Healthy Eating - Plant-Based - Nutrition Studies - 1 https://nutritionstudies.org/t/healthy-eating/ Food. Science. Health. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:53:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 Assessing the Top Nutrition Trends of 2023 (Part One) https://nutritionstudies.org/assessing-the-top-nutrition-trends-of-2023-part-one/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:43:01 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=51336 It’s often helpful to take a step back and look at trends. As indicators of the prevailing sentiments and interests within a society, they offer a compelling snapshot of broad cultural attitudes at a given time. Here we analyze the top 2023 nutritional trends.

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> How CNS Kitchen Has Helped Me Go Beyond Weight Loss to Embrace Whole Health https://nutritionstudies.org/how-cns-kitchen-has-helped-me-go-beyond-weight-loss-to-embrace-whole-health/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:12:45 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=51288 When I joined CNS Kitchen in 2022, I was looking for a community of others who were on a whole food, plant-based (WFPB) journey. At the time, my goal was weight loss. I had been gaining and losing the same ten pounds for over a year. What I didn’t know then was how important the … Continued

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Written by Julie Johnson.

]]> New Recommendations for Childhood Obesity: Are We Missing the Obvious? https://nutritionstudies.org/new-recommendations-for-childhood-obesity-are-we-missing-the-obvious/ Fri, 20 Oct 2023 13:10:38 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=50904 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

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Written by Leigh Ettinger, MD.

]]> Why Breadth Is Important: A Selection from Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s The Future of Nutrition https://nutritionstudies.org/why-breadth-is-important/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:55:55 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=50542 This excerpt taken from Dr. Campbell’s The Future of Nutrition (2020) explains why breadth of effect is critical when assessing health and nutrition protocols, and explores how the current reductionist medical paradigm ignores this criterion. To learn more about The Future of Nutrition, read our dedicated webpage. To learn more about reductionism and its alternative, … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla & T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Tips for Reducing Hidden Toxins in the Kitchen https://nutritionstudies.org/tips-for-reducing-hidden-toxins-in-the-kitchen/ Thu, 10 Aug 2023 08:42:19 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=49354 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

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Written by Stephanie Peacock, DC.

]]> How to Shift Your Body Composition With a Whole Food, Plant-Based Lifestyle? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-shift-your-body-composition-with-a-whole-food-plant-based-lifestyle/ Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:24:36 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=49281 I initially struggled with this question when I went vegan over eight years ago. Coming from the bodybuilding world, where there is a significant focus on cutting carbs to lose fat and build muscle, it took me years of tweaking my approach and exploring the research to figure out how to do it. Through several … Continued

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Written by Maxime Sigouin.

]]> How Lise Put Yo-Yo Dieting Behind Her Once and for All https://nutritionstudies.org/how-lise-put-yo-yo-dieting-behind-her-once-and-for-all/ Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:56:44 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=48831 At 55, Lise had struggled with yo-yo dieting most of her life. She tried everything from Atkins to keto. Finally, she found success with a whole food, plant-based diet.

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Written by Maxime Sigouin.

]]> Erythritol, a Bittersweet Ingredient: Are We Better Off Without It? https://nutritionstudies.org/erythritol-a-bittersweet-ingredient-are-we-better-off-without-it/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:26:33 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=48433 Erythritol has become a very popular artificial sweetener, with only 6% of the calories but 60–80% of the sweetness of sugar. But is it healthy?

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Written by Daniel L. Chen, MD, FACP, DipABLM.

]]> Tailoring the WFPB Diet to Individual Needs and Preferences (Video) https://nutritionstudies.org/tailoring-the-wfpb-diet-to-individual-needs-and-preferences/ Wed, 17 May 2023 15:28:59 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=48143 In the following video, Varun Ponmudi—the founder of former CNS grant recipient Aaya’s Table—discusses why it’s necessary to understand and cater to the needs and preferences of the people we work with when trying to facilitate sustainable dietary lifestyle change. This clip covers many critical subjects for ensuring successful, lasting change, whether in a diet … Continued

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Written by Center for Nutrition Studies.

]]> Is There a Link Between Diet and Pain Symptoms? https://nutritionstudies.org/link-between-diet-and-pain/ Wed, 03 May 2023 11:38:14 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=47953 Pain is one of the most frequent chief complaints in primary care settings. But what is it, and how does it relate to diet and medication?

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Written by Marcela Sandoval-Garza, MD, DipIBLM.

