Start Off Spring on a Delicious Note With

This 1-Week Plant-Powered Meal Plan

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Are you ready for a meal plan that's fresh, bright and in-season? Our one-week, plant-powered meal plan is made for you right now! Featuring seven days of breakfasts, lunches and dinners, this meal plan allows you to fuel your body with healthy foods and fresh, spring-inspired ingredients. Oh, and every meal is powered by plants – meaning it's vegetarian- and vegan-friendly too. These veggie-rich meals can help improve your gut health, ward off disease and offer long-lasting benefits.

But in addition to being delicious and great for your health, this plant-powered meal plan also has one other perk. It's great for the environment! Eating plant-based meals, even just a few times per week, can make your diet significantly more eco-friendly. And once you try these satisfying, flavor-packed and completely meatless meals, you'll likely realize that incorporating plant-based dishes into your regular diet is a delicious way to reduce your carbon footprint.

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Spring is Here, and We've Got All the Recipe Inspo

You Need to Freshen Up Your Cooking

The days are getting longer (and sunnier!), and the weather is getting ready to warm up – which means we can finally say our goodbyes to winter and get ready for a bright spring. And if your cooking has been feeling a little blah lately, the first week of a fresh season is the perfect time to change things up.

Spring is all about fresh blooms and greenery, both in your garden and at your local farmer's market or grocery store. Fresh produce is coming back in season, so we've rounded up some of our favorite recipes that feature spring ingredients. From leafy greens mixed into satisfying salads to bright, plant-based dips and spreads to dinnertime recipes featuring in-season veggies, these dishes will help you feel inspired all over

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Are You Ready for Spring Allergy Season? We've Got Tips, Natural Remedies and Foods That'll Help: 

These Foods Can Fight Off Allergy Symptoms

Itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion, a runny nose – if you're tired of these allergy symptoms, you can look to your diet to help. Instead of reaching for over-the-counter remedies, try eating these key foods to ease seasonal  allergies.

Breathe Easier with These Allergy-Friendly Ingredients

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The key to preventing spring allergies? Well, it just might be choosing anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich ingredients. We've rounded up some of the most potent allergy-fighting additions you'll want to use in every meal.

Natural Remedies That'll Outsmart Seasonal Allergies

Supplements can do so much for your health and wellness – especially when you're struggling with spring allergies and their symptoms. Add these common supps into your daily routine, and they just might ease your discomfort.

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What we've been reading this week:

Should you actually be focused on hitting 10,000 steps per day? Yoga Journal explains whether your Fitbit is really necessary for your health.

Pasta can get a bad rap when it comes to health. But Oxygen shares a nutritionist's expert opinion on the benefits of this carb-rich meal. 

Artichokes are back in season – but do you know how to prep and cook this delicious green veg? Vegetarian Times has your guide.

Food allergens are changing, and so too are food allergen labels. Better Nutrition has the latest on what you need to know.

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Wake up with a plate of this bright, citrus-y French toast

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This fragrant spring ramen is the perfect make-ahead meal

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Elevate your at-home pizzas with this steak and blue cheese combo