Eating for the Planet

Are Plant-Based Meats Unhealthy Because They’re Processed? Let’s Break It Down

Is plant-based sausage healthier? 🌱 Beyond Sausage has less saturated fat, zero cholesterol, and more fiber than pork sausage—making it a smarter swap for your plate. Plus, with today’s delicious plant-based options, why stick with the environmental toll of meat? Get the full breakdown! →

What’s Happening in the Amazon? Why Your Food Choices Matter

The Amazon rainforest—one of the most biodiverse places on Earth—is under threat, and surprisingly, our food choices play a role in its destruction.

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The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

"When radical change is needed, many argue that it is impossible for individual actions to incite it, so it’s futile for anyone to try. This is exactly the opposite of the truth. . ." Foer, Jonathan Safran (2019)

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Easy & Delicious Plant-Based Recipes

Discover easy, wholesome whole food plant-based (WFPB) recipes and simple meal ideas to make plant-forward eating delicious, satisfying, and effortless.

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

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Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Try this delicious, protein-packed Plant-Based Taco Salad made with cabbage, Beyond Meat, and fresh veggies. It’s great for your health and the planet.

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Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Enjoy protein-packed Flax Oatmeal with berries, nuts, and flaxseed meal. A plant-powered breakfast rich in fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants.

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Start Here

Beginner tips, recipes, and guides for transitioning to a plant-forward lifestyle.

Protein-Packed Swaps: Easy Ways to Get More Plant-Based Protein on Your Plate

Think plant-based eating means missing out on protein? Think again! 🌱 This post shares easy, high-protein swaps—from chickpea sandwiches to lentil pasta—so you can power up your plate without meat. Plus, you’re likely getting more protein than you think from everyday foods like veggies, grains, and even fruit! 💚✨

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Welcome! Eating More Plant-Based Is Easier Than You Think—Here’s How

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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The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

"When radical change is needed, many argue that it is impossible for individual actions to incite it, so it’s futile for anyone to try. This is exactly the opposite of the truth. . ." Foer, Jonathan Safran (2019)

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Eating With Compassion

Ethical and compassionate topics (e.g., animal welfare, food justice).

Protein-Packed Swaps: Easy Ways to Get More Plant-Based Protein on Your Plate

Think plant-based eating means missing out on protein? Think again! 🌱 This post shares easy, high-protein swaps—from chickpea sandwiches to lentil pasta—so you can power up your plate without meat. Plus, you’re likely getting more protein than you think from everyday foods like veggies, grains, and even fruit! 💚✨

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Eating for the Planet

Environmental topics (e.g., sustainability, carbon footprint, water conservation).

Are Plant-Based Meats Unhealthy Because They’re Processed? Let’s Break It Down

Is plant-based sausage healthier? 🌱 Beyond Sausage has less saturated fat, zero cholesterol, and more fiber than pork sausage—making it a smarter swap for your plate. Plus, with today’s delicious plant-based options, why stick with the environmental toll of meat? Get the full breakdown! →

READ MORE

What’s Happening in the Amazon? Why Your Food Choices Matter

The Amazon rainforest—one of the most biodiverse places on Earth—is under threat, and surprisingly, our food choices play a role in its destruction.

READ MORE

The Least We Can Do: Small Shifts, Big Impact on Our Planet

"When radical change is needed, many argue that it is impossible for individual actions to incite it, so it’s futile for anyone to try. This is exactly the opposite of the truth. . ." Foer, Jonathan Safran (2019)

READ MORE

Eating for You

Health-focused content (e.g., nutrition, meal planning, fitness benefits).

Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta | Rich, Hearty, and Plant-Based

Enjoy this Creamy Tomato & Veggie Pasta made with Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a rich tomato-yogurt sauce. Easy, hearty, and plant-based!

READ MORE

Plant-Based Taco Salad | Crunchy, Protein-Packed, and Delicious

Try this delicious, protein-packed Plant-Based Taco Salad made with cabbage, Beyond Meat, and fresh veggies. It’s great for your health and the planet.

READ MORE

Flax Oatmeal + Nuts and Berries | Plant-Based Breakfast

Enjoy protein-packed Flax Oatmeal with berries, nuts, and flaxseed meal. A plant-powered breakfast rich in fiber, omega-3s, and antioxidants.

READ MORE