Wegmans is expecting a line outside its doors when the Rochester, NY-based grocery emporium opens its first New York City store this weekend. But will New Yorkers used to bodegas and baskets embrace this wide-aisled, family-focused grocery mecca?

With 100 stores across seven states, Wegmans is as well known for its quality products at steep discounts as it is for its "Wegmaniacs," the legion of fans who remain loyal to their hometown store long after they move away.

But at a time when retailers are struggling to lure shoppers into their brick-and-mortar locations, how far can nostalgia carry a grocer into success in New York City when it is formatted for suburban living? It could be quite far.

Wegmans seems to be bucking the general trend -- it is expected to grow at a 4 percent annual rate over the next five years, according to business consulting firm Kantar.

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Wegmans is known to draw people from as much as 45 minutes away -- which, in the New York City area, equates to more than 7 million people, said Doug Steiner, CEO and founder of Steiner NYC, which developed Wegmans and Admirals Row in Brooklyn Navy Yard, where the new store is located. He said 10,000 shoppers a day are expected.

The store will have nearly 700 parking spaces, including a four-deck parking garage. Shoppers get free 90-minute parking if they spend $15. Inside, the store is enormous by Manhattan standards -- 74,000 square feet -- yet it is one of the regional chain's smaller locations.

The wide aisles are filled with a selection of best-sellers, from organic chicken broth at $1.99 to Greek yogurts for 79 cents. Near the entrance of the store is a coffee shop; food counters serving $7 personal pizzas, $12 meatless Impossible burgers, and fresh sushi; and a hot food bar. Up one flight of stairs is a restaurant-style seating area that overlooks the store, and a bar. Its a slice of suburbia in Brooklyn.

It could be [suburban shopping in the city], but it could be whatever you need it to be, Jo Natale, a spokesperson for Wegmans, told NBC News. We know that there will be new ways for us that people will shop here.

Wegmans has partnered with Instacart for its Brooklyn location and, although e-commerce accounts for only 4 percent of grocery sales today, it makes up nearly one-third of total growth, according to a recent Nielsen report. But those online shoppers will make the trek to a brick-and-mortar store for fresh high-quality food at an affordable price. The firm found that online grocery shoppers spend 1.5 percent more in-store on fresh food than the average consumer.

Erin Lux, a resident of the Brooklyn neighborhood Bedford-Stuyvesant, told NBC News that she has fond memories of driving to Wegmans with her college roommate. She plans to shop at the Brooklyn Wegmans once every couple of months as a special occasion shopping trip, because its not super convenient to get to."

While it remains to be seen whether the suburban grocery store experience will take off in the heart of urban living, Kyle Chase, who lives in Manhattan's East Village and is a longtime Wegmans shopper, is optimistic about the store's success.

Anyone I know who lives in Brooklyn loves the popular trendy thing, and Wegmans will turn into that," he said.

Leticia Miranda is a business reporter for NBC News.

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New academic research on a progressive income tax hike in California should be a warning to Illinois voters deciding on Gov. J.B. Pritzkers progressive income tax hike in November 2020.

California now has proof that taxing the rich caused the rich to leave, leaving the rest of the states taxpayers to pick up the tab.

A new paper by Stanford University researchers shows wealthy residents were about 40% more likely to leave after Californians in 2012 passed a progressive income tax hike. Those departures and other responses to higher taxes also eliminated 45.2% of the revenue the state expected to get from high earners.

California voters were persuaded to pass the Temporary Taxes to Fund Education, Proposition 30. It turned out the taxes were neither temporary nor did they fund education in the way voters expected. The rates are still in place and a Stanford University public policy expert determined all the education funding went to pensions rather than classrooms.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker finds himself in the same place as then-California Gov. Jerry Brown was in back in 2012 trying to convince voters that a progressive state income tax hike will fix state finances in crisis. Brown claimed the burden of those tax hikes would only harm those earning $250,000 or more the top 3% of earners. Thats exactly what Pritzker promises with his fair tax proposal.

Brown was wrong. By depressing aggregate economic activity, the California tax hike depressed improvements in living standards for everyone and the state collected less tax revenue than expected.

Here are the main findings of the new study:

The new research validates fears surrounding Pritzkers push for the same in Illinois, which voters will decide in November 2020. Illinois is the only state experiencing five consecutive years of worsening population decline driven by outmigration. And high-income earners are the most likely to leave.