]]> The Future of Meat is Meatless; Is It Also Greener and Healthier? https://nutritionstudies.org/the-future-of-meat-is-meatless-is-it-also-greener-and-healthier/ Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:58:32 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=47433 Sales for plant-based meat continue to skyrocket as consumers look for better alternatives. But is meatless meat a healthier option?

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Is Organic Meat a Healthy Option? https://nutritionstudies.org/is-organic-meat-a-healthy-option/ Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:47:24 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=47204 Grass-fed bed is more popular than ever before as consumers look for “healthier” and “cleaner” meat options. But is organic meat really a “cleaner” option?

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> How Common is Protein Deficiency? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-common-is-protein-deficiency/ Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:12:18 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=46391 We are a people preoccupied with protein. We have been ever since we discovered the nutrient in the mid-19th century. You might have heard that protein comes from the Greek proteios, meaning “of prime importance.”[1] And it is important—we cannot live without it. But judging by the level of attention granted to protein—in the mind … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Dr. Stephanie Peacock’s Top Foods for Gut Health https://nutritionstudies.org/top-foods-for-gut-health/ Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:00:26 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=46382 Every time we eat, we feed the trillions of bacteria that make up our gut microbiome. Ideally, we should have 300–400 types of these bacteria.[1] But unfortunately, due to processed foods and lack of fiber, many individuals have less than this. This loss of critical microorganisms and the lack of diversity in our microbiome can … Continued

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Written by Stephanie Peacock, DC.

]]> Can Plant-Based Nutrition Help You Sleep Better? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-plant-based-nutrition-help-you-sleep-better/ Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:03:15 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=45606 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.

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Is Fruit Healthy? Busting Common Fruit Myths https://nutritionstudies.org/is-fruit-healthy-busting-common-fruit-myths/ Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:00:03 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=45284 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?

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> A Selection From T. Colin Campbell’s Newest Book: The Future of Nutrition https://nutritionstudies.org/a-selection-from-t-colin-campbells-newest-book-the-future-of-nutrition/ Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:56:46 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=45186 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.

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla & T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> 9 Whole Food, Plant-Based Holiday Dessert Recipes https://nutritionstudies.org/9-whole-food-plant-based-holiday-dessert-recipes/ Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:26:46 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=45053 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

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Written by Jackie Lutze.

]]> Consolidation in the Food System https://nutritionstudies.org/consolidation-in-the-food-system/ Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:15:56 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44839 This month a mega-merger was announced between Kroger and Albertsons that could have large ramifications for grocery shopping in American supermarkets while continuing the trend toward further consolidation.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Kathy Plaza Avoided High Blood Pressure Medication by Adopting a WFPB Lifestyle https://nutritionstudies.org/kathy-plaza-avoided-high-blood-pressure-medication-by-adopting-a-wfpb-lifestyle/ Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:00:16 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44354 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.

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Written by Kathy Plaza.

]]> How to Get All Your Vitamins and Minerals From Plant-based Meals https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-get-all-your-vitamins-and-minerals-from-plant-based-meals/ Thu, 06 Oct 2022 13:47:45 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44276 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.

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Written by Evelisse Capó, PharmD, DipACLM.

]]> Does it Matter If I Call Myself a Food Addict? https://nutritionstudies.org/does-it-matter-if-i-call-myself-a-food-addict/ Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:00:56 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44177 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.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Overeating Causes and Solutions https://nutritionstudies.org/overeating-causes-and-solutions/ Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:46:19 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44199 Food addiction and compulsive overeating are primary causes of obesity—a major problem in the US and many other countries. This article summarizes the causes and solutions to overeating and obesity.

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Written by Frank Dixon.

]]> Healthy Plant-Based Meat Substitutes https://nutritionstudies.org/healthy-plant-based-meat-substitutes/ Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:55:53 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44119 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

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> 5 Essential Tips for Mindful Eating https://nutritionstudies.org/5-essential-tips-for-mindful-eating/ Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:43:33 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44058 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.

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Written by Sylvia Lillquist.

]]> Getting Involved in Transforming the SAD School Food Culture https://nutritionstudies.org/getting-involved-in-transforming-the-sad-school-food-culture/ Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:43:40 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44038 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

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Written by Meryl Fury, RN.

]]> The Best Tips for Cooking Without Oil https://nutritionstudies.org/top-tips-for-cooking-without-oil/ Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:56:31 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44005 There are a plethora of reasons to avoid consuming oil, here are some tips if you are looking to transition to oil-free cooking.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Food Additives Increase Obesity, Chronic Disease and Corporate Profits https://nutritionstudies.org/food-additives-increase-obesity-chronic-disease-and-corporate-profits/ Fri, 26 Aug 2022 15:40:49 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43965 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.

