Tabla de contenidos para July - August 2020 en Plant-Based Spotlight

is comprised of industry experts, leaders and paradigm shifters, across multiple disciplines, to ensure our community has the most accurate and up-to-date information. Miyoko Schinner is the CEO/founder of Miyoko’s, a food brand combining culinary traditions with food technology to revolutionize dairy by making cheese and butter without cows. DJ Cavem is an eco-hip hop pioneer who is making an impact on the environment and health by performing and educating around the world. Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. Gerardo Velez is a multi-award winning musician and entertainer who has been instrumental in the development of groundbreaking comedies and television shows. Jyl Steinback is a personal trainer, educator, and lifestyle guru and…

Even though habitating on Mars may be something that future generations may embrace, for right now, we are stuck on this beautiful blue globe. During the coronavirus pandemic we’ve already seen in real-time the consequences of our actions and the impact we truly have on our planet. This includes significant drops in carbon emissions, drastically improved air quality, and cleaner water. In China alone, they have seen a 25 percent reduction in carbon emissions1 and 50 percent reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions.2 So the next time you put something on your plate that is green, you can feel good knowing you played a part in minimizing any negative impact on our environment and the planet we call home…for now. sources: 1. Myllyvirta, Lauri (19 February 2020). “Analysis: Coronavirus has temporarily…

BREATHE IN — BREATHE OUT 1 Calm Specific classes offered by a variety of experts to soothe whatever type of stress you are facing. Also includes walking meditations, sleep stories and body scans. ANNUAL COST $70 2 Headspace Quick guided meditations and courses from travel anxiety to stress on the job. This app also offers sleep music and soundscapes to help you drift off quickly. MONTHLY COST $13 3 Aura If you don’t have time for meditation, this might be the app for you. Offering a collection of three-minute sessions and 30-second anxiety busters, you can soothe your worries away. MONTHLY COST $12 Have you been feeling a little more anxious than usual? You are not alone, but thankfully you don’t have to wait for that retreat to a tropical…

Q: Fernando, tell us a little known fact about yourself. A: I might look a little weird with my spiky skin. In fact, some people call us “alligator pears.” But on the inside we’re nice and creamy. Oh, and really healthy too! You’re my favorite Veggie! Q: Are you a fruit or a vegetable? A: Amigo, I’m a fruit! I belong to the Genus Persea in the Lauraceae family. Say that 4 times fast! Hey! I’m actually a Fruit! Q: Can you share a secret avocado trick with us? A: Even though we mature on the tree, we only ripen after harvesting. The easiest way to ripen us is by keeping us in a brown paper bag at room temperature. So get ready to Guac this way! Empowering children and…

For the full sequence get your copy of the printed or digital book at worldpeaceyogabook.com The Sanskrit word asana literally means, “seat.” The seat is what connects our physical bodies to the earth. Asana is one of the most popular forms of yoga practiced today and many are brought to the mat for the physical benefits it offers: increased strength; flexibility; and overall toning of the body. While asana is often described as a “physical practice,” which it is, it is also deeply spiritual and affects the mental, emotional, and subtle/energetic body just as much as the physical one. The poses may be quite difficult at times and that is intentional. The yoga postures are training us to handle difficult situations in a calm and more peaceful way. The response…

When did you start actively promoting a plant-based diet to patients? After finishing grad school and residency, I started working in outpatient clinics, and that’s where I was coming in contact with individuals, generally older people of color, black people, telling me “Oh doctor—I have a spastic colon or irritable bowel and it’s acting up.” I would do a careful history, and it was clear that it was from consuming dairy products. I would then recommend they do a two-week trial with absolutely no dairy and then come back to see me. In 90 to 95 percent of the cases, the problem disappeared. So I explained to them that they don’t have irritable bowel syndrome. They’re just not supposed to be consuming dairy. The kind of penultimate moment came when…

