Diversity and Culture: The Missing Link Between Food and Health

The lack of representation of different cultures within the plant-based movement is glaring and the consequences are real. There is an abundance of research showing that culture and culturally relevant nutrition interventions are important for diet change and weight loss among Black and Asian Americans.

Food Apartheid: What Does Food Access Mean In America?

In America, food access is a game of economics, fueled by racial discrimination. We must call the problem for what it is: not a food desert, but food apartheid.

Food for Thought Series: Is Health Care Actually Disease Care?

Despite spending more on reactive healthcare than any other country, standard treatment is one of the top killers in the US.

Food for Thought Series: The Reductionist Paradigm Is Killing Us

Reductionism has a way of mangling the truth so it does more harm than good. Wouldn’t we all be better off if we knew the Whole truth?

What is Food Sovereignty? 3 Steps for Taking Back Ownership of Our Food

A handful of corporations control our food system and we are just one global catastrophe away from a food crisis. Food sovereignty allows us to reclaim ownership of our food.

How Much Does Malnutrition Really Cost?

Malnutrition, including the dietary patterns that produce obesity and chronic disease, is the number one cause of death today, killing millions worldwide every year. Its costs to both individuals and societies continues to grow, despite being largely ignored by healthcare policy institutions, the media, and the public.

4 Terrifying Truths About the US Health-Scare System

We all know that the US medical system isn’t perfect. But sometimes, it can be downright scary. What you are about to read isn’t a trick or treat; so beware and prepare for chills as you learn these terrifying truths about the US healthcare system.

The Grass Is Greener Where You Water It – Gardener Helps to Grow Food and a Community

Julialynn Walker is providing the community with resources and tools for starting a garden. Education is a key component in providing her community with healthier nutritional options.

13 Ways to Cope With Pandemic Stress and Grief

Grief and stress come with the territory these days. But we’ve got you covered with helpful ways to deal with all the many emotions and demands during this time.

Chasing Away the COVID Blues: Coping Strategies at Home

While it may feel overwhelming to think of everything we can’t do and can’t control during this COVID-19 pandemic, the fact is there is quite a bit we can do that is good for ourselves and others. It’s just a matter of exploring and at times refocusing.

What Can I Eat to Help Fight Depression and Anxiety?

You likely know that stress, anxiety, and depression reduce the presence of good bacteria in your gut, leading to gastrointestinal distress. But did you know the state of your gut can affect your mental health?

When ‘Healthy Eating’ Becomes Bad for Your Mind

Eating more healthfully is a solution—not a problem, yet some people can turn the desire for optimal wellness into an obsession called orthorexia nervosa.

Global Whole Food, Plant-Based Community Kitchens

Feeding and educating children & families with a WFPB (whole food, plant-based), sustainable, conscious, and life-saving lifestyle. The WFPB Community Kitchen is an initiative of WFPB.ORG with the goal of educating, feeding, and empowering impoverished communities.

Observations From China: What Happened to the Plant-Based Diet?

The typical Chinese lifestyle now includes less exercise and more meat, dairy, sugar, oil, and fast food than during the The China Study era.

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.

Why Stress Can Make You Overeat and How to Stop It

If you respond to stress by eating, you’re not alone. Chronic stress has become an epidemic in the U.S. Learn more about the dangers of stress eating and how to avoid it using these three tips.

Building Plant-Based Community & Support in 4 Easy Steps

Living by example is a great way to plant seeds of change for those curious about going plant-based. Learn how to support others going plant-based in 4 steps.

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.

Restaurant Campaign Will Bring Plant-Based Options to More Menus

Who says you can’t have a plant-based, oil-free meal and eat it too? PlantPure Communities is helping to create more plant-based options in restaurants all over America and you can help!

Nutrition is a Democratic Topic in This Life Changing Writing Class

Comparing the Standard American Diet with a Plant-Based Diet serves as a model resource for learning basic argumentative skills. It also becomes life changing for many students.

PlantPure Communities Announces 5 Pod Leaders as Scholarship Recipients

PlantPure Communities announced the 5 Pod leader recipients of scholarships for the renowned Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program offered through the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell.

Are Vegetarian Diets Linked to Depression in Men?

Should men eating a plant-based diet be concerned about increasing their risk of depression? A postnatal questionnaire takes a look at men’s diets and draws conclusions.

Are You a Mindless Eater? Change Your Relationship with Food

Mindful Eating Can Lead to Self-Love. Excerpt from The Mindful Vegan by Lani Muelrath.

Healthcare in Crisis: RN Asks What’s Food Got to Do With It?

Medical treatment plans don’t combat today’s chronic illnesses. Adult obesity rates of 36% and obesity rates for nurses at 55% indicate an overall lack of lifestyle education.