The Power of Plant-Based Eating: A Healthy Path for You and the Planet

Discover how shifting to a plant-based lifestyle can transform your health and help protect the environment.
This presentation explores the science, benefits, and easy ways to adopt a plant-forward diet.
From boosting immunity and heart health to reducing your carbon footprint learn why plant-based eating is more than a trend; it’s the future of sustainable wellness. 🌍✨

What You’ll Learn:
Core principles of a plant-based diet
Health and nutritional benefits
Common myths debunked
Positive impact on the environment

Perfect for: health educators, wellness coaches, students, nutritionists, and anyone looking to eat smarter and live better.

1. THE POWER OF NOURISH YOUR
BODY,
PROTECT THE
PLANET Presented by

2. WHY PLANT-BASED?
1.Rising awareness of
healthy, sustainable
eating
2.Reduces risk of chronic
diseases
3.Supports
environmental health

3. WHAT IS A PLANT-
BASED DIET?
Focuses on whole,
unprocessed plant foods
Includes fruits, vegetables,
grains, legumes, nuts, seeds
May include minimal or no
animal products

4. HEALTH BENEFITS
Improves heart health
Lowers cholesterol &
blood pressure
Supports healthy weight
Boosts energy & immunity

5. Protein → Lentils, beans, tofu
Iron → Spinach, chickpeas
Omega-3 → Flaxseeds,
walnuts
Calcium → Almonds, sesame
seeds Key Nutrients in Plant Foods NUTRIENT POWERHOUSES

6. Plant-based diets
lack protein
1 cup of lentils = 18g
protein!
MYTHS VS. FACTS
It’s expensive Whole grains &
veggies are budget-
friendly

7. TRANSITION TIPS
Begin with Meatless
Mondays
Swap dairy for plant milks
Add more fruits & greens
per meal
Try new recipes weeklyHOW TO START
SMALL

8. ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT
Lower carbon footprint
Saves water & reduces
waste
Supports biodiversity
GOOD FOR YOU,
GREAT FOR EARTH

9. EAT PLANTS, FEEL THE POWER
EVERY BITE IS A CHOICE FOR YOUR
HEALTH AND THE PLANET.
START TODAY — SMALL CHANGES, BIG IMPACT