97% of all farmed pigs in the U.S. are raised on factory farms living the most horrendous existence ending in a most horrific slaughter. When I used to eat pigs they made me fat, led me to a 327 ml/dL cholesterol, high blood pressure, migraines, inflammation, and increased my risk of heart attack and other... Continue Reading →
I am so grateful for the day I experienced at Shelter Farm Sanctuary in Arcadia, Florida. I was moved by the intelligence, social connections and love on display between the animals and with us. Here I will share my experience visiting the animal sanctuary and further appreciation for their lives. A couple months ago Lauren... Continue Reading →
The life of chickens in factory farms is heart breaking and inhumane. I really couldn't believe what I saw when I discovered how they were bred and slaughtered. It's not surprising to me the amount of heart attacks, strokes, cancers, type 2 diabetes and other chronic illnesses we are faced with by consuming chickens. I... Continue Reading →
It's been amazing to hear how a good friend of mine, Erika Ehlers, has used a plant-based lifestyle to address Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in which she was diagnosed just a few years ago. Today is her two year anniversary going all-in plant-based. Another great story that developed was Erika learned how eating plant-based would help... Continue Reading →
I am so thankful on January 17, 2016 I made the decision to go 100% plant-based. Based on data from my blood tests, inputs from my doctor, and the horrific trajectory my health was on from the foods I was eating, I probably wouldn't be here today if I didn't make the switch. Witnessing my... Continue Reading →
The Healthy Giraffe 