Forks Over Knives

Forks Over Knives, a feature film released in 2011, helped launch the concept of a whole-food, plant-based diet that has a direct effect on our health and wellness. This first-ever Forks Over Knives magazine offers delicious recipes, health and nutrition information, expert tips, and real-life success stories for healthful, happy living.

THE FORKS OVER KNIVES DIET EXPLAINED • Forks Over Knives advocates a whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) diet, which centers on whole, unrefined (or minimally refined) plant foods instead of animal products and highly processed foods.

Forks Over Knives

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THE FEED • Fresh ideas, expert tips, news, and inspiration for your whole-food, plant-based lifestyle.

GREEN BEANS • Summer is high season for the snappy pods.

WATERMELON’S SAVORY SIDE • The juicy fruit adds a touch of sweetness to smoky, tangy, or spicy recipes—and can even stand in for tuna or steak!

DELICIOUSLY WFPB + GLUTEN-FREE • Following a multiple sclerosis diagnosis in her early 20s, Ashley Madden immersed herself in learning about nature’s most potent health agent: plant-based eating. These days, the pharmacist-turned-chef and holistic nutritionist is guiding others on the WFPB path with Rise Shine Cook (riseshinecook.ca). Madden’s brand-new cookbook, Plant-Based Delicious, is a master class in crafting WFPB dishes free of gluten and oil.

BLUEBERRY TEFF PANCAKES WITH LEMON • 30 minutes l Makes 12 pancakes

OIL-FREE GRILL GEAR • Warm summer nights are ideal for plant-based barbecue. Level up your oil-free grill game with these smart tools.

ZHUZH UP YOUR H2O • The world’s healthiest beverage is water, but you don’t always have to drink it plain. Supercharge your summertime vibes with flavorful infusions of fresh fruit, veggies, and herbs. Choose between floating chopped produce in your glass or a pitcher, or use an infusion pitcher to keep things tidy. Before you start sipping, check out these pro tips to ensure your H2O is expertly infused.

FRESH COMBOS • For all the recipes below, add 8 cups of cold or room-temperature water to a pitcher. Add ice if desired.

MICAH YU, MD • On a standard American diet, Micah struggled with arthritis pain and inflammation starting in his late teens.

SHARON DUNMALL • Leading an active lifestyle, Sharon didn’t realize that she had cardiovascular disease until it landed her in the hospital.

IN A HEARTBEAT • The leading cause of death worldwide, heart disease is often asymptomatic until it’s severe. Since surviving a cardiac event, I’ve learned some important lessons about cardiovascular health. Here are a few.

Q&A • Leading plant-based experts bring clarity to your health and nutrition questions.

GOING THE DISTANCE • Fiona Oakes has completed marathons on every continent, setting four world records along the way. The world-class British runner does it all for one purpose: to encourage people to eat plants.

FIONA’S FEATS • Despite losing her right kneecap to a tumor as a teen, Fiona Oakes has established herself as one of the greatest distance runners of our time. Here’s a timeline of her record-breaking career.

ANIMAL PLANET • Looking for a feel-good summer field trip? Connect with rescued animals at these four incredible sanctuaries across the U.S.

sublime smoothie bowls • Wake up your taste buds with these eye-popping smoothie bowls packed with wholesome ingredients.

BIG & SIMPLE SALADS • From sunny side salads to hearty entree salads, Carleigh Bodrug’s refreshing recipes bring maximal flavor with minimal effort.

My Success Story

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