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Emerging research is showing a connection between gut health and inflammation, including the inflammation that can lead to lifestyle diseases. Fermented foods that include probiotics, along with fiber from plant-based foods, can help to balance healthy bacteria in the gut. When you have a variety of high fiber, plant-based foods plus fermented foods that include probiotics (like miso!) your digestion improves and your risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes may decrease. Also, this sauce tastes pretty darn good on everything from grain bowls to salads to sandwiches, making it an easy way to get in a daily dose of probiotics.

How can something so simple be such an important part of a meal? You might find yourself not being able to live without these pickled onions once you start adding them to meals. They elevate any dish just the way they can elevate your mood. Onions are chock-full of prebiotics, a specific type of fiber that has been shown to foster gut health, which is linked to brain health and a better mood.

Crunchy snack-lovers, we get you and we got you. Transform soft raw almonds into crunchy snacking delights by roasting or, if you’re lucky enough to have a dehydrator, dehydrating them until crispy. Sesame seeds add even more fun crunch, as well as calcium, to an already calcium-rich (almonds!) snack.

If you’re new to making your own crackers, get ready to feel excited, accomplished and thrilled that 1. you (easily) made your very own crackers and 2. you have a tasty and crunchy snack for noshing throughout the week! If you’re a cracker-maker pro, we can’t wait to hear what you think about these Crispy Rosemary Cracker Thins. Share below!

This salad might set the bar, with its flavor bursts and nutrient density. Shiitake bacon is bursting with flavor and complements the kale and edamame perfectly for a light meal. Not to mention they all bring plant-powered nutrients that are healing and nourishing. Make it even more complete and satisfying by adding a scoop of whole grains.

This nutritious and flavorful sauce can easily elevate any Southwest-inspired meal, soup or bowl. Not to mention, it only takes ten minutes to prepare!

The classic Club Sandwich gets a plant-based makeover — and we think you’ll like this one better! Coconut bacon gives the traditional flavor you love without unwanted environmental and health impacts, while the nutrition in the sweet potatoes, hummus, tomato and whole grain bread gives this sandwich its nutrient-power. Sandwiches that taste delicious and offer a ton of nutritional value? Sign us up!

Irresistible umami flavor, great texture and absolutely scrumptious — that describes these unbelievably delicious burgers. Plus, they’re mega-nutritious with the mushrooms, pecans, miso, oats, and garlic. Make extra and store them in the freezer so you have them for weeks to come!

This soup has bold, vibrant flavors and is very satisfying without being heavy like traditional chili. The whole cumin seeds are what makes this nutritious soup distinctly different from other bean soups, giving it a little pop of flavor and even more nutrition with its antioxidants!

Who says pumpkin is only for the fall? Easy to make, healthy, and scrumptious... you just might find yourself making this pumpkin pudding year-round!