Folks Did You Know?
• 82% of Heart Disease Cases Reversed on a Whole Food, Plant-Based diet (American Journal of Cardiology).
• 50% Lower Risk of Diabetes when eating plant-based (2018 Nutrients Study).
• 75% Reduced Risk of High Blood Pressure with plant-based diets (Journal of Hypertension).
• 34% Lower Food Costs with plant-based shopping habits (Oxford Study).
• Longer, Healthier Lives seen in plant-based communities worldwide (Blue Zones Project).
Top 5 Causes of Death Worldwide
- Heart Disease (Ischemic Heart Disease)
- Includes heart attacks and coronary artery disease.
- Leading cause of death globally for both men and women.
- Stroke (Cerebrovascular Disease)
- Includes blood clots or bleeding in the brain.
- Major cause of long-term disability and death.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, often caused by smoking or air pollution.
- Lower Respiratory Infections
- Includes pneumonia, bronchitis, and flu-related complications.
- Major risk for children and the elderly.
- Neonatal Conditions
- Includes birth complications, infections, and birth asphyxia.
- Affects newborns in the first 28 days of life.
In the United States (CDC Data)
- Heart Disease
- Cancer
- Unintentional Injuries (Accidents, overdoses, falls, etc.)
- Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases
- Stroke
In the United States (CDC Data)
- Heart Disease
- Cancer
- Unintentional Injuries (Accidents, overdoses, falls, etc.)
- Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases
- Stroke
Nutrition Corner: Feature
Quick & Easy Whole Food Plant-Based Breakfast
Oatmeal Power Bowl
- Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup steel-cut or old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup water or unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed
- 1 small banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh berries (blueberries or strawberries)
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
- Optional: 1 tbsp walnuts or almonds
Instructions:
- Cook oats in water or almond milk.
- Stir in chia seeds or flaxseed while hot.
- Top with banana slices, berries, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Add nuts for extra protein and healthy fats (optional).
Health Benefits:
- High in fiber for digestion
- Rich in omega-3s from chia/flaxseed
- Natural energy from fruit and oats
- Heart-healthy and satisfying
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