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…

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…

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…

Why It’s Hard to Switch to a Plant-Based Lifestyle

The struggle is real! Deciding to switch from the Standard American Diet (S.A.D.) to a Whole Food Plant-Based (WFPB) diet is often the easy part. The hard part is actually making the switch happen. Here’s why it’s hard to switch to a plant-based lifestyle. The inaugural issue of the True North Newsletter published in 2003…

How to Be a Plant-Based Eater and Travel Like a BOSS!

The most humiliating morning of my life was when I missed seeing the Liberty Bell. All because of the decision I made the night before. I have since learned how to be a plant-based eater and travel like a BOSS! I was the group leader on a study tour. Instead of remaining true to seeking…

5 Surprising Things You Can Do to Save Time in Your Plant-Based Kitchen

Making the Time to Eat Whole Food Plant-Based Food (WFPB) When asked what is or was the biggest challenge when switching to a Whole Food Plant-Based diet many feel that the issue of making time for food prep is a biggie.   Some report it’s having to get use to the amount of prep work…