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Which is Healthier, Raw or Cooked Foods?

January 5, 2022 By Diane Smith 2 Comments

Broccoli Waldorf Salad

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 depends on the type of…

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Plant-Based Christmas Recipe Roundup

December 8, 2021 By Diane Smith 2 Comments

Plant-Based Christmas Recipe Roundup

It’s that time of year when the days are shorter, at least in the Western hemisphere, and the holidays are upon us. If you’re celebrating with family and friends, this plant-based Christmas recipe roundup will help you decide.  We’re spending a quiet holiday this…

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Plant-Based Guide to Healthy Carbs

November 5, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Whole Grains

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, you could get bamboozled into believing that all…

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

October 29, 2021 By Diane Smith 2 Comments

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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 heard this before. I have a couple of suggestions…

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Is Microwaving Bad?

October 28, 2021 By Diane Smith 1 Comment

Vegetables in a bowl being put into a microwave oven

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 topic and clear the air so you…

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COFFEE KLATCH October 2021: Sharing My Personal Side

October 22, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Yellow Fall Sunflowers

I’m so happy to share this personal journey with you of eating a plant-based diet that’s good for our health, the planet, and animals! Because I feel we’re kindred spirits, I decided to chat with you a bit about what’s going on inside my…

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30 Plant-Based Lunch Ideas for School or Work

October 5, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

30 Plant-Based Lunch Recipes

Quick and Easy Plant-Based, Vegan Lunch Ideas Coming up with ideas for easy school or work lunches can be daunting with a busy household so why not try some of these plant-based recipes. Each recipe is vegan and full of plant-based goodness.  If you’re…

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COFFEE KLATCH September: Sharing My Personal Side

September 23, 2021 By Diane Smith 2 Comments

Diane and Abby in front of yellow Aspen trees.

I’m so happy to share this personal journey with you of eating a plant-based diet that’s good for our health, the planet, and animals! Because I feel we’re kindred spirits, I decided to chat with you a bit about what’s going on inside my…

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Worried About Vitamin B12? Why You May Want to Supplement

August 6, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Vitamin B12

Are you on a new path of eating a whole food plant-based (WFPB) diet and concerned about whether or not the foods you’re eating will provide enough Vitamin B12 for your health? Maybe you’ve been eating this way for awhile now and still feel…

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Survey: Plant-Based Meal Planning & Prep Course

May 28, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Your Feedback Matters words on white paper

I’m happy to share with you the results of my plant-based course survey because we’re on this journey together. I feel blessed to have discovered that eating a whole-food, plant-based diet can create optimal health and long-term happiness. After all, health is our greatest…

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What I Ate For One Day on a Plant-Based Diet

April 21, 2021 By Diane Smith 2 Comments

Mushroom Tacos

What I Ate in one Day My “What I Ate for Seven Days” post was so popular that I decided to share just another one day of what I ate and boy, was it a winner! Don’t let the myth that vegetables, fruit, and…

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How to Deal with a Health Scare: 11 Tips to Help You Cope

April 7, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Worried woman

If we’re paying attention, we do the best we can for our health. Especially by paying attention to things like eating a whole-food, plant-based diet, exercising, and being mindful of stress. Having the support of loved ones is essential, as well. Unfortunately, that hasn’t…

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Busting 9 Plant-Based Diet Myths

March 13, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Plant-Based Diet Myths word on top of a bowl of veggies

FREEBIE: Don’t let these myths keep you from easily planning your meals. Then sign-up to download “8 Rookie Plant-Based Meal Planning Mistakes and How to Fix them.”

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How to Buy Fresh Organic Produce During COVID 19

March 12, 2021 By Diane Smith Leave a Comment

Organic Produce Being Delivers at the Door

Although the Covid vaccine is helping, social distancing may be with us for an indefinite period. For some of us, grocery shopping has become a nerve-wracking ordeal. Yet, eating fresh organic produce remains essential to your family’s well-being, especially during the pandemic. Amazon Fresh…

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How to Press Tofu

March 5, 2021 By Diane Smith 1 Comment

tofu bud

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 teach you how to press tofu at home….

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