SAD is a fitting acronym for the Standard American Diet. Overwhelming scientific evidence shows that our dependence on highly processed foods, meat, dairy, and other animal products is a major contributor to the chronic diseases that tether us to costly prescription medications and rob us of our quality of life. Here’s the happy news: You have the power to improve your health, boost energy levels, and prevent chronic diseases simply by changing what’s on your plate. If you’ve seen the Forks Over Knives film, you know that a shift to a plant-based diet is a powerful way to live longer, help the environment, and reduce your risk of getting sick. WHY GO PLANT-BASED? Moving to plant-based nutrition provides several major benefits supported by strong scientific research, including: EASY WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Large-scale studies show that plant-based eaters…