Courtney Davison

The right book at the right time can change your life. We asked plant-based experts to share books that have left a lasting impression on them—from groundbreaking guides to innovative cookbooks, inspiring memoirs, and more. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to reinvigorate your plant-based journey, these titles offer knowledge, encouragement, and a fresh […]

Tempeh is a soybean-based food that originated centuries ago in Indonesia. It’s popular among plant-based eaters, as its texture makes it a good substitute for meat in many dishes.  Tempeh vs. Tofu Tofu and tempeh are both made with soybeans, using different processes. Tofu is made of coagulated soy milk, with a curdling process similar to […]

For nearly a decade, Brandi Doming built a devoted following in the vegan community by keeping things simple: Every recipe on her blog, The Vegan 8, featured just eight ingredients or fewer (not counting salt, pepper, or water). A few years ago, when Doming decided to move beyond that limit, she worried that her audience […]

Inflammation is at the root of many chronic diseases, from heart disease and Type 2 diabetes to autoimmune disorders, and it can even contribute to certain types of cancer. Yet, despite its profound impact on health, inflammation remains widely misunderstood. Shilpa Ravella, M.D., a gastroenterologist and author of A Silent Fire, is working to change […]

What Is Diabetes? Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, is a group of chronic conditions in which the body is unable to efficiently convert food into energy.  When we eat, our body breaks food down into glucose (sugar), which is released into our bloodstream to be absorbed by cells as needed. Insulin, a hormone secreted by the […]

Comida Casera, the new cookbook from Dora’s Table creator Dora Ramírez, is more than just a collection of recipes. It’s a love letter to Mexican food culture, paying tribute to its depth, diversity—and its plant-based possibilities. “Here in the United States we have very limited knowledge of Mexican cuisine,” says Ramírez. “Usually people just think […]

“I could never give up dairy.” It’s the refrain of countless people when faced with the idea of a plant-based lifestyle. Le Cordon Bleu–trained chef Bailey Ruskus was firmly in this camp—until debilitating endometriosis symptoms forced her to reconsider. “I spent 16 years in chronic pain,” says Ruskus, known as Chef Bai to her clients […]

Jenné Claiborne was 8 years old when she cooked her first meal (Szechuan chicken), and she’s rarely put down the spatula since. Her plant-based journey began in 2011, when the Atlanta native embraced veganism and started sharing vibrant, inventive recipes on her Sweet Potato Soul YouTube channel. While living in New York City, she became […]

If you’ve been a Forks Over Knives reader for some time, you may already know Anthony Masiello’s remarkable story. Once weighing over 360 pounds and struggling with multiple health issues, this young father of two transformed his life by adopting a whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) diet. He lost 160 pounds, reversed chronic health conditions, and gained […]

Ironman triathlete, animal rights activist, and entrepreneur Dom Thompson has never been one to sit still. After his release from prison more than two decades ago, while still under house arrest, he began working at a health care company. There, he rose to the executive level and saved up enough money to launch his own […]

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re looking back at the incredible whole-food, plant-based success stories that we had the privilege of publishing this year. These firsthand testimonials showcase how real people have reclaimed their health—and their lives—through the transformative power of plants, from reversing life-threatening heart disease and managing autoimmune symptoms to shedding hundreds […]

Hosting a dinner party can be daunting—especially when the guest list includes a mix of plant-based and non-plant-based eaters. Enter Jackie Akerberg, the creative force behind The Clean Vegan Cookbook and the popular blog Jackfruitful. Inspired by her mother’s knack for hosting, Akerberg has mastered the art of stress-free gatherings that bring everyone together—no matter […]