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Written by Frank Dixon.

]]> Is a High-Fat Diet Healthy? What the Science Says https://nutritionstudies.org/is-a-high-fat-diet-healthy-what-the-science-says/ Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:26:50 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43926 Variations of the high-fat diet have been popular for decades. Are they healthy? Here's what the science says.

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Understanding MSG In The Kitchen: Is it as Bad as We think? https://nutritionstudies.org/understanding-msg-in-the-kitchen-is-it-as-bad-as-we-think/ Tue, 16 Aug 2022 13:05:13 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43890 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

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> 4 Plant-Based Recipes Bodybuilder Robert Cheeke Swears By https://nutritionstudies.org/4-plant-based-recipes-bodybuilder-robert-cheeke-swears-by/ Sat, 23 Jul 2022 08:11:54 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43745 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.

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Written by Robert Cheeke.

]]> How to Optimize Your Omega-3 to Omega-6 Ratio on a Plant-Based Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-optimize-your-omega-3-to-omega-6-ratio-on-a-plant-based-diet/ Fri, 15 Jul 2022 12:36:53 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43622 Getting your daily dose of omega-3s while decreasing your omega-6 intake will go a long way in reducing inflammation, preventing disease, and improving your overall health.

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Written by Kathy Meldrum, MSPT.

]]> Live Longer, Live Better! Understanding the Research on Longevity https://nutritionstudies.org/live-longer-live-better-understanding-the-research-on-longevity/ Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:39:12 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43275 With modern medical intervention, many are living longer just so that they can die longer. The good news is, we already know the key to healthy longevity. Scientific research shows us how to extend our lifespan and avoid the common diseases that plague so many Americans.

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Written by Michael C. Hollie, MD.

]]> Sonoran Sunshine Retreat Keynote Speaker, Doctor Vanessa Méndez, Talks Gut Health https://nutritionstudies.org/sonoran-sunshine-retreat-keynote-speaker-doctor-vanessa-mendez-talks-gut-health/ Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:02:07 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43226 Have you heard of the gut microbiome? It’s one of the hottest topics in nutrition right now, but what is it? And how can you develop a healthy gut for yourself?

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Written by Vanessa Méndez, MD.

]]> How to get more greens into your child’s diet https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-get-more-greens-into-your-childs-diet/ Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:07:50 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43129 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.

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Written by April Duckworth.

]]> Meet Expert Dahlia Marin, RDN LD: A Journey of Personal Gut Health and Career in Healing the Microbiome https://nutritionstudies.org/meet-expert-dahlia-marin-rdn-ld-a-journey-of-personal-gut-health-and-career-in-healing-the-microbiome/ Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:00:09 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42975 Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate Instructor, Dahlia Marin RDN LD shares her personal story of gut health and helping others heal their microbiome.

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Written by Isabel Lu.

]]> Is Pasta Plant-Based? The Delicious (and Healthy) Answer https://nutritionstudies.org/is-pasta-plant-based-the-delicious-and-healthy-answer/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 19:24:57 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42962 A lot of people adopting a whole food, plant-based (WFPB) lifestyle wonder whether pasta is off limits, especially because there are so many different types of pasta.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> At the age of 55 Karla Freeze changed her life with a plant-based diet https://nutritionstudies.org/at-the-age-of-55-karla-freeze-changed-her-life-with-a-plant-based-diet/ Wed, 01 Jun 2022 17:47:07 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42859 After realizing Alzheimer's was affecting her loved ones, Karla was determined to find a healthier way forward. In doing so she regained her health and lost 236 pounds.

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Written by Karla Freeze.

]]> Addressing Health Inequity through Trauma Informed Lifestyle Medicine https://nutritionstudies.org/addressing-health-inequity-through-trauma-informed-lifestyle-medicine/ Sat, 28 May 2022 14:49:32 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42799 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.

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Written by Jacque Salomon.

]]> How to encourage children to adopt a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-encourage-children-to-adopt-a-whole-food-plant-based-lifestyle/ Fri, 27 May 2022 13:08:01 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42417 Knowing how and what to feed your child can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to raising your child on a plant-based diet.

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Written by Coral Sirett.

]]> Try It, You Just Might Like It! Introducing Kids to More Fruits & Veggies https://nutritionstudies.org/try-it-you-just-might-like-it-introducing-kids-to-more-fruits-veggies/ Tue, 17 May 2022 16:33:25 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42604 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.

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Written by Beth Brothers.

