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  • 🍲 Ribollita Tuscan Soup: A Plant-Based Classic

    Ribollita Tuscan Soup came to mind last garden harvest season, when the air turned cool and the raised beds were beginning to slow down. I made this soup from what we already had on hand and greens from the garden – Tuscan kale, celery, Swiss Chard, fingerling potatoes in purple and yellow, a loaf of…

  • What to Eat Before and After Runs After 50

    A Plant-Forward Guide for Runners (and Walkers, Too) What to eat before and after runs after 50 starts to matter in a slightly different way — and I say this as someone who crossed the line at TCS London Marathon, BMW Berlin Marathon, and three other Abbott World Marathon Majors after turning 50. You may…

  • Plant-Forward Meals from the Garden: The Whatever-I-Have Formula

    This is one of those plant-forward meals from the garden — built from whatever’s available, flexible, and deeply satisfying. A mix of colorful vegetables, gently cooked. A little olive oil. And on this particular night, Argentine red shrimp—added not as the star, but as a complement. Simple, flexible, and deeply satisfying. This is how I…

  • How to Start Running After 50 on a Plant-Forward Diet

    If you’ve ever thought, “Am I too old to start running?” — you’re not alone. Maybe your kids are grown, your schedule finally has a little breathing room, or your doctor gently suggested moving more. Or maybe you’ve watched runners glide past and wondered what it would feel like to lace up your shoes again……

  • From Soil to Saucepan: My Garden Twist on Pasta del Brigadiere

    There’s a certain kind of joy that only gardeners understand — the “let’s see what’s under there” moment. I found myself in one of those moments last fall crouched beside my 15-galon Smart Pot fabric grow bag with potatoes that had been quietly resting through the cooler days. The leaves had turned to yellow and…

  • Benefits Of Whole Foods For Long-Distance Runners

    For long distance runners, what you eat really matters — especially when training gets tough. Whole foods can fuel your runs, support recovery, and enhance overall well-being in ways packaged food simply can’t. When I transitioned to plant-forward diet, I tested eating different kinds of food and snacks. It didn’t come easy especially the main…

  • Top 10 Plant-Based Protein Sources for Endurance Athletes

    Getting enough protein is key to peak performance, muscle repair, and recovery. As an endurance athlete, you can absolutely thrive on plant-based protein! You don’t have to settle for bland meals or chalky powders. The great news is that these proteins often come with extra nutrients like iron and magnesium, which help keep your energy…