Vegan

Labels, love ‘em or dislike them–I am proud to call myself plant-based, a.k.a vegan. I don’t eat animal products, nor “processed” foods (I put processed in quotes because it’s a broad term). My household pantry is filled with whole foods like: nuts, seeds and grains. My refrigerator is stocked with fruits, veggies and lots of […]

Plant-based doesn’t mean you’re limited to salads and fruit bowls. If you’re hoping to make a switch in your eating habits, we put together a guide to plant-based diets for beginners (including dietitian-approved recipe ideas). Food trends are constantly changing, but one in particular has stood the test of time: plant-based eating. Some research finds […]

This delicious, easy recipe for avocado gazpacho comes from celebrity chef Mychael Chang. Better yet, the ingredients pack major benefits for your skin and greater health. Traditional tomato gazpachos are always a great cooling, healthy dish—but there’s more to cold soups than just tomatoes. Enter: a gazpacho soup that uses a surprising combination of avocado […]

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Alex Caspero, MA, RD, discusses the benefits of a plant-based diet for humans and the environment alike. Chances are you’ve probably heard that plant-based diets are not only incredible for human health, but also good for the planet. Indeed, scientific research supports these claims. In 2019, a non-partisan non-profit called EAT collaborated with a peer-reviewed […]

Meet your newest allies against stress: Calm Sweet Calm™ ashwagandha gummies. Do you struggle to keep up with the demands of daily life? Are worrisome thoughts constantly on loop in your mind? Fortunately, natural supplements for stress can help. Maryam Tantawy, HUM’s Director of Product Marketing and Innovation, walks us through the formulation and benefits […]

Looking for cozy comfort food that’s good for both you and the planet? Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, has a chickpea noodle soup recipe that’s a plant-based take on classic chicken noodle. This vegan noodle soup ticks all the boxes when it comes to the flavor and comfort of classic chicken noodle soup—all the while being […]

Miriam Jacobson, MS, RD, CNS, shares a vegan butternut squash soup recipe that’ll promote good health and delight your tastebuds all winter long. Like most winter squashes, butternut squash is very healthy for you and a great addition to your winter meal plan. Here’s how to make vegan butternut squash soup to stay warm and […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, explains the benefits of vitamin D and reveals if it exists in vegan form. Plus: She walks us through how to choose the best vegan vitamin D supplement. Vitamin D has so many benefits: from improving mood to supporting your immune system to balancing hormones. But this vitamin can be tricky […]

Is subsisting on a vegan diet with zero processed foods or ingredients really worth it? After 30 days, here are my whole-foods, plant-based diet results. Plus, some tips and resources for anyone brave enough to attempt it. First, what is a whole-foods, plant-based diet? A whole-foods, plant-based diet is one that focuses on minimally-processed plant […]

Want to transition to a whole-foods, plant-based diet, but not sure what your daily options look like? To inspire your inner chef, here’s a look at a sample menu of what I eat in a day on a WFPB diet. My WFPB Diet Guidelines Overall, my whole-foods, plant-based diet challenge focused on following a vegan […]

Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, puts five plant-based diet myths to rest. Have you thought about adopting a whole-food plant-based diet, only to reconsider after hearing you wouldn’t get enough protein? This misconception is only one of the many about plant-based diets. With so much misinformation out there, it’s easy to shy away from this healthy […]