Topic: Herbies


Herbie of the Week: Mary Lou Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

Last week we met Georgie, who has found eating plant-based has helped her with her recovery to an eating disorder. This week we meet Mary Lou, who cleared up her rosacea by going plant-based!

HH: What made you decide to go to a plant-based (vegan) diet?

Five years ago, I suffered from several chronic autoimmune diseases: psoriatic arthritis, for which I was taking Enbrel injections, and I also had asthma, brain fog, depression, joint pain and chronic fatigue, among …

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My Newly Plant-Based Cousin Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

When I was in Scranton, I had a chance to catch up with my newly plant-based 13yo cousin.

She's been plant-based for almost 2 months now and has certainly had a few tests! I am so proud of her and in awe of her commitment and strength. I hope by sharing some of Caroline's experiences, we can all draw strength from her incredible persistence and will power!

girl standing in front yard twirling baton

The very first day Caroline went plant-based, she flew from Colorado back …

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Herbie of the Week: Georgie Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

Last week we meet Ryan, who has lost 38lbs since going plant-based. This week we meet Georgie, who left this comment on Happy Herbivore: "I just wanted to say thank you so much for the positive impact your blog has had on my life. I'm in recovery for an eating disorder and your recipes have absolutely saved me."

I was touched by her kind words but also moved by her strength. I asked Georgie if she'd be interested in …

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Herbie of the Week: Ryan Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

Last week we met Julie, who has lost 60lbs since going plant-based a year ago! This week we meet Ryan, who resolved all her stomach issues, and more, after going plant-based.

overweight woman wearing white shirt with orange sweater

HH: What made you decide to try a plant-based (vegan) diet? 

I decided to try a plant based diet after watching Forks Over Knives. My gastroenterologist previously recommended giving up dairy and artificial sweeteners and I did fine on that. However, as soon as I saw FOK, …

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Herbie of the Week : Julie Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

Last week we met Melissa, who feels lighter and more balanced than ever after losing 100lbs. This week we meet Julie, who after being vegetarian for 30 years celebrated her 1 year plant-based (vegan) anniversary yesterday! Congrats Julie!

picture of overweight woman sitting on couch in blue and yellow shirt

HH: You've followed a vegetarian diet for over 30 years, but just recently took a healthier approach to it. Can you tell us a bit more?

Back in the '70's, in my early 20's, when I was going through a health …

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