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

There can be significant variation in the nutrient content of a single type of food depending on how and when it is produced, soil conditions, and other factors. The bioavailability, in turn, will depend on many factors, especially the body’s needs at the time of ingestion. That being said, it can be instructive to compare … Continued

One of the core tenets of industrial agriculture is that we can dominate nature, bending natural processes to fit our will and design. But what are the consequences?

What does the science of longevity suggest about our food choices? In the following short video, Michael Hollie, MD, discusses the effect of calorie restriction— specifically restricting calories from animal protein—on the mechanisms of aging. (To learn more about longevity, read Dr. Hollie’s article from 2022.) This evidence raises many questions about the standard American, … Continued

What is willpower, how does it work, and what role does it play in achieving our goals?

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.

Medication is the gold standard for treating MS, but should it be? One woman shares her story of reading two life-changing books and how a whole food, plant-based diet, rooted in science, helped treat her MS better than any medications ever did.

This chia seed bowl is great in the morning or as a snack! Feel free to replace the strawberries with any of your favorite berries.

Nothing beats a warm cup of plant-based milk in the morning! I use my 3-ingredient nut milk recipe as a base for anything from oatmeal to a turmeric latte.