Plant-Based Diet – Details, episodes & analysis

Master personal trainer and life coach, Kate Galli, answers one of the most common questions in the fitness world: Do we need to eat meat to build muscle? Kate shares her insights and debunks myths about protein and muscle growth on a plant-based diet. She provides practical examples of plant-based protein sources that can help you achieve your fitness goals without compromising your values or health.  

In this episode you’ll hear:
3:00 – The power of discipline.
4:05 – Debunking the myth: Can you build muscle without eating meat?
7:55 – Plant-based protein sources for muscle growth.
11:20 – Kate’s fitness clients.
14:00 – Kate’s opinion on the need for supplements.
18:00 – How to transition to plant-based eating?
20:15 – Kate’s podcast  

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Guest Link: https://strongbodygreenplanet.com/  

CREDITS:
Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann  

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Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

It can be a delicate dynamic to maintain a plant-based or vegan diet while surrounded by family and friends who may not share the same dietary choices. In this insightful discussion with culinary medicine expert, Dr. Sabrina Falquier, we explore practical strategies on how to gracefully navigate social gatherings and family meals. Gain valuable insights on how to advocate for yourself in a positive and empowering way while also honoring the choices of those around you, including cultural traditions. Tune in and empower yourself to thrive on your plant-based journey, no matter who is sitting across the dinner table.   

In this episode you’ll hear:
4:15 – Feeling alone and frustrated at family meals
5:30 – Mexican and other cultural celebratory foods
7:30 – Disrespect and family tension
8:40 – How to stay true to both your beliefs and your family’s cultural traditions
12:30 – Dr. Falquier’s suggestions for plant-based alternatives including tacos, roasted vegetables and sauces.

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As referenced in the episode:    

• Culinary Medicine Recipe podcast 
• Guest Website: https://www.sensationssalud.com/      
• Alternative Food Network Newsletter Sign-Up 
• Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center 
• Other links of interest: Dr. Falquier’s Mexican Tacos Recipe with beans & How to Roast Vegetables on Alternative Food Network’s Apple Podcasts Subscription

CREDITS:
Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann  

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

Fasting diets are all the rage. But what does fasting have to do with longevity, and what are the optimal times to eat? In this episode, Dr. Joseph Antoun, CEO of L-Nutra, breaks down the science behind how our bodies react to periods of fasting and its potential health and longevity benefits. Don’t miss Dr. Antoun’s evidence-based recommendations on the best time to eat and how to incorporate fasting strategies into your routine for weight loss and longevity.

In this episode you’ll hear:

1:45 – Difference between intermittent fasting and prolonged fasting
3:45 – Autophagy and the impact of fasting on cellular health
4:50 – 12-16 hour fast for weight loss
6:30 – Fasting mimicking nutrition and physiological fasting for longevity
11:00 – What happens when you don’t eat breakfast?
12:00 – Clinical trials on fasting mimicking diet
12:50 – Circadian fasting explained
14:25 – What happens in your body when you eat late at night?
15:25 – Help for the late-night snacker
18:30 – Who should not fast?
22:00 – What type of fasting and how often for women in perimenopause & menopause?
24:00 – Dr. Antoun’s warning about Ozempic® and Wegovy®
26:05 – What type of fasting and how often for a middle-aged male?
27:40 – Importance of circadian fasting
29:00 – Is fasting a fad?

References:

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• The Longevity Diet https://www.valterlongo.com/the-longevity-diet/

Credits:
Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

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Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

Do you want to give your skin back its healthy glow? Discover how Ayurveda can nourish not just your body, but also your skin. Guest Lisa Mattam, the dynamic founder of the evidence-based natural skincare line Sahajan, shares the science behind her skincare line that bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern efficacy.

In this episode you’ll hear:
5:00 - What is Ayurveda?
7:35 - What is Ayurvedic skincare?
8:30 - Hyperpigmentation
9:45 - Ayurvedic skincare ingredients
12:45 - “Like dissolves like” – How cleansing oils clean your face, including SPF and pollution.
16:30 - Benefits of face serums
17:15 - Lisa’s skincare routine
21:30 - Why Lisa started an Ayurvedic skincare line?
27:00 - Ayurvedic skincare for psoriasis, eczema, fine lines & hair loss
35:30 - Discount code
36:55 - Smell profile of Sahajan products

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As referenced in this episode:

Integrating Ayurveda Into Modern Medicine with Dr. Sheila Patel podcast episode

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Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

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Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

Whether you’re vegan, lactose intolerant or simply curious about plant-based milks and their ingredients, this episode is for you. To help us take a closer look at milk substitutes, Esther is joined by the CEO of MALK Organics, Jason Bronstad.

In this episode you’ll hear:
3:10 - How Jason Bronstad changed and improved his eating habits
5:30 - Ingredients in some plant-based milks including gums, oils and fillers
10:15 - Why MALK Organics chose to produce oat and almond milk
12:30 - What’s the difference between refrigerated and tetra pak plant-based milks?
16:00 - Should people switch their plant-based milks periodically?
18:50 - Food sensitivity testing
22:30 - What is the #turnitaround campaign?
24:30 - Value, mainstream vs. premium products

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As referenced in this episode:

MALK Organics: https://malkorganics.com/

CREDITS:
Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

What does the future of food look like to you? We asked a variety of food industry experts at a live event to share their predictions of what the future of food might look like. In this short montage episode, hear their predictions on everything from sustainability and food security to fusion flavour trends.

