Bag: For the vegan in your life who loves to get made up. Here’s a MUA sworn-by set of Ultimate Essentials-10 Piece Brush Set with Bag, that’s good for both face and eyes. that are totally cruelty-free.
2. Colourpop Charged Up Lip Set: Gift 3 incredible shades of Colourpop’s extra matte, creamy, yet comfy Matte X Lippie Stix! These deliver one swipe pigmentation in shades Chakra Wave (warm nude), Best Intentions (bold mauve), and Energy Field (striking merlot).
3. Glossy Glow Full Face Set by Milk: This set from Milk Makeup is for glowing makeup and volumized lashes. It includes a full-size electric glossy lip plumper and mini-hydro grip primer, matte bronzer, and KUSH mascara that will def be a part of their daily makeup rotation, all stashed in a sunny reusable bag.
4. Nuria’s Gentle & Mighty 3-Step Ritual: Here’s a simple 3-step routine to cleanse, moisturize, and refresh even the most sensitive skin. You won’t have to compromise efficacy for comfort with Nuria’s Calm collection, packed with skincare wisdom from North & South America to calm, moisturize, and nourish your skin.  Made without added fragrance, this entire routine is clinically shown to be safe for even the most sensitive skin.
5. Raedia Facial Cleansing Brush: Upgrade your daily facial cleansing routine with Vanity Planet’s new Raedia Facial Cleansing Brush. Their improved features effectively remove dirt and buildup with two adjustable speeds to remove makeup, debris, and dead skin at the pressure you prefer. Invigorating in the morning, and relaxing at night, the three changing heads can be easily customized to suit needs and changes of season.
6. Dear Sundays Vegan Nail Polish Box of 3: This thoughtful and customizable box is the perfect way to give the gift of safe and healthy beauty to those you care about. This Wellness Gift Box includes 3 non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free nail polish colors of your choice.

Gift Guide For the Outdoors Enthusiast

1. Coalatree’s Wanderer Hammock: Relax anywhere with Coalatree’s double hammock, a lightweight backpacking hammock built for two. Perfect for anywhere you may venture, be it backpacking through the deep woods, a lazy afternoon at the local park, or a sunny day at the beach.
2. Coalatree’s Kachula Adventure Blanket: Your next go-to blanket for any camping trip, festival, beach day, picnic, family adventure, international vacation, and more, the Kachula Adventure Blanket is ready for it all. The blanket stuffs into itself for use as a pillow, has a snap-attached hood to convert it to an emergency poncho and is packable, water-resistant, and durable. 
3. Moab 2 Mid GORE-TEX® Vegan-Friendly Hiking Boots: Experience out-of-the-box comfort in a pair of GORE-TEX® waterproof hiking boots that’ll give your feet ample support without feeling heavy or bulky while you hike. With durable synthetic leathers, a supportive footbed, and Vibram® traction, the Moab has been worn on the feet of nearly 20 million people since it first came out.
4. Women’s Benton Springs Full-Zip Fleece Jacket: Another personal favorite! A Columbia zip-up fleece that’s perfect if you need to stay warm. This modern-classic fleece with zip-up hand pockets is perfect to layer on top or underneath other layers.
5. Porter Commuter Bundle: Bring-your-own drinks and meals to your next outdoor venture, and do it sustainably with W&P’s Commuter Bundle. It’s comprised of Porter essentials like an Insulated Bottle (16 oz), a Seal Tight Bowl (24 oz), and a Utensil Set to take your food and drinks on the go.
6. Stojo Collapsible Cup: An unreasonably lovely leak-proof coffee cup that collapses into a disk. It’s the perfect accessory for leaving the house, that’s sure to leave enough extra space in your bag when going out. 
7. BONUS- Nomadik Subscription: An outdoorsy subscription box that’s a perfect fit for people who’re always venturing outdoors and know good gear when they meet it. They deliver monthly themed boxes, packed with the latest gear from best-in-class brands and an outdoor challenge to match.