]]> How a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Led Me to a Plant-Based Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/how-a-breast-cancer-diagnosis-led-me-to-a-plant-based-diet/ Wed, 11 May 2022 01:04:27 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42525 After a cancer diagnosis, Kelly got serious about her health for the first time in her life. Here’s her road to adopting a whole food, plant-based diet to save her life.

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Written by Kelly Klepfer.

]]> How I Shed A Third of My Body Weight & Regained My Health https://nutritionstudies.org/how-i-shed-a-third-of-my-body-weight-regained-my-health/ Sat, 07 May 2022 14:00:48 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42334 After being rushed to the hospital with a life-threatening illness in 2009, Jeanne Schumacher discovered the profound power of whole food, plant-based nutrition. Read her inspirational story of discovery, recovery, and giving back.

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Written by Jeanne Schumacher, M.Ed., Ed.D.

]]> Empowering Plant-Powered Girls in the Dominican Republic https://nutritionstudies.org/empowering-plant-powered-girls-in-the-dominican-republic/ Thu, 05 May 2022 18:00:05 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42470 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.

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Written by Dr. Sara Bruins.

]]> Changing Nutrition Education in Elementary Schools https://nutritionstudies.org/changing-nutrition-education-in-elementary-schools/ Thu, 05 May 2022 14:00:18 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42463 Amie Hamlin and the Coalition for Healthy School Food are on a mission to increase plant-based foods in Elementary Schools across New York.

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Written by Amie Hamlin, MEd.

]]> Promoting A Plant-Based Diet Through Culturally-Appropriate Foods https://nutritionstudies.org/promoting-a-plant-based-diet-through-culturally-appropriate-foods/ Wed, 04 May 2022 23:51:23 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42455 The Caribbean diets are typically focused on animal-based foods, with meat and cheap imported junk food. This organization is dedicated to changing that.

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Written by Liz Ross.

]]> Why Should We Focus on Children’s Nutrition? https://nutritionstudies.org/why-should-we-focus-on-childrens-nutrition/ Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:02:17 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42396 Too often children’s nutrition doesn’t get the attention it deserves. This is why it’s important that changes.

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Written by Meryl Fury, RN.

]]> Weight Loss With Plants Episode 2 – Kelly Houseman https://nutritionstudies.org/weight-loss-with-plants-episode-2-kelly-houseman/ Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:00:27 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41523 Tune in to see how committing to a WFPB lifestyle change affected Kelly’s weight loss and the management of her metastatic breast cancer.

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Written by Sharme Ridley, MEd, EdS.

]]> Weight Loss With Plants Episode 4 – Ben and Esther Loveridge https://nutritionstudies.org/weight-loss-with-plants-episode-4-ben-and-esther-loveridge/ Fri, 01 Apr 2022 13:00:35 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41712 Not everyone will be ready for change at the same time. Setting a good example and being patient, especially with loved ones, goes a long way toward nourishing healthy behaviors.

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Written by Sharme Ridley, MEd, EdS.

]]> School Psychologist Uses Nutrition to Improve Learning https://nutritionstudies.org/school-psychologist-uses-nutrition-to-improve-learning/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:00:32 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41888 Learn how Nutrition 4 the Growing Brain is using improved nutrition to address learning and behavioral challenges in kids.

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Written by Courtney Rasby, SSP.

]]> How These 9 Professionals Use Their Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate https://nutritionstudies.org/how-graduates-use-their-plant-based-nutrition-certificates/ Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:36:16 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40597 Learn how these professionals use the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies to complement their careers with the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate through eCornell.

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]]> Weight Loss With Plants Episode 3 – Al Schmidt https://nutritionstudies.org/weight-loss-with-plants-episode-3-al-schmidt/ Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:00:55 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41601 Al’s story proves that it’s never too late to make a dietary change. At 80, he overcame his crippling cardiac disease with WFPB nutrition, and he’s still going strong!

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Written by Sharme Ridley, MEd, EdS.

]]> A WFPB Diet Helped My Fibroid and Menstrual Pain https://nutritionstudies.org/a-wfpb-diet-helped-my-fibroid-and-menstrual-pain/ Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:54:26 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41550 Plant-based nutrition can produce profound benefits for those suffering from hormone-related conditions and diseases, including several which affect huge proportions of the American and global population.

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Written by Jihye Lee.

]]> Overcoming My Junk Food Addiction https://nutritionstudies.org/overcoming-my-junk-food-addiction/ Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:00:29 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40461 Knowing what to eat is only the first step. The psychological barriers of lifestyle change are very real, and often intensely personal.

