Megan Edwards

If you love twirling your fork into a saucy bowl of spaghetti but want to avoid refined white flour, then it’s time to dive into the wide world of healthy pastas. From lentils to peas to whole grains, there’s no shortage of noodles crafted from good-for-you ingredients. As the Forks Over Knives staff writer, I […]

Aramark, the largest foodservice provider in the United States, plans to make 44% of its dining options plant-based at more than 250 colleges across the country by 2025. This three-year plan is an aggressive increase in plant-based options, which currently only make up 26-30% of the company’s total menu offerings. For more than 15 years, […]

Looking to elevate your lunchtime meals? We’ve gathered our favorite vegan sandwiches and wraps that are packed full of juicy flavors, savory sauces, and plenty of plant-based nutrients. From deli-style rollups to open-face tartines and sloppy Joes, these recipes serve up delicious vegan variations of all the classics. Pack them in your lunchbag, bring them […]

Tuck into layers of tender noodles, creamy sauces, and succulent veggies with these incredibly comforting vegan lasagna recipes. Completely oil-free and packed full of good-for-you ingredients, our creative twists on the irresistible Italian classic will leave even the most ardent carnivore asking for a second serving. And while a classic red sauce lasagna is always […]

Men who eat a large amount of ultra-processed foods are 29% more likely to develop colorectal cancer compared to those who don’t, says a new study published in The BMJ. And while heavily processed foods may spike cancer risk for men, the same correlation wasn’t found amongst women. The August 2022 study analyzed data from […]

Plant-based parents are all too familiar with the challenges of raising a family without animal products. From pesky “how will you get your protein?” questions to picky eaters, prioritizing the health of your family isn’t always a walk in the park. Luckily, Rachael J. Brown, a certified plant-based nutrition educator and WFPB parenting extraordinaire, is […]

Eating a whole-food, plant-based diet as a college student is no easy task—navigating dining hall menus can be tricky, the temptation of cheap ultra-processed food lurks at every social event, and the limited space of a dorm room makes cooking for yourself a challenge. But at Forks Over Knives we strive to make the WFPB […]

Want to know a secret? Eating plant-based doesn’t mean you have to kick your sushi obsession to the curb! These delightful vegan sushi recipes swap out fish for fresh produce, white rice for whole grains, and high-sodium dipping sauces for healthy alternatives that pack just as much punch. If you’ve never made sushi before—let alone […]

Love snacking on potato chips, Oreos, and fast-food takeout? What you put in your belly may be accelerating your chances of cognitive decline: A new study found that eating a large amount of ultra-processed foods can increase your risk of dementia by as much as 51%. For the study, published in the July 2022 issue […]

Smoothie aficionados and nice cream enthusiasts swear by them, but are high speed blenders really necessary for most plant-based home cooks? After talking to several chefs who have mastered the art of blending, the short answer is yes. While standard blenders can do most jobs decently well, plant-based recipes often involve whipping up silky sauces, […]

Feeling down in the dumps? Your snacking habits may be to blame. A recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that eating fruit on a regular basis decreased levels of depression and anxiety regardless of the portion size or type of fruit. On the flip side, frequently consuming savory, processed snack foods […]

Dr. Judy Brangman (aka The Plant Based MD) utilizes her background as an internal medicine and lifestyle medicine physician to heal her patients through a plant-based diet. Forks Over Knives chatted with her about the deep cultural ties she has to the WFPB lifestyle, the mental component of eating healthier, and tips on how to […]