Adopting a plant-based diet really changed my life–and it is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

Today we are talking to a man who gained the energy and confidence to run after his dreams and tackle his goals after losing over 100 pounds. Ryan Van Vugt says the momentum began after he switched to a plant-based vegan diet. Now he’s a plant-powered ultra runner, yoga teacher and author who is passionate about living an authentic life.

Jamar Hotep is a martial artist and all around dedicated athlete who went vegan in pursuit of optimum health. He made the switch despite thinking he may lose some muscle. But instead of losing muscle, he gained that and so much more.

A Houston couple, Jesse and Sara Renovato, are the heart of a story that shows how motivation and determination, along with a little bit of education can lead a person to feats and perspectives that they never imagined.

Today we’re talking to a man who once never imagined going vegan, but since making the switch he’s been inspired to help others, not only see veganism for themselves, but to also think about how every one of us can do something to collectively make the world a better place.

Today we’re talking to a Columbus, Ohio woman who says she easily lost 25 pounds and lowered her cholesterol and blood pressure after switching to a vegan diet three years ago with her husband and two daughters.

Today we are talking to a New York yoga teacher who is joyfully living her best life after tapping into the power of a plant-based lifestyle. Melissa Rios says the simple act of changing her diet pushed a wave of positive transformation in motion.

Scott Alonzo, a man who once thought he could never go vegan, found freedom from hay fever, more energy and clarity after changing to a plant-based diet six years ago. Now, as the creator of A Rare Poboy, he’s finding great success showing others the wonderful possibilities in reimagining plants.