Chard was an important part of the diet until the end of the 18th century, when other greens like spinach largely replaced the vegetable. Fortunately for our palates and health, chard is slowly but surely on the rise again.

This classic Swiss cheese's mild yet rich taste has been a European favorite since the 1300's.

The number of people identifying themselves as following a vegan diet in the US more than doubled between 2009 and 2013, going from 1% of the population to over 2%.1 Just like vegetarians, people who follow a vegan diet do not consume meat. Along with not eating meat, vegans also stay away from any item that is an animal product such as leather, honey, eggs, dairy, non-cruelty free cosmetics, and fur. There are a variety of reasons people chose to follow a vegan diet, including ethical, health and environmental impacts. With so many grocery stores and restaurants offering vegan options, eating vegan is easier than ever.