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What if one of the simplest ways to support your health and the health of the planet started with what food you put on your plate? From “meatless” meat to all-vegan restaurants to flexitarian diets, plant-based eating is becoming increasingly visible in our grocery stores, restaurants, and kitchens around the world. While there are many interpretations of what a plant-based diet is, a plant-based diet centers on fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts, and seeds, while reducing or eliminating meat, fish, dairy, and other animal products. But why should you make the switch to plant-centered plates? A growing body of research points to significant health benefits including improving cholesterol levels, supporting heart and gut health, and reducing the risk of certain chronic diseases. And the benefits extend beyond your own health; shifting towards more plant-based foods can also reduce the environmental pressures associated with how our food is produced. Every meal is an opportunity to put more plants at the center of your plate. And the benefits that plant-centered plates serve up to our health and to the environment may make you crave a diet change. Food For Your Health The health benefits of eating plant-forward can be significant...

Every year, "best diet" lists rank eating patterns based on nutrition, health outcomes, sustainability, and other factors. But what can these rankings actually teach us about healthy eating? In this ...

The term “flexitarian” has grown in popularity over the past two decades, reflecting a moderate path to sustainable eating. But what does it actually mean, and who really counts as a flexitarian?