How to Eat Plant-Based

Creating your own grain bowl at home will not only enhance your culinary skills but also allow you to create a highly nutritious and well-balanced meal that’s adaptable to any cuisine. Get tips on how to make a grain bowl from Food Revolution Network’s lead dietitian and recipe developer, Nichole Dandrea-Russert, RDN. Follow along with the video below!

Arugula is a sharp, slightly bitter leafy green that has a long and honored history in Mediterranean cuisine. A truly versatile vegetable, it’s great both raw and cooked, and offers significant health benefits either way. So where and when can you find arugula? How can you tell when it’s at its peak? And what dishes are enhanced by this peppery green?

Embarking on the journey through menopause and perimenopause can often feel like navigating uncharted waters, with many women feeling unprepared for the physical and emotional shifts that accompany these totally normal life stages. Despite its universal nature, there's a startling lack of comprehensive education on menopause, even within the medical community. Fortunately, one of the keys to a smoother transition may lie in our diet and lifestyle choices. Discover how certain foods can naturally boost estrogen and progesterone levels, helping to balance hormones and alleviate symptoms during this significant life transition.

Dairy milk consumption is at an all-time low, and the market for nondairy milk is rapidly expanding, offering an unprecedented variety of options. So, if you want moo-free milk, what should you keep in mind? And, which milk alternatives are best, considering flavor, uses, and environmental impact?

Garlic is so good for health, I’d probably eat it even if it didn’t taste great. But it tastes so amazing, I’d probably cook with it even if it weren’t that healthy. Fortunately, garlic checks both boxes like a champ. Find out about different types of garlic, and discover the many ways to add garlic to your daily menu.

Making restaurant-worthy, plant-based Thai dishes in your own kitchen may seem like an impossible feat. But with a little understanding of common ingredients, you’ll be singing “Aroi!” (meaning delicious) from the rooftops in no time. In this article, you’ll discover what makes Thai food both unique and accessible, common ingredients used in Thai cooking, and which Thai dishes are easily turned vegan. You’ll also leave with seven fabulous recipes to turn your kitchen into a plant-based Thai haven.

Nuts have been an important food source for humans for thousands of years. But are nuts healthy? Are some nuts better for you than others? And are there any downsides to consuming them? Discover what you need to know about including nuts in your diet.

Interest in plant-based eating has skyrocketed. Restaurant chains are adding plant-based menu items. Supermarkets increasingly feature plant-based alternatives, often right next to meat and dairy. And eating well starts at home — with the food you make yourself. Good recipes can make all the difference! Here are some of our favorite plant-powered cookbooks.

More and more people are finding out how powerful food can be as a way to optimize health and contribute to a healthier world. In 2023, the Food Revolution Network both benefited from and contributed to this emerging zeitgeist. Here are some of the ways we made an impact in 2023.

Turmeric is trending, thanks to its amazing nutritional benefits and its bold flavor and color. You may have enjoyed it in golden milk or as part of a curry, but what are other ways to get this wonderful spice into your life? And does it matter if it’s fresh or dried? Here’s what you need to know to incorporate the “golden spice” into your cooking.

From their early days of cultivation to their status as a food of the gods in ancient Rome, walnuts have long provided top-notch nutrition and unmatched flavor. In this article, we dive into the world of walnuts, including the different types, how to store and toast them, and how to include them in both sweet and savory dishes.

Your favorite fruits and vegetables get their color and much of their health-boosting power from compounds called polyphenols. One of the most abundant and best-studied of these compounds is quercetin. Known for its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, quercetin may help with heart, brain, and gut health. But where can you find quercetin in food? And are food sources enough, or should you be supplementing?