When taxpayers respond to tax hikes by reducing their contribution to the states economy or by leaving the state altogether, they slam the brakes on economic growth. Everyone suffers, not just the rich.

Illinois is headed down a similar path.

In November 2020, Illinoisans will get a rare opportunity to have their voices heard on a statewide policy question. They will face a ballot question about adopting a progressive state income tax, where tax rates rise with income.

Should voters approve the referendum, Pritzker has already signed into law thenew rate structurethat would take effect. It is a $3.4 billion tax hike on individual taxpayers and businesses in Illinois.

Californians faced multi-billion dollar budget deficits when they were convinced to approve Prop. 30 in November 2012 as a way to fix the state and fund education. The new taxes included a 3.45% sales tax increase as well as $42 billion temporary increase in the states progressive income tax rates of:

Despite netting a 42% increase in the state general fund revenues after Prop. 30, California estimated it would face a $4 billion deficit if the temporary tax increase were to expire, prompting politicians to go back to taxpayers for more. Meanwhile, many services are actually receiving a smaller share of the budget than in the past despite record revenues. Even schools, which were supposed to be the main beneficiaries of the tax increase, have little to show for it, as all the money that went to education from Prop. 30 went to cover rising pension costs instead of going to classrooms.

It is a story that Illinoisans should be familiar with.

In 1989, state lawmakers passed a two-year temporary income tax hike, bringing the personal income tax rate up to 3% from 2.5%. Transcripts from the Illinois General Assembly show lawmakers framed the debate around providing school funding and property tax relief. In 1991, they made the education portion of the tax hike permanent, with the rest extended for another two years. In 1993, they made the entire tax permanent.

The same thing happened in 2011 when lawmakers promised that another temporary income tax hike would fix Illinois ailing public finances. By 2017, lawmakers had broken another promise by making the tax hike permanent.

Despite shouldering the largest permanent income tax hike in state history, within a single year Illinoisans saw their states net financial position worsen by a staggering 35%, or $47.4 billion. The hike lowered Illinois jobs growth for the rest of the year.

The similarities between California and Illinois dont end there.

What can Illinoisans expect?

Evidence shows Prop. 30 had serious negative consequences for economic activity and aggregate income. The tax increases also fueled an exodus of those affected by the tax hike.

Prop. 30 exacerbated the outmigration and in the first year alone, the state lost an additional 0.8% of households that would have been directly affected by the passage of this new tax hike.

This finding is consistent with a large body of research that has shown that certain segments of the labor market, especially high-income workers and professions with little location-specific human capital, may be quite responsive to taxes in their location decisions.

Prop. 30 also caused a decrease in non-investment pre-tax income by $1.5 million on average for top earners between 2012 and 2014, indicating either a change in tax filing behavior or a reduction in labor market activity for these workers.

Proposition 30 harmed the middle class

Research suggests that Prop. 30 may have reduced Californias contribution to U.S. personal income. A 1% increase in the top marginal personal income tax rate reduces the state share of U.S. personal income by 0.27% one year immediately afterward. That decline continues by up to 0.6% five years after impact. Prop. 30 may have hindered Californias growth and reduced the states status in the national economy. This decline can be expected to continue, as the tax has been extended, and will have persistent negative implications for the state economy.

Evidence from all 50 states also shows that higher taxes kill innovation. By punishing innovation, tax hikes cause economic activity to decrease, thus reducing the rate of economic growth. When the economy grows more slowly, tax hikes harm everyone, not just the rich. Furthermore, the reward for innovation is higher income, so tax hikes on the rich raise the cost of innovating. By slowing the creation of ideasthat drive economic growth as well as improve standards of living, top income taxation reduces everyones income.

More progressive income tax rates also discourage risk taking. When the marginal tax rate rises with income, then entrepreneurs save little in taxes on losses but can wind up owing substantial taxes on any profits. Entrepreneurs receive more severe punishments for failure, and diminished rewards for success. As such, more progressive tax schedules lower the expected after-tax return from entrepreneurial activity.

Other research also finds that entrepreneurs job creators are very responsive to changes in their tax burden. Entrepreneurial activity in the U.S. is heavily concentrated among the top earners in the population. Wealthy individuals who choose to be entrepreneurs are able to decide the fraction of their wealth that they will invest in risky projects. Entrepreneurs respond to higher taxes by creating fewer jobs and paying workers less.

