Most of us know chia seeds as a component of the novelty item Chia Pets. Cha cha cha chia! Sure, chia seeds make nice decorations, but they’re also nutritional powerhouses that contain omega 3s, calcium, potassium, antioxidants, protein, fiber and manganese.
I kept myself very busy throughout college and didn’t have much time for cooking, so I gravitated toward food that was easy to make or or could travel with me in my backpack. My list of dorm room snacking essentials is perfect for busy college vegans and vegetarians. Parents, try making a care box with these items for your college kid.
Protein powders are wonderful for boosting your protein intake, especially if you eat a plant-based diet. I’ve tried many protein powders and use them every week for smoothies, so I was happy to recently sample the new Sunwarrior Classic Plus Organic, Raw, Plant-Based Protein in both Chocolate and Vanilla flavors.
A couple years ago when I moved to NYC, I was surprised to find many vegan options at Costco in Brooklyn. There are even several organic and/or non-GMO products, as well.
Here are just some of the vegan items I noticed at the Costco location in Brooklyn, NY. I picked up most of these, and the kitchen is now well-stocked for vegan eating!
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