Forks Over Knives

Forks Over Knives, a feature film released in 2011, helped launch the concept of a whole-food, plant-based diet that has a direct effect on our health and wellness. This first-ever Forks Over Knives magazine offers delicious recipes, health and nutrition information, expert tips, and real-life success stories for healthful, happy living.

Foodie Finds

THE FORKS OVER KNIVES DIET EXPLAINED • Forks Over Knives advocates a whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) diet, which centers on whole, unrefined (or minimally refined) plant foods instead of animal products and highly processed foods.

5 KEYS TO SUCCESS

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CONTRIBUTORS

THE FEED • Fresh ideas, expert tips, news, and inspiration for your whole-food, plant-based lifestyle.

TOMATILLOS • The south-of-the-border staple isn’t just for salsa.

5 EASY BREAKFAST WRAPS • Tasty take-along options for busy mornings.

A FOOD FIX FOR HOT FLASHES

POWER PLANKER • Maybe you’ve heard of plant-based ultra-endurance athletes Rich Roll and Scott Jurek, MMA fighter James Wilks, and former NFL Tennessee Titan Derrick Morgan. Add one more elite competitor to the list proving that a plant-based diet can help launch athletes to their highest level of sport.

A WINNING COMBINATION

FARM TO DOORSTEP • Whether you’re strapped for time or just a fan of convenience, having fresh fruits and vegetables delivered to your door simply makes life easier. Here are a few ways to shop the bountiful offerings of a farmers market from the comfort of home.

ANNIE GREEN, RN • Migraines, IBS, asthma, and other chronic conditions left Annie feeling worn down at just 35 years old.

EUGENIE CARROLL • At 247 pounds, after decades of unsuccessful dieting, Eugenie felt lethargic and suffered from joint pain and inflammation.

3 BIG MYTHS ABOUT PLANT-BASED EATING

KNIFE SKILLS 101 • A visual guide to sharpening your slicing and dicing techniques.

THE ONLY 3 KNIVES YOU REALLY NEED • It’s fine to have more than a trio of kitchen knives, but these three can handle all your kitchen tasks.

Q&A • Leading plant-based experts bring clarity to your health and nutrition questions.

WEIGHT-LOSS WARRIOR • Since overcoming her own struggles with obesity and food addiction, Chef AJ has helped thousands of people improve their health through plant-based eating. At 61, the Vegetarian Hall of Famer has never been more committed to her cause.

PROCESSED FOODS AND THE BRAIN

AHEAD OF THE CURVE • Just in time for the new school year, meet four healthy-eating advocates who are planting seeds for a healthier future by bringing the power of plant-based nutrition to schools.

THE LIST • Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are the foundation of a healthful plant-based diet, but that doesn’t mean you have to make everything from scratch. Here’s a short list of products that the Forks Over Knives team relies on, along with some favorite picks from WFPB experts.

EXPERT PICKS

WFPB, Delivered WFPB, Delivered • We picked Chef AJ’s brain for some of her favorite mail-order sources of WFPB specialty foods and ingredients. Then FOK Chef Darshana Thacker headed into the kitchen and started experimenting. Read on for the products Darshana loved most and recipes she made with them.

Stuffed Pancakes with Banana Cream Sauce

Mixed Grill Platter

Sweet Potato-Spinach Lasagna

Ultimate Root Vegetable Stew

Zingy Green Beans and Carrots

Sweet Potato Gingerbread Whoopie Pies

WAFFLE IT! • Your waffe maker isn’t just for batter. Discover four fresh ways to use the classic breakfast tool.

SAUCE BOSS • Inject more flavor into your meals with homemade versions of three classic sauces: Thai red curry, harissa,...