New Netflix Docuseries ‘Secrets of the Blue Zones’ Reveals How to Live to 100
In the United States, the average life expectancy recently dropped to 76 years—the lowest it’s been in the past two decades. Extensive…
Why Are More Young People Getting Colon Cancer? Gastroenterologist Shilpa Ravella Explains
Colon cancer was once rare in people under 50, but over the past three decades, it’s become increasingly common. A 2017 study…
New Study Reveals Vegan Diets Generate 75% Less Greenhouse Gases Than Meat-Heavy Diets
In the most comprehensive analysis to date of dietary patterns and their climate impact, researchers have found that vegan diets create 75%…
Why You Probably Don’t Need a Probiotic Supplement
Of the trillions of microbes living in your gut, the majority are friendly, helping to absorb nutrients, optimize immune function, prevent disease,…
New Study Confirms Plant-Based Diet Can Promote Type 2 Diabetes Remission
Adopting a whole-food, plant-based diet can help people with Type 2 diabetes achieve remission or significantly decrease their reliance on medication, according…
Ultramarathon Champion Austin Meyer on Life as a Vegan Endurance Athlete
In the spring of 2023, Austin Meyer won his first ultramarathon—a grueling 100-kilometer trail race through the majestic landscape of Zion National…
What WFPB Pros Order When Dining Out, Plus Restaurant Recs
Eating whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) is easy when you’ve got a well-stocked fridge and pantry at your disposal, and finding vegan-friendly restaurants is…
6 Reasons Athletes Should Opt for Plant Protein Over Animal Protein
Editor’s Note: The following article is excerpted from Plant-Powered Protein by Brenda Davis, RD; Vesanto Melina, MS, RD; and Cory Davis, MBA…
New Study Finds a Simple Breathing Exercise May Help Decrease Alzheimer’s Risk
Can you breathe your way to a healthier brain? Researchers at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology have found intriguing new…
4 Drug-Free Ways to Fight Seasonal Allergies
With a 2022 study out of the University of Michigan showing that climate change is making allergy season start earlier and last…
New Research: Making Plant-Based Meals the Default in Dining Halls Can Help Meet Climate Goals
Presenting plant-based meals as the default option in university dining halls can reduce daily food-related greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 24%, finds…
Yoga for Sleep: Yoga Nidra 101 + Restorative Poses That Work
When you envision a soothing bedtime activity, yoga might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Images of handstands and…