by Rooted Santa Barbara | Aug 18, 2021 | Health, Lifestyle, Research, Rooted News
A scientific review has found that key factors attributing to the performance and recovery of endurance athletes, such as cardiovascular and heart health, are exceptionally supported by a plant-based diet. Previous studies have shown that endurance athletes, such as...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Apr 22, 2021 | Education, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Rooted News
Rooted Santa Barbara is a community-centered, plant-based lifestyle initiative founded by local health and nutrition professionals. We believe optimal health is rooted in prevention. Rooted empowers Santa Barbara County residents to take a leading role in their health...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Jan 27, 2021 | Education, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Rooted News
What do you think of when you hear “whole food, plant-based?” Is it a vegan diet? Is it extreme dieting? Does it sound like just another dietary option, like paleo or keto? You may be surprised to learn that a whole food-plant-based lifestyle is not about giving up or...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Dec 27, 2020 | Health, Lifestyle, Rooted News
Starting a new year gives us all the feelings of renewal and a clean slate, prompting resolutions, intention setting, and pledges to healthier habits. But many people have a hard time sticking to their new healthy or productive routines, even in the first weeks. What...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Nov 25, 2020 | Events, Lifestyle, Rooted News
The holidays are coming! And while this year’s celebrations will look and feel a little (or a lot) different than usual, some comfort and joy will go a long way this season. The holidays are a fun time to experiment in the kitchen. I know, preparing a plate-filling...
by Rooted Santa Barbara | Nov 4, 2020 | Lifestyle, Rooted News
So, you’re whole-food plant-based and the holidays are coming! Maybe you’re new to this way of eating, or perhaps you’ve been enjoying a plant-forward lifestyle for some time. Your first plant-based holidays can take more planning – but they can also be really...