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Learn How to Read a Nutrition Label

Quick Synopsis Packaged foods that look healthy are often misleading which is why learning how to read nutrition labels is a great skill, especially as you move to a whole food plant-based diet. Make your trip to the supermarket easier with these tips for assessing nutrition labels quickly. The Full Story A whole food...


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Is MSG Unhealthy? The Weird Truth + Sneaky Names for MSG Hiding Right on Food Labels

Quick Page We've written about the sneaky names for sugar hiding on food labels, but what about MSG, which makes its way into many packaged foods? Here's what you need to look out for if you're trying to stick with your whole food plant-based diet. On This Page  What is Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)? Is...


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The Sneaky Names for Refined Sugars Hiding On Food Labels (+ 5 Refined Sugar Free WFPB Dessert Recipes)

Quick Start Trying to follow a whole food plant-based lifestyle but sugar keeps sneaking its way in? You're not alone! It can certainly feel like refined sugar is everywhere...because it kind of is. Worst of all, it's not always easy to identify as you're reading nutrition labels because manufacturers often...


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What is a plant-based diet, exactly? The easy guide for plant-based newbies

Quick Take It’s been said you are what you eat. And while this may not be literally true (something we can all be thankful for), it is true that the food we consume plays a vital role in our health, appearance, and even our mood. That’s why it’s so important...


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Plant Based Diet for Beginners

Want to leave unhealthy eating habits in 2020 and gear up for a whole food plant-based 2021? Eating better was the top New Year’s resolution last year (and most likely this year, too) so you’re hardly alone. That said, making a lifestyle change can be scary! The good news is:...


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Trying a Plant-Based Diet for Weight Loss? You Need These Vegan Grocery Shopping Hacks

A plant-based diet for weight loss has been touted by health experts because it works...but the kind of plant-based diet you follow matters. Not all vegan food is created equally! (Did you know Oreos are vegan?) Before We Begin: The Easiest Way to Start your Plant-Based Diet for Weight Loss No...


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List of Whole Food Plant-Based and Oil-Free Brands

Quick Synopsis Overwhelmed at the grocery store? You're not alone! Transitioning to a whole food plant-based diet can do wonders for your health, but there is a learning curve, especially when it comes to filling up your grocery cart. Worry not! MamaSezz is here to aid in the transition with this...


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8 mistakes all whole food plant based beginners make (and how to fix them)

Quick Take Changing your life and diet is hard — and mistakes will be made. No sweat though! We've been there and we know this: there's always time to right the ship. Here are the 8 most common mistakes all plant based beginners make and how to fix them so...


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Our favorite vegan food at Trader Joe's: your whole food plant based grocery list

Quick Take It's easy to be vegan at Trader Joe's. They've got vegan versions of seemingly everything, from chorizo to mozzarella to animal cookies. And while MamaSezz is all about making mealtime easy, some of the popular vegan convenience foods at Trader Joe's don't quite make the whole food cut. Is Trader...


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Yes You Can Eat Vegan Pasta Dishes

Quick Synopsis Do you think vegan pasta dishes will derail your healthy living goals? You’re not alone. But truth bomb - vegan pasta dishes are only unhealthy when the noodles are refined. You can enjoy your easy vegan pasta recipes. Just choose whole grain varieties of pasta (like brown rice or lentil), read...