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New Diabetes Study Underscores Benefits of Sticking to a Healthy Plant-Based Diet

People who stick to a plant-based diet have a 23 percent lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a report…

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Meet Dr. Kale: Plant-Strong Cardiologist Transforming His Hospital
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Look Inside this Plant-Strong Hospital and Meet the Cardiologist Who’s Leading the Charge (Video)

He’s the director of preventive cardiology at Montefiore Health System in Bronx, New York, and associate professor of medicine at Albert Einstein…

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Harlem Globetrotter Kris ‘Hi-Lite’ Bruton on Powering Up with a Plant-Based Diet

In 2017, Harlem Globetrotter Kris “Hi-Lite” Bruton, who’s known for his high-flying slam dunks and entertaining on-court antics, pledged his allegiance to…

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New Study: White Meat as Bad for Cholesterol as Red Meat; Plant-Based Diet Best for Health

New research challenges a commonly held assumption that those watching their cholesterol should opt for chicken. Consuming high quantities of meat—red or…

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New Studies: Highly Processed Foods Linked to Increased Disease and Mortality Risks

Ultra-processed foods aren’t just bad for your waistline; they may contribute to an increased risk of disease and mortality, according to two…

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A Look Inside Plant Based World: The First Vegan Trade Show in the U.S.

The Plant Based World Conference & Expo made its debut in New York City at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on…

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New York Moves to Guarantee Plant-Based Options at Hospitals Statewide

The New York State Legislature passed a bill last week that would ensure access to plant-based meals and snacks for hospital patients…

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Raw Power: Pro Surfer Tia Blanco on the Foods that Fuel Her

Pro surfer Tia Blanco shreds her competition. An International Surfing Association gold medalist, the 22-year-old is a champion of veganism, Instagramming veggie…

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New Study: Low-Fat Diet May Reduce Risk of Dying from Breast Cancer

Eating a low-fat diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may significantly increase a woman’s chance of breast cancer survival, according…

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Thanks, Mom: Readers Share How Moms Have Supported and Inspired Their Plant-Based Journeys

In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked Forks Over Knives readers how their moms have supported or inspired them on their plant-based…

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Plant-Based Diet vs. Vegan Diet: What’s the Difference?

The American diet is changing. More people than ever are questioning the wisdom of consuming large amounts of animal foods and are…

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New Study: Healthy Plant-Based Diets Associated with Significantly Lower Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease

Healthy plant-based diets may significantly reduce the risk of developing chronic kidney disease, according to a new study. “Plant-Based Diets and Incident…

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