Gift Guide For the Homebody

1. Otherland Chandelier Candle: Gift the ICONIC Chandelier candle that’s vegan, and paraben- and cruelty-free with a really long burn time. This is perfect for a home that wants to be a toxin-free zone, because it’s free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and is always cruelty-free. A.k.a. the best company for a relaxed night or morning in.
2. Assorted Teabag Sachet 6-Section Gift Box: A beautifully rich, faux-leatherette box with an assortment of 6 delicious teas packaged in eco-friendly tea bag sachets that’ll satisfy any tea-lover’s cravings. The set includes 6 tea bags of each of the following popular teas and tisanes: French Lemon Ginger, Earl Grey Creme, White Coconut Creme, English Breakfast, Green Pomegranate, and Mint Green Tea. 
3. Pottery Barn Faux Shearling Slippers: A pair of very cozy slippers to keep their feet warm. Inspired by the throw so soft you want to stay under it all day, these slippers will make lounging your new winter sport. In your choice of luxe neutrals, they’re crafted for easier spot cleaning with a texture like so-soft shearling.
4. Clean Cult Complete Home Bundle: Everything you need to start your new clean routine, at our best value! Clean Cult’s fullest set is packed with over 30% off in savings, essentials, and more! This bundle includes their entire suite of refillable glass bottles in your choice of color, a complete set of our best-selling CocoClean Technology Formulas for every room in 32 oz & 16oz refill cartons, 4 of our customer favorite bar soaps in bamboo lily, grapefruit basil, sea spray & aloe, and juniper & sandalwood. Disclaimer: This bundle includes wool balls, which are not vegan-friendly.
5. Plum Pretty Sugar Robe: This long robe is beautifully crafted on high-quality and luxurious rayon for getting ready, unwinding, or relaxing. It may also be worn as a bridesmaid robe, bridal robe, or maternity robe and is a unique gift and keepsake for anyone for any occasion. It’s a versatile robe and multi-tasks a cover-up for the beach or pool.
6. Pottery Barn Cozy Pom Pom Sherpa Throws: The super soft feel of this throw gets a hint of playfulness with a pom-pom trim. Whether styled on the sofa or wrapped around your shoulders, it’s a cozy layer your loved one will love year-round. It’s also certified non-toxic and contributes to healthier indoor air at home by choosing products tested for harmful chemicals and VOCs.

Gift Guide For the Style Icon

1. Veja Vegan Condor Sneakers: Sneakers that are totally on-trend, and don’t use animal products? Yes, they’ll love them. While some Veja styles do incorporate leather, they have a large selection of shoes made from non-animal materials. With a throwback-inspired silhouette, this slightly chunky sneaker from Veja features an innovative and comfortable design made of vegan suede, natural and recycled materials.
2. 100% Compostable Phone Case: Designed to fit iPhones and Androids alike, Pela cases are the world’s first truly sustainable phone case. They are durable enough to protect your phone from drops and scratches and are also compostable! As part of their mission to create a waste-free future, Pela is a proud member of 1% for the Planet so they can support organizations that are working hard to better the planet.
3. Matt & Nat Faux Leather Wallet: A wallet that’s made with different recycled materials such as nylons, cardboard, rubber, cork, and windshield resins. All of the interior linings of their bags are made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, and the company is completely vegan and cruelty-free. 
4. Durable Vegan Leather Belt: This super stylish faux leather belt from Corkor is made from 100% cork leather, removing the need for animals to be harmed. Dressed up or dressed down, it’s functional, durable, and will effortlessly pull your look together. 
5. KIMOMT Vegan-friendly Watch: Despite all of the wearable technology available to us, a statement, analog, the watch is a useful accessory that will never go out of style. KIMOMT  makes stunning watches for all made with PU leather. It comes in 19, it’s everyday waterproof and comes in an elegant gift box.
6. Pixie Mood Bag: Who wouldn’t love a new classic black crossbody bag? Or maybe a new fanny pack? Whichever you choose, Pixie Mood bags are made of recycled vegan leather and recycled bottle lining, perfect as everyday essentials that’ll look great worn with your favorite sweatsuit or dressed up.

