The Basics of Plant-Based Nutrition

Discover how simple, delicious, and empowering plant-based eating can be. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces the core principles of a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle—without overwhelm or restriction.

You’ll learn:

• What “plant-based” really means (and what it doesn’t)
• How to build balanced, nutrient-rich meals
• The proven health benefits of eating more plants
• Easy swaps and everyday habits for long-term wellness
• How to get started even if you’re short on time

Whether you’re “veg-curious,” working toward better health, concerned for the animals, environmentally-conscious, or simply wanting to bring more nourishing foods into your daily life, this class offers clear guidance, practical tips, and supportive inspiration. Leave with the confidence to take your next steps toward a vibrant, plant-powered lifestyle—rooted in wellness and designed to help you thrive.

Jenny Cheifetz is a vegan lifestyle coach and educator at The Flirty Vegan. She lives in Bedford with her husband and two dogs, and has two children in college. She supports people who are flirting with veganism and vegetarianism through plant-based nutrition and lifestyle modifications. Guiding clients to look and feel better than ever is the foundation of her work. She helps them maximize their health potential, reduce risk of disease, and glow from the inside out, all while minimizing harm to the environment and honoring animals. Jenny enthusiastically shows that we can thrive on plants. She shares science, recipes, simple swaps, and support so clients feel excited and encouraged to make lasting changes. In addition to coaching and facilitating workshops, Jenny is the host of The Flirty Vegan podcast that showcases inspiring stories of vegan heroes living with purpose.

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