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Curious About a Plant-Based Diet? Welcome!

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I'm Denise!

My mission is to reduce animal suffering in the world and help you be healthier, one plate at a time!  I created this space to celebrate delicious mostly plant-forward recipes.  I don't believe you have to be "perfect" to make a difference.  Come on along and let's  take small steps to a healthier, more compassionate lifestyle!

hey there!

Let me start by saying: I think we’re going to be good friends! If you love animals, I already like you. And if you’re at least a little curious about a plant-based diet, then we have soooooo much to talk about! Grab a cup of whatever you’re into these days (me? Orange blossom white tea, thanks!) and let’s get to know each other!

I’ll go first – I’m Denise (my real name is Evelyn Denise, but I’ll answer to Ev, Evvie, Denise, Mom, or sometimes even Hey You). GLAD TO MEET YOU! I live just outside of Nashville, Tennessee. My sweet husband, Chris, and I met on a blind date in 1993 and we haven’t looked back since! We have two amazing grown kiddos, and we currently share our home with a big old mixed breed dog, Mason, and three nutty (but lovable!) cats.

I’m kind of a foodie and I love to play with recipes. Now don’t get me wrong, I don’t feel like cooking every night of the week, and we eat out a lot. But when I do cook, I jump all in. I like to put on some Harry Connick, Jr. and throw down. I tend to lean towards Italian or Mexican flavors, but I love to try new seasonings and combinations.

Full confession: I came pretty late to the whole plant-based diet idea. My dad was a meatcutter at the supermarket and I grew up on meat and potatoes, and if you asked me where our food came from, I would say the A&P. But like Maya Angelou said, “I did then what I knew best, when I knew better, I did better.” As I learned more about our horrific treatment of animals by the industrial farming industry, I came to a point where I couldn’t bring myself to eat meat anymore. And when I started studying nutrition through Cornell University, it sealed the deal. I am convinced that a MOSTLY plant-based diet is best for me.

I say mostly because I have two big caveats to the rule: I will eat eggs if I know the farm and can see that the chickens are happy and healthy, and I occasionally eat a little salmon, because I have a VERY strong history of Alzheimer’s Disease in my family. There are some studies that show the Omega 3’s in fatty fish may be good for brain health, and I have to do what I can to beat the odds.

Full confession: sometimes a little sprinkle of parmesan or a chunk of feta falls into my mouth. It happens!

That’s why I like to tell people not to get too stuck on labels. You don’t have to be 100% vegan all the time to see a difference in your health, and even one meatless meal is one less animal on a plate. Just be mindful about what you’re eating and know where it’s coming from. Eat good, fresh, quality food. Support your local farmer.

So, are you ready to eat some veggies? Whether you are new to a plant-based diet or a hippie vegetarian from way back, I hope you’ll find something here that inspires you to get cooking!

And now it’s your turn! Drop me a note at denise@nurtureandnourishco.com, or use the contact form to get in touch! I’d love to hear from you!

Be well!

xo, Denise

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    Hey there! 

    I'm Denise.
    Let's get cooking!

    I'm so glad you're here!  I created this space to share mostly plant-based recipes and easy tips for a feel-good lifestyle!  I'm all about progress over perfection.  There's room here for you, whether your are a long-time vegan, a sometimes-wanna-be-vegetarian, or just someone who wants to add more veggies to their diet.  Let's have some fun! 

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