The Blog

Urban Oreganics was born from a deep passion for sustainability, simplicity, and mindful self-care—and our blog is an extension of that vision. Here, we share tips for using our products, guides to embracing minimalism, and inspiration for a more conscious lifestyle. It’s a space for our community to come together and explore the things that matter most to us all—living intentionally, treading lightly, and creating a better world, one small choice at a time.

Our Weekly Meal Plans

Our Weekly Meal Plans

Follow along with our weekly vegan gluten-free meal plans. Explore delicious meals that are as good for the planet as they are for you.

The Power of Tigernuts: 5 Incredible Health Benefits for Women

The Power of Tigernuts: 5 Incredible Health Benefits for Women

Even though they’re growing in popularity, tigernuts are still relatively unknown compared to almonds, peanuts, and the like. What are they? Where do they come from? What are they good for? You’ve come to the right place to get all your questions answered!

Dining In: Week 2 In Our Kitchen

Dining In: Week 2 In Our Kitchen

Another 7-day menu, as part of our DINING IN series.

Why Cooking Tofu is Exciting (And Not Scary!)

Why Cooking Tofu is Exciting (And Not Scary!)

Ah, tofu. The mecca of vegan and vegetarian eating. The holy grail of clean protein. The silken creamy texture that dreams are made of… But how on Earth do you cook it?

Interested in Going Vegan? Here’s How to Start

Interested in Going Vegan? Here’s How to Start

So you’re thinking about going vegan... There are so many benefits to becoming a plant foodie--lower risk of heart disease, potential weight loss, a sustainable living among others--that there’s no wonder why many people are dropping animal products from their diets and turning to the greens. 

Why You Should Try Vegan Eating in Quarantine

Why You Should Try Vegan Eating in Quarantine

Quarantine. Something I never thought I'd experience. And yet, here we are. Needless to say, it’s still a good time to be eating at home. So why not try something vegan?

Our Favorite Vegan Holiday Dishes

Our Favorite Vegan Holiday Dishes

If you are new to this lifestyle, or are just interested in including more plant-based meals, it can be tricky to navigate during the holidays. Chances are, you will be attending a few events where you have the opportunity to introduce your friends and family to some delicious plant-based dishes. Here are some of our favorites for the holiday season.

Ditch the Carton: A Simple Guide to DIY Plant-Based Milk

Ditch the Carton: A Simple Guide to DIY Plant-Based Milk

Did you know you can make your own plant-based milk at home with just a few steps? After many questions on our social media posts, we decided to consolidate all of the information we have on creating your own plant-based milk into one blog post, including the why, the how, and some of our favorite recipes.

Planet-Friendly Lunches: Healthy Meals for Happy Kids

Planet-Friendly Lunches: Healthy Meals for Happy Kids

Lean proteins, healthy fats, leafy greens, various vitamins and fatty acids are all essential to brain development in little ones. Don't feel overwhelmed by this task. We completely understand busy work schedules and being in a food rut. This easy guide will have you planning “mom-of-the-year” lunches in no time.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Meatless Monday

Meatless Mondays

Whatever your dietary preferences may be, basing your meals around plant-based whole foods is totally doable! We went vegan 11 years ago, and while we realize this lifestyle may not be for everyone, even making little changes will do wonders for your health and the environment - and Meatless Monday is a great way to start!

Dining In: Week 1 In Our Kitchen

Dining In: Week 1 In Our Kitchen

Our long-awaited Meal Prepping blog series outlines how we plan, shop, and prep one week’s worth of food in our house. Using this method, we have cut our grocery budget in half, and have zero food waste at the end of each week. Explore our 7-day example menu.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Meal Prepping Pt 3 Healthy Eating

Meal Prepping Pt. 3: Healthy Eating

Welcome back to Part 3 of our Meal Prepping series. We're sharing an example of our 7-day menu, and chatting a little bit about why we chose a vegan lifestyle.