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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we're diving into the importance of taking a break and how it can benefit your health, boost productivity, enhance your professional life, and improve your overall well-being. We'll be sharing some personal stories, practical tips, and insights on why hitting pause can be the key to thriving in all areas of life. Has there ever been a time in your life when you needed to hit pause, or is there something you've been hovering over recently? We'd love to hear, so when you're done listening to this episode, join the conversation at @planttrainers on instagram out and let us know! Let's get started! In this episode we discuss: Taking a break Improves Focus & Concentration Enhances Creativity Boosts Productivity Better Decision-Making Promotes Work-Life Balance Long-Term Sustainability Promotes Personal Growth Prevents Burnout Improves Mental Health Physical Well-being our break Links to things we mentioned: Order Shoshana's new book – I Am a Courageous Cub Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE Plant Trainers - Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Work with us Shoshana – Website, Instagram, Facebook Relaxation For The Mind And Body - PTP481 Improve Your Cell Performance with Shoshana Chaim - PTP454 I Am A Peaceful Goldfish with Shoshana Chaim – PTP404 Our Family Values – PTP014 Our Transition To A Plant-Based Lifestyle – PTP003

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we're excited to discuss Shoshana's latest addition to the "I Am Mindful" series, titled I Am a Courageous Cub. As many of you might remember, Shoshana has a background as a kindergarten teacher and yoga instructor. When our own son was young, she wrote I Am a Peaceful Goldfish to help him navigate his emotions during challenging moments. The book was so well-received that she was inspired to create a sequel. Tune in to hear about the development of I Am a Courageous Cub and discover how it empowers children to embrace courage and tackle new, potentially daunting experiences. In this episode we discuss: The reason for the book? What is the emotion children are struggling with Techniques children are learning What was the inspiration behind it? Who is this book perfect for A bit more specifics on some of the characters What kind of media are you doing to help promote it? How to get a copy? Actionable tips to start with today… Links to things we mentioned: Order Shoshana's new book – I Am a Courageous Cub Shoshana - Website, Instagram, Facebook The Life Of A Plant-Based Teenager with Jordyn Sage – PTP502 I Am A Peaceful Goldfish with Shoshana Chaim - PTP404

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Brandy Gillmore about her own personal and professional experience with mind-body healing. Brandy had some devastating events in her life which left her in severe pain and in a wheelchair. After being rejected for a trial study, Brandy began to understand the world of mind-body healing and put it to use. This allowed her to leave the wheel chair behind and it help hundreds of others change their lives themselves. Brandy Gillmore, a renowned researcher and mind-body healing expert, has garnered global attention with her extraordinary demonstrations of radical healing through the power of the mind. Supported by visual evidence from medical thermal imaging, her groundbreaking results have been published in a prestigious medical journal. Brandy has shared her insights through a captivating TEDx talk and various documentaries. Brandy's journey to discovery was sparked by her own debilitating injury in 2003, which led her on a quest for healing. Through relentless exploration, she unearthed obscure research that ultimately facilitated her complete recovery. Now, Brandy Gillmore is launching her groundbreaking book, "Master Your Mind and Energy to Heal Your Body," hailed by experts as essential reading for unlocking the profound healing potential of the mind. This book offers a transformative understanding of mind-body healing and provides readers with practical steps to tap into their own innate healing abilities. In this episode we discuss: Being connected to nature and the world Doctors who say that's all Brandy Gillmore's story from wheelchair to health Placebos The mind affects physical & emotions Thermal imaging Pain Actionable steps for positive healing today Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE Brandy Gillmore - Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TEDx Talk Master Your Mind and Energy to Heal Your Body: You Can Be Your Own Cure by Brandy Gillmore Dealing With Back Pain with Adam and Shoshana Chaim – PTP468 Staying Motivated In Tough Times with Howard Jacobson – PTP462 Stress, Abuse, and Relationships with Dean Ornish, M.D. – PTP307

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Saray Stancic about her documentary, Code Blue, her book, What's Missing From Medicine and of course her personal journey with health and a plant-based diet. Her own journey with MS, feeling perfectly fine one day and waking up from a short hospital nap, not being able to move her legs is simply amazing. You'll be at the edge of your seat hearing Dr. Saray Stancic speak. Saray Stancic, M.D. is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Lifestyle Medicine. She graduated from New Jersey Medical School in 1993 and after completing her fellowship, accepted the position as Chief of Infectious Diseases at the Hudson Valley VA in New York. In later years, she served as Translational Medical Leader at Roche Pharmaceuticals where she led clinical trials in the field of viral hepatitis and HIV. In 2012, she left her work in Infectious Diseases to fully dedicate her time to the field of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Stancic's interest in Lifestyle Medicine is rooted in her personal story as a patient living with multiple sclerosis. She is the founder of one of the first Lifestyle Medicine practices in the country, and mentors the Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Stancic seeks to spread the power of preventive Medicine on a global scale and bring needed change to how we train physicians. She is Producer of the documentary film; Code Blue, which made its global release on May 26th, 2020. Dr. Saray Stancic released her first book on January 12th, 2021 entitled, What's Missing from Medicine; Six Lifestyle Changes to Overcome Chronic Illness. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based Multiple Sclerosis Adam's story Code Blue, the documentary Pushback Lifestyle medicine What's Missing from Medicine?

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Sam Turnbull about how to be a fast, easy, cheap and healthy vegan! Her new book has easy recipes that don't take long and all cost under $10. We've made some dishes and we concur...they are indeed everything she has intended it to be...even with organic ingredients most of the time. There are plenty of tips for new and seasoned home chefs. You'll laugh at Adam throwing Shush under the bus a little here too! This show will inspire you to get out and make some new delicious dishes. Sam Turnbull is the creator of the brand and blog - It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken. As a face for the vegan community, Sam and her recipes have been featured on TV and radio, and in numerous magazines and newspapers. She is the author of the incredibly popular cookbook, Fuss-Free Vegan, published in 2017 and now her new book Fast Easy Cheap Vegan hits bookshelves today! In this episode we discuss: Comfort food - can it be healthy? Tips for new home cooks and for seasoned vets How to get things creamy without it curdling! How to spend little and gain a lot Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack ideas New book: Fast Easy Cheap Vegan

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Kate Kunkel all about improving and maintaining good brain health and dementia. She embarked on this journey after her mom's illness and is on a mission to help with brain health and dementia prevention. We talk about everything from hips to waist ratio, to food, drugs, toxins, sleep, mindfulness, music, and more. There is something for everyone to learn and apply in this podcast, so please share. Kate Kunkel is embarking on what she considers the most important mission of her life - to make dementia a rare disease and to empower people to take control of their own health and future. As a vegan nutritionist, mindfulness practitioner, and sound therapist, Kate helps people improve their health, sharpen their minds and save their brains from the devastation of cognitive decline. In her workshops, through coaching, and in her latest book, "Don't Let the Memories Fade", Kate admonishes people to take control of their health because, she says, "It's never too early to look after your brain, but it can become too late". In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based Doing vegan right Her mother's health journey Brain health Cancer and dementia Negative emotions Waste to brain ratio Tips for dementia prevention Is dementia only for young people Genetic component Tips to start with now Early Signs and symptoms

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we celebrate our 400th episode by sharing some amazing clips from some of our favourite plant-based doctors. There has been so much that we've learned and so many amazing people that we have interviewed. It was hard to choose a topic for this monumental time. We decided to go back and share 12 of our favourite clips from many of the plant-based doctors you know and love. We also wanted to make sure that we said thank you to every single one of you who has ever listened, downloaded, subscribed, and left a rating or review. A cool fact we've also discovered recently is that our podcast is in the top 1% of the almost 2,000,000 podcasts out there. All we do is put out the content, it's you who consumes it, utilizes it, and helps improve your quality of life as well as that of people around you. So congratulations to you and thank you for allowing us into your lives. We hope you enjoy this one, as we take you back in time to a few gems from nearly 400 episodes. In this episode we discuss: Exercise vs movement Protein Erectile Dysfunction Feeding children What's in our baskets Fibre Much much more!