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Written by Evon Dennis.

]]> Cancer Is Not The End: How a Plant-Based Diet Helped Manage Carlos’ Prostate Cancer https://nutritionstudies.org/cancer-is-not-the-end-how-a-plant-based-diet-helped-manage-carlos-prostate-cancer/ Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:00:35 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40827 Eleven years ago, Carlos was diagnosed with “untreatable” cancer. He discovered the power of nutrition, as recorded in his book, Testimony of Life.

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Written by Carlos Manuel González.

]]> Steps to Go from Meat Eating to Whole Food, Plant-Based https://nutritionstudies.org/steps-to-go-from-meat-eating-to-whole-food-plant-based/ Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:22:11 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41605 Optimal health isn’t just a switch you can flip. It often takes a long time to achieve our health goals, with many unforeseen stages between here and there.

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Written by Elizabeth Hubbell.

]]> Mistakes We Make When Going Plant Based & How to Avoid Them https://nutritionstudies.org/mistakes-we-make-when-going-plant-based-how-to-avoid-them/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 18:10:34 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41530 There are many challenges when switching to a new lifestyle, and your challenges are often going to be unique to your particular situation. Your background, your environment, the support systems that you choose to take advantage of—all of these can have a major impact on your success.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Weight Loss With Plants Episode 1 – Tim & Heather Kaufman https://nutritionstudies.org/weight-loss-with-plants-episode-1-tim-heather-kaufman/ Fri, 25 Feb 2022 17:28:56 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=41479 Watch this inspirational video to learn how two members of our WFPB community have not just lost nearly 300 pounds, but also gained a new lease on life.

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Written by Sharme Ridley, MEd, EdS.

]]> Mel’s Plant-Based Journey From Heart Disease to Health https://nutritionstudies.org/mels-plant-based-journey-from-heart-disease-to-health/ Fri, 10 Dec 2021 18:14:58 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40500 Never underestimate the power of planting the seeds of change in others. Let yourself be a good example and a resource for transformation.

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Written by Sherry Shrallow, LCSW.

]]> Married Couple Find Renewed Health & Lose a Combined 200 lbs With a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/married-couple-find-renewed-health-lose-a-combined-200-lbs-with-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet/ Wed, 08 Dec 2021 15:01:55 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40445 There’s no such thing as “too late.” Choosing health can have a profound effect on your life, and enrich the lives of those around you.

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Written by Esther Loveridge.

]]> What Is a Processed Food vs a Whole Food? https://nutritionstudies.org/what-is-a-processed-food-vs-a-whole-food/ Thu, 02 Dec 2021 18:19:53 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=40302 There’s a lot of talk about “processed” foods, but what does the distinction mean, and is it the most helpful way to think about your food choices?

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Plant-Based Diet for Diabetes: What About Carbs? https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-diet-for-diabetics-what-about-the-carbs/ Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:26:42 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39868 Carbohydrates are often criticized in very simplistic terms, especially when it comes to diabetes, but does that tell the whole story?

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> How a Nurse Practitioner Saved Her Health With a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/how-this-nurse-practitioner-saved-her-health-with-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet/ Mon, 08 Nov 2021 22:07:34 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39917 The health journey isn’t always easy. It requires not just expert information, but also implementing what we learn in a way that sticks.

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Written by Laura Valero, NP.

]]> Book Excerpt: From Plant to Planet: Nudge your way towards healthier, more sustainable food habits https://nutritionstudies.org/book-excerpt-from-plant-to-planet-nudge-your-way-towards-healthier-more-sustainable-food-habits/ Tue, 02 Nov 2021 21:13:39 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39845 In this excerpt, authors of From Plant to Planet identify and address the most common barriers that prevent dietary lifestyle change.

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Written by Vivienne Alexa Robinson & Poornima Luthra, PhD.

]]> Protein Isolates: Do They Have a Place in a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet? https://nutritionstudies.org/protein-isolates-do-they-have-a-place-in-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:59:04 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39448 Science has found a way to turn plants into something impressively meat-like; do these mock meats have a time and place in a whole food, plant-based diet?

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Never Too Late: Reversing My Heart Disease on a WFPB Diet at 80 https://nutritionstudies.org/never-too-late-reversing-my-heart-disease-on-a-wfpb-diet-at-80/ Fri, 22 Oct 2021 21:38:07 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39497 Al Schmidt shows you’re never too old to make changes to reverse heart disease. Although it was a bumpy road getting there, Al has found he loves eating plant-based — for the results and the taste of it!

