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From 225 and Sick to 160 and Well … Effortlessly!
Forks Over Knives has completely changed my life! I have been overweight with high blood pressure (190/100) and high cholesterol since high…
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Burritos with Spanish Rice and Black Beans
About once a week, my family eats burritos for dinner. This recipe makes a great burrito filling or side dish and doesn’t…
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Plant-Powered Athlete Josh Garrett Attempts Pacific Crest Trail Speed Record
On June 10, vegan athlete Josh Garrett set out to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, a grueling 2,655-mile journey from Mexico to…
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Forks Over Knives Changed My Health and How I Treat My Patients
The discovery of whole-food, plant-based eating has transformed the way I think about health, both personally and professionally, all thanks to Forks…
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From Misguided Food Addict to Health Coach
In January of 2009, at the age of 32, I weighed 400 lbs. — a result of years of addictive eating, fueled…
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Dropping Weight and Feeling Great!
Thanks to discovering Forks Over Knives and The Engine 2 Diet, I have dropped 12 pounds in ten weeks, and my cholesterol…
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Who Should Take Cholesterol-lowering Statins? Everyone or No One?
Should cholesterol-lowering statins be added to our drinking water in order to prevent atherosclerosis, like fluoride is added to prevent tooth decay?…
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Whole-Food Plant-Based Diet for Life
In February of 2012 I was morbidly obese, weighing in at 370 pounds. At 25 years old, I was already experiencing chest pains…
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The Myth of Complementary Protein
Recently, I was teaching a nutrition class and describing the adequacy of plant-based diets to meet human nutritional needs. A woman raised…
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Freshwater Abuse and Loss: Where Is It All Going?
Along with climate change, perhaps the most pressing concern we have regarding sustaining our lives, and future life on earth, is our…
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Angelina Jolie’s Double Mastectomy—People Are Desperate for Change
I have no intention of criticizing the famous actress, Angelina Jolie, for her decision to have both breasts removed in an effort…
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My First 50-Mile Ultra-Marathon Was a Success
On race day for the 50-mile Mt. Si Ultra, I woke up at 4 a.m. and began getting ready. I ate a…