This happened in Connecticut the last state to adopt a progressive income tax. In the 90s the state scrapped taxpayers flat income tax for a tax on the rich that was sold as magic pill for middle-class tax relief. Instead, job creation fell, the states labor force shrank, and the states poverty rate increased.

Illinois already lags the nation in employment growth and income growth. Another income tax hike in Illinois will translate to more of the same: even fewer opportunities for everyone, as well as a decline in real wages for hard-working Illinoisans.

Learning from others mistakes

Similar to California, an Illinois progressive income tax will fail to fix state finances and likely see most of the money devoted to the states massive unfunded pension obligations. Instead of opting for a progressive income tax hike that is likely to worsen Illinois record exodus and opens the door even farther to income tax hikes on the middle class, lawmakers should realize that Illinois woes stem from the expenditure side of the ledger. And that ledger is becoming increasingly unbalanced as pension costs continue to rise, currently eating up 26% of the state budget and expected to rise dramatically.

Just like in California, further tax hikes on Illinois already overburdened taxpayers are not going to solve the states financial problems. Illinoisans would be wise to learn from Californias and Connecticuts mistakes.

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Julie Greenberg

Julie Greenberg is the cofounder of True Blue Life Insurance. Just six months ago, Julie found a lump in her breast a health risk she was cognizant of after experiencing her own mother and aunts battles with breast cancer. While fear is an overwhelming emotion for many diagnosed with the disease, Julies main fear was being unable to support her husband and five-year-old son if she were to pass away a fear that was mitigated by a strong life insurance policy.

Since then, she has gone through a few rounds of treatment and has been openly talking about her fight against cancer on social media. The goal? To educate and empower others on the importance of being proactive and preventative before unforeseen health conditions become unmanageable.

I had the opportunity to interview Julie recently. Here are the highlights of that interview:

Jill Griffin: Where did you grow up? Describe your early childhood and its significance in your life.

Julie Greenberg: I grew up in a small farming community with a population of 7,000 in Northern Illinois. My parents divorced when I was two and my mom had to start her life all over. We initially lived in low-income housing, but my mom kept pushing to give my two sisters and me more. When I was in kindergarten, we moved to Missouri after my mom accepted a job with a new company that not only paid her more but offered opportunity for future career growth; thats when I really started to see how hard work pays off. Eventually, she was able to buy a house and provide us with a wonderful life. We later moved back to Illinois, and she continued to show me that no matter what setbacks you have in life, nothing should stop you from reaching your goals. I believe that I have such a strong work ethic and desire to succeed because of this journey with my mother.

Griffin: When did you first get the whisper you belonged in business?

Greenberg: I know that when people say youre a born leader, it sounds clich, but honestly, its what I enjoy. I love having a team because I have a natural ability to take initiative with a knack to capitalize on others expertise to help them achieve their own goals. Additionally, Ive always been part of a team, and that competitive drive through sports throughout my youth ultimately led me to want to own my own business and be in control of my future. In corporate America, you can only climb so high and your income can only go so far, but when you own a business, you can do so much more because there are countless opportunities to get your hands on. When its your own, you can take it in any direction.

Griffin: Was there an early teacher that inspired you? Who and how?

Greenberg: Deon Christman was my seventh and eighth-grade physical education teacher in addition to being my volleyball coach. Ive always looked at him as a mentor because he pushed me out of my comfort zone. He inspired and excited me, making me into a better version of myself. He always referred to me as Never Nervous Purvis (Purvis was my maiden name). His encouragement, whether it was in the classroom or on the court, gave me real confidence, ultimately setting me up for success in all future adventures. I can say with absolute certainty that this teacher truly shaped my life in so many ways.

Griffin: Whats a great piece of business or life advice you received, who gave it to you, and how has it enhanced your life?

Greenberg: My husband, Brian, has always been my biggest cheerleader, constantly supporting me in whatever I was working to accomplish. He has taught me to fail forward. What that means is, if youre failing, then youre learning. If you fear failure, you will never take the necessary steps to reach your goals because you will always be worried about letting yourself, or others, down. Its actually quite the opposite; if you're not afraid to fail, then you will achieve far more than you ever set out to do.