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Written by Al Schmidt.

]]> Cancer, Heart Disease, and Weight Loss: A Plant-Based Diet Rescued My Health https://nutritionstudies.org/cancer-heart-disease-weight-loss-a-plant-based-diet-rescued-my-health/ Mon, 04 Oct 2021 14:02:59 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39285 Although modern medicine’s first inclination is to fight disease, Bryan Jackson, cancer and heart attack survivor, suggests a friendlier approach- one that not only helps slow or reverse disease but helps the whole person.

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Written by Bryan Jackson.

]]> Mycotoxins in Food: Should Plant-Based Eaters Worry? https://nutritionstudies.org/mycotoxins-in-food-should-plant-based-eaters-worry/ Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:00:28 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39047 What if the foods we’re eating to keep us healthy are actually harming us? We explain what mycotoxins are, how they can affect us, and outline ways to avoid them.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> 3 Trees With Edible and Nutritious Leaves https://nutritionstudies.org/3-trees-with-edible-and-nutritious-leaves/ Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:58:54 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39012 Most people think of spinach and kale when they think of “leafy greens.” Joshua Wayne, our favorite forager, is here to point us toward another source of edible leafy greens: the trees. Some of these edible tree leaves may even be in your backyard.

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> Recovery From Eating Disorders – My Plant-Based Journey https://nutritionstudies.org/recovery-from-eating-disorders-my-plant-based-journey/ Wed, 15 Sep 2021 18:26:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38996 This article contains material regarding eating disorders that may be triggering for some readers. According to the American Psychiatric Association, eating disorders are illnesses in which people experience severe disturbances in their eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions. People with eating disorders typically become preoccupied with food and with their body weight. An eating … Continued

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Written by April Duckworth.

]]> Could Journaling be the Missing Link in Your Wellness Journey? https://nutritionstudies.org/food-journal-benefits/ Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:48:36 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38913 Food journaling is often a dreaded task for those trying to lose weight, but for Sharme it was key to her success.

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Written by Sharme Ridley, MEd, EdS.

]]> WFPB Success: Changing My Life in 20 Days https://nutritionstudies.org/wfpb-success-changing-my-life-in-20-days/ Sat, 04 Sep 2021 12:00:25 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38819 Many people rationalize not switching to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, even if their heart and their gut tells them to. Beverly, a winner of Chef Del’s Diet Daze 20-Day Challenge, tells us what finally made her prioritize the switch to a healthier way of life.

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Written by Beverly Valley.

]]> I Reversed My Type 2 Diabetes With a Plant-Based Diet & Help From My Mom https://nutritionstudies.org/i-reversed-my-type-2-diabetes-with-a-plant-based-diet-help-from-my-mom/ Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:30:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38662 Which sounds better—a lifetime of prescription drugs, or a fast-acting dietary lifestyle change that only has positive side effects?

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Written by Jeff Darden.

]]> Chef Del’s Plant-Based Secret Ingredients https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-dels-secret-garden-gems-garlic-scapes-carrot-tops-beet-greens/ Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:13:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38642 Most people are used to throwing away perfectly edible, nutritious, and tasty plant parts. Learn how you can use them to elevate your cooking!

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Busting Nutrition Myths: How Plant-Based Diets Are Healthy for Children & Families https://nutritionstudies.org/busting-nutrition-myths-how-plant-based-diets-are-healthy-for-children-families/ Fri, 13 Aug 2021 18:01:32 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38300 In the Center for Nutrition Studies’ upcoming Plant Forward Virtual Workshop Series, Dr. Shah will share her insights into how to make a whole food, plant-based diet sustainable for you and your family. Read more about her work and her most recent book, co-authored with Brenda Davis, RD. Nutrition can be a controversial topic. Doctors, … Continued

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Written by Isabel Lu.

]]> Is Stevia the Safest Sweetener? https://nutritionstudies.org/is-stevia-the-safest-sweetener/ Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:00:08 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38093 Although stevia comes from a plant and is often marketed as healthy and even plant-based, there is more than meets the eye when it comes to this natural sweetener. Make sure you know the pros and cons before you sweeten your next recipe with stevia.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Weight Loss & Cancer Management: How Whole Food, Plant-Based Support Helped Kelly https://nutritionstudies.org/weight-loss-cancer-management-how-whole-food-plant-based-support-helped-kelly/ Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:30:35 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38013 After years of on-and-off whole food, plant-based eating, Kelly fully committed to the WFPB lifestyle change and found great success in weight loss and managing her metastatic breast cancer.

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Written by Kelly Houseman.

