There’s a way you can reverse diabetes instead of learning how to deal with it. In this episode of Sustainable Tea with Shreya, experts break down the science behind diabetes and uncover what mainstream medicine overlooks. If you're trying to control blood sugar, prevent future complications, or understand the signs of diabetes before it’s too late, this conversation is essential viewing.Shreya Ghodaat sits down with four leading voices in plant-based health and medicine: 1. Dr. Rupa Shah, Lifestyle Medicine Consultant with 40+ years of clinical experience 2. Ajoy Prabhu, Research Pathologist and former advisor to the Obama administration 3. Dr. Jenny Prabhu, Paediatrician and Internal Medicine Specialist 4. Kajal Bhatia, Plant-Based Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes EducatorTogether, they unpack:1. Diabetes is linked to dietary fat and overall food choices, while sugar has been unfairly blamed as the primary villain.2. How modern diets are increasing insulin resistance, even in healthy-looking individuals3. The “lock and key” mechanism behind blood sugar spikes and what jams the system4. Why removing dairy and meat is the missing link in reversing diabetes5. The dangers of ultra-processed foods, artificial sweeteners, and high-protein fads6. Why whole fruits, despite being sweet, can help control blood sugar when consumed right7. How early signs of diabetes go unnoticed, and how to catch them in timeYou’ll also hear stories of individuals who reversed type 2 diabetes through consistent, sustainable lifestyle changes, within weeks. From understanding your food to rethinking your family history, this episode delivers a practical action plan rooted in science, not supplements.Whether you’re managing diabetes, at risk, or simply curious, this is your guide to long-term health through food, movement, and mindset.In this episode:00:00 – Trailer01:31 - Meet the Experts on Reversing Diabetes13:23 – What Causes Diabetes?19:16 – Alternatives to Refined Sugar 33:12 – How To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally?50:05 – Why a Plantbased Diet is Good for Diabetes?1:01:28 – Facing Pushback from Patients1:06:00 – Is Protein Essential in a Diabetes Diet?1:13:00 – One Change to Control Blood Sugar 1:19:00 – Will You Get Diabetes If It Runs in the Family?1:24:00 – A 3-Step Action Plan for Reversing Diabetes1:34:00 – Final Thoughts and the 'Reversing Diabetes' Documentary #stws #podcast #diabetes #bloodsugar #plantbased #vegandiet #healthyliving #lifestyle #health #nutrition #wellness #fitness #medicine #wholefoods #sugar #diseasereversal #insulinresistance #healing #lowfatweightloss #fiber #fruits #vegetables #wellbeing #cleaneating #diabetescare #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #guthealth #diabeticfriendly #healthychoices #antiinflammatory #plantpowered #cleanfood #lowglycemic #sustainablehealth #sugarfree #dairyfree #meatfree #localfood #seasonalfood #diabetesprevention #diabetesreversal #healthyhabits #superfoods #bloodsugarcontrol #plantbasedliving #sugarcontrol #balancednutrition

Comfort should never come at the cost of cruelty. In this episode of Sustainable Tea with Shreya, India’s biggest sustainability podcast, we sit down with Daffy the Duck to expose the reality behind down feathers. 🦆💔

What most people don’t realise is that those soft, fluffy feathers come from painful and brutal practices. Live plucking, confinement, and slaughter are some of the horrors ducks like Daffy endure for products like jackets, pillows, and bedding. Even responsible down certifications don’t erase the cruelty. It’s time to face the truth: down feathers are ripped from living, sentient beings, and are not harmless.

But there’s hope. You don’t need to rely on down for comfort. There are plenty of ethical, cruelty-free alternatives, plantbased insulation, recycled synthetics, and bedding made from Tencel, organic cotton, and bamboo. A few ethical brands show that style and sustainability don’t have to be at odds, and we need to make conscious choices.