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Victoria Moran about improving your health through the teachings of yoga. Many of us have had to pivot in our jobs, businesses, and personal lives in the last year. Victoria shares how she has pivoted both in her business and with her daily routines. We talk about Ayurveda and yogic ideas and how they overlap with other cultures can be incorporated with your cultural traditions and how there is also a disconnect at times. Make sure you listen through to the end if you are wondering why more yogis are not vegan. Listed among VegNews Magazine's "Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors" and voted PETA's "Sexiest Vegan Over 50" in 2016, Victoria Moran has written thirteen books, including The Love-Powered Diet, Main Street Vegan, and the international bestseller, Creating a Charmed Life. Featured twice on Oprah, Moran hosts the award-winning Main Street Vegan podcast on Unity Online Radio, produced the 2019 documentary, A Prayer for Compassion, and is director of Main Street Vegan Academy, training Vegan Lifestyle Coaches and Educators. A vegan of thirty-seven years, Victoria lives in New York City with her husband, Rev. William Melton, founder of The Compassion Consortium, a vegan Interfaith ministry, their rescue dog Forbes, and rescue pigeon, Thunder. In this episode we discuss: Pivoting Looking for the little miracles Shifting to online Whole person health Ayurveda Schedules and routines Sleep Incorporating Ayurveda with your own culture Feeding a dog an omelette Spiritualism without the religion Why Aren't more yogis vegans

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Sachin Patel, formally known as doctor, all about his 7 Core Principles For Healing. Sachin gave up his doctor's rights as he felt like the medical system would not allow him to practice the way he wanted which is giving the patient the tools for prevention and lifestyle as "medicine". We had a great time talking about the intention of your actions, how important vocabulary is and the 7 core principles of the mind-body approach for healing. We think they are so basic, yet so profound and you will probably be doing some of these already and you will for sure think about how you can take it to the next level or even find something to start fresh with today. This is perfect for you to share with anyone in or outside of the plant-based world. Sachin Patel is a father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice success coach, speaker, author, and plant medicine advocate. Sachin is convinced that "the doctor of the future is the patient" and he has committed himself to help others raise their consciousness, activate their inner doctor, and initiate their deepest healing through the use of lifestyle, breath-work, and respectful utilization of psilocybin. Sachin founded The Living Proof Institute through which he pioneered a revolutionary approach to patient-centered healthcare. Sachin coaches hundreds of practitioners around the world so that they are empowered to deliver affordable and inspired care to their communities through his Perfect Practice Mentorship Program. He is an advocate of transforming the healthcare paradigm and he has devoted his life to the betterment of health care for both patients and practitioners. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based "If you're trying to beat disease, more likely your going to beat your body up in the process" The vocabulary used to retrain the brain The intention Love labels on clothing 7 core principles to the mind-body approach for healing Teachability and coach-ability Where to start today

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Camille Labchuck and Jessica Scott-Reid all about animal protection laws in North America. If you have ever wondered if there are laws protecting wildlife, livestock, or even your pets, this is the podcast for you. We talk about the work Camille did with Animal Justice to "Free Willie" and what they are working on now. They both talk to us about transportation laws, fur farming, Ag Gag laws, adopting animals and so much more. Camille Labchuk is an animal rights lawyer and executive director of Animal Justice—Canada's only animal law advocacy organization. Under her leadership, Animal Justice fights legal cases in courtrooms across the country, works to pass groundbreaking new laws, and ensures industries are held accountable for illegal animal cruelty. Camille has litigated to advance animals' legal interests at all levels of court, including before the Supreme Court of Canada. She regularly testifies before legislative committees, and was instrumental in passing a precedent-setting national ban on whale and dolphin captivity in 2019. She has filed false advertising complaints against companies making misleading humane claims; documented Canada's commercial seal slaughter; and exposed hidden suffering behind the closed doors of farms and zoos through undercover investigations. Camille also regularly defends and protects the rights of animal advocates. Camille is a frequent lecturer on animal law, co-host of the Paw & Order podcast, and a regular contributor to national publications like the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star. Jessica Scott-Reid is a journalist and animal advocate. She covers animal and vegan topics for media across Canada and beyond, including The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, Winnipeg Free Press, Sentient Media, Planet Friendly News, and Tenderly Magazine. She is also a co-host of the Paw & Order Podcast. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based PETA Animal Justice Animal protection laws Transportation laws of live stock Farming laws Laws for pets Adopt don't shop Hot topics for upcoming laws Fur farming Mink farming and COVID Whale and dolphin band Ag Gag Laws Animal Justice Academy

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we share with you a beginners guide to a plant-based diet focusing on all the vocabulary you need to know when going plant-based or vegan. There are a lot of you out there who are just starting and have not had a ton of exposure to some of the staples or ingredients. So we are going to help you get on your way to feeling like a plant-based diet and lifestyle is eventually going to be easy...or at least easier. We promise, once you are at it long enough you'll feel like it is easy. But with everything, there is a learning curve. This podcast was inspired by one of our listeners...so thank you, Kathleen! Please share this with every newbie out there as it will save them a lot of time in the grocery store and researching online. In this episode we discuss: Plant-based diet Food Synonyms Kale Nuts and seeds Protein is everywhere How do you pronounce quinoa Pulses, legumes, beans… Nooch Potatoes Sea veggies How to know if it's dairy? How to know if it contains animal products? Results may vary B12 & Vit D

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Chef Lauren D'Agostino all about creating easy meals for date night, Valentine's Day, and other special moments. Many couples are staying in and taking less time to have a date night and Valentine's day is on its way. Lauren gives us some fun ways to "fancify" or up-level everyday easy meals without spending hours in the kitchen. You will love her pantry staples, batch cooking ideas, and Valentine's Day desserts. Lauren D'Agostino is a private plant-based chef, kitchen confidence coach, speaker, and author, helping veg-curious and plant-passionate people fall in love with plant-based food. Everything she does in the kitchen is infused with fun, familiarity, and high-vibrations of love, joy, and gratitude - and often essential oils, with recipes from her cookbook. When she's not in her kitchen cooking, she's in the virtual kitchen, teaching self-conscious and intimidated cooks the plant-based fundamentals so they can master the intuitive bliss of healthy and flavorful meals in the day-to-day. Inspired by her career as a professional vegan chef, the global consciousness awakening, and her graceful transition into living a delicious plant-based life, she is guiding others to create lasting habits by incorporating more plants, both on and off the plate. In this episode we discuss: Connection Going plant based Getting it right 3 categories of planted staples Shopping Batch cooking Easy meals Valentine's Day up-level ideas Valentine's desserts Tips for plant-based beginnings

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Stacy De-Lin all about the COVID19 vaccine. This is a topic we have not talked about before. We were quite unsure about this vaccine when it first came out. So we have been doing our due diligence and we have been looking to those we trust to provide us with facts so we can decide as a family. And that is exactly what we wanted to do for you today. Have an expert we trust to put the facts in front of you. Dr. Stacy has no agenda here other than to educate on science and protect society from continuing to be like what she has witnessed over the last 11 months. We talk about the new strains, who should and should not be vaccinated, what is really going on with reported side effects of the vaccine, and long haul COVID19 symptoms. And there was one question we didn't ask on-air but wanted you to know. Just because you were already diagnosed COVID19 positive does not mean that your body is still resistant to the mutating strains. And we talk about the strains mutating. If you'd like to hear more about that you can head over to The Plant Trainers Podcast Episode 363 with Dr. Mehta where we talk about understanding pandemics. Dr. Stacy De-Lin, MD, is a board-certified physician whose specialty and area of practice is gynecology and family planning. She worked through the height of the COVID19 pandemic in the spring of 2020 in New York City, and one of her roles as Associate Medical Director at her clinic during that time was to follow all of the emerging evidence on COVID19 to keep staff and patients safe. Since then, She's continued to stay up-to-date on the evidence and has used her Instagram account at @stacydelin_md to make science accessible. She has been a vegan for 10 years and is an athlete and animal-rights advocate. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based Working the front line Mutations Taking necessary measures How the vaccine came out so fast Long Haul COVID19 Symptoms Scepticism Vaccine side effects Does the vaccine change your DNA? Any animal products in the vaccine? Animal testing Who should not get the vaccine? Anaphylaxis Flu shot and COVID19 vaccine COVID19 and the flu What else we need to know

