The Institute of Plant Based Medicine (IOPBM) was founded and developed in the Spring of 2020 by Dr. Angie Sadeghi along with her team of practitioners. Our team realized that there is a gap in connecting medical knowledge with nutritional knowledge in the healthcare world. We as individual practitioners realized that a plant based approach was the best for our patients and to be…

Rainforests and their inhabitants are under serious threat because of palm oil, a widely-used substance that also presents a danger to our own health. Learn all about it and what we can do. Voting is a hot topic these days, but it’s important to keep in mind that each and every one of us casts powerful votes on a daily…

Do you know what vegetable cashmere is? Have you heard of modal? Lyocell? Instead of wool, you can wear some of the many natural vegan fabrics that don’t involve punching and stomping on sheep. Recently, we’ve seen a surge of high-performing vegan fabrics that are the perfect combination of soft and sustainable. These vegan fabrics are the face of our…

These burgers are packed with flavor, fiber and protein while still being low in fat. We love them grilled, but you can also pan-fry them. Pan spray a non-stick skillet and enjoy in all 4 seasons! >>MORE [See more Recipes.]

Honey, that magical gold liquid produced by our wee bee friends, is not considered vegan. Saying so might make some omnivores cock their heads and question: why not? It doesn’t hurt the bees, right? Wrong. In short, bees produce honey as a food source for themselves — not for humans to put atop their granola. Honey is made by bees…

Interest in veganism has reached an all-time high this year, datafrom Google Trends shows. It reflects the notable rise inpopularity of plant-based diets and vegan lifestyles around theworld amid the coronavirus pandemic, with consumersincreasingly conscious of the dangers of the meat supply chainand prioritising health, safety and sustainability.According to a report analysing the popularity of veganism byChef’s Pencil, a food…

Keep your dog’s tail wagging with treats and tasty kibble from these vegan and vegan-friendly companies! Wondering what to feed your vegan fur babies? We’ve got the answers! When it comes to finding food for your pup, you want to make sure they have the best nutrition possible. That’s why we’ve curated a list of vegan and vegan-friendly brands that…

“I figured that with my small kitchenette, equipped with microwave, kettle and toaster, I could somehow make it work.”– Zoe Thompson Food blogging and Instagram have helped to raise awareness of the benefits of a vegan diet — and many students are embracing this new way of eating. Zoe is a student studying English literature at the University of Bristol. The…

by Sande Nosonowitz We want you to know, and trust that when you do know, you will judge for yourself, that a vegan life is kinder toward the animals, better for your own health and gentler on our fragile ecosystem. Few of us were vegan from birth.   >>MORE

By James Corcoran Over the course of my lifetime, I have witnessed many societal changes here in the U.S. — from civil rights, to women’s liberation, to the peace movement, Earth Day, smoking bans, gay rights — all are historically significant. Today we are on the verge of another enormous social change. The trend is clear and the momentum is…

Find your home away from home and leverage support for plant-based options by frequenting your favorite eateries. Despite New Year’s resolutions to cook at home more often, by this time of the year, many of us have discovered that we don’t have the time to roast winter vegetables or simmer a hearty vegan soup. Still, we need to eat, which…