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WellnessSee articleEating Plant-Based for Your Heart? These Are the Best Lab Tests to Track Your Progress
Adopting a whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) diet is one of the most effective lifestyle changes a person can make to reduce cardiovascular disease risk. As a physician who specializes in using lifestyle medicine to prevent and treat cardiovascular disease, I’ve seen firsthand how this way of eating can improve heart health via multiple angles, including cholesterol […] -
NutritionSee articleAre Beans and Whole Grains Inflammatory Foods?
Longtime Forks Over Knives friend Will Bulsiewicz, M.D.—aka the “Gut Whisperer”—is back with a new book, Plant-Powered Plus, out January 13. In the new book, the gastroenterologist and bestselling author takes a clear, evidence-based look at common questions and misconceptions surrounding gut health and plant-based eating. In the abridged excerpt below, he examines one such […] -
PeopleSee article‘I Felt Powerful’: How a 72-Year-Old Vegan Nun Found Strength Through Powerlifting
Photo courtesy Cristina Vance Photography @cv_photography_llc This story originally appeared in the Winter 2025 issue of Forks Over Knives magazine, now available in print and digital. Sister Pat Farrell remembers the first time she stepped into a gym and powerlifted a barbell weighted with 10-pound bumpers. It was just last March, and it was a […] -
Success StoriesSee articleHow I Reached a Healthy A1c Without Counting Calories
I grew up in a family that ate unhealthy vegetarian diets—lots of fried foods and ultraprocessed snacks, even though meat wasn’t part of the picture. When I was 11 years old, both of my parents were diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Over time, their health continued to decline, and later in life they each suffered […] -
How ToSee articleFestive and Light: Dietitian-Created Holiday Mocktail Recipes
JUMP TO RECIPES: Mocktails often rely on sugary syrups and lots of juice, but a lighter touch can be just as delicious. Developed by a registered dietitian, these festive holiday mocktail recipes use modest amounts of juice alongside tea, herbs, citrus, and whole fruits to build delicious, layered flavor. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or […] -
How ToSee articlePro Tips for Creating an Epic Vegan Charcuterie Board
Think “vegan charcuterie board” sounds like an oxymoron? Think again. The grazing-board format is a perfect canvas for showing off just how colorful and delicious a plant-based spread can be. Here’s how to assemble an Instagram-ready, drool-worthy vegan charcuterie board that feels abundant, intentional, and effortless. 1. Make at least 1 thing from scratch. While […] -
How ToSee articleMake Better (and Healthier) Pancakes and Waffles with These Tips
With a reliable mix, a couple of well-chosen tools, and a few smart techniques, you can turn out tall, tender pancakes and crisp-edged waffles any day of the week—no oil or unhealthy ingredients necessary. This cheat sheet breaks down the essentials so you can skip the guesswork, cook with confidence, and enjoy a wholesome breakfast […] -
ShoppingSee articleWFPB and Vegan Cookbooks We Loved in 2025
This year delivered vegan cookbooks for every kind of cook: the weekday scrambler, the weekend project person, the health-focused WFPB eater, the flavor chaser, and the plant-curious beginner. Our shortlist spans all of the above. While a few of these titles aren’t strictly oil-free, they’re all fully vegan and full of ideas WFPB readers can […] -
How ToSee articleHow to Make Perfect Instant Pot Beans, Every Time
Ready to take your Instant Pot beans to the next level, or just get your next batch just right? Here are the tips and tweaks that make all the difference between a good pot of pressure-cooked beans and a great one. 1. Make the soaking process work for you. One of the Instant Pot’s biggest […] -
MovementSee articleWhat Is Japanese Walking? The 25-Minute Interval Walking Workout Backed by Research
I love going for walks with friends. The conversation helps me to forget I’m even exercising, and we can end up walking for an hour or more. So when I heard about something called Japanese walking, I was eager to give it a try. From my first outing, I absolutely loved it. Even though I […] -
WellnessSee article2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Vegan Gifts for Every Budget
The holiday shopping season has arrived, and our editors have curated a thoughtful selection of gifts for friends, loved ones, or even yourself. From elegant kitchen tools and specialty ingredients to stylish tableware and self-care favorites that nurture well-being, there’s something special here for every budget. Wishing you a joyful, delicious holiday season! FOK may […] -
PeopleSee article‘Korean Vegan’ Joanne Lee Molinaro Dishes on Her New Book, Vegan K-Beauty Line
Change has always been central to Joanne Lee Molinaro’s journey. A former trial lawyer and onetime Paleo devotee, she went vegan in 2016 and built a global following as The Korean Vegan, blending storytelling and plant-based cooking in ways that resonated deeply with her audience. Since then, she’s expanded her creative reach, launching the vegan […]
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