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Murray Hidary about MindTravel and taking music beyond entertainment. Buckle up, because today we not only talk to Murray about music for meditation and healing, but we actually get to have a live MindTravel experience here. Understanding more about neuroplasticity in order to prevent and deal with stress is key in the MindTravel philosophy. Murray shares how he found meditation, his connection to music and how the combination ripples into all areas of a healthy lifestyle. Stay tuned to learn more about our MindTravel and find a place to relax and come traveling with us! Through music, the language of emotion, MindTravel creator and composer Murray Hidary seeks to open the heart to healing and transformation with his evocative, live-piano compositions. Recently, the music of MindTravel has also served to bring awareness and a call to action on issues like social justice and climate change. Hidary has brought MindTravel to iconic theaters and spectacular outdoor venues in over 100 cities the world over. From the deserts of the Middle East to the first-ever piano concert on the continent of Antarctica, Murray seeks to bridge gaps in understanding through the universal language of music. Murray is also an entrepreneur and tech pioneer and in the early days of the Internet co-founded and built companies including EarthWeb, Dice Inc, Vista Research and eBillity. Today, he is focused on the human experience and, through MindTravel, helps people better connect with themselves and one another. In this episode we discuss: Sunsets Becoming veg Finding music Meditation MindTravel The neuroplasticity of meditation Different brain frequencies Who it's for Collective experience and individual experience Our media diet Navigating emotional state A MindTravel experience here live Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE Murray Hidari - Instagram MindTravel - Website, Instagram, Facebook MindTravel PopUp Experiences Relaxation For The Mind And Body – PTP481 Powering Your Redox Potential with Shoshana Chaim – PTP438 Meditation For Kids

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Baxter Montgomery all about complex medical illness and a prescription for better health. While Dr. Montgomery has been practicing cardiology, he has many patients with so many other illnesses that all overlap. He is doing everything he can to encourage his patients to adopt a whole food plant-based diet but finds that there are so many who are not willing to go the extra mile or are still not getting all the results they expected by doing so. You will hear how childhood, past experience, and environment set many up for their health and what fundamental approaches can be taken. Dr. Baxter Montgomery is a Board Certified Cardiologist with years of experience in the latest medical practices and nutritional health. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Texas in Houston, a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the founder and president of the Houston Cardiac Association (HCA). Having seen many patients suffer the consequences of chronic heart disease, Dr. Montgomery founded the Montgomery Heart & Wellness Center in 2006 with the mission to reverse and prevent life-threatening illnesses. Located in Houston, Texas, The Montgomery Heart & Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art wellness facility complete with all the technology and resources to provide comprehensive medical and wellness care. Combining his medical practice with a food-driven lifestyle intervention, Dr. Montgomery introduces patients to a novel food classification system that helps reverse chronic conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, obesity and diabetes without medications or surgeries. He has refined this process over the past 10 years with profound positive results in severely ill patients. In addition to running Montgomery Heart & Wellness, Dr. Montgomery also does other hospital procedures and teaches young physicians. He is also the author of The Food Prescription for Better Health, a comprehensive guide for reversing chronic illnesses. In this episode we discuss: Family Becoming a doctor Becoming plant-based Complex medical illness Suppressing symptoms vs getting better Is plant-based the answer for everyone How environment affects us Other fundamental approaches Unhealthy childhood Better bitter breakfast Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Paw & Order Podcast Dr. Baxter Montgomery - Website, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube Dr. Baxter Montgomery's Nutritional Boot Camp Program Your Food Prescription For Better Health by Dr. Baxter Montgomery Healthy At Last with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams - PTP390 Fiber Fueled For Better Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz - PTP356 Colitis and Your Gut Microbiome with Dr. Angie Sadeghi - PTP339

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Jennifer Simmons about breast cancer basics. This episode is really a treat. Dr. Jenn is so knowledgeable and no nonsense. She recounts her story of overcoming Graves Disease, overcoming COVID and giving up her successful surgical career to help others with their health in a more natural and holistic manner. You will hear all about where soy, breast exams, mammograms and meditation have their parts. Both males and females will find this episode fascinating. Dr. Jennifer Simmons is a Functional Medicine Doctor and founder of Real Health MD. She attended Jefferson Medical College, completed a general surgery residency at Albany Medical Center, and was the inaugural fellow in breast disease in Philadelphia. Dr. Simmons was one of the leaders in breast surgery and cancer care in Philadelphia for 16 years. Passionate about the idea of pursuing health rather than treating illness, she has immersed herself in the study of functional medicine and aims to provide a roadmap to those who want to know real health. Dr. Simmons frequently speaks on her health journey, and on what she has learned in the course of healing herself. She continues to serve her breast cancer population by helping them and others to achieve hormonal health. When Dr. Simmons is not working, you can find her spending time with her family, at the dog park with her three dogs, perusing her local farmers market, on the tennis court, or in the kitchen with friends cooking up a storm. In this episode we discuss: COVID is no different than other diseases Finding plant-based Graves Disease The cause of breast cancer Men and breast cancer Soy Testing food with heart rate Breast exams Mammograms

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Vesanto Melina about how to adjust your diet if you are living with hypoglycemia or often get the case of being hangry! We begin by looking into this 78 year old dietician's run in with the dairy industry and how to get enough calcium and vitamin D without the dairy products too. Then we move into managing low blood sugar levels and talk about lots of ways to make small changes to meals to stay satiated longer. You'll love the tips you get here for children and adults and you may even find you can begin going longer stretches between meals. And of course she gives some good seasonal meal ideas. Vesanto Melina, MS, Registered Dietitian is co-author of books that have won awards in the U.S. and Canada and received star rating by the American Library Association as "the go-to books" on plant-based nutrition. Most recent are Becoming Vegan (Comprehensive and Express Edition) and The Kick Diabetes Cookbook, (all with dietitian Brenda Davis). Vesanto has taught nutrition at Seattle's Bastyr University and at the University of British Columbia and is a government consultant. She is lead author of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics current Position Paper on Vegetarian Diets. She is an internationally known speaker. In this episode we discuss: Community The dairy industry getting shaken up Grumpiness Transitioning ideas for compromise with family Blood sugar level Understanding hypoglycemia How to adjust your meals to keep better levels What to eat if your sugar is low Legumes for kids Getting calcium and vitamin D Some nice meals Links to things we mentioned: Biofy Limitless Greens – Grab your coupon Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Putting An End To Picky Eaters Vesanto Melina - Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Becoming Vegan Kick Diabetes Cookbook Nourish Your Plant-Based Pregnancy with Brenda Davis - PTP383 Optimizing Plant-Based Nutrition with Reshma Shah, MD - PTP379 Plant-Based Paediatrics with Dr. Reshma Shah – PTP270 The Paleo Debate with Brenda Davis R.D. – PTP210

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Eric Adams, Brooklyn Borough President and author of the book Healthy At Last. Eric shares how after years of watching his mom suffer from type 2 diabetes he too was headed down that path and what he did was not LIVE with it, but REVERSE it. He has made amazing progress with schools and hospitals adopting more plant-based and healthy options. He also shares why it's so important for communities to start changing the quality of black culture foods and how to do that. Please share this episode with any politician or leader in your community as Eric has an important message for them as well. Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams was born in Brownsville and raised in South Jamaica--one of six children raised by a single mom who cleaned houses. As a young man, Eric faced homelessness, hunger and brutality at the hands of police. But instead of giving into anger, Eric joined the NYPD and fought for reform in the department. He also put himself through school, earning undergraduate and graduate degrees. From the NYPD, he was elected to the State Senate, where he pushed through measures to protect tenants and workers, and advance human rights. As Brooklyn's first Black Borough President, he has worked tirelessly to grow the local economy, reduce inequality, improve public safety, and advocate for better government. In this episode we discuss: Being full of great Finding plant-based Genetics and trajectory Planting vs burials School and hospital projects Recommendations for politicians Helping change the quality of nutrition in black Americans culture foods Respect and change Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Eric Adams - Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Healthy At Last by Eric Adams - Instagram, Facebook, Twitter A Forefather of Plant-Based Nutrition, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn – PTP208