Credits
Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording & Editing: Aidan Robson

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

Want to give your health a boost? In this episode, we speak with Catharine Arnston, CEO of Energybits, about the science behind algae and how it can benefit our mitochondria and women’s health. From cancer protection to better sleep and increased energy, Catharine shares her insights on the power of algae to help reach optimal health.

In this episode you’ll hear:
1:50 – Nutritional and healing benefits of algae
3:00 – Macroalgae v. microalgae
4:25 – The difference between spirulina and chlorella
6:35 – Short and long term benefits of spirulina
10:55 – Benefits of chlorella
12:00 – Chlorella for sleep
12:50 – What happens to our mitochondria as we age?
20:00 – Phycocyanin in spirulina for cancer therapy & Alzheimer’s disease
24:00 – Chlorella to pull out toxins
24:50 – Chlorella for osteoporosis & vitamin K2
27:15 – Chlorella for gut health
30:40 – Is there anyone who shouldn’t take spirulina or chlorella?
33:00 – Doing CrossFit at 86
34:30 – Discount code

References

• If you want to give algae a try, you can visit the ENERGYbits® website at energybits.com. Use discount code AFN for 20% off your order! Note: Alternative Food Network gets a commission if you decide to make a purchase using discount code AFN.
• Doctors+ podcast, Episode 10: The Role of Nutrition in Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Chronic Disease
• Plant-Based Diet, Episode 5: Algae: The Food of the Future

Credits
Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording & Editing: Will Crann

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

Chef Alicia Jenish-Mc Carron of the LinkedIn San Francisco office and Katie Cantrell, CEO of Greener By Default, are two passionate plant-based advocates who share fascinating information about the pilot plant-based program they implemented at the LinkedIn office. Hear how the pilot was received, the delicious plant-based dishes that Chef Alicia creates on-site and what the office has on their menu these days, post pilot. Plus, get tips on how you can make a difference in your own workplace and create a more sustainable and healthier environment. Don't miss this inspiring episode!

In this episode you’ll hear:
3:00 – Mission of Greener By Default
4:00 – The LinkedIn-Greener By Default pilot plant-based program
6:30 – The response to the pilot at the LinkedIn San Francisco office
12:10 – Reasons to consider plant-based as the default menu in a corporate setting
13:05 – Greener By Default’s work with New York City public hospitals
13:45 – What Chef Alicia considers when planning menus for LinkedIn San Francisco
15:00 – How is the budget affected with this type of program?
16:20 – Plant-based milks that Chef Alicia makes on-site
18:45 – Did the pilot work: What’s on the menu today at LinkedIn San Francisco?
19:40 – Types of Greener By Default clients
23:45 – Got questions for Chef Alicia?
25:30 – What else Chef Alicia makes in-house

As referenced in this episode:

• Greener by default website: https://www.greenerbydefault.com/
• Subscribe to Doctors+ Premium Episodes on Apple Podcasts

CREDITS:
Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

I love chocolate! If you’re a chocolate lover and want a healthier alternative, tune in to this episode with Blissfully Better CEO, Bonnie Boroian, to hear how she created chocolate confections with a nutrient-rich, low-glycemic sweetener and whole food organic ingredients.

In this episode you’ll hear:
2:00 – How Bonnie got interested in low glycemic sweeteners
3:30 – About coconut nectar
6:00 – How does Blissfully Better’s sugar content compare to other chocolate bars?
8:00 – About dark chocolate
12:00 – Blissfully Better’s vegan offerings
13:40 – Can someone with diabetes eat Blissfully Better’s confections?
16:30 – Mood benefits of chocolate

As referenced in this episode:

• Blissfully Better website
• Subscribe to Doctors+ Premium Episodes on Apple Podcasts.

Credits:
Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based 

Want a long and healthy life? In this episode, we explore whether a whole food plant based diet can impact one's longevity with The Plant Forward Nutritionist, Hannah Van Ark. We also discuss how much protein we really need, and how to “safely” introduce more beans into the diet. Plus, Hannah shares her recipe for delicious fudgy libido-boosting black bean brownies that you won't want to miss. Tune in for an informative and tasty episode!

In this episode you’ll hear:
5:40 – Hannah’s educational & professional background
8:45 – What do longevity studies suggest for living healthier longer?
10:40 – Blue Zones longevity hotspots
12:40 – How much protein do we need?
15:00 – Soluble fiber
16:10 – The benefits of beans and how to introduce them into your diet
18:10 – Roadblocks to eating a plant based diet 20:50 – Will plant foods increase my grocery bill? 23:10 – Can canned beans be frozen?
24:00 – Plant forward meal planning
27:00 – Black Bean Brownie Recipe

As referenced in the episode:

• Hannah’s free Meal Planning Guide https://www.theplantforwardnutritionist.com/freeguide
• Subscribe to Doctors+ Premium Episodes on Apple Podcasts.
• Difference Between Plant Based and Vegan: Our Guests Respond, Plant Based Diet episode
• Can Hormones Be Balanced Through Food?, Plant Based Diet episode
• YouTube brownie video

Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based