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Fashion, Vegan Elizabeth Turnbull Fashion, Vegan Elizabeth Turnbull

Should Vegans Wear Faux Fur?

Most vegans feel certain that they don't want to wear real fur.  Even if they love the look, over time it becomes apparent that skin is not fabric.  With fur, this feeling of repulsion happens much more easily than with leather, even though there's not really much difference between the two.  Even non-vegans may be uncomfortable with the idea of wearing a real fur coat.

But what about faux fur?  

Is it ok for vegans to wear it?  What kind of message does it send?  Let's take a look.

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News Elizabeth Turnbull News Elizabeth Turnbull

#LastWeekInVegan Tilikum Dies & SeaWorld Ends Orca Shows

I'm back this week with another episode of #LastWeekInVegan, the first of 2017!  This time we talk about SeaWorld, angry congressmen, a century-old definition, veganism on the racetrack, and antibiotic use in the animal agriculture industry.  

Buckle up and let's start off 2017 with a bang!

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Health, Nutrition Elizabeth Turnbull Health, Nutrition Elizabeth Turnbull

#SelfCareSaturday Episode 4: Nutrition

Nutrition is so important.  Not only for your physical health but for your mental health, too.  Studies have shown that increased intake of certain nutrients can help reduce the severity of negative symptoms associated with depression and anxiety.

Let's look at those nutrients and how to incorporate them into our diet!

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