03/10/25

Recipes Optimizing Women’s Health During Women’s History Month


Climate Diet, a nonprofit dedicated to educating society on how food choices impact health and the environment, is highlighting the power of plant-based eating on women’s health. 

Women’s health research continues to highlight the dangers of excessive meat consumption, while plant-based diets offer numerous benefits:



Heart Health: A study in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that plant-based diets can reduce heart disease risk by up to 32%.



Cancer Prevention: Research links red and processed meats to higher rates of breast and colorectal cancer, while plant-based foods high in antioxidants help reduce these risks.



Hormonal Balance: Phytoestrogens in flaxseeds, soy, and whole grains can support hormone regulation and ease menopause symptoms.



Gut & Immune Support: Fiber-rich foods like lentils, berries, and leafy greens promote a healthy gut microbiome, essential for immune defense and digestion.



To make plant-based eating easier and more enjoyable, Climate Diet offers a collection of easy, delicious, and nutritious recipes:

• VEGAN LENTIL BOLOGNESE RECIPE – A heart-healthy dish rich in iron and fiber.
• VEGAN BERRY BEET SMOOTHIE – Supports reproductive health and reduces inflammation.
• ZUCCHINI NOODLES WITH CREAMY ALFREDO SAUCE – Strengthens bones without the need for dairy.
• VEGAN LENTIL & AVOCADO WRAP – Packed with probiotics for digestive and immune health.

​“Choosing plant-based meals is a powerful step toward better health and a healthier planet,” says Jane DeMarines, Executive Director of Climate Diet. “With our easy-to-follow recipes, we’re making it easier than ever for women to thrive on a plant-based diet in 2025.”


Visit climatediet.org for more recipes, nutrition tips, and resources on plant-based eating.



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ABOUT CLIMATE DIET

Climate Diet is a Maryland-based nonprofit that aims to shed light on a critical, yet often-overlooked climate change culprit — animal agriculture. Recognized as the second-largest producer of human-made greenhouse gas emissions, animal farming is also the leading cause of deforestation, pollution, biodiversity loss, and soil erosion.