Reader Questions

Reader Question: Do you know of condiments or sauces without oil?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: I've boarded the plant-based struggle bus, and I'd really like to get off at the next stop. I'm hoping you can help! I started to slowly ...

Reader Question: Will All These Carbs Make Me Gain Weight?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. Reader Question: I just found you on Pinterest and love the recipes. My husband and I are interested in transitioning to a plant-based diet but my main ...

Reader Question: Always Hungry on a Plant-Based Diet?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. Reader Question: I’m having trouble staying full on a plant-based diet. Can you help me? Plant-Based Cooking Answers: It's not always the case but I’ve ...

Reader Question: Help, How Do I Stop Gaining Weight on a Plant-Based Diet

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. Reader Question: Have been doing plant-based for more than two years and have never looked back. Initially lost 24 pounds. Went from 138 to 114 and have ...

Reader Question: Not Everyone’s Health Recovers on a Plant-Based Diet

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series, however, it's more of a comment than a question. See what you think. READER COMMENT: It's great to hear about your health journey and success; ...

Reader Question: Help! We Just Don’t Like Plant-Based Food

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: Hi Diane, At age 56, and struggling with menopausal weight gain, I watched The Game Changers and read Dr. Greger's book, "How Not to Diet." ...

Reader Question: Why Are We So Bloated on Our Plant-Based Diet?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: Hello! I just found your site as my husband and I are transitioning to a plant-based diet after watching a few documentaries and having ...

Reader Question: How Do I Stop Wasting Food and Start Saving Money?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: One challenge I've encountered on a plant-based diet is how much money to spend on what? I went crazy and bought so many fruits and ...

Reader Question: How Do I Stop Craving Meat and Being Hungry All the Time?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: "I've been plant-based since Feb 2017. Thankfully, it solved just about every issue I dealt with, from sugar, blood pressure, and ...

Reader Question: Concerned About Getting Enough Protein and is Soy Safe?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: You are such an inspiration to me, and your recipes never fail to satisfy! It is evident that you are passionate about plant-based eating ...

Reader Question: How Do I Minimize Cravings for Sweet and Salty Snacks?

This post is part of my ongoing Reader Questions Series. READER QUESTION: I seem to manage my plant-based lifestyle, but I'm craving sweets and salty snacks. I eat fruit daily. Plus, I cook with very little to no ...

Reader Plant-Based Questions Answered

I often receive questions from readers here at Plant-based Cooking and on my Facebook page, as well. So I've put together this post, "Reader's Plant-Based Questions Answered," because I know if one person asks it, ...