Nutritionists promote a unique plant-based diet for reducing cholesterol.
A plant-focused eating regimen called the Portfolio Diet is gaining traction for its ability to potentially lower cholesterol. Some studies indicate it could work just as effectively as certain medications. Developed by Dr. David J.A. Jenkins, a nutrition and medicine professor at the University of Toronto, the diet emphasizes particular plant-based foods known to reduce […]
Plant-based protein powders have nine times the lead found in dairy alternatives.
Concerns Over Heavy Metals in Protein Powders A recent study has raised alarms about protein powders and shakes, suggesting they might contain harmful levels of toxic heavy metals, such as lead. Yet, there’s some disagreement among experts regarding the actual risks of these findings. Consumer Reports conducted tests on 23 well-known protein products and discovered […]
Kevin Hart’s LA plant-based fast food chain suddently closes all locations just two years after opening
Until it disappears from the green! Comedian and actor Kevin Hart's plant-based fast food chain, Hart House, has suddenly closed all of its locations just two years after opening. The “Jumanji” star's four Los Angeles-area stores officially closed on Tuesday and without warning, Hart House CEO Andy Hooper confirmed. Eater. Kevin Hart's plant-based fast food […]
Plant-based diets best for lowering disease, cancer risk: study
As it turns out, vegan and vegetarian diets aren’t good for beets when it comes to lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. new research has discovered. Dr. Angelo Capodici of the University of Bologna in Italy and his colleagues investigated the association between a plant-based diet, cardiovascular health, and cancer risk in 48 […]
Beyond Meat revamps plant-based burger to boost weak sales
Beyond Meat is revamping its signature plant-based burger, hoping healthier ingredients will boost sales in the struggling U.S. The El Segundo, Calif.-based company announced Wednesday that its new Beyond Burger patty and Beyond Beef Meal have 60 percent less saturated fat by switching from canola and coconut oil to avocado oil. New beef products contain […]
Steve Ells’ plant-based, robot-run fast food startup Kernel scores NFL stars as investors, sets launch date
Kernel, the plant-based, robot-powered fast food startup led by Chipotle founder Steve Ells, plans to open its first store next month and has welcomed New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones as an investor. The Post reported. Jones and Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields, who follows a strict vegan diet, each received stock in the startup […]