Griffin: Please give me the top 3 bullet points in your Personal Leadership Credo.

Greenberg:

Treat each person the way you treat the CEO

Pay it forward

Everything isnt fun, but remember to have fun

Griffin: Describe a painful setback in your life and what it taught you.

Greenberg: This question really hits home because, as I write this, Im a week away from starting 30 rounds of radiation to combat my recent breast cancer diagnosis. At 35 years old, I never thought this would be something that I would have to face, but four months ago, my family's life changed forever. As of today, I have undergone a double mastectomy, one of three planned reconstructive surgeries, and now radiation. I am accustomed to being incredibly physically active, as well as keeping busy with the day-to-day operations of our businesses. This journey has taught me a lot about patience and perseverance. After my first surgery, I was told that I had to take 12 weeks off from exercising and work, which was probably the hardest thing for me to hear besides my doctor telling me, You Have cancer. I had no idea how I was going to sit still for 12 weeks. Well, about six weeks into recovery, I was working from home and walking laps inside my house to close the rings on my Apple Watch. Unfortunately, something like this can happen to anyone. Breast cancer occurs in about one out of every eight women. When I found out that I had it, I wasnt about to throw in the towel and give up.

With the news of my diagnosis, my husband and I are using my journey to talk about the importance of self-exams and emergency preparedness. As owners of a life insurance company we felt there was no better time to start educating and empowering others on the importance of being proactive and preventative before unforeseen health conditions become unmanageable. In an effort to spread awareness, Ive shared my story on Facebook, Instagram, and my blog to let others know that even the most influential people have hard times, but the comeback is always better than the setback.

Griffin: What advice do you have for young, talented, ambitious women who want to rise?

Greenberg: Be a doer and never accept no as the final answer. Also, women need to remember they have a voice. Too many of us fear to speak up or speak out in the workplace and hesitate to seek out new opportunities to showcase their talent and work. Women should lean into power and choose to never deprive themselves of any experience that can help them develop either professionally or personally.

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Irelands recent poor performances may have come about due to a difference in styles between Joe Schmidt and Stuart Lancaster, according to Brian ODriscoll.

ODriscoll was speaking on Off The Ball and pondered whether Lancaster being appointed as Leinsters senior coach may have upset the balance in the Ireland squad.

I wonder with Stuart Lancaster coming in and his focus being very different to Joes, did that upset the apple cart a little bit?

Because he was very much about unstructured play rather than Joes focus around set-piece.

Did that cast a few doubts into players' minds of what way they needed to train and what they needed to focus on? I wonder did that dynamic change things a little bit, ODriscoll commented.

While the IRFU may have intended on the four provinces playing a similar style of rugby so the transition to the national team would be smooth, ODriscoll feels this may not have been the case in Leinster.

You cant stop a coachs personal beliefs on how the game should be played. When you hear the Leinster players talk under Leo Cullen and Stuart Lancaster - everything is about unstructured chaos.

The launch plays are used to get into that unstructured play and thats the vast majority of the game. Whereas Joe has been very much a set-piece orientated guy. Nearly 50% of Irelands scores originate from lineouts.

Whereas conversely you look at the All Blacks and they score almost 40% of their tries from turnover ball. Teams were able to identify that was our source of success, ODriscoll said.

The former Ireland and Leinster centre did also point out how much success Schmidt has brought to these shores, saying the players had little reason to doubt him.

The reality is weve absolutely exceeded all expectations of any previous Irish team. I think its important to state that.

Joe came in at Leinster and he won back to back titles and the league and the Challenge Cup.

Then he came into Ireland and he won back to back Six Nations. We won for the first time in South Africa, beat Australia on a touring series, beat the All Blacks twice and won the Grand Slam.

This was unprecedented success... I guess if I was a player I would have put a huge amount of my trust into him being able to turn that around, ODriscoll said.

Ireland will look to quickly return to that level of success after what has been another massively disappointing World Cup campaign.

That is the first main task for new head coach Andy Farrell and hell be eager to get off on the right foot against Scotland in next years Six Nations.

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The newly elected MP for Bruce Grey Owen Sound has issued a statement thanking those who helped him get elected ~

I am deeply humbled and honoured to have been given the privilege of representing the constituents of Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound in the House of Commons. This is a privilege I will not take lightly. I will do my utmost best to be a voice for our riding that will respect the trust and honour voters have granted me.

