Photo courtesy of pixabay. Oftentimes we think that less salt equals less flavor. With the right seasonings, however, it’s actually possible to increase flavor without salt. Before adding salt to your meal, try some of these flavor-enhancing, salt substitutes. Vinegar: Photo courtesy of pixabay. Not only can vinegar be a salt substitute, butRead more
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Did you know that the average American only gets about 5,000 steps per day? This is the equivalent of 2.5 miles. A minimum of 10,000 steps is the recommended amount of activity, for maintaining physical and mental well-being. Ten thousand steps is the recommendation because, unless you have a very active profession, you most likelyRead more
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CSA stands for “community supported agriculture,” and these programs are a perfect way to support your local farmers and develop a direct connection to your food source. When you join a CSA, you’re purchasing a “share” of produce. This means that you’ll receive a set amount of produce periodically (usually weekly), but the type ofRead more
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Marianne Shalewa has been planning this trip for the past three years, and after meeting her boyfriend, Matt, two years ago, they decided to embark on the adventure together. After all of the planning, the adventure is finally happening in June! They will cycle from Tofino, British Columbia, to St. John’s, Newfoundland. In general,Read more
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Photo courtesy of Pixabay. Treat the Mom in your life this Mother’s Day with a treat from The PlantPure Nation Cookbook! Visit the following links for the full recipe at PlantPureNation.com. Pineapple Coconut Smoothie Colin’s Blueberry Muffins Cranberry Orange Scones Sesame Lettuce Noodle Wraps
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Check out these resources to find a plant-based-friendly physician in your area.
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With limited healthy options in school cafeterias, packing a plant-based lunch is your best option, but it may seem time-consuming and stressful. Follow some of these ideas and tips to make lunch-packing an easy part of your routine. 1.) Keep it simple. Dreena Burton’s Guide for Plant-Based Lunchboxes emphasizes the importance of sticking with thingsRead more
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Jumpstart meals provide a great base meal, but supplementing them with leafy greens, salads, and other vegetables can help keep you full, and makes the meals more satisfying and nutritious overall. Try some of these quick, easy, and budget-friendly ideas for supplementation: 1. Try blanching collard greens, kale, or turnip greens and making mini wraps.Read more
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Photo Courtesy of Pixels. Join us for the launch of PlantPure Radio (www.plantpureradio.com) this Thursday, April 28, at 12 p.m. EST. PlantPure Radio will be hosted by Lee Fulkerson, writer and director of Forks Over Knives, and co-writer of PlantPure Nation. Lee will launch the first episode of his broadcast, “Conversations with LeeRead more
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Gluten-free options for gluten sensitivity and gluten intolerance have become increasingly available within the past few years. This increase in gluten-free options has also created the notion that, ideally, we’re all better off avoiding gluten. The reality isn’t so simple though. Most of the gluten-free products on the market are processed. Breads, wraps,Read more
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