CEO and Co-Founder, Plant-Based Network Ronnie was in the training and education space for over 25 years, and his learning solutions have been implemented in thousands of academic institutions, non-profits and enterprise organizations including Microsoft, the US Air Force, Spectrum and PlantPure. If you are not familiar with us, the Plant-Based Network® is a lifestyle and entertainment media company with a mission to help grow the plant-based movement so more people can enjoy the benefits of better health and a more sustainable planet, while also encouraging compassion for all. We have chosen digital media as our vehicle to help quickly take this message worldwide, including streaming TV (Roku TV, Apple TV and Amazon Fire), social media, and now a digital magazine. We have also chosen to do all of this…

Today’s household cleaners are filled with chemicals and toxins that can compromise the health of your family. Using essential oils not only provides a safe alternative, but fills the air with a natural and fresh aroma. Try this simple all-purpose spray for removing dirt and grease: ALL-PURPOSE SPRAY 1 teaspoon of dish soap2 cups of water10 drops of your favorite essential oil (lemon or other citrus oils work great) ADD TO A CLEAN SPRAY BOTTLE AND SHAKE BEFORE EACH USE OTHER GREAT OILS FOR CLEANING: orange • tea tree • lavender eucalyptus • peppermint • thyme…

“If you can breathe, you can practice yoga.” AUTHOR, YOGI Are you looking for a basic, boring book about yoga? Then please go back to searching. But if you’re looking for a dazzingly artsy, retro, yet new age book, full of memorable yoga instruction for people of all ages and abilities, then you are in the right place! Anna Ferguson, a highly experienced yogi and innovator (whose TV show Yoga and Compassion Connection airs on the Plant-Based Network), has created what is arguably the world’s first vegan-centric yoga and art book. Inside the beautiful cover you will find many asana (pose) sequences and meditations and mantras, but there is a great deal more about spiritual philosophy, ahimsa (respect for living things), and of course, world peace. Anna is especially skillful…

We’re all suffering through the COVID-19 pandemic. While there isn’t evidence that plant-based eating will reduce the impact if one becomes infected, there’s plenty of strong evidence that it can greatly reduce the likelihood of underlying health conditions that make one more susceptible to contract COVID-19 in the first place. That, combined with talk of meat shortages, inspired me to write a column with a bit of background and contribute a simple, healthful, and filling recipe. [found in the summer Picnic party section] CLICK HERE The Centers for Disease Control have advised that people who have underlying health conditions like obesity (about 93 million in the United States), diabetes (about 34 million), chronic kidney disease (about 27 million), cancer (also about 27 million), and coronary artery disease (about 18 million)…

SUPPORTING YOUR ADRENALS IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE TO YOUR OVERALL HEALTH AND WELLNESS. Living in the uncertainty of these unprecedented times, it’s essential to make time to take care of yourself. Adrenals or more specifically, the adrenal glands, are located on the top of each kidney. Most people don’t even know that they have adrenal glands, but knowing what they do and making sure that they are supported is essential to our well-being. Our adrenal glands produce hormones that help to regulate key bodily functions like blood pressure, your metabolism and your body’s response to stress (including adrenaline and cortisol). WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? Well, let’s face it. When you are in the midst of a global pandemic, you may be perpetually under stress. When we think of stress we…

STREAM and WATCH NOW The Plant-Based Network has a variety of lifestyle and entertainment TV shows in different categories with new shows and episodes added every week, so check back often. We also have specials, music videos, and more. Watch them all on our website, as well as on popular streaming TV platforms including Roku TV, Apple TV and Amazon Fire. Cook Vegan for Me Travel the world with host Erik Hastings as he challenges non-vegan chefs to prepare a completely vegan meal for him and the locals who aren’t used to eating plant-based meals. The Colorful Home Cooking Show The Colorful Home Cooking Show with Chef Gabrielle Reyes of One Great Vegan will have you singing along to create colorful recipes and flavor-filled meals every day. Each vibrant recipe…