Whole-Food, Plant-Based Day 6: One of my friends first introduced me to Dr. Greger last summer. I’ve read part of his How Not to Die book and watched several videos where he breaks down studies into a way someone without a Ph. D. can understand.

Research: We know plant-based foods have so many benefits, and one that is pretty exciting is their ability to improve moods and fight depression. In short, many plants have an enzyme called monoamine oxidase. This enzyme helps to keep a balance of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine in your neurotransmitters. This enzyme is often used in antidepressants to do the exact same thing. Perhaps eating some berries and kale might help as well.

Resource: Nutrition Facts Website https://youtu.be/NxXm6RhGEAY

Recipe: I’ve got a double dose of recipes today. I had some leftover cilantro-lime rice and made some crispy pan-fried sesame tofu to put on top. Check out the recipes if you are interested!

Cilantro-Lime Rice-https://nourishplate.com/instant-pot-cilantro-lime-rice/

Crispy Pan-Fried Sesame Tofu-https://choosingchia.com/crispy-pan-fried-sesame-tofu/