Daffy also takes on foie gras, exposing the horrific practices behind this delicacy and why it's pure animal cruelty. 🦆❌

Some key takeaways from the episode:

1) Avoid down, feathers, and goose down; choose cruelty-free materials.

2) Support ethical brands like Save The Duck, Patagonia, and The North Face.

3) Look for bedding made from Tencel, organic cotton, or bamboo.

4) Already own down products? Donate them to shelters where they can be repurposed.

5) Speak up, educate others, tag brands, and demand change.

In this episode

0:00 - Trailer

0:23 – Intro: Meet Daffy the Duck

01:46 – Daffy Shares His Story

03:09 – Are Feathers in Fashion Just Byproducts?

04:19 – How to Avoid Down Feathers in Winter Jackets

05:23 – The Truth About Foie Gras: Is It Cruel?

07:23 – A Gift from Daffy

Remember when  @BryanJohnson  had to walk out of a podcast in India because of the toxic air? He wasn’t overreacting. This is the reality we live in, and in this episode, we dive deep into exactly why we should care about the air we breathe.In this episode of Sustainable Tea with Shreya, @shreyaghodawat sits down with air quality experts Bhavreen Kandhari, Prof. Sagnik Dey, Jai Dhar Gupta, and Abhiir Bhalla to explore air pollution, why it’s not just a Delhi problem, and why it’s a pan-India crisis that stretches to neighbouring countries too. With 900 million people living in the Indo-Gangetic plain, we’re all affected by the invisible toxins in our air, especially fine particulate matter like PM2.5. These pollutants infiltrate our lungs, bloodstream, and organs, causing everything from respiratory issues to heart disease, diabetes, and infertility.The conversation gets real about the Air Quality Index (AQI) and why it’s not enough to show the true dangers. We also look at indoor air pollution, which is as harmful as the outdoor stuff. From burning incense to poorly ventilated kitchens, the air in our homes is far from safe. We talk solutions too, how we can tackle these issues at home and as a society, from cleaner cooking alternatives to demanding better air quality enforcement.If we don’t act now, the health consequences are inevitable. This episode is a roadmap to cleaner air for all of us, and not a wake-up call!In this Episode00:00 – Trailer01:47 - Introduction of our guests07:18 – Is air pollution only a Delhi problem?18:17 – What is indoor air pollution?28:57 – How to improve indoor air quality?53:07 – Is air pollution political?01:14:47 – Why should people care about polluted air?01:50:47 – Myths around air pollution people should know02:10:47 – How to make a difference?Shreya's Outfit CreditsOutfit - https://www.instagram.com/houseoffett?igsh=cmgzOW41bWhsdWZl #airpollution #pollution #AQI #cleanair #airquality #environment #climatechange #bryanjohnson #climateaction #nature #earth #delhipollution #climatecrisis #health #publichealth #healthcrisis #carbonfootprint #urbanpollution #pollutedcities #lunghealth #indiapollution #smog #citysmog #globalissues #fightpollution #toxicair #plants #smoke #smoking #who #stws #sustainability #podcast