Gift Guide For the Furry Friend

1. Wild One Care Kit: A sampling of Wild One’s daily care essentials! The Care Kit includes the must-haves for snacking, cleaning, pooping, and staying well. Inside you’ll find a bag of our organic and tasty baked treats, natural ingredient supplements, vegan shampoo, hypoallergenic grooming wipes, and eco-friendly poop bags. Use this code WODOGS15 to get 15% off.
2. Wild One Walk Kit: Set your pups upright with Wild One’s popular on-the-go essentials. The Walk Kit comes with our easy-to-clean, waterproof dog collar, our dirt-resistant leash, and our color-matched poop bag carrier, the perfect home for their plant-based poop bags. Use this code WODOGS15 to get 15% off, on top of the already $20 off when you purchase the Walk Kit. 
3. Wild One Toy Kit: A toy kit for your doggos to tug, toss, and chew their heart out. Bundle Wild One’s triangle tug, twist toss, and bolt bite, all the toys your dog will love. Made with 100% natural rubber, 100% natural cotton, and designed so you don’t have to compromise on aesthetics or functionality. Each toy has a reinforced core for added strength and thoughtful design features to heighten engagement; a perfect toy set for puppies. Use this code WODOGS15 to get 15% off. 
4. Wild One Organic Baked Treat Kit: For the hungry dog, or pup that simply can’t pick a favorite, a three-treat variety pack that takes out the need to choose. A bag of each organic baked treat flavor- PB&J, Fruit Salad & Veggie Burger – bundled into a kit for easy single-click purchasing and built-in discount. Plant-based, Certified USDA Organic, and made with only 9 ingredients each, these snacks contain no artificial colors, flavors or fillers, and are free of corn, wheat, and soy. Simply clean and delicious treats for good dogs! Each 8 oz. bag contains about 60 dog treats. Use this code WODOGS15 to get 15% off. 
5. Dr. Brite Wellness Bundle: Give your furry family member a complete wellness care system, since their comfort is just as important as yours. Grooming wipes naturally clean and hydrate the skin and fur while eliminating pet odors. The anti-plaque pen helps remove plaque buildup & gently soothes gums. The oral spray helps banish bad pet breath. Promote your pet’s wellness and health naturally so that costly vet visits are less frequent.  Use this code BRITE5 to get 5% off. 
6. Not Pot CBD Pet Oil: Your best friend’s new best friend. Not Pot’s vet-approved, pet-approved CBD oil is broad-spectrum, super yummy, and formulated to soothe furbabies of all spots and stripes. Each bottle contains 1000 mg of sustainably sourced, hemp-derived CBD that’s the USA grown, lab-tested, and gently extracted.

Gift Guide For the Minimalist

1. Make A Donation: You can help your loved one give back to charities committed to making life better for people, the planet, and animals. There are several to choose from, from the Humane Society and Animal Legal Defense Fund to localized organizations. Chilis on Wheels, for instance, delivers free plant-based meals to communities in need.

Homemade Gifts

The best category of all: homemade gifts! Let your creativity run wild and make something from the heart for your loved one from scratch. Here are some ideas:

• Baked goods
• A custom-made piece of art (if you’re not an artist, you can have something special made on Etsy or by a local artist)
• A love letter, poem, or song
• A self-made coupon book
• Breakfast in bed
• A homemade candlelit dinner
• An adventure you plan

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Ever since I can remember, I’ve been an active participant in charities and non-profit organizations. I did Relay for Life, Red Cross (not anymore, they’re problematic), MedLife, Toms, Inicitativa Comunitaria (local non-profit), and many many more. My parents did a really good job in involving me in these, and I’m proud to have grown to continue with those practices. 

Growing up I found it odd that some people didn’t participate in any charitable event or were even interested in donating small amounts, and some people just downright don’t want to give anything without receiving something back. Now I understand that participating in charities and non-profits requires a lot; time, money, energy, physical function, and/or emotional availability. Fortunately, times have changed. Long gone are the days where you have to spend 24hrs relaying for a charity. Today donating or being an active participant of a charity can be done by purchasing a product and/or service. Thanks to the internet, there are seemingly endless opportunities to do just this and support charities and non-profits all year long!

I’ve personally become a fan of this method. Many of the companies that I purchase from on the regular offer what I like to call “givebacks”. That’s when the consumer purchases a product they need and the company offers a giveback in the form of a percentage of the sale to a charity/non-profit or in equal amount of product to a person or charity in need. 

VeggieJeva has given me the opportunity to become an affiliate with many brands, some of which offer givebacks in their own way. Bellow, I’ll share my top 10 brands that give back in one way or another. Make your priority today and every day to support charities and non-profits through your regular purchases!

