Three Things We’re Not Eating That’s Killing Us-Good News for Plant-Based Eaters

Did you know there’s three things that we’re not eating that’s killing us? A recent study found in the medical journal the Lancet was eye opening. It’s also the reason it’s the first tip in this week’s Top Three Tips. Despite the three things that lead to a suboptimal diet resulting in 11 million deaths…

3 Things to Help Your Plant-Based Journey

Like you I get frustrated when I don’t know what something is all about or how I can take what I know and move forward. That’s why I’m sharing some basic information about plant-based eating and healthy habits in this week’s top three tips. Here’s 3 things to help your plant-based journey. There’s a quick…

Here’s the Answer to the Number One Challenge Plant-Based Eaters Face and Some Other Gems

Nobody likes it when they don’t know what an acronym stands for. Or feels like they’re the only one who doesn’t get an “insider’s term. That’s why in this week’s Top Three Tips I demystify the “plant-based lingo”. There’s lots of jargon that goes along with this WOE. Everything from ditching the SAD and adopting…

Can a “Wake Up Call” About High Cholesterol Make a Difference Before it’s too Late?

Ann’s been pretty good at taking care of herself. She was afterall a 2 sport collegiate athlete and recently retired from years as a physical education and health teacher. Ann remains very active playing golf and volleyball on a recreational league.  She also makes her annual well visit with her general practitioner a priority. At…

Top Three Tips for the Week: Plant-Based Lifestyle, Habits and Book Suggestions

It’s not uncommon for people to ask me if I’m on “the plant-based diet” and when I tell them that I live the plant-based lifestyle I can see their eyes grow a bit wider as if to ask what I’m talking about. Sorta like the character Violet Beauregarde from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.…

This Weeks Top Three- November 8, 2018

Sometimes being a plant-based eater during the holiday season can be a challenge. I remember the first Thanksgiving after I switched to the WFPB way of eating. Let’s just say it didn’t go down as the most favorite of holiday meals. The good news is that I didn’t throw in the towel, rather I made…

How to Deal with Loved Ones Who Aren’t Interested in Switching to the Plant-Based Lifestyle

When I discover something that’s fun like a hot sale or a life changing way of eating, I love to share it with others. Most of us are wired to want to help others. Especially to help those that we are closest to. Do you have loved ones who aren’t interested in ditching their standard…

The World’s Best Crispy, Coconut Lime, Oil-Free, Baked Caulilower Tacos

Has anyone in your life ever let out a yelp? You know the kind that caused you to run like a rabbit to check out the reason for the noise? You know the kind that makes your heart sink because it’s filled with emotion and you’re certain there’s an emergency unfolding? This happened recently and…

7 Secrets to Travel as a Plant-Based|Vegan

Planning an upcoming trip but wondering how to do so as a plant-based|vegan eater?  You  don’t have to compromise your eating lifestyle. Here’s 7 secrets on to travel as a plant-based|vegan eater. 7 Secrets on to travel as a plant-based|vegan eater: 1. Plan Ahead Among the best things that you can do is plan ahead.…

Declare Your Independence from the Standard American Diet

If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to Declare Your Independence from the Standard American Diet. Every year Americans celebrate the fourth of July which marks the date that the Declaration of Independence was signed.  This also marks the celebration of the birth of the nation. In some ways, switching to a plant-based lifestyle…