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Dangerous Diabetes Dietary Misinformation

Coach Caroline, 04/26/2016

The goal of the American Diabetes Association is to help people live with diabetes—not to get over it all together. However, adult onset diabetes is far from incurable, even though the mainstream medical establishment would have you believe otherwise...

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Forget the Magic Bullet: Karen's Journey to Better Health, Week 2

Coach Ida, 04/05/2016

Everyone wants a medication, therapy, or an exercise program that will help them feel or look better. But Karen's story of weight loss and reversing diabetes will show you how a plant-based, whole food diet can change your health destiny.

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Forget the Magic Bullet: Karen's Journey to Better Health, Week 1

Coach Ida, 03/01/2016

Everyone wants a medication, therapy, or an exercise program that will help them feel better, live longer, or look better. But I have two clients whose stories will show you how a plant-based, whole food diet can change your health destiny.

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Why You Should Become a Bean-Eating Machine

Why You Should Become a Bean-Eating Machine

Kate Glover, 01/06/2016

It’s National Bean Day! The most nutrient-rich carbohydrate source, beans taste great and are healthy for you. Here are just a few reasons why you should up your bean intake...

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Nuts for Nuts!

Nuts for Nuts!

Kate Glover, 10/22/2015

Nuts are packed with nutrients like protein, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, vitamins, minerals, unsaturated fats, and antioxidants! Here's why these little heart-healthy, nutritional powerhouses are a wonderful addition to your diet.

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8 Ways to Help Prevent Cancer Through a Healthy Diet

Coach Melanie, 10/20/2015

Many people have lost a family member, loved one, or friend to cancer. It is devastating, to say the least, and leaves you feeling helpless -- but are we really? No. Nutrient-dense plant foods provide anti-cancer benefits.

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Plant Strong for a Strong You

Plant Strong for a Strong You

Rommy Driks, 10/08/2015

With plant strong eating, every bite benefits your body. Plant-based diets keep your body well supplied with an army of nutrients that can slow down or even reverse the onslaught of chronic illness.

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How to Follow a Nutritarian Diet

Coach Ida, 08/27/2015

You might be wondering what a nutritarian diet is, and why anyone would want to follow it. Well, how is this for starts: Becoming a nutritarian could possibly save your life. Let me tell you more good news...

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Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer Through Plant-Based Foods

Coach Melanie, 06/16/2015

Breast cancer is a complex disease with many contributing factors. But even those with a genetic predisposition to breast cancer can reduce their risk of developing it through wise dietary decisions.

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