Curious about what plant-based eating is all about? Hear the personal stories of 33-year-old nutrition coach Ashley Swanson MPH, RDN, LDN, and wellness blogger Fay Knights, 31, who both switched to a more plant-based diet due to their health issues. If you’re thinking of incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet or are looking for more plant-based recipes, this podcast is for you.Podcast Breakdown:-Fay’s story: Her mitochondrial disorder and why she changed to a more plant-based diet (2:50)-Ashley’s story: Her struggles with GI issues in her youth and being raised on an Indiana cattle farm, becoming a dietician but only later learning how to use food to heal herself (5:30)-How Fay and Ashley educated themselves (8:50)-How long did it take to start to see results? (12:45)-The good and the bad when introducing plant-based foods (15:45)-Is plant-based eating expensive? (23:56)-Kids and plant-based eating (28:19)-Recipes (31:25)-Food as medicine (40:00)-Baby steps to plant-based eating (43:55)This episode's show notes are brought to you by Vurbl. Vurbl is launching new technology for audio creators like us. Join the beta at vurbl.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

Plant Based Eating: What is it and how to start?

Curious about what plant-based eating is all about? If you’re thinking of incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet or are looking for more plant-based recipes, this podcast is for you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

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Delve into the world of low-maintenance gardening with award-winning author and renowned landscape architect, Matthieu Mehuys. Discover the secrets to nurturing healthy plants by focusing on soil, good compost and mulch. Matthieu also shares his top picks for easy-to-grow vegetables and flowers. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or just starting out, this episode is packed with invaluable tips and advice to help you create a beautiful, low maintenance garden.  In this episode you’ll hear:2:30 – How Matthieu became fascinated about plants6:15 – Low maintenance gardening8:00 – Healthy soil10:45 – Plant vibrations and frequencies as indicators of a healthy plant14:00 – What high quality compost looks like and where to buy compost16:40 – Decompacting soil17:15 – Should soil be turned?18:30 – Mulching20:15 – Should you rake leaves from your garden in the fall?21:00 – Weeds23:10 – What are cover crops?25:15 – Matthieu’s garden masterclass27:20 – Easy to grow vegetables28:30 – What flowers are easiest to grow outside?  Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase.  Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here.  CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann  As referenced in the episode:Masterclass Garden of Your Dreams - https://www.gardenofyourdreams.com/Book: https://www.paulownia-la.com/book/Landscape Design - https://www.paulownia-la.com/Matthieu’s Calendly: https://calendly.com/garden-of-your-dreams/30min  A diet that mimics fasting appeared to reduce people's biological age by 2 1/2 years, a study found. Here's what they ate.Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

Green Thumbs Unite: Mastering Low-Maintenance Gardening

The multi-talented trained chef, dietician and cookbook author, Micah Siva, shares her passion for reimagining traditional dishes with a health-conscious, plant-based approach to Jewish cooking. Whether you’re a foodie looking for new inspiration or simply curious about the intersection of culture and cuisine, tune in to discover the world of plant-forward Jewish cuisine. In this episode you’ll hear:3:00 – What sparked Micah’s love of food?6:30 – Micah’s education and professional journey11:10 – Micah’s online presence16:30 – Micah’s cookbook18:40 – Modern versions of Micah’s favourite childhood foods including a vegan matzah ball25:00 – Tips on becoming a food blogger27:45 – Micah’s book tour Thank you to our presenting sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here. CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann As referenced in the episode: Guest Link: https://www.noshwithmicah.com/Institute of Culinary Education: https://www.ice.edu/Receive $10 off your order of $50 or more with code PLANTBASED10 at https://www.trueleafmarket.com/Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

Plant-Forward Modern Jewish Cuisine

Ready to conquer the challenges that may be keeping you from embracing a plant-based diet? In this episode, plant-based health coach, Michele Stamn PT, navigates the top five hurdles that often stand between individuals and their journey toward a more plant-powered plate. Tune in for practical tips to help you overcome these obstacles on your journey to a healthier you. In this episode you’ll hear:3:30 – From physical therapist to plant-based health coach.5:50 – Mindset for plant-based eating – suspend your disbelief.8:30 – Going plant-based all at once – it’s not an all or nothing approach.10:15 – Joint inflammation, knee pain and plant-based eating.14:45 – How to avoid cooking two different meals for your family.18:45 – How to eat plant-based in social situations, at restaurants and when travelling.21:45 – Plant-based foods ideas.Thank you to our presenting sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here.As referenced in the episode:Guest link: https://www.wellness-empowered.org/Plant-Based Diet, Episode 41, How NYC Hospitals Shifted to More Plant-Based MealsCulinary Medicine RecipeSubscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter hereReceive $10 off your order of $50 or more with code PLANTBASED10 at https://www.trueleafmarket.com/CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

How to Overcome Plant-Based Eating Roadblocks

Hold on to your greens folks! In this episode, we’re talking about common mistakes that might be sabotaging your plant-based weight loss goals. Tune in to hear The Plant Forward Nutritionist, Hannah Van Ark, discuss the dos and don’ts of plant-based weight loss so you can thrive on your weight loss journey. In this episode you’ll hear:3:30 – It’s a girl!4:15 – Batch cooking6:00 – Why people may not lose weight if they’re eating more plants8:00 – Plant-based v. vegan9:30 – Weight Loss Mistake #1: Eating too much ultra-processed and calorie-dense foods14:45 – The perfect snack16:30 – Weight Loss Mistake #2: Slashing calories v. repairing metabolism22:00 – Benefits of yoga23:45 – Weight Loss Mistake #3: Undershooting protein26:00 – Plant-based proteins28:45 – Weight Loss Mistake #4: Being too strict31:30 – Postpartum weight lossThank you to our sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here.CREDITS:Executive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann As referenced in the episode: Guest Link: https://www.theplantforwardnutritionist.com/Eating for Longevity and Increasing Health Span, Plant-Based Diet podcast  Culinary Medicine Recipe podcastSubscribe to Alternative Food Newtork's newsletter here.To help us get to know you, kindly take a few seconds to fill out this SURVEY from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

How to Lose Weight with Plant-Based Eating

Delve into the fascinating world of lab-grown meat in our latest episode. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast, an eco-warrior or simply like food tech, this episode sheds light on the potential of cell cultivated meat and the current stage of the industry. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:00 – What is cellular food and cultivated meat? Is it even meat?5:00 – Is lab-grown meat the same as cell cultivated meat?5:40 – What are the environmental benefits of cell cultivated meat?9:45 – When will lab-grown meat be available? 12:20 – Where are we at now with cellular meat?13:35 – When will cell cultivated meat be available in your local supermarket?14:20 – Regulation of the cell cultivated meat industry14:45 – 10 year forecast Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here. If you use the link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase.CreditsExecutive Producer and Host: Esther GarfinSound Recording and Editing: Will Crann   As referenced in the episode:https://www.caromeats.com/  Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter here.To help us get to know you, kindly take 30 seconds to fill out this SURVEY from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support.

Plant Based Eating: What is it and how to start?

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