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Elizabeth Turner

Elizabeth Turner

Elizabeth Turner is the editor in chief of Forks Over Knives. A longtime writer and editor specializing in health, nutrition, and plant-based cooking, she spent seven years as the editor in chief of Vegetarian Times magazine before joining Forks Over Knives. Her work has appeared in Prevention, Shape, Glamour, and Natural Health magazines. Outside the Forks Over Knives office, she can be found shopping Los Angeles-area farmers’ markets for really good fruit, and in her own kitchen, experimenting with plant-based recipes. Find her on LinkedIn.

All Contributions from Elizabeth Turner (8)

  • Someone pouring olive oil into a spoon over a bowl of salad

    Should We Avoid Oils for Optimal Health? Here’s Where Top WFPB Experts Stand on the Great Oil Debate

    Is olive oil a wholesome kitchen staple, a dietary landmine, or something in between? The answer depends on who you ask. Since the debut of the Forks Over Knives film in 2011, FOK has followed and shared the advice of whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) pioneers who’ve long counseled heart disease patients to steer clear of all […]
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  • Young woman in profile shopping for olive oils at a grocery store, looking unsure

    Introducing Forks Flex Recipes: Why Some Forks Over Knives Recipes Now Include Optional Oil

    Since our founding in 2011, Forks Over Knives has followed the guidance of whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) pioneers Caldwell B. Esselstyn, M.D.; T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D.; and Dean Ornish, M.D., who advise heart disease patients to avoid all added oils, even olive oil, because they are highly refined, calorie-dense, and stripped of most nutrients other than […]
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  • Items in a healthy plant-based pantry, including dried whole wheat pasta and whole wheat flour in clear containers

    How to Give Your Kitchen a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Makeover

    For most people, going whole-food, plant-based doesn’t require a complete fridge and pantry overhaul. You’ll continue to use staples from your local grocery store, including fresh and frozen produce, dried and canned beans, dried pasta and grains, herbs, spices, condiments, sauces, and dips. But some things will change. Here’s a breakdown of what to toss, […]
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  • Top-down view into a blender with fruit smoothie ingredients inside of it

    Prime Day 2024 Kitchen Deals for Healthy Home Cooks

    Summer shoppers, rev your engines. Amazon Prime Day kicks off on Tuesday, July 16, lasting through Wednesday, July 17, and early deals are already on offer. Looking for big blender energy? We’ve spotted discounts on some great blenders, plus a few other can’t-miss markdowns on kitchen tools we’ve recommended in the past. We’ve rounded them […]
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  • A corked clear glass bottle of olive oil lies on its side surrounded by a circle of green olives

    New Olive Oil Study Sparks Questions for Whole-Food, Plant-Based Eaters

    A large new study out of Harvard suggests that a small daily dose of olive oil may substantially reduce the risk of early death. That’s raising questions among whole-food, plant-based eaters, since avoiding added oil is a cornerstone of the WFPB diet. The new study, published in January in the Journal of the American College […]
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  • A man in a sleeveless top with the blue sky above him, holding his phone, with ear buds in his ears, listening to a plant-based podcast

    Podcasts With a Plant-Based Twist

    Perfect for long commutes or workouts, these informative and inspiring podcasts are a great way to feed your mind. Subscribe via iTunes or Android, or visit their websites to learn more. The Exam Room In this podcast from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, host Chuck Carroll, aka The Weight Loss Champion (he lost 265 […]
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  • A collage of vegan Thanksgiving recipes

    10 Incredible Vegan Sides for Your Thanksgiving Table

    Still looking for a pretty dish or two to add to your Thanksgiving menu? Here are 10 delicious sides to add oomph to your holiday spread—and show friends and family how delicious whole-food, plant-based cooking can be! Choose from 100+ vegan Thanksgiving recipes to create your perfect holiday meal with our Thanksgiving menu builder.
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  • Two fingers holding up a stent, against a black background

    Surprising New Study: Stents Don’t Work for Chest Pain

    In a shock to cardiologists around the world, a new study reveals that one of the most common medical uses of stents—to relieve chest pain in stable heart patients—may not work. Every year, more than half a million people worldwide receive stents for this purpose. A stent is a tiny mesh tube that doctors insert […]
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