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we offer you an opportunity to create your vision and to look back on 2020 and look forward to 2021. This episode is short, but we hope you will go through it and press pause to think hard, reflect within and answer the questions. We hope this will help you find more direction and create a plan to follow your internal compass moving you towards your 2021 goals. How to reflect on your year: In 2020, What were some of your wins? What were some of the challenges YOU had control over? Where are the gaps? How can you take action to fill in those gaps for 2021? How do you feel with overall satisfaction in your life? By December 31, 2021, Where do you want to be professionally? Think about where you want to be financially? Where do you want to be personally/socially? Think about where you want your health to be? Where do you want your fitness to be? Where do you want your nutrition to be? 1-2 hobby/lifestyle items, where do you want them to be? How do you want to feel with overall satisfaction in your life? Let's break that down now to know what you need to do to achieve these goals: What do you need to do? How much time do you need to do it? What days will you do it? What particular tasks need to get done during that time? How will you hold YOURSELF accountable? Do you need to find an accountability partner? Will hiring someone to do something FOR YOU help? Do you need to hire someone or take a course to LEARN HOW to do it for YOURSELF? ARE YOU COMMITTED? Write your vision statement: I am happy and grateful that I --, --, --, --, --, --, on or before Dec 31, 2021. Write out your vision, put it on your mirror, fridge, dashboard, and even screen savers. Links to things we mentioned: Support us on Patreon 💕Please use this link to discover more about FemCity, Heart Centred Networking for women, and it will give you a referral discount I Am A Peaceful Goldfish by Shoshana Chaim, coming April 13, 2021 Our Favorite Gifts For The Holidays - PTP384

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we have Aaron Fisher back on to talk about motivation, inspiring others, and his new book Love Letters that is hot off the presses. Aaron has become a good friend since he was last on the show. While he was training and carrying out his COVID safe, self-supported IronMan, Adam was inspired to help him out on his runs and had an athletic endeavor of his own as part of Aaron's I AM challenge. The way Aaron talks about helping others be the best they can is quite inspiring. We also get to dive into the story beyond Love Letters, Aaron's new book. Aaron Fisher was born with an innate passion for helping others. In his 20's he had moved to China, created a charity to facilitate schooling for kids in remote towns throughout the country, spoken globally at motivational business development seminars, and has coached fortune 500 companies like Yahoo and H&M on leadership and personal development skills. In 2014, he co-founded Copper88 - a unique garment embedded with rehabilitation and health attributes. Aaron spearheads the company's research and development team, driven by a core value system to help people all over the world feel and live better, healthier lives. Aaron Fisher is also an established photographer, mindset coach, and recently released his new book "Love Letters" in 2020. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based Motivation Self supported COVID Ironman I AM Have to vs Get to Judgement Love Letters Writing and mental health Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Get your "Plantpower" Toque Aaron Fisher - Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Podcast Peaces of Possibility The Book - Love Letters by Aaron Fisher Copper88 Setting Intentions with The Awakening Self Aaron Fisher – PTP284

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Nital Jethalal all about food and nutrition economics, or plant-based econ as the cool kids are calling it these days. Have you ever wondered what the impact would be if everyone went 80, 90, or even 100% plant-based? What effect would that have on the environment, the economy, and even the healthcare systems? What about meat taxes? We take a deeper look at that in today's show. Nital is a smart guy and you'll be intrigued by this conversation for sure. Nital Jethalal is a Toronto-based nutrition economics researcher. He was introduced to the benefits and wonders of whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) living as a teenager. After working in strategic policy at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, in 2008, he started to wonder what would happen if Canadians went largely plant-based. Over ten years later, Nital founded Plant-Based Economics, is one of three researchers behind Plant-Based Data, and is increasingly active in food strategy in Toronto. He sits on the Board of Directors for both the Toronto Vegetarian Association (acting president) and the Toronto Veg Food Bank. He is currently focused on initiatives that help the city achieve climate change emission targets and initiatives that foster greater adoption of plant-based foods throughout the city. Nital has a MSc in Economics from Queen's University and an E-Cornell certificate in plant-based nutrition. He is also a certified reiki practitioner and ashtanga yoga teacher. In this episode we discuss: Community Finding plant-based What if everyone went plant-based? Plant-based Economics Health Economics Nutrition Economics Celebrating the rise of Veganism Rise in plant-based and changes in animal industry Meat tax Actionable steps Plant-based data TVA Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Nital Jethalal - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Plant-Based Economics - Website, Instgram, Twitter Plant-Based Data - Website, Twitter, Medium Toronto Vegetarian Association Animal Agriculture and The Origin of Pandemics with Dr. Tushar Mehta - PTP363 Undo It!: How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases with Dean Ornish - PTP295 Effects of Food with The Creator of The Glycemic Index, Dr. David Jenkins – PTP266 Why You Should Grow Your Own Food with James Marin - PTP354 Animal Justice Beyond Animal - The Growth Of The Ethical, Cruelty-Free, Sustainable Economy Cruelty-Free Investing

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Oren Epstein, owner of Bio Raw about the importance of supporting local and sustainable businesses. This has always been an important issue. We find it even more pressing these days due to COVID19 as more and more small, local and vegan businesses are shutting the doors temporarily or for good. You'll hear about why and how to choose local and organic and how every small purchase can make a big impact. As a local Toronto food innovator, Oren Epstein is on a mission to usher in a conscious shift within the marketplace towards real, organic, whole plant-based foods. He is committed to producing vegan and organic nutrient-dense products that are designed by a nutritionist. He is also the founder of The Vegan Broker, a company that exclusively works with brands that produce the healthiest and cleanest products, and which are always free from animal products. Across Canada and the United States, Oren is aspiring to support global awareness in the retail market by dedicating his career to exclusively representing vegan brands. His vision is a cleaner, greener, plant-based society. In this episode we discuss: Challenges of small businesses Pivoting Voting with your dollar What has changed in small business Supporting local Why organic A message to other small businesses How to support local businesses What is Bio Raw? Finding plant-based and vegan Vegan and healthy Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Get your "Plantpower" Toque Oren Epstein - LinkedIn, The Vegan Broker Bio Raw - Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Brain On Plants and Sustainable Clothing with Zale and Stacey - PTP347

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Kartikeya Talreja all about Ayurveda, one of the oldest health systems in the world which originated in India more than 5000 years ago. Ayurveda believes that most diseases originate with imbalances in the digestive system. We dive into the three different types of constitutions, or Doshas, and their characteristics. We also have a look at their elements and what each dosha should be eating. Kartikeya is a certified Ayurvedic nutritionist and lifestyle coach. He helps people eat wholesome nourishing food, in sync with their natural constitution, by nature's rhythms and seasons to enhance well-being and promote healing through the wisdom of Ayurveda. He offers unique customized nutrition plans, recipes, and helps with menu planning if needed based on every person's unique constitution and needs. In this episode we discuss: Vegetarian to vegan What is Ayurveda? 5 elements 3 Constitutions State of imbalance What to eat Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods - eCookBook Kartikeya Talreja - Website, Instagram, Facebook Meditation For Kids Meditation & Visualization With Harley Monte - PTP018 Setting Intentions with The Awakening Self Aaron Fisher – PTP284

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we let you in on our favorite things that you should totally know about that can make great gifts for the holidays or you may even be able to get a hold of on Black Friday. We always appreciate you being here and we know you must enjoy the show. Some of these items that would make great gifts come with promo codes and discounts to you that help pay some podcasting bills. And when you click through our Plant Trainers Amazon site, you don't pay a cent more, but we get a tiny gratitude from Amazon that helps fund our interns. In this episode we discuss: Small bits of algae and hush weighted blankets, Bright Biofy smoothies and air fried Brussel nuggets, Black bean chilli boiled up in an instant pot, These are a few of our favorite things to shop. Pink salt lamps and gel for your muscles, Kids books and cookbooks and bicycle trainers, Only what we use for ourselves is what we sing, These are a few of our favorite things. Links to things we mentioned: Biofy Limitless Greens – Grab your coupon Hush Blanket - get $35 off with code: PLANTTRAINERS35 ENERGYBits – use "planttrainers" at checkout for a discount! Find more at planttrainers.com/384

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Ellie Laks about lessons you can learn from a cow (and chicken) and Cow Hug Therapy. It was amazing to hear that cows partake in many self-care rituals. We found it so interesting to hear about the connection she had with animals from a young age. That led us into exploring the intuition children have and how that changes into adulthood. We explored the state of the world's ecosystem and what we can do to make this world healthier for future generations. Ellie Laks is the Founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation, a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates unwanted animals and heals people with the same stories of abuse and neglect. She is a powerful speaker, celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, animal communicator, and the author of "My Gentle Barn: Creating a sanctuary where animals heal and children learn to hope" and has her new book coming out soon, Cow Hug Therapy. Ellie founded The Gentle Barn in 1999. She invented her own "Gentle Healing" method that allows old, sick, injured, and terrified animals to fully recover. Ellie is the creator of cow hug therapy and has hosted hundreds of thousands of people who have come to The Gentle Barn seeking hope. In this episode we discuss: How Ellie found a vegetarian lifestyle Discovering egg exploitation Finding the chicken at school Child vs adult intuition The world's ecosystem 3 Actionable steps to helping the planet Cow hug Therapy Self care lessons from a cow Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE Ellie Laks: Website, Instagram, Facebook The Gentle Barn: Website, Instagram Cow Hug Therapy: How the Animals at the Gentle Barn Taught Me about Life, Death, and Everything In Between Making The World A Kinder Place with John Oberg – PTP331 Animal Protection Laws with Camille Labchuk and Jessica Scott-Reid – PTP397 Bringing Animal Protection Into Schools with Mike Farley – PTP415 Monkeying Around With Animal Advocacy – VegWorld Magazine