Even the busiest homes can make space for something to grow.All you need to grow food is a corner, some scraps, and the will to try.In this episode of Sustainable Tea with Shreya, Shreya Ghodawat sat down with Ratika Khandelwal and Mayank Sharma, urban farmers and everyday sustainability champions who’ve found simple, meaningful ways to live sustainably in the middle of a busy city life.We spoke about growing food from temple flowers and kitchen scraps, composting with an old earthen post, and making cleaner choices, to be more mindful and not perfect.Here’s what we explored in this episode:1) The easiest food to grow at home using seeds already in your kitchen2) How to grow vegetables at home without fancy tools or a balcony3) Simple terrace garden ideas for small spaces4) Composting doesn’t need bins, worms, or smell, just a bucket and dry leaves5) Making your own DIY fertilizer using kitchen waste6) How fast fashion and overconsumption are disconnecting us from our roots7) The difference between store-bought and homegrown produce (your taste buds know)8) Because sometimes, going forward looks a lot like going back.🎧 Watch the full episode for simple, doable ways to compost, grow, and eat better!Shreya's Outfit CreditsOutfit - https://www.instagram.com/houseoffett... In this episode:00:00 - Trailer1:26 - Introduction: Talking About Sustainability8:20 Where Does The Stigma of Renting Come From?09:23 - Why Should You Grow Your Own Food?14:42 - Can You Grow Food in Urban Cities with Limited Space and Time?16:55 - How To Easily Start Composting At Home23:07 - Why Does One Need to Be Sustainable and Proper Disposal Practices33:35 - Why Is Growing Your Own Food the Need of the Hour?41:20 - Why Eat Local and Seasonal56:16 - If Everything Is Bad, What Should We Even Consume?01:01:41 - Is It Realistic to Return to Traditional Ways of Living?01:26:22 - How to Be Sustainable If You're Lazy01:32:18 - Five Easy Plants to Grow at Home #sustainability #sustainableliving #ecofriendlyliving #zerowaste #climateaction #backtobasics #traditionalwisdom #mindfulconsumption #consciousliving #slowliving #growyourownfood #urbangardening #urbanfarming #microgreens #foodsecurity #composting #compostingtips #reducewaste #kitchen #seasonaleating #organicgardening #chemicalfreevegetables #homegrown #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #consumerism #greenwashing #plastic

What does it mean to live with the land, not just on it?In this episode of @SustainableTeaWithShreya Shreya Ghodawat sits down with Krishna McKenzie, natural farmer, artist, and longtime Aurovilian whose life is rooted in a simple, yet radical idea: nature knows best.From his early days in the UK to building a life around soil and soul in Tamil Nadu, Krishna’s story weaves together spirituality, natural farming, cultural food wisdom, and a deep connection to place.We talk about:1) Leaving behind the noise of modern life to reconnect with food and land2) How eating local is not a trend, but a return to something sacred3) The influence of J. Krishnamurti and Masanobu Fukuoka on his life and work4) Why is natural farming more than a method? it’s a mindset5) The quiet power of indigenous ingredients and food as memory6) How restoring our food systems could be the most powerful climate solution we already haveFrom edible weeds to corporate farms, school lunches to balcony gardens, this episode is an invitation to rethink the way we eat, grow, and live. Whether you’re in a city apartment or surrounded by fields, this one will make you pause, reflect, and maybe plant something.If this conversation moves you, share it, start a dialogue, or simply ask your grandparents what they used to eat. That one question could be your first step back to the soil.Shreya's Outfit Credits:Dress - https://www.instagram.com/notebook.official?igsh=MWVnZHI5NzlqYmpiMw==Belt - https://www.instagram.com/foret.store?igsh=MXdkbjRnenpldjhmcQ==Jewellery - https://www.instagram.com/blingthingstore?igsh=MTY5dDN6MzVrZnUzbQ== , https://www.instagram.com/sorbetandco?igsh=b2hkdm5tMWcxdWh3Flats - https://www.instagram.com/thecaistore?igsh=MWJtdjUwYmRwaW9nMQ== In This Episode00:00 Trailer01:03 Introduction01:44 The Journey from UK to Tamil Nadu05:46 Coming to Auroville and Masanobu Fukuoka12:19 The Philosophy of Food16:45 Unknown Wonders of Nature20:57 Why is there a disconnect between Humans and our Land22:20 Why Is It Important to Eat Local Food?28:30 The Trend of Organic and Regenerative Farming32:05 How Can we explain Sustainability to Everyone34:32 Biggest Life Lessons Learned38:11 How Can People in the City Start to Eat Better43:13 The Mid-Day Meal Scheme Done Better46:52 Consequences of the Industrialisation of Farming50:28 The Celebration of Food52:26 How Can We Make the Food System More Resilient?1:01:08 - Closing Thoughts#sustainability #farming #nature #food #localfood #climatechange #environment #planet #organicfood #regenerative #ecofriendly #agriculture #gardening #biodiversity #indigenous #nutrition #farm #farmtotable #tradition #plantbased #ecosystem #forest #minimalism #organicfarming #health #simplicity #culture #sustainableliving #nourishing #foodchoices #healthyliving #conservation #eatlocal #climateaction #foodsecurity #permaculture #sustainableagriculture #plantbasedlifestyle #zerowaste #soilregeneration #urbanfarming #minimalistliving #greenrevolution #traditionalfarming #circulareconomy #greenenergy #foodismedicine #auroville

