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Resources for Plant-Based Living

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A curated collection of recipes, programs, cookbooks, and tools for plant-based living — wherever you're starting from.

Start wherever you are. These resources span the spectrum — from strictly whole-food and evidence-based to simply plant-based and fun — so inclusion isn't a clinical endorsement. Restaurants and indulgent recipes are gateways, not prescriptions; the Lifestyle Medicine Program focuses on the whole-food end.

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Cookbooks We Love

A starter shelf — beginning with regional Mexican, then a few favorites from authors featured above. Links open a search at Bookshop.org, which supports independent bookstores.

Vegan Mexico Jason Wyrick Soul-satisfying regional Mexican cooking from Jason Wyrick, who reversed his own type 2 diabetes going plant-based. ↳ The Vegan Taste Arizona · Meal Delivery Jason Wyrick's award-winning vegan meal delivery — chef-crafted meals, Phoenix metro. Big Vegan Flavor Nisha Vora Techniques and 150+ recipes from Rainbow Plant Life — a comprehensive guide to cooking with bold flavor. The How Not to Die Cookbook Michael Greger, MD Whole-food recipes built on the same evidence base as NutritionFacts.org. Prevent & Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook Ann & Jane Esselstyn Oil-free, plant-based recipes designed for the Esselstyn heart-health protocol. The China Study Cookbook LeAnne Campbell, PhD Whole-food, plant-based recipes inspired by the landmark research of T. Colin Campbell. The Happy Herbivore Lindsay S. Nixon 175+ fat-free and low-fat vegan recipes from everyday ingredients — the cookbook behind the website above. The Blue Zones Kitchen Dan Buettner 100 longevity recipes from the five Blue Zones, with lifestyle tips woven throughout. The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution Drs. Dean & Ayesha Sherzai A neurologist-designed brain-health cookbook and nutrition program built on the "Neuro Nine" foods. Peaceful Kitchen Catherine Perez, RD 100+ cozy, comforting plant-based recipes from The Plant-Based RD. Caribbean Vegan Taymer Mason 200+ authentic, meat- and dairy-free island recipes for every occasion. Island Vegan Lloyd Rose 75 fresh, bold Caribbean recipes — Jamaica, Trinidad, Haiti, the DR, and more. Puerto Rican Vegan Cookbook Jacinia Perez Traditional, everyday, and holiday Puerto Rican dishes — full of sabor. Vegan Caribbean & Dominican Victoria Amador 100% vegan, gluten-free, and soy-free Dominican and Caribbean cooking. It's All About Plantz & Mushroomz Turnip Vegan Turnip Vegan's viral and favorite recipes (Collection 2) — bold, plant-forward comfort food. Eat to Live Joel Fuhrman, MD The nutrient-density ("Nutritarian") approach to eating for health and lasting weight loss. The Healthiest Diet on the Planet Dr. John & Mary McDougall Why the starchy foods you love are the solution to preventing disease and feeling your best. Digestive Tune-Up Dr. John McDougall A plant-based approach to relief from common digestive complaints, from GERD to IBS. Clean Food Terry Walters A seasonal guide to eating close to the source — 250+ whole-food, plant-forward recipes. Appetite for Reduction Isa Chandra Moskowitz 125 fast, filling, low-fat vegan recipes from the Veganomicon author. Chef Babette — Stuff I Eat Chef Babette Davis Vegan soul food, cookbooks, and wellness from the plant-strong chef behind Stuff I Eat.

Community Picks

A growing, curated collection of favorites gathered from our plant-based community. These are hand-selected over time — check back as new picks are added.

More coming soon

New community favorites will appear here as they're gathered.

Local Favorites — Orlando & Kissimmee

The cluster of fully-vegan kitchens sits in Orlando's Milk District & Mills 50 area, roughly 25–35 minutes from Kissimmee. Closer to home, Taste of Punjab and Bolay (Lake Nona) are dependable plant-forward stops. Dining out is a treat, not a template — these make plant-based easy, not necessarily optimal.

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From Resources to Real Change

These tools are a beautiful place to begin. When you're ready for the science, structure, and personalized guidance that turn information into lasting change, the Integral Health Lifestyle Medicine Program walks the path alongside you.

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A note on these resources.
These external sites are shared for education and inspiration only and do not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Always consult your care team before making significant dietary changes — especially if you take medication for blood pressure, blood sugar, or thyroid conditions.