]]> The Support You Need: Tips to Help Maintain Your Weight Loss Goals https://nutritionstudies.org/the-support-you-need-tips-to-help-maintain-your-weight-loss-goals/ Sun, 25 Jul 2021 13:00:54 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37932 Weight loss goals are easier to achieve and maintain with the proper support. In this article, Del Sroufe gives his advice on types of support and community he finds helpful when it comes to his diet and health.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> How To Get Your Vitamin D From Mushrooms https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-get-your-vitamin-d-from-mushrooms/ Sat, 24 Jul 2021 13:00:58 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37906 Most people derive their vitamin D from exposure to the sun, but what do you do when you can’t get enough sunshine? Many rely on vitamin D supplements, but can eating mushrooms be an option? There are a few things to know...

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Written by Josh Wayne, MSW, MPH.

]]> A Registered Dietitian’s Professional & Personal Journey to WFPB Nutrition https://nutritionstudies.org/a-registered-dietitians-professional-personal-journey-to-wfpb-nutrition-a-seed-that-blossomed/ Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:00:16 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37817 One book changed the entire trajectory of this Registered Dietitian’s career and life. Read about Didem’s journey on a whole food, plant-based diet and the changes it made for her, large and small.

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Written by Didem Varol, RD.

]]> Chef, I’m Going Plant-Based. What Can I Eat? https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-im-going-plant-based-what-can-i-eat/ Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:30:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37371 Many people considering a plant-based diet initially focus on what they can’t eat. Here we explore the huge range of what you can eat, including several substitutes to use to make your old favorites.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> How Strict Does My Plant-Based Diet Need To Be? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-strict-does-my-plant-based-diet-need-to-be/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:34:45 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37294 Will a tiny bit of oil really hurt you? Can a whole food, plant-based diet be followed just part time? These questions and others are answered by Dr. Thomas Campbell.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Samoan Villages Reduce Non-Communicable Disease through WFPB Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/samoan-villages-reduce-non-communicable-disease-through-wfpb-diet/ Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:15:00 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37105 Learn how WFPB nutrition has achieved remarkable reversal rates of up to 93% for non-communicable diseases like type 2 diabetes in Samoan villages.

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Written by Walter Vermeulen, MD, MS.

]]> Plant-Based Nutrition Saved His Life. Now, His Support Group Helps Thousands https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-nutrition-saved-his-life-now-his-support-group-helps-thousands/ Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:00:42 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37015 PBNSG is the largest whole food, plant-based support group in the world. Read about what they do, and their new, exciting education initiatives.

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Written by Paul Chatlin and Marion Treece.

]]> A Modified Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet Was Necessary to Manage My Rheumatoid Arthritis https://nutritionstudies.org/a-modified-whole-food-plant-based-diet-was-necessary-to-manage-my-rheumatoid-arthritis/ Wed, 26 May 2021 13:18:27 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36827 A whole food, plant-based diet is a wonderful treatment for many diseases, but it’s not always a silver bullet cure-all. Jill Edwards offers her experience with a modified WFPB diet that worked for her, after some help from a rheumatologist and some trial and error.

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Written by Jill Edwards, MS, CEP.

]]> FamilyCook Productions Changes Eating Behavior and Lifestyle https://nutritionstudies.org/familycook-productions-changes-eating-behavior-and-lifestyle/ Fri, 21 May 2021 13:00:44 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36719 For decades, our award-winning nutrition education curriculum has influenced hundreds of thousands of Americans of all ages and backgrounds.

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Written by Lynn Fredericks.

]]> How to Teach Children Plant-Based Cooking Skills https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-teach-children-plant-based-cooking-skills/ Thu, 20 May 2021 13:00:58 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36710 Teaching your children cooking skills requires a little extra effort and patience, but the benefits are manifold and long term: they will be willing to try more foods, they will eat healthier as children and into adulthood, they will feel like they are positively contributing to the household, and you make memories together that will last a lifetime.

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Written by Ana Gray.

]]> Wellness House Nutrition Programs Encourage Plant-Based Eating for Cancer Patients https://nutritionstudies.org/wellness-house-nutrition-programs-encourage-plant-based-eating-for-cancer-patients/ Sat, 08 May 2021 13:00:47 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36525 Wellness House bridges the gap between surviving a cancer diagnosis and thriving, including through their plant-based nutrition programs.

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Written by Angela Dennison, RD, LDN.