I would like to thank a number of groups now that the campaign has concluded.

First, I would like to thank my campaign team, my family and all the volunteers that supported me. Some of you have been with me since early in the nomination race while others continued to come forward to volunteer right up until the day of the election. A sincere heartfelt thanks to each and everyone of you. An election campaign is a team sport and our success wouldn't have been possible without the efforts of everyone whether working in the office, canvassing doors, putting up/taking down signs, driving, making phone calls, fundraising, producing campaign products, scrutineering, or providing advice and counsel. I'll reach out to each and everyone of you separately over the coming days. Your countless hours of volunteering and work did not go unnoticed. Thank you.

Next, a big congratulations to the other candidates. It's not easy putting your name forward into the public limelight. The personal sacrifice to family and friends is tremendous. As was highlighted during the all-candidates meeting in Owen Sound, as a group we set the bar for how an election can be run cleanly, rationally and without negativity. I'm looking forward to a continued dialogue with each of you to make sure I fully understand the issues from the perspective of those that supported each of you. Great job Bill, Chris, Dan, Danielle and Michael to your respective campaign teams.

Finally, a thank you to each and everyone of you who voted. I've been in the countries where the privilege of voting is something still being fought for and where people are still dying to have this right. Participating in our democratic process is essential and something that I will always defend. For those of you that voted for me, thank you for trusting me. I won't let you down. For those that voted for one of the other great candidates in our riding, I am now your representative too. I encourage you to reach out and share your concerns with me. My job is first and foremost to listen to all constituents. I may not always agree with you but I will always listen. We live in the best country in the world and I personally believe we live in the best riding in Canada. Thank you!

Alex Ruff, MP (elect)

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(HOODLINE) In search of a new favorite vegan spot? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable vegan restaurants around Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.Beet Box

Topping the list isBeet Box. Located at 1030 E. 22nd Ave. in Five Points, the bakery and vegan spot, which offers coffee, tea and more, is the highest-rated budget-friendly vegan restaurant in Denver, boasting 4.5 stars out of 474 reviews on Yelp.

We found this about the businesss signature items: Beet Box is a unique bakery in Denver that turns out a wide variety of vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free cakes, pastries and sandwiches, it writes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties.

Next up is the UniversitysMustards Last Stand, situated at 2081 S. University Blvd. With four stars out of 192 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American and vegan spot, offering hot dogs and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.

We looked there for more about Mustards Last Stand.

Come get a taste of Chicago at Mustards Last Stand in Denver or Boulder! it writes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. We serve the best Chicago-style food outside of Chicago.

Lower Downtowns member of the national chainProtein Bar, located at 1755 16th St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable New American, vegan and gluten-free spot four stars out of 171 reviews.

The site has lots more information on Protein Bar.

Matt Matros founded Protein Bar in 2009 with the goal of bringing nutrient-rich, great-tasting food to on-the-go customers, per the history section of the businesss Yelp profile.

In terms of signature items, Protein Bar restaurants are committed to a better way of living and offer flavorful and nutrient-rich food and drink like smoothies, high protein salads, burritos, quinoa bowls, cold-pressed juice, vegan and vegetarian cuisine, it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.

Superfood Bar, a vegan spot that offers juices, smoothies, wraps and more in Highland, is another much-loved, budget-friendly go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 48 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1541 Platte St. to see for yourself.

The site can tell you a thing or two more about Superfood Bar.

Joseph Stone began the first iteration of what would become Superfood Bar, 8 years ago in New Orleans, LA, according to the bio section of the businesss Yelp profile. At first, all the store sold was Josephs homemade kombucha. As awareness increased, other specialty health drinks were added to the menu.

Regarding signature items, Superfood Bar creates the very best, least hybridized, most nutrient-dense, 100% organic and vegan dishes using extensive culinary know-how, it notes on Yelp in the section about specialties.

Over in Civic Center, check out this outpost of the well-known chainPieology Pizzeria, which has earned four stars out of 103 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the vegan and fast food spot, which offers pizza and more, by heading over to 1147 N. Broadway St., Suite 103.

If youre looking for more, we found these details about Pieology Pizzeria.

