By Sara How do you know if you would benefit from a plant-based transition coach? Have you ever thought that you may want to try a plant-based diet to see what it’s all about? Did you decide it wasn’t for you after becoming overwhelmed with what some of the new and different foods were, nonetheless where to actually find these in the store? I’ve totally been there! It can be a big change, but the beauty of it is that you don’t have to do it all at once. Going at your own pace is important so that you can make sustainable changes. Elite athletes and celebrities have coaches. Sometimes the ..read more

By Sara In the health and wellness world of 2022, there are SO many health trends out there. So how do you go about deciding which ones you want to add to your life for health promotion? Should you try whatever is uber-popular and high demand at the moment? Or should you try the trends that have been around and stood the test of time? Personally, I am all about hopping on health trends that are effective enough to last a very long time. Unfortunately, the power that simple lifestyle changes can have over so many different medical conditions is one of the best-kept secrets in health care ..read more

By Sara Plant-based Chilaquiles are a great way to use up some stale bags of tortilla chips and make a fantastic meal, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This is normally a savory breakfast in Mexico, but this traditional Mexican dish is versatile enough to be able to serve it anytime. Don’t let the idea of softened tortilla chips turn up your nose– this recipe is a winner! By using mostly whole foods, you will be increasing the nutrition as well, over the traditional recipe. And this vegan version is tasty too. I don’t think you’ll miss the chicken. Made without oil, it has fewer ..read more

By Sara Do you love pozole, but yearn for a whole food plant-based pozole rojo recipe? What is Pozole? Pozole is a traditional soup in Mexican cuisine, normally served on New Year’s Eve or for special occasions. Most of the ingredients are easily found in your local grocery store, some will be found in the ethnic foods aisle. Traditional pozole normally contains pork, but we don’t need or want that! So, today I am replacing the meat that is typically included with beans, and adding more vegetables to make it more filling (and more delicious)! So gather the ingredients, and once done, gat ..read more

By Sara Have you just watched a documentary and now want to eat a whole-food, plant-based diet, but are unsure how to start? One of the things that you can do is a pantry makeover. Yup, taking that Standard American Diet pantry to an upgraded plant-based pantry can help you to stay the course, with ease. “Invest in yourself by eating whole, unprocessed foods.” Out with the Old: The first step- sort your current kitchen pantry items into a couple of piles: Opened food that is plant-based, sealed food that is plant-based, open food that is not plant based, and sealed food that is not pl ..read more

By Sara Today we are bringing you a plant-based parmesan recipe, perfect for a romantic Valentine’s date at home accoutrement. A Valentine’s Day menu can be tricky to navigate when excluding animal products, but don’t throw in the towel yet! We’ve gathered a delicious menu for you to whip up for a decadent but healthful February 14th that’ll leave you both satisfied and feeling great! I don’t know about you, but the most romantic menu in my mind consists of simple Italian food. Did growing up watching Lady and the Tramp go out for a shared bowl of spaghetti have a little to do with this ..read more

By Sara Looking for some time-saving cooking tips? Stick with me and you’ll hopefully find some ideas! Saving time is a premium ask these days, especially when it comes to time spent in the kitchen. Eating a plant-based diet takes less time than eating a standard American diet. There are many reasons I believe this is true, with one of the most obvious being that you needn’t sanitize the kitchen quite as frequently, as you do when eating meat, to prevent food-borne illnesses. Granted, I still like to wipe my kitchen down each week prior to starting my meal prep as well as once I’ve finis ..read more

By Sara Plant-based spinach lasagna is near and dear to my heart.  Every year for my birthday growing up, when my Mom would ask me what I wanted for dinner, there was one answer. Spinach lasagna. My desire for this meal hasn’t disappeared since going vegan and then adopting a plant-based eating pattern. The cheesy delicious goodness, the sauce, noodles and loads of spinach make this my most favorite of comfort foods. This recipe isn’t full of the vegan cheese that you find in stores. Instead, I used a delicious tofu ricotta that is super simple to make using firm or extra firm tofu ..read more

By Sara Plant-based spinach lasagna is near and dear to my heart.  Every year for my birthday growing up, when my Mom would ask me what I wanted for dinner, there was one answer. Spinach lasagna. My desire for this meal hasn’t disappeared since going vegan and then adopting a plant-based eating pattern. The cheesy delicious goodness, the sauce, noodles and loads of spinach make this my most favorite of comfort foods. This recipe isn’t full of the vegan cheese that you find in stores. Instead, I used a delicious tofu ricotta that is super simple to make using firm or extra firm tofu ..read more

By Sara This post is not giving medical advice.  Please talk to your doctor before trying the 7-Day Plant-Fueled Challenge.  A whole food plant based eating pattern may result in quick improvements in health markers, and your medication doses may need adjustment as you go.  I want to make sure if you make this transition that you do so safely, above all. Are you struggling with a health condition and wondering what you can do to improve how you feel? Or are you just wanting to try a healthier lifestyle for a week to see what it’s like and how your body responds? You’re in ..read more