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The basics about me: I love to eat, love to cook, and love to learn. I created this website because I want to share what I’ve learned about plant-based nutrition, health, and wellness with as many people as possible. My hope is that the information and recipes I provide help you and your family become happier and healthier through the power of plants.
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Bowl of Healthy Chocolate Mousse topped with shredded coconut on a marble countertop

Healthy Chocolate Mousse

This Healthy Chocolate Mousse is rich, chocolaty, sweet, and indulgent. It's also easy, healthy, and nutritious. Made with just a few whole food ingredients, this dessert is naturally sweetened and perfect for your next sugar craving!
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Best Gifts for Vegans: Healthy Foodie Gift Guide

This is a compilation of the best gifts for vegans this year. Though that is certainly not all it is! This list of ideas is perfect for any foodies, kitchen gadget lovers, vegetarians, nutrition nerds, home chefs, and healthy eaters in your life.
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Bowl of crispy tofu crumbles with avocado and tortillas on the side

Crispy Vegan Tofu Crumbles

These are the tofu crumbles you never knew you needed! These tofu "meat" crumbles are easy, delicious, oil-free, and infinitely versatile. They're crispy, full of flavor and umami, and will help you replace ground meat in your diet. If you're transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle, these crumbles will help you stick to your plan!
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Vegan mushroom barley soup with spoon

Vegan Mushroom Barley Soup

This Vegan Mushroom Barley Soup is easy, warm, and so comforting. With chunky vegetables, hearty barley, and "meaty" mushrooms, this Instant Pot soup is perfect for chilly evenings spent indoors when the weather turns cold and dreary. Serve this healthy stew with warm bread for a perfect one-pot dinner that seriously satisfies.
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Bowl full of pumpkin energy balls covered in different healthy toppings

Pumpkin Energy Balls

These no-bake pumpkin energy balls have no sugar, lots of spice, and everything nice! They are sweet (without being too sweet), easy to make, extra healthy, and delicious. With built-in portion control, they are (obviously) the perfect healthy dessert to keep in your fridge at all times.
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Full bowl of Instant Pot Barley with a wooden spoon and napkin

Instant Pot Barley

Healthy, whole-grain barley made in an Instant Pot. Made with just barley, water, and a few spices, this is a staple recipe that just keeps on giving. Perfect for meal prep, batch cooking, and quarantining at home! Take 5 minutes today to set your week up for success!
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