School Nutrition Programs: Who Do They Serve?
In a study published in 2020, researchers scored the diets of more than thirty thousand US children in the two- to nineteen-year-old range.[1] The nationally representative data, which came from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 1999 to 2016, were scored using the goals of the American Heart Association (AHA), which include … Continued
Is Your Child a Picky Eater? Avoid This Common Misstep
It’s a common refrain: My kids won’t eat anything! Many parents report feeling concerned, stressed, or guilty because of the struggle to feed their kids healthy foods, especially vegetables.[1] These are unsurprising, innate responses. The drive to ensure our children get enough to eat and eat a wide enough variety to meet their nutritional needs … Continued
Plant-Based Breakfast and Brunch Ideas
Are you looking for tasty and healthy recipes to start your day? These plant-based breakfast and brunch ideas, made with minimally processed ingredients, are the perfect way to kick off your morning with energy and flavor.
Is a Healthy Diet More Expensive?
Perceived expensiveness is the most common deterrent to healthier eating in the US, according to a recent Cleveland Clinic survey, with forty-six percent of people believing eating healthier costs more.[1] But does this perception match reality? The answer depends, in part, on how we define a healthy diet. Although there are a few evidence-based goals … Continued
Elevate Your Well-Being with 14 Immune-Boosting Plant-Based Recipes
Adding phytonutrient- and antioxidant-rich foods to our diet is a natural and healthy way to strengthen our immune system. Here, we share a collection of quick and convenient dishes packed with them.
New Recommendations for Childhood Obesity: Are We Missing the Obvious?
If the only tool you give someone is a hammer, every problem becomes a nail. In January 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines for evaluating and managing childhood obesity.[1] The public reaction has been shock and dismay because the AAP recommendations now include anti-obesity medicines for those as young as 12 and … Continued
Tips for Reducing Hidden Toxins in the Kitchen
We spend a lot of time thinking about the foods we routinely eat, and rightly so. Nutrition plays a leading role in determining our health and disease outcomes; with our society facing epidemics of lifestyle-related diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, you might argue nutrition has never been more important. But food isn’t the … Continued
16 Delicious Plant-Based Picnic Ideas
We have rounded up our all-time favorite plant-based picnic ideas to inspire your outdoor dining adventures. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these flavorful dishes!
Chill Out with Plant-Based Frozen Treats
Satisfy your sweet tooth with luscious, guilt-free vegan ice creams and tangy sorbets, perfect for beating the summer heat!
Fire Up the Grill: 12 Healthy Meatless Summer Recipes
Whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based options into your diet, these recipes will ignite your taste buds and showcase the incredible flavors you can achieve through plant-based grilling.
Treat Mom to These Plant-Based Mother’s Day Recipes
Treat your loved ones to a mouthwatering brunch that is both healthy and indulgent, and make this Mother's Day one to remember.
16 Healthy Plant-Based Cinco de Mayo Recipes
It's common to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Mexican food and drinks. Enjoy this year's holiday by trying some of our favorite plant-based dishes.
15 Sweet and Savory Plant-Based Recipes Perfect for Easter Brunch
Round out the menu for your Easter feast with this collection of delicious vegan recipes. They’re perfect for any meal—breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
What’s One Essential Component for a Successful Whole Food, Plant-based Program?
Imagine being able to help hundreds of people in your community transform their health with the power of plants. This is exactly what Dr. Walter Vermeulen has achieved and continues to do so. Here's how.
Getting Involved in Transforming the SAD School Food Culture
It’s that time again—back to school and, for many, back-to-school food, too! Unfortunately, it’s the school food that makes many parents cringe. When we think of transforming school food, we may think of eliminating toaster pastries or decreasing the number of times pizza is served each week. Often, plant-powered kids pack a lunch, and their … Continued
I Don’t Think My Kids Will Eat That!
An excerpt from Rachael Brown’s forthcoming book, For Fork’s Sake: A Quick Guide to Healing Yourself and the Planet Through a Plant-Based Diet.
Plant-Based Baby Formula: Alternatives When Breastfeeding Isn’t an Option
The benefits of breastfeeding are indisputable. That’s why leading health organizations recommend women breastfeed exclusively for at least six months. However, breastfeeding is not always an option. Here’s what parents need to know about plant-based baby formula.
How to get more greens into your child’s diet
We all know eating vegetables is a key factor in a healthy diet, but when it comes to kids this is easier said than done. Here are our top tips to help your kids eat more veggies.
Addressing Health Inequity through Trauma Informed Lifestyle Medicine
Seeds to Inspire Foundation was founded to transmute privilege into service and bring my healing story—and the knowledge behind it—to communities challenged with health inequity and disparity.
Try It, You Just Might Like It! Introducing Kids to More Fruits & Veggies
For far too long, children in this community have been establishing lifelong habits and preferences that involve more processed foods and fewer fruits and vegetables; by encouraging them to try a variety of fruits and vegetables, and by increasing nutrition education in their classrooms, we hope to help establish lifelong habits of health instead.
Empowering Plant-Powered Girls in the Dominican Republic
Globalization and factory food production has deeply affected the health and well-being of many marginalized communities. The Mariposa DR Foundation is committed to developing life-long healthy habits and protecting the abundant natural resources the Dominican Republic has to offer.
Changing Nutrition Education in Elementary Schools
Amie Hamlin and the Coalition for Healthy School Food are on a mission to increase plant-based foods in Elementary Schools across New York.
Promoting A Plant-Based Diet Through Culturally-Appropriate Foods
The Caribbean diets are typically focused on animal-based foods, with meat and cheap imported junk food. This organization is dedicated to changing that.
Why We Must Focus on Children’s Nutrition
Too often children’s nutrition doesn’t get the attention it deserves. This is why it’s important that changes.
