Megan Edwards

Drinking just under two servings of milk a day may increase the risk of prostate cancer in men by as much as 60%, according to a new study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers from Loma Linda University examined the potential connection between milk and prostate cancer using data from the Adventist […]

New research suggests that older women may be able to dramatically reduce their risk of age-related frailty by eating more plant-based protein and less animal-based protein, even in modest amounts. The large-scale study, published in the ​​Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia, and Muscle, analyzed data from more than 85,000 women aged 60 and older over the […]

Sodexo, one of the largest food service providers in the United States, is making 42% of their meals on college campuses plant-based over the next three years. For nearly two decades Sodexo has been working with the Humane Society of the United States to tackle climate change by reducing carbon emissions, increasing responsible food sourcing, […]

Standing six feet tall and sporting 210 pounds of chiseled muscle, U.S. Marine veteran and bodybuilder Ronnie Penn has an impressive physique. His secret to bulking up to make it in the bodybuilding big leagues? A whole-food, plant-based diet. Forks Over Knives chatted with Ronnie about his surprising introduction to a vegan diet, how he’s […]

One in 4 adults worldwide are at risk of cardiovascular incidents due to an often-missed liver disorder, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association. The statement, published April 14 in the AHA’s peer-reviewed journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology, estimates that 25% of adults are living with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, […]

Rates of prediabetes in American teenagers have more than doubled in the last two decades, according to a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics.  The comprehensive study looked at data collected from more than 6,500 adolescents through the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey to identify trends in the rates of prediabetes—a condition marked by […]

Add healthy inspiration to  your social media feed with fresh content from some of our favorite whole-food, plant-based experts. Whether you’re looking to liven up your recipe rotation or stay in the loop on the latest scientific research, we’ve rounded up the best Instagram accounts to follow that will inspire you to stick by your […]

Think outside the box with these deliciously inventive vegan waffle and pancake recipes that are sure to liven up your breakfast (or dinner!) routine. If you can’t decide whether you’re craving sweet or savory flavors, we’ve rounded up plenty of options to satisfy both sides of your palate. Miso-marinated tofu waffles, savory green lentil pancakes, […]

A new study spearheaded by researchers from Oxford University found that eating less meat—or better yet, eliminating it altogether—can lower the risk of developing cancer by up to 14 percent.  The large-scale study followed 472,377 British men and women between the ages of 40 and 70 for 11.5 years to assess the link between meat […]

No ingredient marks the changing of the seasons quite like winter squash. As the days grow darker and weather gets colder, these hearty veggies are ideal for roasting, baking, and puréeing into fall-inspired recipes. Each type of squash has a different flavor profile and texture, which means it’s important to know your gourds before hitting […]

Making your own bread might seem like a monumental task, but there’s nothing complex about these savory bread recipes. From Indian-inspired naan to classic Thanksgiving dinner rolls, we guarantee you’ll fall in love with the process of making bread from scratch. The hardest part is waiting for it to bake—but the scrumptious end result is […]

Boasting nearly 1 million followers on Instagram, a recipe website, and a popular podcast, plant-based wunderkind Carleigh Bodrug just released her most ambitious project yet—a gorgeous, easy-to-follow, and totally oil-free vegan cookbook. PlantYou: 140+ Ridiculously Easy, Amazingly Delicious Plant-Based Oil-Free Recipes is packed full of bright graphics that help both seasoned veg-heads and plant-based newbies […]