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Brenda Davis all about plant-based pregnancy and her new book Nourish. If you are wondering if a plant-based pregnancy is safe, what the risks are, and how to make sure you are getting all your micronutrients, then you will not be disappointed. Brenda gives scientific support on how to manage a plant-based pregnancy and if a raw food diet should even be an option. And of course, she talks about the best options for formula if breastfeeding is a non-option and what you need to know about solids, fats, and nuts when the baby starts eating foods. Please share this with anyone in childbearing years (or their parents), as this knowledge is very important for them. Brenda needs no introduction as she has been a guest on the show before and is so widely known and respected... But here is what you should know in case she is new to you. Brenda Davis, registered dietitian, is a pioneer in plant-based nutrition and an internationally acclaimed speaker. As a prolific nutrition and health writer, she has co-authored 12 books with nearly a million copies in print in 15 languages. Her most recent works include Nourish with pediatrician Dr. Reshma Shah (to be released TODAY Nov. 2020), Kick Diabetes Essentials (2019), and The Kick Diabetes Cookbook (2018). Brenda has been the lead clinical nutrition specialist in lifestyle medicine research and demonstration programs in the Marshall Islands and Lithuania. In this episode we discuss: Is the vegan and vegetarian diet safe for pregnancy? How to talk to your doctor Omegas, conversions, choline, and protein Canada's Food Guide What about fish and eggs? Raw pregnancy Formula information Fat and solid foods Nuts and allergies Nourish: The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrition Guide for Families

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Darin Olien about superfoods and of course the famous Netflix docu-series called "Down to Earth with Zac Efron". It was a real treat having some deep conversations with Darin about the supplement industry, toxicity in our foods, and of course everyday superfoods. We asked a lot of questions about what built up towards creating Down To Earth as well as what may be next. We do cover the devastating fires that took Darin's home and burned down the trees on his land, and discussed if there is something we can do to prevent these fires in the future. Darin Olien is a co-host with Zac Efron on the widely popular Netflix docu-series called "Down to Earth with Zac Efron" and host of the #1 Health & Wellness podcast The Darin Olien Show. Darin is also a highly recognized exotic superfoods hunter, supplement formulator, and author of the New York Times bestseller book, "SuperLife: The five fixes that will keep you healthy, fit and eternally awesome." Darin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Physiology/Nutrition and a Masters in Psychology. He has worked with numerous well-known health companies to create outstanding products and services. Darin is also the Director of Strategic Alliances and the Global Health Ambassador for APPICS, a revolutionary new social media platform monetizing passion and content through cryptocurrency and block chain. In this episode we discuss: Finding superfoods and his journey to the health path The supplement industry Naiveté Toxicity Small steps His Book SuperLife Everyday superfoods Broccoli sprouts Organic The driving force behind Down To Earth Losing his home to fire

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Kate Galli all about stress, overwhelm, and overcoming it with 9 great tactics. Most people are no strangers to overwhelm. Maybe it's at home, work, planning meals, or trying to balance a healthy lifestyle, sometimes it just seems like too much. In this episode you will understand what overwhelm is and learn 9 steps to keeping life in check! This is a great one to share with people who are open to a plant-based world or not...because the content is so useful for anyone's life. Kate Galli is relentlessly focused on creating a fit, strong, healthy, compassionate vegan world. She specializes in creating a mindset that makes your best eating and exercising choices simple and sustainable. Kate first got into fitness as a way to transform her body and confidence. She has spent 15 years helping 1,000's of individuals sculpt a body and life they love and over the past 4-5 years has focused on Vegan Health Coaching as one of the most powerful ways to advocate for the animals, to be fit, strong, healthy, and happy. Kate is qualified as a Master Personal Trainer, Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, and has also completed the eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program. In this episode we discuss: Becoming vegetarian Conspiracy Muscle and protein Fibre Overwhelm vs stress 9 overwhelm overcoming tactics Structure and planning Wins Taking breaks Meditation

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Bruce and Mindy Mylrea about prostate cancer and taking charge of your nutrition. They have been married for close to 40 years and have worked together for 25 years in the fitness and wellness industry. Bruce was diagnosed with prostate cancer which pushed them into action mode taking charge of their nutrition. As you will hear in this episode, that is the main reason Bruce is still here today, able to share his story. We cover the bases around prostate cancer from signs and symptoms, to who's at risk and protocols that have helped him thrive. This is an important one for anyone who has, has had, or who's genetics point to prostate cancer. Bruce Mylrea is a certified Holistic Nutritional Counselor. He spends hours each day reviewing the latest in unbiased nutritional research. Bruce is focused and passionate about educating others on the life-enhancing and life-extending benefits of whole food plant-based nutrition. In 2017 Bruce was the SCW male presenter of the year and he won the LifeTime Achievement Award for CanFitPro. He is the author of the book, A Plant Powered Approach to Prostate Cancer. Mindy is an advisory board member for Oxygen Magazine and is an international presenter, author, motivational speaker, video personality, and CEC provider for both ACE and AFAA. She is the creator of Gliding, Tabata Bootcamp, Extreme HIIT Chaos, and the non-profit One Day to Wellness. Mindy is a master trainer and on the pro-development team for Schwinn Cycling, Body Bar, and Bosu. She is the 2017 LifeTime Achievement Award Winner for CanFitPro and has won many other awards in the health and fitness field. Mindy has authored numerous articles and stars in over 500 instructional videos, and she is the author of the book, The Plant Powered Penis. Mindy and Bruce are the parents of three boys, have been married for 40 years, and live in a fruit and veggie covered RV traveling worldwide, spreading the wellness word. In this episode we discuss: Dropping cholesterol 100 points in 6 weeks Having prostate cancer Keeping sexually active despite 9 years of prostate cancer Fasting Sign and symptoms of prostate cancer Who's at risk Plant based diet for mental health Easy transition

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Reshma Shah all about children and how to optimize a plant-based diet. Have you ever wondered how to get them to like new foods? What to do if they insist on eating nothing for dinner? And how to know for sure if they are thriving by only eating plants? Well Dr. Shah fills us in on all the info you need to know to stop being a short-order chef and start letting your children take responsibility in eating what you serve. Share this with any parent, plant-based or not as they will learn a lot! Reshma Shah, MD MPH is a board-certified pediatrician and affiliate clinical instructor at Stanford University School of Medicine. She serves as adjunct faculty for the Stanford Pediatric Integrative Medicine Fellowship and has additional training and certification in plant-based nutrition and cooking. She is the co-author with Brenda Davis, RD of Nourish: The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrition Guide for Families, due out November 2020. She lives in the Bay Area with her husband and two children. In this episode we discuss: Why would parents want their children to be plant-based? General feeding principles What to feed your child in a day Picky eaters What if they don't like what you make? How much should children be eating? If and how to say, you've had enough How to know if your child is thriving Nourish: The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrition Guide for Families

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with John Lewis (BadAssVegan) about his new documentary film he co-produced with Keegan Kuhn called "They're Trying To Kill Us". We kick off the podcast talking about injustice, inequality, dealing with hate and the Black Lives Matter movement. Then we go into some of the details of the film on how black communities are being targeted creating health conditions throughout North America. As per usual, we leave you with actionable tips on how you can make a difference in this world. You may remember John Lewis from The Plant Trainers Podcast number 223 about self-empowerment. He is an international public speaker, serial entrepreneur, wellness advocate, and activist for the wellness of all living beings. Now he can add author, film producer, and director to his resume. John's education in business coupled with his love for health and fitness gave him the ability to start his venture – Bad Ass Vegan – a health and nutrition company that strives to educate individuals on plant-based nutrition. John's love for his community brought forth the brainchild of "VeganSmart", a plant-based protein shake company with a foundation whose mission is to prevent obesity through education, physical activity and plant-based nutrition. Now John is taking on a new challenge as a film director and book author. In this episode we discuss: Music Injustice The jigsaw puzzle Rivegilde Is vegan classist How to deal with the hate 8% of black Americans don't have access to... Variety and conditioning Pharmaceutical industry Snap Marketing to targeting back community How to help make a change "They're Trying To Kill Us"

