Pretty simple science, right?

This week, were going to apply this ethos to our goal ofincorporating more plants into our meals.

Plants are now the star!

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Now, whos ready to veg out?

Begin by jotting down the vegetables you already know you enjoy, then try branching out.

Today, were talking spices.

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Like veggies, spices pack an abundance of nutrients and have bioactive medicinal properties.

Current research has shown thatspices support your cardiovascular system, digestive health, and central nervous system.

(Heres looking at you, three-year-old marjoram that you bought for a bread recipe and used once.)

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As time goes on, theflavor and potency of spices really diminishes.

For myself and many others, snacks are a lifeline.

Remember: Vegetables are among the most under-consumed foods in the United States and globally.

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Veggies are not only delicious, butthere aresomany long-term benefits to eating a plant-forward diet.

Tomorrow, Ill show you how to make a big batch of veggie-rich stew.

Check out thefull instructions for how to make this delicious Ital stew recipe here.

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Give yourself a pat on the back.

This makes it less likely that your meals will be an afterthoughtor worse, get skipped.

It also helps kick stress out of the kitchen, which is a major perk.

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