Can Plant-Based Nutrition Help You Sleep Better?

Poor sleep (either insufficient duration of sleep or low-quality sleep) is associated with a weakened immune system, Alzheimer’s, disrupted blood sugar levels, cardiovascular disease, psychiatric conditions, and more.

Is Fruit Healthy? Busting Common Fruit Myths

What’s the truth about fruit? How does it affect our health, and what about more specific cases, like if we’re diabetic or trying to lose weight?

A Selection From T. Colin Campbell’s Newest Book: The Future of Nutrition

This excerpt, taken from Dr. Campbell’s newest book, The Future of Nutrition, explores how a reductionist paradigm limits our medical system’s approach to disease and health.

9 Whole Food, Plant-Based Holiday Dessert Recipes

Oh, the smell of goodies baking in the kitchen! There are few things that sum up happiness in a smell for me – but fresh baked goods are certainly one of them. Growing up, I always loved baking and cherish my memories huddled around the kitchen counter cutting out sugar cookies and gingerbread men during … Continued

Nancy Condon’s New Lease on Life: How She Found Support and Success with CNS Kitchen

My whole food, plant-based (WFPB) journey started when I joined the CNS Kitchen community, led by Sharme Ridley and Del Sroufe, and participated in a WFPB Wellness Challenge. At first, the transition was difficult for me, but thanks to the kindness and support of my newly discovered community, I turned that rocky beginning into a … Continued

Colorectal Cancer Trends & The Role of Nutrition

In the greater context of the “war on cancer,” colorectal cancer seems a clear success. Compared to other cancer sites, incidence and mortality rates for colorectal cancer have improved tremendously. And there’s a chance that we would know much less about this disease, including how to prevent and treat it, if not for the concerted efforts of recent decades.

Are Humans Similar to Cows? Genetics, Digestion, and Implications for Diet

The debate over the optimal human diet is less about whether we can eat animal-based foods than whether we should. Additionally, comparing ourselves to cows raises the question: are animal dairy products a natural part of the human diet?

Are Humans Herbivores or Omnivores?

Doctors, other experts, and conventional wisdom often say that animal products are essential components of a healthy diet. This majority view implies that humans are omnivores. But what do our bodies say?

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.

Kathy Plaza Avoided High Blood Pressure Medication by Adopting a WFPB Lifestyle

Kathy Plaza gained 50 unwanted pounds and developed high blood pressure after menopause. At the age of 68, hoping to avoid HBP medication, she decided to do something about it. She’s 75 now and still going strong with her WFPB, SOS-free diet.

How to Get All Your Vitamins and Minerals From Plant-based Meals

The human body requires a variety of macronutrients and micronutrients to function properly. A healthy whole food, plant-based diet provides all the vitamins and minerals needed for optimal health.

Does it Matter If I Call Myself a Food Addict?

Where is the line that separates normal eating from food addiction? Aren't we all addicted to it to some extent, and don’t we need food to live? I have asked myself these questions many times, and I have tried to answer them with help from professionals and in my own social circles.

13 Plant-Based Recipes to Get You Ready for Fall

From steamy stews to roasted root vegetables, fall cooking is all about heating up in the kitchen as the temperature outside starts to drop. We rounded up some of our favorite fall recipes to get you ready and keep you warm.

Healthy Plant-Based Meat Substitutes

New meat substitutes are appearing on grocery store shelves all the time, and many may be healthier than their animal-based counterparts. But are they actually good for you? And if not, what should you eat instead? You might love a good burger, hot dog, or pepperoni pizza, but the vegan versions of these classic animal-based … Continued

5 Essential Tips for Mindful Eating

Today's society moves so fast that most of us have forgotten what it looks like to be intentional and mindful with our food. In turn, there is a disconnect between the foods we eat and how they make us feel.

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

13 Plant-Based Salads You Will Love Year-Round

Who said salads are boring? Here are some of our favorite vegan salad recipes that are sure to inspire plant-based cooks and omnivores alike.

Food Additives Increase Obesity, Chronic Disease and Corporate Profits

US food products contain over 3,000 and possibly as many as 14,000 additives. These facilitate centralized, industrial food production and increase food company profits, for example, by extending shelf life and improving the taste and appearance of food. But they also often degrade human health.

Is a High-Fat Diet Healthy? What the Science Says

Variations of the high-fat diet have been popular for decades. Are they healthy? Here's what the science says.

Understanding MSG In The Kitchen: Is it as Bad as We think?

Monosodium glutamate, or MSG, is an additive found in many processed foods (e.g., canned soups, sauces, and condiments). It gives a lot of foods their umami flavor, which is the savory character found naturally in many foods. It is a prized component of cooking that chefs spend a lot of time learning about, but it’s … Continued

16 Kid-Approved Plant-based Recipes

Involving children in the kitchen is a great way to get them excited about selecting and preparing healthy meals. Children may be selective eaters due to different textures, color, and flavor preferences, but the earlier they are exposed to new foods, the more likely they will be open to tasting them. Getting children to eat … 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.

Whole Food, Plant-Based Baby Formula: Alternatives When Breastfeeding Isn’t an Option

While many pediatricians recommend breastfeeding newborn babies, that is not always an option for all mothers. Here’s what parents need to know about plant-based baby formula.

4 Plant-Based Recipes Bodybuilder Robert Cheeke Swears By

Robert Cheeke shares some of his favorite plant-based recipes, which also happen to be outstanding meals for supporting an active lifestyle, whether for a recreation fitness enthusiast, or a professional athlete.