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Tim James all about living foods and food combining. Food combining is not something we have studied, tried personally, or done with any of our clients before. We did think it was a good concept for people to learn about and continue their own research if it is something they are interested in. If you are someone who finds themselves asking if there could be more to their healing journey, you may find it quite interesting. We know you'll love his 4 Core Secrets, so stay tuned to the end. Tim James is founder and CEO of ChemicalFreeBody.com, a mission-based organization that is passionate about helping everybody to ignite their highest excitement in life by putting themselves and their health first. Tim discovered a new way to view health and nutrition when he visited a world-renowned health institute that specialized in detoxing & nutrition with his best friend Charles, who was being treated for cancer. Ever since, Tim has been striving for optimal health and has completely transformed his life and body, dropping nearly 40 lbs and successfully treating his own health problems! When Charles was considered cancer-free after 2 years, Chemical Free Body was born with the mission to share the power in taking responsibility for one's own well-being! It's a transformational journey, and individuals have to dig deep to find what works. Tim shares his knowledge with thousands of people to help them transform themselves! In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based Living foods Soil depletion Growing your own food Food combining Improving digestion Where to research 4 core secrets

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Melissa Mondala all about lifestyle and mental health. You will love to listen to this one. We go through a lot of different lifestyle factors that can affect our mental health in negative and positive directions. It is possible you may be shocked at what she says is the most important way to care for your mental health. Learn what foods Dr. Melissa says are most beneficial and most detrimental for your body. Please do share this out with anyone you know suffering with any form of mental health issues from mood swings to full diagnosis. Dr. Melissa Mondala is a Southern California native and a double board-certified Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician. She obtained her medical degree from Chicago Medical School and Masters of Health Administration. She completed her Family Medicine residency and the first Lifestyle Medicine Fellowship from Loma Linda University Health. She was awarded the Lifestyle Medicine Diplomate/Specialist from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. She has a special focus on mental health and will be completing her Primary Care Psychiatry Fellowship in December 2020. In this episode we discuss: Breathe Finding plant-based Mood What is mental health? Brain fog Foods to support good mental health Foods to avoid for improved mental health Is all sugar created equal? Hydration The one thing

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Bob Breakey about kidney disease. While kidney disease is not talked about frequently, it does affect 1 in 7 North Americans and can seriously alter one's quality of life as well as longevity. We cover everything from what the kidneys do, to how to find out if you are having kidney issues, to what the prescription is nutritionally speaking. If you find that you are confused about which foods may worsen kidney stones or chronic kidney disease (CKD) you will be extremely clear by the end of this episode. We highly suggest that you share this with anybody who has moderate or severe kidney issues or if kidney disease issues run in their family. And because people who are obese and have other chronic illnesses, they are likely to end up with kidney issues or kidney disease, please send this to them as well. Dr. Robert Breakey is a 5th generation graduate from the University of Michigan Medical School. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Wisconsin in 1984 and his Board certification with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine in October of 2019. Dr. Breakey has practiced Lifestyle Family Medicine in Ann Arbor for 35 years. He is the Chairman of the Board for his multi-specialty medical group: IHA with over 700 providers caring for over 500,000 patients in southeast Michigan. He is also the Medical Director for the "IHA Lifestyle Medicine Institute" and the Chairman of the Board for the "Plant Based Nutrition Support Group" as well as a board member for the national organization: "Plant-Based Prevention of Disease" or "P-POD". In his spare time he enjoys skiing, rollerblading, white water rafting, scuba diving, hiking and travel. To help support him in maintaining the vitality to do all of this in his mid 60s, he has followed a plant-based lifestyle for the last 43 years. In this episode we discuss: Becoming plant-based Why more people don't know about plant-based What the kidneys do Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Kidney stones EGFR and kidney function Potassium phosphorous calcium oxalates How to know you have kidney disease Is CKD reversible Should you get your RGFR tested? Tips for best possible kidney function Fibre

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dawn Renee all about self-care and what it takes to care for somebody with a degenerative disease, the toll it can take on the caregiver, and the steps the caregiver could take to keep themselves in their best possible health and energy. Coming from a place of illness and immobility herself, Dawn shares how she rebuilt her health, and the steps she now takes and coaches others to take to make sure caregivers do not fall ill themselves. You will find the tips and resources to be both accessible and actionable. Please share this out with anybody you know who cares for others including parents with healthy children or anyone who has a family member who needs looking after. Dawn Renee a holistic caregiver, Reiki energy practitioner, and the founder of Traveling Caregivers, struggled for most of her life to understand the triggers that were causing her to experience migraines, allergies, Endometriosis, an autoimmune disorder, Diabetes II, Lyme, Epstein Barr, mold exposure, gallstones, and chronic fatigue. Over the past decade with a holistic nature-based lifestyle approach she has devoted her life to uncovering ways to self-care and has found ways to heal from her disorders while holding space for others and helping them find their recipe for self-care, balance, healing, and hope. Traveling Caregivers, a grassroots hope-faith based organization, bridging the gap between self care while navigating a multitude of Caregiving concerns with a holistic lifestyle approach. In this episode we discuss: How dawn went plant-based Being a caregiver for others Signs of burnout Becoming calm Day to day musts for self care What makes you happy For caregivers starting out Resources for caregivers Traveling caregivers

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Steve Carver all about the bounce lifestyle. We bought our kids a mini trampoline when we went into lockdown a few years ago to keep them active, but little did we know how beneficial they are for the body and that we should have been bouncing on them ourselves. If running or jumping is too hard on your joints or you just want to be overall healthy, you have got to listen to this show. It's so interesting to hear all the ways people are bouncing into better health. Steve Carver, with over 30 years of experience as a personal trainer and a profound passion for fitness, especially trampoline fitness. As the JumpSport Business and Product Development Director, he leverages his extensive knowledge and experience to drive innovation and excellence in JumpSport's product line. His journey in the fitness industry began as a personal trainer, where he developed a deep understanding of fitness and wellness, guiding countless individuals towards their fitness goals. His role as a JumpSport Master Trainer and his dedication to the industry have made him an invaluable asset in the fitness community. In this episode we discuss: Who is Steve Carver Finding a healthy lifestyle Daily routine Finding the bounce lifestyle Benefits of bouncing Who bouncing is for Kids with auditory issues The body wanting homeostasis Lymphatic system Immune system Active recovery Plyometrics Starting to bounce at home without a tramp Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE Steve Carver - Website, Instagram, LinkedIn Jumpsport Putting mini trampolines to the test One Tool Every Fitness Club Needs To Know About - PTP477

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we share a very powerful discussion we had with our Instagram and TikTok Live audience from August 20, 2020. We talk about some social media challenges, hate comments, keeping things positive, building a strong community, the impact we can make on others, becoming plant-based for the first time, and so much more. This was an impactful discussion that we thought we should convert into a podcast as it will likely be of assistance to someone in our audience. We really appreciate all of our Instagram and TikTok Live viewers, whether you're a regular or a pop-in, it really means a lot to us to have you as part of our community. If you haven't yet joined us for one of our Lives, our schedule is always posted in our bio on both platforms, so feel free to check it out. And of course, don't forget to share this episode with someone who you think could benefit from the powerful messages in the one! In this episode we discuss: Going Live Hate comments on social media Challenges on social media Building a community Helping newbies to a plant-based lifestyle Who went plant-based first Raccoons around us Making an impact on others Feedback

