PLANT POWERED JUMPSTART

Dive In With the Plant Powered Jumpstart

Whole food, plant-based nutrition is changing people's health across the country. Plant Powered Metro New York can show you how achievable it is to make dietary change, and how quickly the body responds to whole plant foods, through our immersive Plant Powered Jumpstart experience.

Lasting anywhere from 10 days to a full month, the Plant Powered Jumpstart is designed to support a cohort of people in making a complete dietary transition. We provide nutrition education, mentorship, meal preparation demonstrations, and sometimes even meals or pantry bags. Where possible, before-and-after biometric measurements are taken to show improvements to weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and more.
Jumpstart kickoff program
November 2018 jumpstart in West Harlem
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February 2019 jumpstart at JCC Manhattan
To learn more about jumpstarts, we invite you to watch Nelson Campbell's documentary Plant Pure Nation, or watch this short clip from the movie .

14-Day Jumpstart for Northwell Health Leaders

November 16, 2020

Many health care leaders and professionals agree that eating more fruits and vegetables leads to better health outcomes. But perhaps it's news that whole food, plant-based nutrition can also effectively treat and even reverse chronic illness -- everything from diabetes to autoimmune conditions. 

Plant Powered Metro New York is offering a free immersive program to introduce Northwell Health leaders to the exciting new world of plant-based nutrition, which has the potential to dramatically transform our health care systems.

Virtual kickoff event: Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 12:00 PM
The 14 days run from December 3 through December 16, 2020 with virtual educational sessions, culinary demonstrations, meal planning resources, peer mentorship, and group support.

Participants are asked to arrange for private biometric testing before and after the program to document changes and to complete additional surveys for data collection.

Please review the program overview below and reach out to jumpstart@ppmny.org to register.

Testimonials

PPMNY mentor with participantPPMNY mentor Enrica Sacca with a JCC jumpstart participant, February 2019
"I really enjoyed your program because it provided all the tools to make a transition to a healthier lifestyle. The great support, education, wonderful cooking classes  all made a big difference. It really works. I had lab work done after the program and saw an improvement in my lipid profile. Even though they had previously been within the normal range, there was a drop of 10 points. I also lost 5 lbs and am happy to say that I am still following a plant-based lifestyle."

"Just after I completed the 21-Day Plant-Powered Jumpstart, I had a major surgery scheduled. I felt great going into it -- a lot of mental clarity. And I wasn't so scared to have the surgery because I knew I was taking care of my body. My recovery time was really quick. Within two weeks I was ready to get active again. My surgeon was amazed and said she wishes that everyone would eat this way to promote their healing."

"Thank you for bringing this wonderful program to the JCC. I was thrilled to be a Jumpstart participant. I have begun to learn a new language, new food groups, kitchen skills, and delicious recipes, and I got to meet and know new friends. I am impressed by the superb organization and clear, concise flow of information regarding the introduction of this program -- from the handouts to the kitchen demonstrations which started and ended on time! Everyone is so inspiring and supportive, and there is such a joyful camaraderie. I couldn’t be more delighted and grateful, so thank you, thank you, thank you!"

"I think the program was a great success. We felt supported throughout and appreciated our mentors, the webinars, the cooking classes, and all the recipes. I intend to continue with this lifestyle, so I am grateful for your thoughtful and comprehensive jumpstart."

"I thought undertaking the whole food, plant-based lifestyle would be difficult. Instead, I was able to make the transition easily, with no cravings or frustration. I never felt hungry during the 21-day Jumpstart program, nor have I since then. I am content to cook meals and renounce the frequent snacks I used to have."

"Initial labs done last week by my primary physician were really good. It is amazing to see such great progress in such a short period of time."

"The support, education, friendliness provided by the team made the transition easier. Thank you very much."
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. PPMNY is a fiscally-sponsored project of the Center for Transformative Action, a 501(c)(3) organization in Ithaca, NY.