New York Times bestselling author and PLANTSTRONG founder Rip Esselstyn is joined by a very special guest--his father, Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr.--discussing the nine ways he has documented reversal of cardiovascular disease over the last 40 years.
In this article, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, MD, director of the cardiovascular prevention and reversal program at the Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute and author of Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease, shares his expertise on the best diet we can eat for our heart and overall health.
Every year, Jane and her coven of girlfriends and their families gather together for a magical visit at our family farm. There are twenty-two altogether, so they divide up the meal duties among the…
Jane Esselstyn RN brings her perspective and passion as a nurse, researcher, mother, and teacher to the forefront of the plant-based movement.
This oil-free, low-sodium, vegan Herb-Crusted Bake Tofu recipe is easy to make and a delicious topping on salads, pastas and soups!
You have to give credit where credit is due so this goes to Rip and sister Jane Esselstyn and their Badass Banana Bread. It’s rare that I don’t tweak a recipes, but there was no tweaking needed with this delicious banana bread. They only thing I guess I would change is that I wouldn’t eat half the
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Rip Esselstyn is used to responding to emergencies. So when he learned that some of his fellow Engine 2 firefighters were in dire physical condition he sprang into action.
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Rip Esselstyn is used to responding to emergencies. So when he learned that some of his fellow Engine 2 firefighters were in dire physical condition he sprang into action.
Hot Shots are the firefighters who are dropped into the path of a forest fire to try to stem its destruction. These biscotti are loaded with flavor, crunch, and enough calories to keep hunger away as…
So, it's heart month. We just celebrated the holiday that honors our loved ones, however, it's usually one filled with foods that aren't actually good for the heart. I had the recent opportunity to sit down with Jane Esselstyn to discuss her conference, Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease For Women, taking place Saturday, March 12, 2016 in Cleveland, OH. Jane is a vivacious, easy to talk to woman, who shares my passion for plant-based foods and their ability to prevent and reverse disease. Jane, a registered nurse, recently was a part of a pediatric study on obesity and high cholesterol, where she taught nutrition and plant-based cooking to the adolescents in the plant-based half of the study. The study, conducted by the Cleveland Clinic, found amazing results, and was published in the Journal of Pediatrics, February 2015. It was Jane's father, Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr.'s book, Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease, which lead me to meet Jane, and I'm so glad I did! Jane and her mother, Ann Crile Esselstyn, who share more energy together than an exploding rocket, co-authored The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook: Over 125 Delicious, Life-Changing, Plant-Based Recipes. When I called Jane, she was eating a pile of Brussels sprouts, beets, sweet potatoes, and kale when we sat down for our interview. I had just finished eating a bowl of minestrone soup and a large salad. Together, I'm sure we had green stuff in our teeth (good thing the following conversation took place over the phone)! Me: You've created a conference geared towards Women's Heart Health. Why do you feel education on plant-based living is such a vital topic in the prevention and reversal of heart disease? Jane: Women take care of the village and
Rip Esselstyn is a former firefighter, the son of Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn and author of The Engine 2 Diet. Find his recipes and articles here.
If you've heard about the Engine 2 Diet and want to try an Engine 2 approved recipe, here's a sample recipe to try. This is Rip Esselstyn's "Raise the Roof" sweet potato vegetarian lasagna. It's so good, he says, that he served it at his own wedding! It's also low in fat and cholesterol-free. Recipe courtesy of The Engine 2 Diet, by Rip Esselstyn. When I made this recipe, I only needed one box of lasagne noodles because the veggie mixture was so plentiful that I couldn't fit in another layer. The flavor is great, and I think you could use rotini noodles and bake it in a casserole dish for an easier preparation. (Leave the sweet potatoes in chunks if you do that.) Notice that the recipe doesn't call for any oil. If you use a non-stick wok, just add a little water to the bottom and it works just fine.
Vegan Standby. Hummus from Rip Esselstyn's "Engine 2 Diet" Book. While I have a zillion and a half books, do love the addition of Engine ...
My Plant-Based Family helps families adopt a whole food, plant-based vegan diet that is oil-free and budget friendly.
Lately, I have been trying to tighten up my vegan diet by following the recommendations of Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr. As you may know, Dr. Esselstyn recommends
From the book: “This dough can be made into balls or smashed flat. Our mom insists that cookies should be flat and crisp, while we prefer them round and softer inside. In our oven, the pan looks like an elephant stepped on part of it—half the cookies are flat and half are round balls. Either way, the recipe makes 12 great cookies.”
Whether you call it a christophine, choko, merleton or pear squash, you're sure to appreciate its creamy, dense texture, versatility and health benefits. Do you eat chayote? If you don't, you'll soon know how to prepare it by following the simple...
If you've heard about the Engine 2 Diet and want to try an Engine 2 approved recipe, here's a sample recipe to try. This is Rip Esselstyn's "Raise the Roof" sweet potato vegetarian lasagna. It's so good, he says, that he served it at his own wedding! It's also low in fat and cholesterol-free. Recipe courtesy of The Engine 2 Diet, by Rip Esselstyn. When I made this recipe, I only needed one box of lasagne noodles because the veggie mixture was so plentiful that I couldn't fit in another layer. The flavor is great, and I think you could use rotini noodles and bake it in a casserole dish for an easier preparation. (Leave the sweet potatoes in chunks if you do that.) Notice that the recipe doesn't call for any oil. If you use a non-stick wok, just add a little water to the bottom and it works just fine.
This "plant strong" lasagna is loaded with vegetables, nutrition, and flavor! See the post above for options.
