The Sweet Truth: Why Fair Trade Matters for Cane Sugar and Cocoa  In today's interconnected world, the choices we make as consumers can have far-reaching consequences. One such choice is to support fair trade practices. Fair trade isn't just a buzzword; it's a commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices that benefit producers in developing countries. Here we explore why it is important to buy fair trade products, particularly focusing on cane sugar and cocoa, and the significant advantages it offers to growers.  The Fair Trade Philosophy  Fair trade is more than jus ..read more

Oats are a widely consumed cereal throughout the world and have become an essential part of a healthy and balanced diet. But have you ever thought about where the oats in your morning cereal come from, including our famous Granolove!     For the past few years, PRANA has been working to source local ingredients and collaborate with local farmers. By using Quebec oats for our recent innovations namely Granolove, Granolove cookies and allergen-free bars, we continue to promote our mission of offering healthy and affordable products to North Americans.  Oats in the ..read more

Did you know that PRANA was one of the first Canadian food companies to obtain the Bcorp certification?   This certification is awarded to companies that adopt concrete measures to meet the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility in business.   The founders and today the entire team at PRANA believe that companies not only have the power but also the duty to use entrepreneurship as a driver of social and environmental change.  This is reflected in our daily mission to make healthy and delicious products that contribute to a more sustainable food ec ..read more

For this 50th Earth Day, we wanted to share a more personal message with you. During this crisis period, we are witnessing our resilient planet quickly regaining control - striking images from around the world demonstrate this. Like us, you find it surely extraordinary and revealing hope for the future. Our planet surprises us -  just like the snow that covers the ground this morning, end of April, in Montreal! Today we wanted to tackle a delicate subject: our plastic packaging. But first: Do you know the legend of the hummingbird in the Native American culture? One day, says the le ..read more

Whether you're reducing or cutting out meat entirely, doing Meatless Mondays, celebrating World Meat Free Week... or just love eating plant-based foods, we know a good recipe is all you need to get started. Whether you're working with with tofu, legumes, nuts and seeds or tempeh, here are some of our favorite delicious and nutritious recipes! 1. Summer pizza with grilled vegetables, hemp and Kalamata olives Who doesn't love pizza? This one gets a ton of wholesome nutritional benefits thanks to chickpea flour and hemp seeds! 2. Black bean and sweet potato burger Our best plant-based burger ..read more

The world of whole, plant-food offers plenty of options when it comes to protein sources. Numerous plant foods provide different combinations of essential amino acids, the building blocks of complete protein. The human body cannot produce these 9 essential amino acids, so we must obtain them from a wide variety of whole (unprocessed), plant foods each day. The following four food groups are the most efficient sources of high quality plant-based protein: Legumes, pseudo-grains, whole soy (organic/GMO-free), nuts and seeds. Eating a serving of at least three of these food groups each day, will p ..read more

We often hear about nuts being good for our health without really understanding all the benefits we can get from eating them more often. It’s all true: they’re tasty, eco-friendly and very nutritious. They’re rich in many essential nutrients, from fiber to minerals, plant-based protein and antioxidants. They have a positive impact on heart health, immunity, bone health and so much more. Here is a (long and super complete) guide to their nutritional benefits. Your heart will thank you Good fats This won’t surprise you: nuts are an important source of fat. But don’t panic, because they contain ..read more

Is there a better way to celebrate summer and long days than by having a cookout with your favourite people? If you’re vegan, this doesn’t have to be complicated at all,. There are so many gorgeous in-season veggies just begging to spend some time on your grill. Skewered, made into burger patties, or just brushed with a bit of oil and thrown on as is, they’re simple, wholesome and most importantly, delicious! BBQ portobello burger with kale, basil and hemp pesto Meaty, flavorful Portobello mushrooms are the lazy cook’s favorited burger patties. Just marinate for half an hour, then grill the ..read more

For this 50th Earth Day, we wanted to share a more personal message with you. During this crisis period, we are witnessing our resilient planet quickly regaining control - striking images from around the world demonstrate this. Like us, you find it surely extraordinary and revealing hope for the future. Our planet surprises us -  just like the snow that covers the ground this morning, end of April, in Montreal! Today we wanted to tackle a delicate subject: our plastic packaging. But first: Do you know the legend of the hummingbird in the Native American culture? One day, says the le ..read more

By Jessie & PH from the site Végane mais pas plate! (Vegan but not boring!) Certain lifestyle changes can be exciting, but they can also bring uncertainty and sometimes, even fear. What to start with? Where to go? Here are our tips to make it easier to incorporate veganism in your life, starting with food! “Veganize” Your Favourite Recipes Going for a plant-based diet doesn’t mean that you have to say goodbye to your favorite dishes. In most cases, you can easily adjust the recipe by changing a few ingredients. Eating vegan isn’t a synonym for “Let’s stop,” but rather “I’m replacing with ..read more