How To Support Charities and Non-profits Through Purchases:

Organi Cup

I purchased my first Organi Cup in January 2019 and have never looked back. Not only is their focus on positive environmental impact, but also on cultural and social scales. Their recent initiatives include a period education program, donation of cups to sex workers, and partnering with projects like WoMena, Freedom 4 Girls, and Freedom Link. So far they’ve donated 15k menstrual cups. If you’ve been wanting to take the leap into using menstrual cups as a sustainable and affordable way to have periods, this is your sign!

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Pura Vida

I learned about Pura Vida back in 2017 through Hailey Miller, and I’ve been a fan ever since! Giving back is the core of Pura Vida, as they’ve been providing sustainable employment to artisan communities in Central America since the very beginning. Today they’ve expanded to so much more. Not only are artisan communities benefiting, but also many charities like Rainforest Trust, WWF, One Tree Planted, Project Cat, National Parks Conservation Association, NAACP Legal Defense Fund,  Mental Health America, and  Anxiety & Depression Association of America. This is the chance to purchase jewelry that you know exactly where it comes from. 

20% off code: KARLAALVERIO20

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Goli Nutrition

I started working with Goli from the very beginning! In fact, they were the first company to make me an affiliate! They’re an affordable way to get your daily dose of B12 while also tasting amazing! This is one of the companies that offer to donate equal to or more than the amount of product you purchase. For every purchase made, Goli provides a child in need with a 6-month supply of vitamins through their partnership with Vitamin Angels.

10% off code: VEGGIEJEVA

Simply Straws

Straws for a Cause is Simply Straw’s way to participate in 1% for the Planet. They contribute by donating a minimum of 1% of their gross income to the benefiting organizations like 5Gyers, BCorp, Keep a Breast, Non-Toxic Revolution, Plastic Pollution Coalition, and Protect Our Winters. Your purchase encourages the work of so many inspiring activists and groups, to continue educating the public on the hazard of plastic in our world.

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Earthlove

Earthlove aims to bring more nature into your life by curating a subscription box filled with botanicals and nature-inspired goods. A portion of each purchase gets donated to a different nature-based cause each season so you can give back to our ecosystem.They’ve partnered with Nature Bridge, One Tree Planted, Boreal Songbird Initiative, The Xerces Society, and the Coral Reef Alliance. Each season you can enjoy up to 10 carefully hand-selected environmentally friendly products to help you live better for less.

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Osea Malibu

Osea Malibu focuses on providing clean beauty by making products 100% free of any animal-derived ingredients, like lanolin, beeswax, carmine, and more. But here not only do animal rights matter, but they also have a commitment towards sustainability, renewable energy, and are climate-neutral certified. Your purchase helps support organizations like Kiss the Ground, A Sense of Home, Surfrider Foundation, Mission Blue, and Cancer Schmancer. 

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Dr. Brite

Dr. Brite is a woman-led health and wellness brand that produces safe and effective solutions for the entire family (yes, pets included!). Their products are free of toxic chemicals, naturally derived, and plant-based, without animal testing or wasteful packaging. Dr. Brite donates 5% of their revenue in the form of product or cash donations to non-profits like Breast Cancer Fund and Jamboree Housing Corporation. This includes large donations of oral care products to people and pets in need, and they also arrange paid volunteer days!

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Coala Tree

Coalatree designs eco-minded outdoor gear and apparel for adventurers. When were founded in 2010, one of their goals was to give back to the environment and community. They’ve been successfully doing so by partnering with organizations like Adopt-a-Native-Elder, Blankets For The Homeless, Caring For Our Canyons, Outsiders Ball, And Supporting At-risk Youth In The Wilderness. 

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Borboleta

Borboleta is a handbag brand started in 2012 that creates cruelty-free, vegan, and ethically-produced bags. For me, this is one of the most affordable vegan bag brands out there because they have a direct-to-consumer strategy, where they remove middleman fees and offer fair pricing, without sacrificing quality. For every bag purchased, Borboleta donates to breakfast and educational programs of The Ocean of Wisdom Foundation. They’ve also donated thousands of books for the library, medical supplies, bicycles, art supplies, science supplies for 2,000 students across 16 rural schools in Thailand.

