Pigs Are Smart Blog

The Daily Dozen Made Easy

Dr. Michael Greger created the Daily Dozen to simplify healthy eating. This science-backed checklist highlights the whole plant foods your body needs each day—removing the guesswork and focusing on real, nourishing choices that support your health and the planet.

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Easy Whole Plant Food Guide

Feeling overwhelmed by food rules? This Whole Plant Food Guide cuts through the confusion with one simple question: Did it grow from the ground? Discover how fruits, veggies, grains, beans, nuts, and seeds can help you build healthier habits—one plant at a time.

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How to Get Enough Protein on a Plant-Based Diet

Think going plant-based means missing out on protein? You might be surprised. This post shares simple, high-protein swaps like lentils, tofu, and chickpeas—plus lesser-known sources like grains, veggies, and even fruit. Best of all, it’s easy to power up your plate without meat.

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8 Simple Steps to Eat More Plants

Change is easier when we focus on what we can do instead of what we can’t. That’s the idea behind Pigs Are Smart. If you’re looking for a simple way to eat healthier, reduce your impact, and align with your values, the answer isn’t about giving up—it’s about adding more. More whole grains, beans, fruits, and veggies. Small, doable shifts—one meal at a time. In this post, we share practical strategies from Meat Me Halfway author Brian Kateman to help you make plant-forward eating feel easy and approachable.

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