This chocolate banana sweet potato pudding is thick, rich and creamy without any of the typical ingredients you might use to get it there. It can also be made in such a short period of time without the stovetop, and relatively inexpensive ingredients. How? Sweet potatoes! Bananas and sweet potatoes contribute to the lovely soft […]
What the Health (2017 documentary)
WHAT THE HEALTH from AUM Films & Media on Vimeo. What the Health The team who brought you Cowspiracy, Kip Andersen and Keegan Kuhn, are back with a new film called What the Health. In this new documentary, we get to follow Kip Andersen as he looks into how we can prevent and reverse chronic […]
McDougall Advanced Study Weekend Articles
NOTE: This page is being updated as I finish cleaning up the notes and adding links. I have about 10 or so sessions in total, so follow this page/site in order to be notified when new sessions are added. Thanks! The following articles are my notes from the McDougall Program Advanced Study Weekend. The weekend […]
We are switching specifically to a low fat plant based diet, no oil
I made the complete switch to a whole food plant based diet about a year ago, however I wasn’t specifically low fat until this weekend. We eat entirely plant based, relatively whole food, and not too much fat except special treats… but I can’t say I counted fat grams for many of the whole foods […]
Three sorghum trail mix snacks to share: Spicy, Citrusy, and Sweet (Vegan, Oil Free)
I wanted to make a few different types of trail mix for quite some time. I have a bunch of bags of nuts and seeds, and I’m moving internationally, this means it’s time to start moving through my pantry so I do not need to pack it all in boxes! The plan was to make […]
Vegan Golden Beet Spread: for sandwiches, or dipping veggies or flatbread
This middle eastern inspired golden beet spread is as delicious as it is healthy and pretty to serve. It would make a great addition to any party platter to dip vegetables or spread on pieces of toasted flatbread, and is versatile enough for adding to sandwiches too. The beets give the spread a nice sweet […]
Citrus orzo salad with chickpeas, cabbage, and tomatoes (Low fat, vegan, oil free)
This hearty orzo salad is bright and fresh with tangy citrus and fresh parsley mixed into healthy chickpeas, cabbage, and tomatoes. This recipe contains lots of healthy vegetables and can be served either as a side dish or a main dish. Because there are only two of us in our family, we usually have a […]
Healthy DIY ketchup: a basic condiment done better
You can make fresh ketchup using tomato paste and fresh tomatoes. This recipe creates a bright and flavorful ketchup, one of my favorite condiments. Because dates or stevia is used (your choice), it’s also free of processed/added sugar. When choosing your tomato paste, make sure you choose a brand that uses organic tomatoes, does not […]
Fat Sick & Nearly Dead (2010 & 2014 documentaries)
Fat Sick and Nearly Dead Fat Sick and Nearly Dead details the journey of documentarian Joe Cross. Joe Cross was sick with disease, and tried a 60 day juice fast to increase his nutrients and try and get well. This documentary has inspired many to try juice fasts in order to improve their various health […]
Creamy Ginger Vanilla Oatmeal: a filling vegan breakfast
This plant-based ginger vanilla oatmeal is a hearty breakfast that is filled with nutrients. You can even add your favorite nutrient-rich toppings to increase nutrition even more. Nut-based or your favorite plant-based milk makes this oatmeal creamy while keeping the recipe plant-based and vegan-friendly. Two of my favorite wintertime spices are used: ginger, and vanilla. […]
Vegan Documentary Guide
Learn about the plant-based diet and vegan-friendly living in these excellent documentaries. These documentaries detail how a plant based diet benefits your health, the environment/climate, and how to live a cruelty-free life. Scroll down for sections that contain documentaries about health and eating as well. Obviously there is a lot of cross over, so please […]
Video Recipes: Plant Based Recipes
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