![]() ![]() For me, eating mostly plant based wasn’t difficult, especially when I started learning that there are plenty of ways to enjoy your favorite foods without eating meat or dairy. Not long after, I started this blog, and I began experimenting with different recipes using vegetarian and vegan ingredients. I was introduced to a “plant-based” diet in college when I watched Forks Over Knives with my friend and her family, and we were all inspired to start eating more plant-based foods after following the film. In addition to trying to boost my health by eating lots of plant-foods, it’s also important to me to pay attention to how animals are treated and the way the environment is impacted by meat production as well. Weight management: Eat in abundance, eat to feel satiated, nourish your body and enjoy a diet rich in whole foods- this is the way of being plant-based! PS: a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics evaluated 15 different plant-based diets and found that, on average, participants dropped about 7.48 pounds (and this includes those who didn’t stick to the diets).People often ask me what my diet is, and although I don’t really have a specific label for it, I like to say “mostly plant-based.” I try to make my meals as plant-filled as possible, and I eat a predominantly-vegetarian diet at home. Longevity and increased energy: There have been numerous studies that show those who follow a plant-based diet may indeed live longer lives! Many people (myself included) report feeling so much more energized on a diet rich in plants and that’s because you are nourishing your body with whole plant-based foods. There have been some studies that have shown that even if you have type 2 diabetes, adhering to a plant-based diet can help to reverse the disease and improve blood sugar levels. Numerous studies have linked plant-based diets to protection from type 2 diabetes and some cancers. Prevent other chronic diseases: In addition to heart disease, a diet high in fruits and veggies can help to prevent other chronic diseases. Protect your heart: Eating a plant-based diet can help lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease! In fact, a diet full of greens can actually “turn off” certain genes that make you more susceptible to heart disease. There have been many studies on plant-based diets and it’s direct and positive effects on our health, so I thought I would share some of the benefits I love most! Ultimately food is what sets us on a path toward good health or disease! LET FOOD BE THY MEDICINE BB! As the saying goes, we are what we eat and studies show that what we eat, in particular, leafy greens and antioxidant-rich produce, can help to prevent disease, increase energy levels, and even boost our mood. What we put into our mouths each day not only feeds our bodies but also nourishes every fiber of our being, down to our cells on a singular level. ![]() It is centered on whole, unrefined or minimally refined plant foods and excludes or minimizes meat, dairy products, eggs, and highly refined foods such as bleached flour, refined sugar, and oil. The Forks Over Knives Diet was born out of the transformative power that whole-food, plant-based eating can have on health and well-being. They have an amazing meal planner (which is my go-to!), an online cooking course, a recipe app, and a magazine (which is legit my favorite magazine ever!!!!) No matter where you are in your plant-based journey, Forks Over Knives has something for you! They have worked with leading chefs, nutritionists, and other experts to create a variety of tools to help you adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I shared a lot about my journey to becoming plant-based in my post, PLANT-BASED MADE EASY, so if you are curious to know what sparked my journey check out that post! I am going on 4 years of being completely plant-based and I have never been healthier or felt better! Before going full vegan I remember thinking “I could never do that! There’s no way!” But now that I am going into my 4th year I can confidently tell you it’s not only doable, it’s EASY + FUN! Eating a plant-based diet is NOT boring, I don’t feel restricted and I feel like now is easier than ever to come up with amazing delicious healthy meals, especially with resources like Forks Over Knives! Going plant-based has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. ![]()
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