Founded in 2010 by Carl Chang, Pieology is the true pie-oneer in the fast-casual custom pizza segment; evolving from the simple idea that pizza, or the pursuit of the perfect pizza, has the power to bring friends, family and community together, according to the history section of the businesss Yelp profile.

As to what the business is known for, Pieology provides positive inspiration and connection through the creation of delicious and affordable personally inspired pizzas, it states on Yelp in the section about specialties.

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Katerina Seigel, who's turned blogging about her plant-based lifestyle into a career, shares her favorite spots to grab a bite to eat in Philly.

Philly-based influencer and blogger Katerina Seigel gave us her top local vegan spots to dine out in Philly. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

Ever since I can remember, I have struggled with stomach issues.

From the time I was a young kid up until college, I felt sick all the time. I visited a lot of doctors, and each time they found nothing wrong. I became so frustrated and convinced that I would always feel this way. Once I entered college, however, I had had enough and decided to get down to the root of the problem. I had suffered through years of feeling tired, sluggish, and unhealthy, and I knew I had to make a change.

Thats when I decided to visit an integrated medicine doctor at Jefferson, hoping she could provide me with some sort of solution. Once we met and I told her about the issues I was having, she put me on an elimination diet and told me to implement it ASAP. This meant completelygetting rid of gluten AND dairy for six whole months.

Sounds kind of weird and scary, right? At least thats what I thought. Since I lived on a typical junk food diet of mac n cheese and pizza, I felt at a loss for what I was going to eat. I distinctly remember saying, Im going to starve. When I first changed my diet, I had NO idea what I was doing. When I say I was a novice in terms of food, I mean I could make boxed pancakes, maybe an egg. And this doctor was expecting me to stay away from all of my favorite foods?

Little did I know at the time, this would be a turning point in my life and would change me in so many ways. After the six months were up, I felt great.* I was eating more whole foods than I ever had in my life and loads of fruits and vegetables. I quickly became addicted to cooking and was hitting up all of the healthy restaurants here in the city. It had become my new passion.

Thats when I discovered plant-based and vegan eating. Through all of the healthy cookbooks I was buying and recipe blogs I was following, I saw people eating tons of fruits, vegetables, and crazy delicious meals. I was so intrigued and jumped in to try it myself. I became obsessed with local favorites like Blackbird Pizzeria, HipCityVeg, and Sweetgreen. My eyes were truly opened to the fact that I could have my cake and eat it, too. I felt amazing and was enjoying my childhood faves like pizza, chicken sandwiches, and milkshakes just vegan.

Now almost six years later, I am so happy I took that leap. I feel blessed to live in a city that makes it easy to follow a plant-based diet and has such a huge array of vegan restaurants. So many of these restaurants really inspired me to make the change and make such delicious food vegan or not. Over the past few years,Ive made it my goal to search out the places you just cant miss in Phillys vegan eating space.In honor of World Vegan Day this Friday, I give you my favorites.

*As always, you should consult a dietitian and/or physician before making any serious dietary changes.

For a fancy date night out:

The ricotta dip at Vedge is one of Seigels go-tos. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

Comfort food:

Tattooed Moms Meatless Mondays are a draw for the vegan crowd. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

When youre craving something sweet:

The Franklin Fountain usually has several vegan ice cream flavors available. / Photograph courtesy of Katerina Seigel

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United Airlines is launching a vegan in-flight menu.

The major American airline which distributes around 55 million meals a year announced the new plant-based additions at its Flight Plan 2020 event in Chicago.

According to CNBC, the airline has overhauled its menu in a bid to prove its new image as a carrier committed to its customers. It is also trying to keep up with evolving food trends.

This year, the airline began offering new gluten-free meal options. Next year, one of its primary focuses will be adding vegan food options. Red beet hummus with roasted veg, roasted curry cauliflower, and a vegan stuffed grape leaf with dolma infused yogurt will feature on the new menu.

Gulli McLoughlin United Airlines executive chef since 1985 maintains that the airline is always trying to improve its in-flight meal options. He told CNBC,Back [in 1985] I didnt think the meal service would ever be where it is now. Travelers wanted to get from point A to point B.

He explained that now, people care more about airplane food. Cable TV and the Food Network have put excitement into food and made it fun. A lot of our customers are very food-savvy, he continued.

