Plant Based Briefing

Causes, Prevention, and Treatment of Varicose Veins

Varicose veins and diet? Perhaps Ugandans had more than 50 times fewer varicose veins for the same reason they had 50 times less heart disease and …

Dairy: The Ultra-Processed Food Hiding In Plain Sight

“Some dairy products clearly fall into the ultra-processed category—spray cheese, whipped toppings, artificially flavored coffee creamers, and ic…

Is the Nova Score Accurate About Processed Vegan Protein? Part 2 of 2.

Many vegan proteins labeled as UPFs are not only nutritionally sound but also more sustainable than animal-based options. Listen…

Is the Nova Score Accurate About Processed Vegan Protein? 

Where do popular vegan protein sources rank on the Nova classification for ultra-processed foods? Listen to today’s episode written by Nicol…

Plant-Based Meats and Puberty, Obesity, and Fracture Risk

What are the effects of plant-based meats on premature puberty, childhood obesity, and hip fracture risk? Listen to today’s episode to find o…

Why Are Vegetarians So Much Nicer Than Vegans? Written by Clare Mann at VeganPsychologist.com.

“When someone has made a lot of effort to accommodate the vegan, why are so many vegans unhappy and won’…

Why Eating Local Isn’t a Climate Solution

Among the most popular bits of advice for those seeking to reduce their carbon footprint is to “eat local.” But unfortunately, eating local is not a climate …

Easiest-Ever Ways to Have a Beautiful, Wildlife-Friendly Yard

You can do loads of easy things to make your yard not only look great but also encourage some pretty visitors—such as birds, butterflies,…

Keep Animals Safe With These Natural, Harmless Alternatives to Pesticides

Pesticide-free gardening is great for the insects and mammals who call your yard their home, and it’s healthier for you, too.…

Apologies from the Whole Food Plant-Based Fringe Radicals

“On behalf of all radical Whole Food Plant Basers, I apologize. We are guilty of being preachy, self-righteous and overbearing in our quest t…

Mirepoix 101: The Flavor-Boosting Trio Every Cook Should Know

Mirepoix is an especially good thing to know about and use in a whole-food, plant-based kitchen because it adds depth and complexity to r…

7 Excuses People Give for Using Animals That Feel Straight Out of the 1950s

In a world that’s increasingly embracing compassion and sustainability, the reasons some people still give for exploiting a…

[Part 2] Sprouts: The Ultimate, Home-Grown, Nutrient-Packed Food

In the second half of this episode learn about sprouts safety, how to grow and store them, and how to include them in your diet. 

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[Part 1] Sprouts: The Ultimate, Home-Grown, Nutrient-Packed Food

When it comes to growing your own food, it’s hard to find anything easier, quicker, or more nutritious than sprouts. If you’re thinkin…

V for Vegan: Mantra for Sustainability

The conventional theory of change is that in order for the Vegan movement to grow, the Out Vegans must reach out to the Closeted Vegans and convince them throug…

The Role Meat May Play in Triggering Parkinson’s Disease 

What does the gut have to do with developing Parkinson’s disease? Check out today’s episode to find out more. Written by Dr. Michael Greger a…

New Study Finds Vegan, Plant-Forward Diets May Help Prevent and Slow Parkinson’s

Emerging research suggests that plant-forward diets may help prevent Parkinson’s disease and slow its progression.

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How Is Natural Killer Cell Function Boosted by Forest Bathing? 

Visiting a forest can induce a significant increase in both the number and activity of natural killer cells, one of the ways our body f…

Blocking the Cancer Metastasis Enzyme MMP-9 with Beans and Chickpeas 

A type of saturated fat concentrated in meat and dairy seems to cause cancer to metastasize. Check out today’s episode to find ou…

What Causes Cancer to Metastasize and How to Potentially Help Control it with Diet

A type of saturated fat concentrated in meat and dairy seems to cause cancer to metastasize. Check out today’s episo…