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Neal Barnard, MD. We were really excited to dive into the topics of breast cancer, prostate cancer, hormones, and nutrition. And we must say, that we were excited to do that with this guest in particular. In this episode, we explored risk factors for these diseases, as well as studies linking them directly to one's diet and we also talked about how soy, sugar, oil, organics meats and cheeses, coconut, and iodine affect our bodies. You may want to take notes on this one or even listen to it a couple of times and please do share it out with everyone you know, lives can be saved. Dr. Barnard has led numerous research studies investigating the effects of diet on diabetes, body weight, and chronic pain, including a groundbreaking study of dietary interventions in type 2 diabetes, funded by the National Institutes of Health, that paved the way for viewing type 2 diabetes as a potentially reversible condition for many patients. Dr. Barnard has authored more than 90 scientific publications and 20 books for medical and lay readers and is the editor in chief of the Nutrition Guide for Clinicians, which is a textbook made available to all U.S. medical students. He is the president of the Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine (PCRM). His research contributed to the acceptance of plant-based diets in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. In 2015, he was named a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. In 2016, he founded the Barnard Medical Center in Washington, D.C., as a model for making nutrition a routine part of all medical care. Working with the Medical Society of the District of Columbia and the American Medical Association, Dr. Barnard has authored key resolutions, now part of AMA policy, calling for a new focus on prevention and nutrition in federal policies and in medical practice. In 2018, he received the Medical Society of the District of Columbia's Distinguished Service Award. He has hosted four PBS television programs on nutrition and health. Originally from Fargo, North Dakota, Dr. Barnard received his MD degree at the George Washington University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the same institution. He practiced at St. Vincent's Hospital in New York before returning to Washington to found the Physicians Committee. In this episode we discuss: The defining moment in creating PCRM Food in schools Lactose intolerance/rules of milk in school What diseases are "normal" Hormones Fiber A clinical trial at Georgetown University Infertility Estrogen and postmenopausal cancer Organic cheese and meat Milk and breast cancer Soy, Oil, Sugar, Chicken, Coconut Blood sugar and diabetes Prostate cancer Your Body In Balance Iodine What to eat daily

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we discuss our keys to optimal performance. We wanted to bring up an oldie and a goody. Why are we doing that? Well, in the summers we need a little downtime, for those of you who have only joined us in the last few years, you may not have gotten to these yet and for those of you who have, we know you will walk away with added knowledge and inspiration you may have missed the last time. So enjoy, and we will be back very soon with fresh new content. In the meantime, be active and stay safe and come join the conversation @plantrainers on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter. Performance can be a very broad term. It can relate to any aspect of one's life, be it fitness, education, nutrition, business, or life itself. Everyone starts in a different place. We all need to unlock our potential by realizing that we hold the keys to be able to optimize performance for ourselves. These are our keys…everyone is different and you need to find your own keys in life to help you unlock your full potential to optimize your own performance. We think it'll be very interesting to see what other keys others hold and use in their lives. Please take a moment to leave a comment below. You can discuss our keys, or even better, share your own keys to optimal performance. In this episode we discuss: Our keys to performance Nutrition Exercise Sleep Mindfulness Visualization Community

In today's episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we bring back our talk with the vegan, two-time natural bodybuilding champion and plant-based advocate, Robert Cheeke. We wanted to bring up an oldie and a goody. Why are we doing that? Well, in the summers we need a little downtime, for those of you who have only joined us in the last few years, you may not have gotten to these yet and for those of you who have, we know you will walk away with added knowledge and inspiration you may have missed the last time. So enjoy, and we will be back very soon with fresh new content. In the meantime, be active and stay safe and come join the conversation @plantrainers on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter. Robert Cheeke is the founder and president of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness. Robert is the best-selling author of the book, Vegan Bodybuilding and Fitness as well as his latest book, Shred It! Your Step-by-Step Guide to Burning Fat and Building Muscle on a Whole-Foods, Plant-Based Diet. He is also a motivational speaker and has had his picture and writing featured on and in countless magazines. Robert was also on the promotional team of Forks Over Knives and toured with Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Esselstyn. Robert talks to us about his athletic history on a vegan diet. He shares tips for people just getting into the gym, setting goals, and how you can start to Shred It today. We hope you enjoy the show! In this episode we discuss: How Robert became vegan Inspiration for writing Shred It! A vegan bodybuilder's diet How to gain weight Calorie counting Robert's favourite meals A vegan bodybuilder's lifestyle Being plant-based and competition Robert's current workout His future plans 5 quick tips to getting fit Setting goals Tips for beginners in the gym

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Rich Roll and Julie Piatt. They are the co-authors of The Plantpower Way: Whole Food Plant-based Recipes and Guidance For The Whole Family. We talk about the tools for making families healthier and how to keep that deep connection with your partner and family through the toughest moments in your life. We wanted to bring up an oldie and a goody. Why are we doing that? Well, in the summers we need a little downtime, for those of you who have only joined us in the last few years, you may not have gotten to these yet and for those of you who have, we know you will walk away with added knowledge and inspiration you may have missed the last time. So enjoy, and we will be back very soon with fresh new content. In the meantime, be active and stay safe and come join the conversation @plantrainers on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter. Rich is a graduate from Stanford University and Cornell Law School and became an entertainment lawyer. He realized that his life was not going in the direction he wanted it to both professionally and health-wise and so he made some major changes. He soon became a well known plant-based ultra-endurance athlete competing in Ultraman 2008 & 2009, EPIC5 (5 Ironman triathlons on the 5 Islands of Hawaii) in 2010, and in 2009 he was named one of the top 25 fittest men in Men's Fitness Magazine. Rich is now a plant-based advocate and motivational speaker. His best-selling book, Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World's Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself was a great inspiration for Adam. He continues to inspire Adam and others through The Rich Roll Podcast which has been on the iTunes top 10 list for a long time. Julie Piatt was born in Alaska eating wild game her father brought home for her family and later started a career in fashion design. Through the years she has left that behind and has become plant-based and concentrates on her connection with the physical world and spiritual world. Julie is a wonderful musician and plays in a band with her sons. She is a real yogi and has created the Jai Seed cookbook and Jai Release Meditation program which Shoshana still uses from time to time. She has great artistic talent in many mediums, which can be seen in the beautiful pages of their book. Together Rich and Julie are leading the charge in the Plantpower Revolution. In this episode we discuss: The journey of writing a book The role the children played in the making of their book Diet v.s. lifestyle Plant-based is easy Helping your children with lifestyle change Children's responsibility Love & relationships

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, Shoshana is being interviewed by Tarah Abram and Renee Giroux-Wyton From Soul and Social about creating a life of vibrant health. Tarah and Renee wanted to talk about dietary and lifestyle factors to keep you feeling vibrant, young, and wanting to be intimate. Many of our clients come to us feeling run down, tired, and maybe even need help from medication to be able to take part in a wide range of activities. We know how devastating that could be, so we wanted to send out some of the information to people who are just too scared to ask. We hope you enjoy seeing Shoshana on the other side of the microphone, and if you're interested in learning more about anything that she talked about please reach out to us at info at planttrainers.com In this episode we discuss: Our story Being vibrant Vibrant health Helping plant-based saved our sex life What's keeping people from being intimately active Specific foods that can help get the body ready for intimacy Diet and erectile dysfunction Other lifestyle factors to make you feel more vibrant and alive Actionable tips to start with today

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we revisit one of our first podcast recordings when we talk about my mental health and mental illness journey. We hope you oversee the quality, as it was the 6th one we recorded, and that you can find the information, emotion, and experience comforting, helpful, and even relatable in some way, shape or form. Putting this episode out the first time was hard for Shush, but we have gotten so many letters telling us how it has helped others in their lives. We do hope you share it with anyone who needs to know they are not alone or need to break their own preconceived ideas about mental health and overall strength. Stay tuned until the end as we did add some new content for you. In this episode we discuss: What are Mental health and mental illness? Shoshana's Mental health journey The stigma around mental illness Creating support for mental illness Treatments

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Andy Nevers about masculinity, the Marines, becoming plant-based, and making connections through Plantarion. Andy shares with us how documentaries changed his whole life and helped him become plant-based, vegan, and how he joined the movement. We explore how masculinity and nutrition can have certain expectations, especially for big military personalities. He proudly joined the United States Marine Corps in 2004, where he served a total of eight years as an active duty Marine. He walks us through what nutrition is like in the field and if being vegan in certain areas is even an option. Andy Nevers is the Founder and CEO of a DC-based tech startup company called Plantarion. His company is on a mission to help make the world a healthier place. In addition to helping people reap the health benefits of plant-based living, Andy's startup is working with various organizations to help with eliminating animal cruelty associated with factory farming, as well as help our environment by reducing our carbon footprint. His startup company is achieving its mission by offering plant-based lifestyle support services by listing a variety of plant-based service providers on its platform. This includes plant-based chefs, nutritionists, dietitians, health + wellness coaches, integrative + lifestyle practitioners, and more. Andy is a proud father to a thirteen-year-old daughter. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending local events, traveling, watching movies, and listening to music of all genres. In this episode we discuss: Becoming plant-based Masculinity The Marines Vegan and the military Plantarion Actionable tips to start with today

