If you joined the revolution to eat a plant-based diet you may have found differing opinions on whether it's OK to eat processed oils. It's pretty obvious that plant-based foods are made of plants that include ...
Food Facts
Which is Healthier, Raw or Cooked Foods?
If you're eating a whole food plant-based diet, you might be wondering whether it's healthier to eat more raw foods or to follow a diet consisting of mostly cooked foods. There are pros and cons to both, and it ...
Plant-Based Guide to Healthy Carbs
There was a time when carbohydrates were vilified... oh wait, it's still happening in 2021. But this is a complex topic and one that's confused dieters for ages. If you don't understand just what carbohydrates are, ...
Is Microwaving Bad?
People are not always happy to see that I suggest microwaving in some recipes. There are other cooking options and, of course, people can choose to cook another way. However, I thought it important to cover this ...
Busting 9 Plant-Based Diet Myths
Yes, Eating Plant-Based is Good For You Maybe you've read that eating a whole-food, plant-based diet is the best thing since sliced bread and are wondering what all the fuss is about because, well, you'd like your ...
How to Press Tofu
Tofu is a staple for plant-based eaters. It's a healthy source of protein and is so versatile! If you've never prepared it before, you may be intimidated - especially when pressing tofu. This helpful guide will ...
Chia: Small Seeds With Big Nutrition
Whether it’s kale, kombucha, or cauliflower, the term “superfood” seems to be just about everywhere you look! But because of their uniquely gelatinous culinary properties and remarkable nutritional profile, I want ...
Four Gluten-Free Alternative Superstars for Your Health
Whole grains are a huge part of a whole food plant-based diet and for good reason. Not only are they delicious and filling but by regularly eating them, they're able to lower "bad" cholesterol, triglycerides, ...
Plant-Based Whole Foods from Trader Joe’s
If you're lucky enough to have a Trader Joe's near you, you know that it offers great savings and delicious options. However, not everything fits into our whole food plant-based lifestyle. I've created a list for ...
The Trusted Plantricious Certified Seal
If you're confused about what to eat on a whole-food plant-based diet because there seem to be so many different takes on it, look for the Plantricious label to help clarify things. Find Recipes on ...
Should You Eat Packaged Foods on a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet?
Let’s face it – even though we know that a completely unprocessed whole food plant-based diet is the healthiest way to eat, for many of us it’s unrealistic to avoid ALL processed and packaged foods. We want ...
Is Red and Processed Meat Really OK? Debunking the Latest Hype
If you follow the news even a bit, you’ve probably caught wind of the latest uproar about the health impacts of eating red and processed meats. One after another news outlet, from the Washington Post, the Wall ...
Recipe Roundup: Jumpstart Your Fall with Healthy Warming Spices
As temperatures drop and the cozy sweaters come out of the closet, many of us begin to crave the warm, comforting flavors that remind us of fall and winter. All the seasons are special, but beautiful fall ...
Oatly Oat Milk: What’s All the Buzz About?
Well, as they say, there are exceptions to every rule! In my March article, “Three Great Reasons to Make Your Own Almond and Other Plant-Based Milk,” I learned that most brands of store-bought plant milk are ...
What I Ate for 7 Days on a Plant-Based Diet
I often just decide what veggies to buy on the spur of the moment and then brainstorm when I get home. However, if you'd like to read some tips on plant-based meal planning, check out my article, "Beginner's Guide ...
