Facebook said I had 718 friends. Thing is, I only accept requests from people I know well in real life — friends from high school or college, old coworkers, and so forth. I don't blindly accept requests from people I don't know because many of my family members value their privacy and are uncomfortable with my "public life."

One thing I love about Facebook, however, is how easy it is for me to stay connected with everyone. It doesn't matter …

You've got questions...

Q: Can you make something packaged, like cake mix or shake mix, safer if it contains milk? Say by diluting it with almond milk or rice milk if this will take away from the danger of it containing milk?

A: There is no way to make something with milk “safe.” Can you dilute cocaine to be safe? No, of course not. Milk, even in small quantities, is very bad. The good news is, …

I asked my parents to reflect on their first year being plant-based. 

Here's what my Dad had to say:

Where did a year go? It has been one year since my wife and I became plant-based. Ironically, the last piece of meat I had was in the hospital after having a mild heart attack and it was a dried-up piece of "Turkey Bacon." (Not my choice for a last omnivore supper.)

It's been an interesting journey. We both have done …

I was out having lunch with my husband and one of my closest friends when my mom called and I ignored it. We were just finishing up our meal, I thought, it can wait. A few moments later, she called my husband and we both kind of laughed. She does this from time to time. If I don’t answer my phone, she tries his.

A few minutes later, as we were paying the check, my mom called my friend, which …

Lots of NEW recipes this week, including Bombay Breakfast (both plans), Rice & Bean Taco Bake (family), Lentil Chili & Cornbread Biscuits (both plans), Indian Red Lentils (individual) PLUS old favorites, such as Broccoli Mac n' Cheese, BBQ Chickpeas, Peanut Butter Quinoa and even more! All guaranteed to keep you full and energized!

Individual Plan Highlights

• Bombay Breakfast (NEW!)
• "Tuna" Salad
• Creamy Carrot Soup
• Banana Split Overnight Oats
• Indian Red Lentils (NEW!)
• Lentil Chili & Cornbread Biscuits (NEW!)
• BBQ Chickpea …