]]> Got Joint Pain? An Anti-Inflammatory Diet May Be the Key to Your Relief https://nutritionstudies.org/got-joint-pain-an-anti-inflammatory-diet-may-be-the-key-to-your-relief/ Thu, 06 May 2021 16:35:51 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36503 A lot of people are living with joint pain, and many of them don’t need to be. While physical therapy is the standard of care, some thoughtful changes to your diet can have a notable impact.

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Written by Kathy Meldrum, MSPT.

]]> Culture Change through Accessible WFPB Program https://nutritionstudies.org/culture-change-through-accessible-wfpb-program/ Fri, 30 Apr 2021 13:20:20 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36350 The following is an article from a Community Grant recipient. To hear more from Dr. Ted Barnett, register for the Plant Forward Virtual Workshop Series. During my years as a physician, I have observed a society that has become sicker and sicker despite steady improvements to technology and increased medical expenditures. Fairly early on in … Continued

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Written by Ted D. Barnett, MD.

]]> Plant-Based Utah Program Promotes Access to Healthy Food https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-utah-program-promotes-access-to-healthy-food/ Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:07:28 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36176 Plant Based Utah turned their attention toward food access in 2020 during the pandemic. Now, they’re incorporating sustainable food production.

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Written by Chandler Rosenberg.

]]> Rodale Institute Brings Organic Food to Mobile Farmers Market https://nutritionstudies.org/rodale-institute-brings-organic-food-to-mobile-farmers-market/ Sat, 24 Apr 2021 13:00:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36126 Through decades of research, farmer training, and new, innovative food access programs, the Rodale Institute champions regenerative organic agriculture.

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Written by Jesse Barrett.

]]> “Doctors for Nutrition” Webinars Reinforce Benefits of Plant-Based Diets https://nutritionstudies.org/doctors-for-nutrition-webinars-reinforce-benefits-of-plant-based-diets/ Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:01:38 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35609 Doctors For Nutrition provide engaging online and in-person plant-forward nutrition resources and education for healthcare professionals and students.

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Written by Hannah O'Malley.

]]> St. Luke’s University Health Network CSA Feeds Families & Employs Farmers https://nutritionstudies.org/st-lukes-university-grows-csa-to-feed-families-employ-farmers/ Mon, 12 Apr 2021 13:00:14 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35393 The community supported agriculture program at St. Luke’s University Health Network shows that improving access to healthy foods improves health.

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Written by SLUHN Employee Wellness Team.

]]> Farm to Pantry Program Delivers Local Organic Food to Low-Income Communities https://nutritionstudies.org/farm-to-pantry-program-delivers-local-organic-food-to-low-income-communities/ Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:00:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35376 This Farm to Food Pantry program brings fresh produce from environmentally-conscious local producers to low-income members of the Illinois community.

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Written by Cindy Tegtmeyer.

]]> Farm to Fork Program Creates Lifelong Healthy Eating https://nutritionstudies.org/farm-to-fork-program-creates-lifelong-healthy-eating/ Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:00:09 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35221 Crossroads Community Food Network’s “Healthy Eating” Program encourages participants to see themselves as change agents in their local food system.

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Written by Janet Rumble.

]]> Plant-Based Eating Program Benefits Nigerians Through Community Outreach https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-eating-program-benefits-nigerians-through-community-outreach/ Mon, 29 Mar 2021 19:46:06 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=35238 SOBNUTRITION is a Nigerian organization that helps people become more attuned to inner health by changing nutrition and lifestyle habits.

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Written by Simbiat Oladoja.

]]> What If Doctors Were Paid to Keep People Well? https://nutritionstudies.org/what-if-doctors-were-paid-to-keep-people-well/ Mon, 01 Mar 2021 20:41:50 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=34335 Promoting and managing disease is big business. What if our healthcare system instead placed people over profits?

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Written by Mike McGowan, MS.

]]> 3 Missteps in the 2020-2025 USDA Dietary Guidelines https://nutritionstudies.org/3-missteps-in-the-2020-2025-usda-dietary-guidelines/ Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:26:48 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=34363 From added sugar to alcohol and saturated fat, the latest edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans fails to provide the best recommendations for human and societal health.

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Written by Isabel Lu.

]]> 4 Reasons Why Superfoods Can Be Dangerous https://nutritionstudies.org/reasons-why-superfoods-can-be-dangerous/ Fri, 29 Jan 2021 19:35:33 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=33941 The concept of “superfoods” is an old one, but it has become even more popular as sections of society have become more health conscious and desperate to combat chronic lifestyle-related diseases. Unfortunately, this focus on individual foods has downsides, even in the case of legitimately healthful foods.

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

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