In a world where nutrition books are best-sellers and a different supplement is promising the shortcut to health on Instagram every week, the word “diet” is as much a part of our lives as the latest Netflix rom-com or seasonal fashion trend. Keto diet, paleo diet, Atkins, Whole30–the list of trendy diets goes on and on. Before you roll your eyes at the title of this article and click away out of irritation for yet another “diet,” know that plant-based eating is not a fad or wellness shortcut that you stick to for a couple of weeks and then give up.