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There are few things I love more than a really great snack. But not just any ol’ hummus
and carrots combo (no offense to hummus!). I just need big flavor to really tide me over
until my next meal. Of course, I also want my snack to be plant-forward (i...

The Beet interviews plant-based expert and surgeon, Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., on everything from how to avoid and reverse heart disease to the secret of what to eat every day for better results in the bedroom. This is epic. You'll want to share with loved ones.

"People don’t change because of facts. They change because of stories," says Dr. George Guthrie, author of Eat Plants, Feel Whole, a new book that guides readers through the transition to a plant-based diet. Dr. Guthrie, who has been treating patients with diabetes, heart disease and other…

Dr. Michael Greger's latest book, How Not to Diet, is a long-read, but well worth it. Brimming with facts and scientific research, Dr. Greger is an unapologetic advocate of plant-based eating, and his lengthy book backs up the bias.

In fact, whole foods and a plant-based diet fit pretty perfectly together, as both consist of eating foods in their most natural state. Whether you think your diet can use a little tweaking or you want to learn exactly how to do a more whole foods approach, here are the ins and outs of how to eat a …

Sleep. Some, like myself, relish it. Others find it unproductive, preferring to stay up late, jump out of bed at dawn to get going, and not take the time needed to regenerate. But more and more evidence is pointing to the fact that a good night’s sleep is imperative for optimal healt…

We asked a nutritionist: "How the heck do I pick out what’s important on a nutrition label? Is it fat? Fiber? Protein? What do I want to see more of and less of when choosing a food?"

The healthiest foods to eat all contain fiber. It's an oft-overlooked macronutrient found only in plant foods that’s super functional for your body.

Training for a marathon is hard enough, but doing it on a plant-based diet requires some extra homework in terms of knowing what to eat before, during and after those long, grueling runs. Here's exactly what to eat and drink according to a sports nutritionist.

I went on a (totally unhealthy, rich, sugar-filled) spree last night and basically ate my weight in junk food. What can I do to cleanse my body and get back on track—and hit reset quickly? Read on to learn the answer.