Minimalist Monday: Why Calling Someone "Lucky" Can Be Insulting Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Minimalist

A few months ago I read the Matched series. (If anyone wants to cry with me over book 3, I'm available by email).

The story takes place in a future society that… umm... has its flaws.

Anyway, the idea of "luck" had been totally eradicated in this new world.

From Matched:

"I answer, "That we are very lucky," and I mean it... The hostess corrects me gently. "Not lucky, Cassia. There is no luck in …

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This Week's Q&A: Exercising & Weight-Loss, Butternut Squash Rinds, Lowering Cholesterol On A Plant-Based Diet & Dealing With Gas Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: FAQ

You've got questions...

Q: I bought your 10 day immersion plus the 3 day reboot and I only lost 3 lbs. I even worked out the whole time!!! Is that normal? It's super upsetting.

A: Working out + calorie restriction can often derail weight-loss attempts, but even still, 3 lbs in 2 weeks is a normal, healthy loss. Most medical professionals recommend individuals only lose 1-2 lbs per week, which would be 2-4 lbs in a 14-day period. 3 lbs …

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A Vegan Taste of Park City, Utah; Jackson Hole, Wyoming; Big Sky, Montana Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Travel

For the past three weeks, Scott & I have been on a snowboarding trip through Park City, Jackson Hole, and Montana.

Although we've been cooking most of our meals in our hotel room using my trusty pressure cooker (stay tuned for a future post on that with pics!), we do like to venture out from time to time and see what we can find!

We went to Park City first and had a helluva time eating out. I'm not saying …

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Herbies of the Week: Sherry & Kerry (They've Lost Over 250lbs Together!) Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: Herbies

Meet our Herbies of the Week: Sherry & Kerry!

Last month I asked on Facebook, "Did switching to a plant-based diet change your life?", and Sherry was one of the many people who replied -- and I'm SO happy she did!

After suffering a lacunar stroke at 52 years old, Sherry and her wife Kerry promised each other they would never go back to the unhealthy lifestyle they were living. At first they tried a plant-based diet as an …

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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Our Irish & Green-Themed Meal Plan! Posted by:Lindsay S. Nixon Category: MealPlan

Happy (early) St. Patrick's Day!

To celebrate the holiday, this week's meal plan features traditional Irish recipes with a plant-based twist!

Lucky new additions include Irish Lager Stew (NEW!), Potato & Leek Soup (NEW!), and Veggie Shepherd's Pie (NEW!) as well as delicious green dishes like Smoky Split-Pea Soup and Spinach & Olive Tofu Scramble.

Irish Lager Stew

Individual Highlights

  • Green Apple Oatmeal
  • Potato & Leek Soup (NEW!)
  • Creamy Winter Kale & Quinoa Salad
  • Irish Lager Stew
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