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Rice Love

Rice Love is a brand that creates products for people who love the planet. They design tote bags and backpacks utilizing eco-friendly, cruelty-free materials. For every item Rice Love sells, they give a kilo of rice to a family in need. And they’re committed to showing you the proof since every item comes with a unique tag number that can be used to find the photo and story of the family that YOU have fed! 

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Please spread the word today about International Day of Charity. You can find more information on all of these brands on each of their website; as for the charities they support, take a look at their website or call them directly for further details. Whether you buy the products or not, remember that this type of initiative should be seen as a bonus, and not a substitute for making a contribution, whether that’s time, money, or online activism.

Let’s make better brand choices every day that give back! Support charities and non-profits through your regular purchases.

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We’ve all heard it before: “Vegans lack vitamin B12”. And while that’s not necessarily 100% true, as a vegan we may lack some vitamins and supplements. That’s why I tried 3 of the best vitamin subscriptions, so you know where to go.

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We’ve all heard it before: “Vegans lack vitamin B12”. And while that’s not necessarily 100% true (anyone can lack B12 regardless of their diet/lifestyle), as a vegan we may lack of B12 and other vitamins and supplements. Through the years, a number of companies have created vegan-friendly vitamins and supplements, but buying different kinds as a monthly supply at the same time can be very expensive and tedious. 

That’s why I deeply appreciate the companies that came up with a vitamins and supplements subscription service made specifically for vegans. Last October, I made it my mission to try some out, so I could give you an input on my favorites. So here we are, almost a year later, and I have my top three subscription services. 

Now, I’m not saying that you absolutely have to take vitamins & supplements while following a vegan lifestyle; it’s completely possible to not need to take anything when eating clean & balanced meals. However, I can recognize that while I eat vegan, I don’t eat completely clean & balanced 100% of the time; not even 80% of the time. And that’s 100% okay! 

To rank these services I used six categories:

• Service
• Quality
• Cost-effectiveness 
• Look & Feel
• Smell & Taste
• Shipping

The services got bonus points for sustainability, diversity, branding, etc. 

Before we get into it, I would like to give out a little disclaimer: This post is not intended to be taken as a medical recommendation or nutritional advice. All content on this website, VeggieJeva, is to be accepted as informational and for educational purposes only. Please consult with a medical practitioner before making any decisions that may impact your health.

Okay, let’s get into it. Let’s start off with my top choice:

Most Bang for Your Buck: Care/of

According to their website, “Care/of provides a monthly subscription of personalized vitamins. Each month, our customers receive some of the best health and wellness products right to their door, including our signature box of 30 daily vitamin packs along with a new line of powders products chosen just for them.”

Why I LOVE them: Care/of is by far the most personalized subscription service for vegan vitamins and supplements out there. Their quiz is very extensive; it inquires about every detail of your lifestyle to determine what you may benefit from. After the quiz, they’ll give you very accurate recommendations, for you to choose and build your subscription package. In addition, they have an app with a rewards system for you to log in and keep track of your daily intake; in exchange, they’ll give you points that you can redeem for discounts or goodies. 

Highlights: Personalized monthly service where you can choose what you get. 

The Price: Packs start at just $5 for a 30 day supply, but the final price highly depends on what you choose. For reference, my monthly supply of 9 daily capsules costs $59. 

The good:

Customer Service:

• My first order arrived in very bad shape; the company offered to send another order for free, no questions asked.

Good Quality:

Cost-effectiveness:

• I truly believe that this is the company that gives you more bang for your buck. My subscription of $59 covers 9 capsules daily (1 Cranberry, 1 Iron, 2 Magnesium, 1 Rhodiola, 1 Vegan D3, 2 Vegan Omega, and 1 B12). Buying all of those vitamins/supplements would cost me way more if I were to buy them individually. 

Look:

• All the packaging looks amazing; from the information pamphlet to the capsules. And I love the fact that every daily packet is personalized with facts, questions, and quotes.

Smell & Taste:

• No smell and taste, all-natural color & flavoring. 

