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News & Events for Health Empowerment // December 1, 2022
HIT THE RESET BUTTON IN 2023!
Kick off the new year with a new and energizing path to health! Our 21-Day Plant Powered Jumpstart is back this winter to guide you into a nourishing and achievable plant-based lifestyle.
Who should join? Anyone who is:
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Eager to have more energy, better digestion, quality sleep, or fewer aches and pains.
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Ready to take control of a chronic illness like high blood pressure, obesity, or diabetes.
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Curious about how whole plant foods prevent what might seem like inevitable health issues down the road.
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Lukewarm (we’ve got your back!) or over-the-moon about the idea of making healthy meals at home.
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Looking for a supportive community that has been there, done that!
Want to hear from someone who has experienced how whole plant foods make you feel? David Amon, Community Outreach Specialist at Rise Up East New York and 2021 Jumpstart Graduate, is no longer prediabetic and is taking control of his health one meal at a time. Learn more about David's journey to better health.
Orientation Session: Thursday, January 5 7:00 - 9:00 PM ET
Educational Sessions: Tuesday and Thursday evening sessions from January 10 - February 2
Group Mentorship Meetings: Saturday or Sunday afternoons January 14 - 28
See ourjumpstart brochure for the full schedule and answers to many of your questions! Fees range from $250 to $50. Choose the rate that best fits your budget.
Already loving a plant-based lifestyle? The jumpstart may not be for you, but is there someone in your life willing to give whole plant foods a test-drive? Your words of encouragement (and this email!) may be the spark they need.
Plantathon was a day for the PPMNY record books! Our second annual Giving Tuesday celebration brought together experts in the field of plant-based nutrition, motivating stories of healing, and the real-life experiences of our community members.
Whether you missed it all or want to rewatch your favorite segments, you can head to our Facebook and YouTube channels today, tomorrow, or next year for the replays of Plantathon Part 1 and Part 2. You’ll find a list of our featured guests in the description on YouTube, but here are a few highlights:
Watch an eye-opening segmenton digital health literacy with Anthony Dissen, EdD, MPH, RDN. He breaks down how we can navigate, evaluate, and apply the mounds of health information at our fingertips.
Tune in for Dr. Ayesha Sherzai’s illuminating explanations of how our brains are impacted by the standard American diet and lifestyle, and how they can thrive — from dietary fats and leafy greens to the links between diabetes and Alzheimer’s, she had heaps of important information to share!
Nicole Scholet was surprised at how quickly her body responded to a plant-based lifestyle. Our jumpstart gave her the knowledge, resources, and support she needed to make lasting change, and her long COVID symptoms reduced dramatically. Hear Nicole's story.
Congratulations to our Plantathon Round 1 give-away winners:
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Durene T. will receive a bundle of freshly-prepared plant-based meals, donated by MamaSezz.
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Andra L. and Shveta R. each won a spot in PPMNY’s 21-Day Plant Powered Jumpstart this January.
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Judy L. and Loreen R. will enjoy Sample Packs of bean bars, donated by WellBean.
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Lainie F. won a Deluxe Gift Box of heirloom beans, donated by Rancho Gordo.
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Pamela T. is heading out to dinner for two in the East Village, donated by Caravan of Dreams.
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Sabina R. will stock up on whole grains from River Valley Community Grains in New Jersey.
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Dawn C. is taking home a Sazón & Adobo spice blend combo pack, donated by Loisa.
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Bill F., Karen E., Michele L., Karen T., Jeffrey S., Annette S., and Thelma B. can look forward to carrying fresh produce in their new PPMNY recycled cotton tote bags.
Round 2 prize winners will be announced next week!
In the true spirit of Giving Tuesday, this community came through with tremendous generosity. With over $15,000 raised, we’re on the way to reaching our $50,000 matching challenge put forward by a generous anonymous donor. Every financial contribution before the end of the year will bring us closer to unlocking the full potential of the match.
Give the gift of health empowerment to others in your community!
Thanks again to our Plantathon sponsors!
Our sincere thanks to our featured guests and community members for making Plantathon an epic day of learning and inspiration!
PPMNY Plantathon Team
Hosts: Lianna Levine Reisner, Jim Spellos, and Aifra Ruiz
Production: Jim Spellos and Karina Pearse
Hora Español: Aifra Ruiz y Stephanie Cornejal
Design & Communications: Britt van der Poel, Hana Martinez, Holly Hatfield-Patel
Planning Team: Lianna Levine Reisner, Karina Pearse, Jim Spellos, Lynn Diamond, Holly Hatfield-Patel
La Coach Maria Fernanda Hubeaut, profesora de mindfulness y respiración, viene a charlar de cómo enfrentar los desafíos en los cambios de estilo de vida y de alimentación a través de prácticas de mindfulness y visualización para mejorar el estrés y generar cambios positivos.
Share and sample tasty and wholesome treats at this lighthearted social with the Plant Powered community, hosted by PPMNY organizers Enrica Sacca and Vivian Lee. Everyone attending is invited to bring a dish and also participate in a friendly dessert competition. Vote for your favorite, and winners will receive prizes!
A Night Out at Blossom Monday, December 5, 7:00 - 9:30 PM–Upper West Side, Manhattan Blossom on Columbus, 507 Columbus Avenue $66 prepay required –register hereby Friday, 12/2
Come together with the Plant Powered community at Blossom uptown over a meal featuring fresh, organic vegan fare. Choose from among delicious options in this three-course meal, hosted by PPMNY organizers Elaine Perlman and Rebecca Johnson.
Hear how Lilian M. Correa, RD, MPH, CDN, DipACLM, Director of Education and Training at NYC Health + Hospitals' Office of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine, is bringing lifestyle medicine to the frontlines of healthcare in our community.
If you're new to whole food, plant-based nutrition, this introductory session is your launchpad. Get a big-picture look at the evidence-based science, starter tips and recipes, and answers to your questions! Led by Gail Mayer, MS, RD, CDN, PPMNY Nutrition Educator, and Chef Brandy Cochrane, PPMNY Culinary Educator.
All donations through the end of December are matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000!
Our mailing address: Plant Powered Metro New York, PO Box 20771, New York NY 10025
Plant Powered Metro New York empowers people to find better health and overcome chronic disease through whole food, plant-based nutrition. We offer evidence-based education, resources, and support to create community and inspire change throughout the New York metropolitan area.
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