He added that United Airlines often listens to feedback from flight attendants regarding what customers want. Oscar Munoz chief executive officer of the airline added, we have 160 million opinions on [stuff], so were listening and listening and listening.

Earlier this year, it listened to views on SeaWorld, removing all traces of the marine park from its website following animal cruelty concerns. In 2013, after listening to concerns from animal rights groups, it stopped transporting animals for lab research.

It isnt the only airline making compassionate changes. British Airways, WestJet, and Air Canada have all cut ties with SeaWorld.

Many airlines have introduced more vegan options on board. UK airline Jet2 added vegan meals to all EU flights at the beginning of this year. In 2018, Hawaiian Airlines added vegan meals to its international flights. Jetstar, Cathay Pacific, and Ryanair also offer vegan meals onboard.

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Actress Alicia Silverstonehas said she credits her sons vegan dietfor his good behavior. Ive never had to raise my voice to Bear. I can just say no, thank you and we respect each other and listen to each other When your kid feels good, they act well, she told US Weekly. Sound too good to be true? Possibly, but were certainly hearing more and more about vegan diets in the news these days, so maybe the Clueless star is on to something. We did some research of our own, and talked to a few experts along the way.

Here, well share all the pros and cons of a vegan diet for kids, and include some tips for how to get your family started on the path to a plant-based lifestyle if you choose to do so. When feeding kids a vegan diet, its extremely important to ensure theyre getting all the nutrients they need, since vegan diets are notoriously low in protein and vitamins like B12. But if youve got the time and motivation to do careful weekly meal planning, there are tons of benefits of a vegan diet, too.

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There are many variations, but a true vegan diet consists of zero animal products or by-products. So not only does someone adhering to a vegan diet swear off meat and fish, but also dairy, eggs and even honey and gelatin. We knowsounds impossible, right? Eating a vegan diet definitely takes a ton of planning and forethought, and thats especially the case if youll be including your kids in the lifestyle.

The point to stress the most to parents considering a vegan diet for their children is to educate themselves on the nutrient needs and how to provide a balanced diet for their children. Find a pediatrician or nutritionist who understands the needs of growing children who will provide you with guidance and close care as you and your family adjusts to this lifestyle, says Lisa Richards, author ofThe Candida Diet.

Silverstone is hardly the first parent to notice an uptick in good behavior when their kids diet was improved. Countless studies have shown that there are links between what a child (or anyone, for that matter) eats and how he behaves. And thats just one of the many benefits of a vegan diet for kids. Kids who follow a vegan diet arent introduced to fast foods and convenience foods, which are high in refined carbohydrates and saturated fat, says Richards, adding, These foods, which are commonly consumed by children as part of the standard American diet, lead to increased weight gain and a host of health concerns.

Banish hanger. When you havent eaten for a while, your blood sugar lowers, triggering a cascade of hormones, including cortisol (a stress hormone), which can cause aggression in some people. If you are prone to getting hangry, try eating several small meals throughout the day or carrying an emergency stash of almonds.

As another benefit, consider the fact that vegan children tend to be raised with a greater understanding of and appreciation for the food theyre eating, as well as the food theyre not eating. A vegan diet tends to expose the child somewhat to philosophical considerations when making food choices, says Paul Chek with the C.H.E.K Institute, a holistic fitness program designed for fitness professionals.

And finally, and most compelling, vegan kids are exposed to a much wider variety of foods right from the start. Vegan diets typically include a broader array of plants, textures and raw food (and therefore enzymes) than a standard diet. This exposes the child to nutritional variety (and therefore nutritional density) and encourages their palate to expand so that they eat more broadly as an adult, Chek says.

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But of course, theres plenty of criticism surrounding the decision to raise children as vegans, and most of that is centered around whether kids can get the nutrients they need from a vegan diet. Vegan diets need to be very balanced to ensure adequate nutrition and protein they shouldnt just be pasta or rice, says Dr. Amy Shapiro, MS, RD, CDN and founder of Real Nutrition. Chek agrees, recounting a cautionary tale of a client whose vegan child ate nothing but cereal with oatmilk for every meal. This lack of dietary balance can lead to the following nutritional deficiencies:

If planning and effort is not put into providing a balanced vegan diet for kids, consequences can be drastic, and even deadly. Several recent news stories have highlighted cases where young children suffered severe malnutrition and even death as a result of a misguided attempt at veganism.