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Juan Le Prince about his journey through life that has taught him to walk to his own beat, grow his acting career, and empower others to live as their true selves. He talks to us openly and honestly about coming out to his family and friends as gay, his struggle with depression, and how becoming plant-based vegan has changed his life. Juan Le Prince is an actor who has starred on many television shows including Telemundo and Estrella TV. Earlier in life, he was hit with major depression. Veganism positively changed his life and now is living proof of how eating healthy can be such a huge factor in your life from your mental and physical health to the friends you make. He will soon be starring is a show called Slasher where he plays Joshua Walker, the son of an infamous serial killer. Joshua attempts to continue with his new life, until someone decides to pick up where Joshua's father started, sparking a new killing spree. It will be exciting for us to watch and cheer on such a wonderful person in the plant-based vegan community! In this episode we discuss: Prayers Grounding techniques Coming out His journey through depression Finding veganism Strength Message to empower others His acting career

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Alison Tierney about PCOS, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and infertility which is a growing issue amongst young couples trying to start or grow their families. We talk about Allison's personal journey to becoming a health practitioner and where it intersects with becoming plant-based and how that helped the health issues she had been struggling with throughout her life. She unpacks PCOS for us from the symptoms to treatments and even how this can affect the partner of the woman experiencing this syndrome. You'll get some good tips on what next steps to take if you are suffering from PCOS or infertility in general. We highly recommend you share this with anyone you know, plant-based or otherwise, who may be experiencing infertility issues. Alison Tierney is the founder of Wholesome LLC, a virtual based company working to improve the health and lifestyle with prevention, improvement, and management of common chronic health conditions. Alison is a registered dietitian and board-certified in oncology nutrition and started Wholesome in 2015. After developing an oncology nutrition program at a local academic cancer center, Alison pursued Wholesome exclusively as her business and client base continued to grow and increase in demand. Her passion for nutrition and a healthy lifestyle is obvious in her work, her care for her clients, and her desire to always keep learning. Although Alison is board-certified in oncology nutrition, she is multi-passionate in nutrition and her expertise goes beyond cancer and involves helping others with the management of chronic diseases such as heart diseases, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and autoimmune diseases. Alison seeks to educate and empower everyone on the benefits of a wholesome, plant-focused diet and its role in fighting and preventing chronic diseases. In this episode we discuss: Trends in infertility Nutrition and hormones Her journey to plant-based nutrition and fertility PCOS, signs symptoms and reversals Key lifestyle 'treatment' for PCOS Where men fit into this PCOS and mental health Age of development and diagnosis Tips to start today

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Colin. Zhu about how thriving is more than just National Nutrition Month. We learn more about Dr. Colin as a person before diving into National Nutrition Month. Traditionally, this month is dedicated to promoting awareness of the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. But in our conversation we dive into how there are so many more pillars than diet for overall well-being. The broader picture is really the reason many of his clients come to him for help in the first place as well as how they go from surviving to thriving. Stay tuned to the end to hear how you can get a signed copy of his book and other helpful goodies for free! Dr. Colin Zhu is Board-Certified in family practice/OMT and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zhu trained as a chef and a health coach and launched TheChefDoc in 2017. TheChefDoc is an online wellness and lifestyle education platform which has been featured in several publications. Dr. Zhu is an international speaker, the author of "Thrive Medicine: How To Cultivate Your Desires and Elevate Your Life," and the podcast host of Thrive Bites in which he interviews the latest health and wellness experts about incorporating a plant-powered lifestyle, enhancing emotional wellness, and creating a thriving mindset! Dr. Zhu is also the creator/director of a self-educational masterclass seri3es called The THR5 Formula™ where he combines inspiration, education, and practical tools on how to THRIVE! Here you will learn the 5 To THR5™ Pillars: Food As Medicine, Functional Fitness, Relationships, Community, & Emotional Resilience! Currently, based in the Southern California area and has a virtual lifestyle medical practice called TheChefDoc Lifestyle Medicine. In this episode we discuss: March is National Nutrition Month Why plant-based Common trends with people's lifestyle National Nutrition Month pillars Why do some people think "it just doesn't work for them"? The broader picture Code"PTP2024" and special PTP Giveaway Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter – get our Plant-Based Comfort Foods FREE Dr. Colin Zhu - Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Book a call with Dr. Zhu here - Mention the code Code"PTP2024" for some freebies Thrive Bites and Elevating Your Life with Dr. Colin Zhu - PTP340 Nutrition Myth Busting with Dr. Matthew Nagra – PTP362 Optimizing Plant-Based Nutrition with Reshma Shah, MD – PTP379 Clarifying The Confusion Of Nutrition with Dr Tushar Mehta – PTP280

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Tushar Mehta all about past, current, like COVID-19, and future pandemics. It's really important to understand some of the most impactful reasons pandemics started so we can make decisions that put us in the best position not to let them happen again. We talk about what a pandemic actually is, break down some other important vocabulary like Zoonosis and talk about how and why viruses morph. You are going to find this super interesting. So buckle your seatbelts, because it is a long one. Dr. Tushar Mehta is an ER physician working in the Toronto area and has practiced family and addiction medicine in the past. Over the years he has worked with Project CANOE, a Toronto based organization serving youth, conducted medical outreach with village schools in Kutch India, and currently works with Health Education Project Haiti. In 2013 He spent 4 months sailing with Sea Shepherd Conservation Society to protect whales in Antarctic waters. Tushar is very interested in the evidence for a plant-based diet as it impacts health and ecology. Currently, he is reviewing evidence for the role of animal agriculture in viral pandemics. Along with a small team, he has created a database of literature, called Plant-Based Data, to help people access the best research regarding a plant-based diet on these important subjects. In this episode we discuss: #BlackLivesMatter What's happening in the hospitals now How COVID is affecting general health Zoonosis What are pandemics How viruses start Bats and pangolins Corona Diseases Why viruses mutate Factory farming Influenza A and Influenza B Historical flu pandemics Bushmeat trade How to prevent pandemics Smallpox Ebola type virus What to expect as we open up

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk myth busting with Dr. Matt about some of the hottest topics in nutrition and find out whether they are myths or truths and why. He is a lot of fun, and after he shares his journey into a plant-based lifestyle, we hit all the hot points: is gluten-free a good thing, does soy cause infertility and will white potatoes make you fat? You may want to take notes on this one so you can walk around with crib sheets for when your friends boldly state nutrition myths. Hopefully, you will have a better understanding of how to navigate nutrition when this podcast is done so stay tuned to the very end. Dr. Matt is a Naturopathic Doctor in Vancouver, BC, who is a passionate advocate for plant-based nutrition. After seeing remarkable improvements in his own health by adopting a healthier diet, he began learning all he could about the science behind why this diet works so well. Convinced that the evidence is clear, he's made it his mission to inform as many people as possible that they too can take control of their health. He is a public speaker, author, graduate of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies Plant-Based Nutrition program, and volunteer for the non-profit Nutritionfacts.org. When not focusing on health and nutrition, he spends his spare time volunteering for The Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary in British Columbia where he cares for animals that have been rescued from the animal agriculture industry. In this episode we discuss: Naturopathics and nutrition Finding plant-based Plant-based in university Myths or truth about: Raw food Anemia Soy and fertility Vitamin C Iodine Potatoes will make me fat? Fatty liver disease Calcium and magnesium Vitamin K1+K2 Gluten-free Cholesterol How to navigate nutrition

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we share ways that you can stay active this summer and really anytime throughout the year, even if you're in some form of isolation. Whether you're a huge family, just you and a pet, maybe you are living with your parents, maybe you're a couple or maybe, like us, you've got some kiddos! This episode will hopefully give you more ideas about how to get out there and get some exercise with your family unit whether we are still in times of isolation, or you just want to spend more time connecting. But since gyms are limited and camps are as well, it's time to get out there and move your body once again. Head to our Instagram tomorrow and post your ideas on how to be active on the post and be sure to tag us in your activity posts and you may be the lucky winner of a PT #trainignforlife shirt. In this episode we discuss: Sedentary lifestyles Getting started Exploration Games Parks Adapted team sports Rainy days Instagram #trainignforlife shirt giveaway