Has room for improvement

Shipping:

• My first order was placed late April and it arrived in July… almost two months later. However, I would like to point out that at this time, the USPS was really behind on deliveries, and most packages that I’ve ordered from other companies have taken a long time to arrive as well, so the shipping issues might not have to do anything with the company. My other orders have taken a month to arrive. 

Bonus Points

• Eco-friendliness: At first, I was concerned about the amount of waste that individual packaging generates. However, I was super relieved to find out that the packs are made of wood pulp, a fermented blend of corn, cassava root, and sugarcane; making them completely compostable. 

Get the Deals

• Get 50% off on your first purchase when using this link and the code VEGGIEJEVA.
• Get a free blender bottle when using this link and the code FREEBLEND. 
• If you’re not interested in purchasing their vitamin packs, but are still interested in purchasing their protein powders and other products, you can use this link and the code 10CAREOF. 

Best Aesthetic: Ritual

According to their website, “Traditional multivitamins weren’t doing us any favors, so we made one that will.” And I couldn’t agree more. 

Why I LOVE them: The quality of their multivitamin is 10/10 across the board! It’s highly noticeable that the creators of Ritual thought about every aspect of the product: look, smell, and taste, while delivering amazing ingredients and quality. 

Highlights: If you don’t need a specific amount of a certain vitamins, or simply don’t care for personalization, this is the best option for getting a complete multivitamin service. 

Price: $33-$39, for a 30 day supply. 

The Good:

Service:

Quality:

• Traceable nutrients, vegan-friendly gluten, allergen-free, non-GMO, no artificial colorants or synthetic fillers.

Look & Feel:

• Their entire branding and color scheme it’s just beautiful! Not to mention, that it seems like diversity and inclusion is a top priority for this brand. 

Smell & Taste:

• Amazing minty fresh smell and taste! They use food-grade insert infused with mint to keep the vitamins smelling fresh.

Shipping:

• Extremely fast shipping! My order arrived within 5 days of placing the order. 

Has Room for Improvement

Cost-effectiveness:

• $30-$35 for a month supply of 9 nutrients (Folate, Omega-3 DHA, Vitamin B13, Vitamin D3, Iron, K2, Boron, Vitamin E, Magnesium). Even though the price is incredible. Your hands are tied if you’re looking to consume a specific amount of a certain nutrient. 

Bonus Points

• Diversity: Even though you can’t choose how many milligrams to consume from specific nutrients, Ritual offers a wide variety of options for Women, Men, Teens, and even guidance of which options may fit transgender/non-binary people. Honestly, that is a big plus; this is the first time that I run into a vitamin service that addresses multivitamins for transgender and/or non-binary teens.
• Sustainability: The bottles and caps are made of 100% recycled plastic, and the product is shipped in a recyclable box or mailers made from 100% recycled content. The paper used is 100% garbage-repurposed newsprint and plant fibers.

Get the Deals:

• Use this link, no promo code needed for purchase!

Straight to the point: Goli Nutrition

According to their website, “When we were initially developing our product, our main goal was to create a gummy that allowed everyone to experience the awesome benefits that Apple Cider Vinegar has to offer, while providing 100% of your daily vitamin needs without that horrible taste.”

Why I LOVE them: This company goes straight to the point, by offering the benefits of apple cider vinegar without the taste, and vitamin B12. The Goli Gummy is 100% organic, vegan-friendly, gluten-free, with no preservatives, chemicals, or artificial ingredients. 

Highlights: This is a great option if you’re just starting out taking vitamins & supplements. 

Price: $19 for a 60 day supply.

The good:

Service:

Quality:

Cost-effectiveness:

Look & Feel:

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Shipping:

I decided to give Goli 4 to 5 stars across all categories, simply because since their service is not personalized, there’s barely any room to run into issues. This is the first company that I tried back in October, and the quality, look & feel, and shipping service remains exactly the same. 

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I hope my input on these services can help you choose which one is best for you. If you have any further questions, feel free to hit me up vía email, contact form, or through my social media. 

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I have some freebies for you Free printable recipe cards that will help you keep all of your favorite recipes organized in one place!

I’m back and with something I know you’ll love. I’ve put together 2 different versions of printable recipe cards for recipe keeping, or to create a homemade gift for someone. The first version is a full page recipe card, that I prepared in English & Spanish, and you can use it to keep an organized recipe binder. However, if you’re not into keeping recipes in binders, I’ve made a second shorter version that you can print out as index cards.

