Inventive Ways to Increase Plant Intake
Evidence suggests that women who eat a greater variety of plant foods may experience less severe hot flushes. Eating at least 30 different plants a week can also support a healthy gut microbiome, with emerging research linking gut health to menopause symptoms.
In this article for Happiful Magazine, Amanda shares simple and creative ways to increase the variety of plant foods in your diet.
Read the full article here.
If you're curious about your own plant intake, download your 30 Plant Challenge here to help you get started and track your weekly variety.



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