Earth, Plants & Power

09/17/2025

4 (or so) Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies 🍪
I just threw these together in a jiffy, & they’re pretty darn tasty! Ridiculously simple & quick to make. (I may swap the coconut oil for applesauce to make them oil free next time.)
Benefits of oats:
-Like a warm hug for your ticker - cholesterol lowering for heart health.❤️
-A fiber party for your belly- soluble & insoluble fiber for gut health & regularity.
-Contains beta glucan which slows down sugar/glucose absorption in your bloodstream.
-Aids in weight loss by increasing satiety.
Just remember to only buy organic to avoid glyphosate!
Recipe and articles on oats to geek out in the comments. 🌱 💪

09/08/2025

Beet Poke Bowls topped with Wasabi Mayo & Super Crispy Tofu for added protein are prepped for our son’s lunch box this week! These are one of his favorites. (I added some shredded red cabbage.)
Benefits of beets:🫜
-Packed nitrates that can enhance athletic performance & cognitive function because they improve the efficiency of mitochondria which produce energy in the cells & increase blood flow.
-High in fiber for gut health.
-The betalains in beets act as antioxidants which can decrease oxidative stress & inflammation.
-Rich in folate, manganese, & copper.
This will keep him fueled through a long day at school & diving practice! 🌱 💪
(Recipes & articles for a deeper dive in the comments.)

08/31/2025

Harvest time! 🌱 💪

08/28/2025

If you like a little kick 🌶️ , you’ll love this quick & simple recipe!
The tofu provides plenty of protein, but let’s focus on the cauliflower & many benefits of CRUCIFEROUS VEGGIES (cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, kale, bok choy, Brussels):
-Filled with fiber for a healthy gut & to stay satiated longer.
-Packed with glucosinolates which may fight cancer.
-High in vitamin C to boost immune system.
-High in Vitamin K for bone health. 🦴
-Contains DIM which can help balance hormones.
Recipe & articles in the comment section. 🌱 💪

08/25/2025

Chunky Monkey Muffins to start out our Monday on the right foot. These hearty muffins are PACKED with so much goodness:
Oats, bananas, chia & flaxseeds, sweetened with dates, chocolate, walnuts, & pecans. 😋 🌱 💪
(Recipe in the comments)

08/24/2025

Long live legumes! 🫘
“Legumes: the most important dietary predictor of survival in older people of different ethnicities.”
Research shows for every 20g increase in daily intake of legumes, there is a 7-8% reduction in risk of death among older people.
But do you struggle to eat enough beans? Well, you can eat ‘em for dessert! I’ve been loving this simple Chickpea Cookie Dough recipe lately! Protein, fiber, & heart & gut health goodness!
See the articles in the comment section for a deeper dive into the benefits of beans! 🌱 💪

08/23/2025

All hail kale! 🥬
Starting a busy Saturday morning off with an energizing, cleansing, & nutrient dense smoothie. Let’s face it, kale isn’t the most appetizing veggie so this is an easy, delicious way to consume it. Hank loves this one!
Handful of green kale🥬
Cup of plant-based milk 🥛
1/2 cup frozen pineapple 🍍
1/4 cup strawberry lowfat kefir or yogurt (omit or use plant-based for vegan option) 🍓
Scoop of vanilla plant-based protein powder for added protein if you like.
1 tablespoon almond or pumpkin seed butter
1 frozen banana 🍌
Ice
Sq**rt of honey, maple syrup, or agave for sweetness if you like.
(Optional add ins: sprinkle of chia/hemp/flax seeds, 1/4 avocado)
Blend & enjoy!
I could go on forever about all the many benefits of kale. It’s simply one of the most nutritious foods you can eat (or drink). See the articles in the comments for a deeper dive.
🌱 💪

08/19/2025

Eat more plants, save 💰, & get healthier! Win win!! 🌱 💪

More than 60% of U.S. adults incorrectly think that eating a plant-based diet is more expensive than eating a diet with meat and dairy, according to a new Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine/Morning Consult survey.

08/14/2025

Farmer Todd (my hubby) & today’s harvest - collard greens, chard, & baby spinach! 😋 🌱 💪

08/11/2025

My first stab at beet hummus, & it’s a winner! 🫜 i saved some time by using precooked beets rather than roasting one.
I’m going to make Mediterranean wraps for lunch with it. I’ll spoon some of the hummus on a whole grain tortilla wrap, top with greens, tomato, red onion, cucumber, & Kalamata olives.
Beet benefits:
-Antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties from its plant pigment betalain.
-High in nitrates that convert to nitric oxide which opens your blood vessels for better blood flow. Think better athletic performance, lower blood pressure, & improved brain function.
-High in fiber for better gut health. Most Americans get nowhere near the recommended 25-30g daily.
For a deeper dive, recipe & articles in the comments.
🌱 💪

08/06/2025

A promising new study showing intensive diet & lifestyle changes can help fight early stage Alzheimer’s. And that diet? Plant-based of course! Plants are medicine! 🌱 💪 🧠

Adopting intensive lifestyle changes can slow or stop progression of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.

07/31/2025

The plant based options in California are INCREDIBLE! 😋 I’m getting so many ideas for bowls, burritos, wraps, etc. to bring back home. 🌱 💪