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Hello there! I hope you’re staying safe during these unsettling times and taking care of yourselves and those around you. A lot of things are uncertain and are changing rapidly. I understand that a lot of emotions may be running around like crazy trying to comprehend what’s happening, but I refuse to let any negative feelings get to me. It’s a tough time for everyone and hopefully, we can help each other through this mess together. I’ve been keeping busy with work, which honestly it’s probably the only thing helping me not go insane with this quarantine. However, I understand that that may not be the case for everyone…

Which is why, for however long this quarantine may last, I will be sharing content that will hopefully help keep you busy and distracted while staying inside. Since I’m working from home, and there’s no actual pressure to create content around my work schedule, the next couple of blog posts won’t be published on specific days. Meaning that for the first time ever, I’ll go with the flow (wish me luck).

Today’s topic: TED Talks

Specifically vegan-friendly TED Talks. 

First off, what are TED Talks? Well if you’re not familiar, TED Talks are a set of diverse conferences offered by engaging professionals. I find them to be enlightening, encouraging and inspiring. With over 2,000 conferences, you’ll be sure to find at least one of your interests. 

Which one should you watch regarding veganism? I believe that when it comes to veganism and overall wellness, education is KEY. Here’s a compilation of 20 of the best TED Talks regarding veganism, health, our broken food system, and animal rights. These videos may hopefully impact the way you think and encourage you to try something new. 

1. The Ostrich Effect: The truth we hide from ourselves by Ed Winters
2. The next global agricultural revolution by Bruce Friedrich
3. Why do we eat animals? by Jenna Norwood
4. The power of our food choices by Lauren Ornelas
5. Mythbusting Veganism by Simran Oberoi Multani
6. Every argument against veganism by Ed Winters
7. Animal Rights: A series of realizations by Anne Flaherty
8. Can we eat to starve cancer? by William Li
9. Food as Medicine by Christa Orechio
10. Are you feeding your body or feeding disease? by Matthew Kenney
11. Veganism and my reasons why by Aline Ploeg
12. The power of plant-based eating by Dr. Joanne Kong
13. Animal factories and the abuse of power by Wayne Pacelle
14. Be a Bad Vegan by Andy Shovel and Pete Sharman
15. Toward rational, authentic food choices by Melanie Joy
16. Plant-strong & healthy living by Rip Esselstyn
17. A vegan bodybuilding experiment by Joshua Knox
18. Eat for real change by Dr. Joanna McMillan
19. How to make healthy eating unbelievably easy by Luke Durward
20. What’s wrong with our food system by Birke Baehr

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Almost one year later, Mindful Eating still resonates; and today, more than ever, is pertinent towards developing a healthy relationship with food. If this is something that resonates with you, please join me in my mission to live and eat more mindfully!

Well first we have to define the root of it, mindfulness: being completely aware of your actions, thoughts, and feelings, without judging. There are many definitions, yet this one is the one that has been thought to me, and that I fully agree with. This is a practice with roots in Buddhist meditation techniques, that focus on cultivating mindfulness, a state where you concentrate on being present and experiencing the moment. So how do we apply this to food?

When this is done during meals or snacks, you practice mindful eating. This means eating slowly, carefully looking at it, taking in the smell & texture, and becoming aware of every aspect of the origin of your food: growth, transportation & preparation. Even though there are many ways to practice mindful eating, the overall focus remains the same: to deeply experience food instead of over-analyzing choices, nutritious value.

• You become more in tune with your body as you learn to pay attention to its signals. You’re hungry? You eat. You’re craving pizza? Give it pizza.
• Healthier food choices become more attractive and it becomes easier to make lifestyle changes, like going vegan.
• Mindfulness while eating has shown to improve the function of our immune systems
• You can build a healthy relationship with food, by breaking bad habits and build new, healthy good ones

“Always strive to be mindful while eating. Mindfulness can be difficult to dopt, but there are countless benefits including reductions in emotional and disordered eating, weight loss, improved mood, and greater enjoyment of the foods you eat.” –Summer Tomato

When I googled “mindful eating”, very little entries suggested a vegan diet as the optimal mindful diet. Most of them just talked about being grateful for every bite you eat, chewing your food slowly and being mindful of the process of how the food got to your plate. They did promote eating lots of organic fruits, veggies, and whole foods; but it didn’t seem to cancel out animal products. For me, it seemed to say “just be mindful and chew slowly” in order to… “respect the animals”.

