The Scoop on the Habit Loop – How to Create Healthy Habits

The Trigger-Behavior-Reward sequence is known as the habit loop. It’s a loop because every time you experience the reward after performing a habit, it strengthens the relationship between the trigger and the behavior. Read on to learn more.

Plant Strong Collegiate Swimming Champion & Her Plant-Based Family Legacy

I was born into an athletic, plant-based family. My grandfather is Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr., and I was raised plant-based. I now swim competitively and have won championships all while powered by plants.

From Overweight, Asthmatic Child to Thriving, Athletic Adult – A Plant-Based Miracle

A whole food, plant-based diet neutralized my childhood asthma and dramatically improved my athletic performance.

Go From Underweight to Healthy Weight With These Plant-Based Tips

Are you losing too much weight on a vegan diet? Or would you like to gain weight? Here are simple strategies for gaining weight on a whole food, plant-based diet.

From Junk Food to Plant-Based Eating: How I Made the Switch in 5 Steps

Adopting a whole food, plant-based diet is a lifestyle change and one that you will benefit from for years to come. Making the transition to plant-based eating can be simple with these 5 helpful steps.

The 4Leaf Survey: An Important Diagnostic Tool for Doctors

Medical doctors have found the 4Leaf Survey to be a useful tool in helping their patients understand what constitutes a health-promoting diet. Some doctors are now entering the patient’s survey score in their medical records as a vital sign.

8 Steps for a Successful Transition to Plant-Based Eating

If you are a plant-based beginner and transitioning to a plant-centered diet, here are eight steps to make the change less overwhelming and substantially more successful.

A Game-Changing Solution to One of the Most Devastating Diseases of the Brain: Stroke

Every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke in the U.S. Research participants with the highest adherence to a whole food, plant-based pattern were able to reduce their risk of stroke by as much as 30 percent.

Bridging the Gap Between the Wellness Industry & Medical Field Using Plant-Based Nutrition

Lifestyle factors are starting to be incorporated into more treatment plans through lifestyle medicine. A plant-based diet can help bring wellness professionals together with medical professionals to work as a team.

Growing Ultra: One Teen’s Path to Plant-Based Ultra Running

Jarod is a vegan teenage ultra trail runner who completed his first race at the Bryce Canyon 100. He fueled his running on a whole food, plant-based diet.

7 Anti-Aging Hacks for a Longer and Healthier Life

Slow the hands of time and age with more grace, energy and vitality with 248 strategies that encompass diet, fitness, beauty, and lifestyle. In this book excerpt, Asp shares 8 of her favorite lifestyle hacks.

Plant-Based Weight Loss: Maximize Your Exercise Plan

For lasting weight loss, a whole food, plant-based diet is key, but exercise is still important. Here’s the skinny on building a routine to shed unwanted pounds.

Treating Sleep Apnea With Diet and Lifestyle

What is sleep apnea? What are the causes and treatments? How can a whole food, plant-based lifestyle help?

Plant-Powered Workout: Eating Around Your Exercise Schedule

Eating the right foods before and after workout can greatly affect your performance and fitness goals. Check out these great tips to fuel your body pre-workout and post-workout using optimal plant-based options.

Research Confirms a Plant-Based Diet Can Help You Live Longer

Nutrition is important, but which aspects of nutrition? Why are there blue zones where people live longer? Learn more about just how important food is for your health and life longevity.

Food or Medicine? Preventing & Treating Breast & Prostate Cancer

Why turn to surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation to fight cancer when food is cancer’s enemy? Shouldn’t we implement diet and lifestyle changes along with medical interventions when facing cancer?

Behavior Change is Key for a Plant-Based Lifestyle Transformation

These neurologists say that habits and behavior change are necessary for a successful transition to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle.

What Is a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet?

What makes up a whole food, plant-based diet (WFPB)? It is not the same as a vegan diet. It is defined by a variety of whole or minimally processed foods.

Eco-Generativity: The Possibilities Between People & the Environment

How do we show respect for life and create vibrant communities? What is our impact on the environment?

Tips for Dining Out on a Plant-Based Diet

It is possible in most restaurants to order special items, or remove items from dishes. Check out these tips for dining out while staying true to your plant-based lifestyle.

7 Strategies for Better Sleep – Why Sleep Health is Important

Is sleep your number one health goal? Should it be? Learn why you need better sleep and how you can get more sleep.

A Nurse’s Journey to a Plant-Based Lifestyle

Interview with a Plant-Based Registered Nurse.

6 Strategies for Sticking With a Fitness Program

Try this personal trainer’s six strategies for following an exercise program.

Why Did I Switch to a Plant-Based Diet After Losing 150 Pounds?

I was morbidly obese, over 350 pounds. I changed my diet and lost the weight. Then I stumbled upon vegan bodybuilders and began my plant-based journey.