Forks Over Knives

Black Bean Burgers

By Katelin Mae | Posted on June 14, 2013

This Mexican inspired burger is a delicious and healthy alternative to greasy beef burgers. Use your favorite salsa or you could also replace salsa with ketchup. If you enjoy the hotness, feel free to add …

Who Should Take Cholesterol-lowering Statins? Everyone or No One?

By John McDougall, M.D. | Posted on June 10, 2013

Should cholesterol-lowering statins be added to our drinking water in order to prevent atherosclerosis, like fluoride is added to prevent tooth decay? Some medical doctors and scientists have recommended this public health measure because heart …

Spring Rolls

By Lindsay S. Nixon | Posted on June 6, 2013

Spring rolls are a popular appetizer in several Asian cuisines: Taiwanese, Chinese, Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese, just to name a few. The fillings often vary with the seasons, which is why you might see them …

Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet for Life

By Travis Goodrich | Posted on June 4, 2013

In February of 2012 I was morbidly obese, weighing in at 370 pounds. At 25 years old I was already experiencing chest pains and high blood pressure and showing signs of diabetes. I decided I needed …

The Myth of Complementary Protein

By Jeff Novick, M.S., R.D. | Posted on June 3, 2013

Recently, I was teaching a nutrition class and describing the adequacy of plant-based diets to meet human nutritional needs. A woman raised her hand and stated, “I’ve read that because plant foods don’t contain all …

White Bean Hummus with Fresh Thyme and Basil

The fresh thyme and basil add a fresh and vibrant taste to this hummus. The pureed cannellini beans are creamy white, which together with the green flecks from the fresh herbs, make this hummus pretty …

Sloppy Lentil Joes

By Heather McDougall | Posted on May 22, 2013

This is a quick and easy meal that also reheats well for lunch the next day or two. Serve this stuffed into a whole-grain bun and eat with your hands, or ladle it over the …