So, how do we transfer this to veganism? Remember the base of veganism: “a philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude (as far as possible) all forms of exploitation and cruelty towards animals, for food, clothing or any other purpose; and by definition, promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of humans, animals, and the environment.” Sounds pretty mindful to me!

As you can tell from that definition, a big chunk of veganism is about compassion towards animals and others. However, don’t forget to be compassionate toward yourself.

“Stop stressing; start living and eating mindfully”

• Eat real food in its most natural form. Avoid overly processed foods that are loaded with chemicals like preservatives, fake fats, added colorings, fake sweeteners, etc. However, don’t limit yourself.
• Remember “Perfection is the enemy of progress”, be compassionate towards yourself.
• Cancel out distractions, sit at a table, not in front of a tv or while using your phone. You don’t have to do this all the time, but make a habit of it a couple of times a week.
• Avoid falling into fad diets: keto, lemon detox, paleo, low-calorie, fat-free, low-carb, juicing, fastings, meal shake substitutes, teatoxes. All of these may sound/look amazing at first, but they have all proven to cause nutrient deficiency and restriction. These not only aid in the development of unhealthy eating habits, in some cases, but they also aid in the development of eating disorders.
• Create a healthy balance between macro (protein, fats, carbs) & micronutrients (vitamins, minerals).
• Devote a good amount of time towards cooking & preparing food.
• Make peace with the fact that you’re not gonna eat the best foods all the time, and that’s 100% OKAY. “Treat yo’ self” -Donna Meagle
• Whatever you do, and I can’t stress this enough, DON’T RESTRICT. Restrictive eating, in any lifestyle, is a one-way ticket to malnutrition; this is serious, and most people don’t realize this until they’re very sick.

• There’s a book that talks about the approach to healthful plant-based living. The Mindful Vegan by Lani Muelrath is for anyone who wants to be free of frustrating and baffling eating behaviors.
• In his latest book, Success Through Stillness: Meditation Made Simple, Russell Simmons talks about “mindful eating,” the relationship between veganism and meditation, and meditation’s power to not only cultivate compassion but also to grow gray matter in the brain.

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Let’s start this month off with a

I know sometimes the process of making food it can be difficult. People often ask me how I meal plan for the entire week? And most importantly, how I’ve been doing this for almost 2 years? If there’s something I’ve learned through grad school, is that meal planning & prepping is a 1. timesaver, and 2. money saver. This helps you stay on track at the grocery store and takes the stress out of cooking during the week. Just pick one day of the week to meal prep, usually Sunday’s, and cook everything for the week breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks & desserts, on that day. I may sound like a lot, but trust me, once you get used to it, it’ll be worth it.

With a little help of this weekly planner, you’ll be able to prepare amazing meals for the whole week. This document is meant to be printed on an 8.5″x11″ standard sheet of paper, and designed simply to make it easy to print without using a lot of ink.

Also, I thought that this was perfect for this month’s theme, Developing Healthy Habits! Stay tuned, for more of this

What’s included? Mini weekly calendar, grocery list, and space for notes.

FREE Download here: Weekly Meal Planner

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Aside from blooming trees and extra hours of sunlight, the season’s arrival also means exciting new fresh fruits and vegetables are almost here.

What is seasonal food?

Seasonal food is produce that is purchased and consumed around the time that it is harvested. While amazing, bright flavors (and colors) are an obvious reason to embrace the spring season, eating fresh spring produce is good for plenty of reasons. According to the USDA, buying seasonal produce may reduce our carbon footprint and help local economies.

Other benefits of eating seasonally:

• Supports farmers who choose to farm sustainably.
• Preserves the environment.
• You have a broader variety of foods in your diet.
• Saves your wallet! Seasonal foods are cheaper to produce and often cheaper to buy when they are in season as well.
• You get the best, healthiest food available!

So, what’s in season? I created this list for you, and hopefully, I’ll create more in the future for the rest of the seasons.

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