Does all this mean you cant start babies on a vegan diet? Despite these scary stories, its totally possible to raise kids on a vegan diet from birth. As Shapiro points out, Most babies start solids with pureed fruits and veggies anyway, and they continue to get nutrition from breastmilk or formula for their first year of life. So most, if not all, of their nutrition is supported. Just like for non-vegan babies, breastmilk is preferable, but a soy-based formula is a great secondary option if youre hoping to have your child adhere to a vegan diet. Note, however, this strong warning from the Vegetarian Resource Group about the use of homemade or other plant-based milks for babies:

Soy milk, rice milk, other plant milks, and homemade formulas should not be used to replace breast milk or commercial infant formula during the first year. These foods do not contain the proper ratio of protein, fat and carbohydrates, nor do they have enough of many vitamins and minerals to be used as a significant part of the diet in the first year.

By now, you know that youll have your work cut out for you if youre planning on moving your child to a completely plant-based diet. But as long as youre willing and able to do the work, youll be giving your child a lifelong advantage when it comes to his or her health. Below, weve included some helpful tips to remember when it comes to a vegan diet for kids.

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Its easy to get worn out when youre constantly on-the-go. This is why weve come up with a list of easy vegan cooking tips from the Food Monster App on how to add extra protein to your snack bites and bars!

Making your own high-protein vegan snack is simple. Just grab whatever oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or granola you have left over in your pantry, mix it up with a binder and a sweetener and you have the base of a delicious, healthy snack. All you have to do is roll your mixture into bars or bites and stick them in the refrigerator to take with you on the go. Choose one or all of these tips for making a high-protein vegan snack to stay full and energized throughout your day!

Peanut Butter Snack Balls

Nut butter is rich in protein, healthy fats, and most importantly delicious flavor! Check outWhich Nut Butter is the Perfect Fit for You?by Lauren Mauldwin for a breakdownof different kinds of nut butter, you can find on Amazon!

Clmence Moulaert showed us how to make a simple, nutty snack ball with herPeanut Butter Snack Balls recipe- she just combines peanut butter, coconut, dates, and walnuts for a high-protein, super delicious bite!

If you arent the biggest fan of nut butter, you can tryKarielyn Tillmans method of masking the nut butter flavor with bolder plant-based ingredients like sesame and pistachio! You will add protein to your snack without overwhelming it with peanut butter! Check out herPistachio Sesame Seed Balls for more information!

Superpower Protein Balls

Protein powder is great because it adds up to 20+ grams of protein per serving for a low amount of calories! To explore some vegan options and flavors, check out15 Vegan Soy-free, Grain-Free Protein Powders byCortne Bonilla!

Judy Moosmueller added vanilla protein to herSuperpower Protein Ballsfor a sweet, vanilla-y bite! She offsets the bright, vanilla flavor with savory tahini to create a rich and delicious energy bite!

Jen Elliot showed us how to make a low-calorie bite with a ton of protein and flavor in herVanilla Orange Protein Balls recipe! She uses vanilla protein powder and orange flavor to create a sweet little bite of protein!

If you need extra energy, make these into bars for a bigger snack on-the-go!

Clean and Colorful Cacao and Walnut Truffles

Nuts and seeds are loaded with healthy fats, protein, and flavor! Theyre already in bite-sized chunks so theyre perfect to add to your snack bites and bars!

Julie Van den Kerchove combined oats and cashews in herHigh-Protein Cacao Nib Cookie Dough Bites for a super delicious and protein-rich snack! Plus, the richness of the cashews create a cookie dough texture and flavor. Perfection!

We think that theseClean and Colorful Cacao and Walnut TrufflesbyKarielyn Tillman is the ideal, high-protein treat! The walnuts add in healthy fats and protein for a super rich snack!

Kelly Fielding showed us how to combine cashews and pistachios for a delicious, satisfying snack on-the-go with herHigh-Protein Green Buzz Balls! The best part about pistachios is that they add flavor, color, and loads of protein!

Need more high-protein vegan snack bite inspiration? Check out by 25 Energy-Packed Snack Balls That Will Jump-Start Your Day or10 Granola Bars That are Healthy and Delicious. We also highly recommend downloading our Food Monster App, which is available for iPhone, and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 15,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out!

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