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Posts tagged "Health"

Guest post by Dylan Cutler of Phruitful Dish. Like many Vancouverites with full plates, having “not enough time” is something I hear myself saying often. This is a problem because the most frequently reported reason for unhealthy eating is, again, "not...

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There are many benefits of eating a plant-based diet: less inflammation, increased energy, and disease prevention to name a few.

As a personal trainer and online health coach, I transitioned to a plant-based diet early on in my career after discovering the many positives of this lifestyle. To me, eating plant-based does not necessary mean cutting out all animal products, but just making sure that plants take up the majority of my diet.

After increasing my consumption of plants like vegetables, fruits, beans and grains, I find that I'm able to recover quicker after workouts and have more energy throughout the day. 

If you’re an athletic individual looking to transition to plant-based eating, here are some tips:

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We started The Good Stuff with a philosophy: health is built on habits. We don’t believe in diets you do for a few days or weeks, or regimens that strip away everything you love about food. We believe in food that makes you feel great.

However…

We’ve come to realize that not everyone needs a gradual shift. Some people like to shock themselves into a new habit. For those, “resetting” their body is a way to show that they’re ready to make a change. We recognize the power in making a strong statement about your health.

The most common way to do this?

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