This Women’s Day 2025, ditch the clichés and get real.

In this episode of @SustainableTeaWithShreya Roshni & Aashti sit down with Shreya Ghodawat to break down the connections between PCOS, period pain, menopause, hormonal health, and the food we eat. Because let’s be honest, what we put on our plate impacts every stage of our lives.

What you’ll learn:

1) Dairy & hormones: The hidden link to PCOS, period pain, and hormonal imbalances

2) Cow pregnancies & your health: What they don’t tell you about dairy and hormones

3) Plant-based strength: How a vegan diet helped one of India’s top female athletes outperform the rest

4) The turning point: The one question that made a lifelong meat-lover go vegan overnight

5) Going plant-based at home: How to make the switch without feeling like the odd one out

6) The ghee & buttermilk myth: Why fermented dairy isn’t as "pure" as we were told

7) Food & hormones: Simple swaps to nourish your body, balance hormones, and feel your best at every age.

This is a raw, unfiltered conversation for women, by women, one that will make you rethink everything you know about food, hormones, and well-being.

Hit play and join the discussion. @RoshniSanghvi @wellnesswithaashti

Outfit Credits

Coord set - https://www.instagram.com/enechofficial?igsh=eDBicDFxbGtpeW84

Jewellery - https://www.instagram.com/sorbetandco?igsh=b2hkdm5tMWcxdWh3

In this Episode

00:00 Trailer

1:09 Meet the Guests – Their Journey to a New Lifestyle

04:29 Personal Experiences That Led to a Diet Shift

13:53 Does Diet Affect Brain Size? Debunking Common Myths

20:24 How to Meet Your Nutritional Goals

28:01 Making Indian Food Healthier Without Dairy

55:01 Plant-Based vs Whey Protein – Which One Works Best?

1:01:01 PCOS, Hormonal Health & Food Choices

1:12:01 Want to Switch Your Diet? Here’s How to Start

#health #plantbased #vegan #food #nutrition #healthyliving #wellness #lifestyle #pcos #hormones #periods #menopause #periodhealth #hormonalbalance #womenshealth #veganfood #dairy #meat #superfoods #protein #wholefoods #guts #guthealth #healthyeating #foodchoices #fitness #athlete #gym #strength #energy #performance #sustainability #animalrights #ecofriendly #indianfood #healthtalks #dietitian #nutritiontips #selfcare #wellbeing #womenempowerment #guthealing #healthylifestyle #healing #longevity #estrogen #cyclesyncing #crueltyfree #compassion #animals #peta #nourishing #antioxidants #stamina #exercise #ayurveda

Captain Paul Watson, the legendary founder of Sea Shepherd, has spent decades fighting to protect marine life from whaling, overfishing, and plastic pollution. From taking on illegal whalers to exposing the fishing industry’s hidden destruction, he’s risked everything to defend our oceans.

But while governments push plastic straw bans, they ignore the real threat, industrial fishing, which dumps nearly 50% of ocean plastic through discarded nets, lines, and gear. And it doesn’t stop there. The luxury seafood industry is just as dirty.

In this episode, Captain Paul Watson breaks it all down:

🐋 The biggest lies the whaling industry is selling you

🌊 Why banning plastic straws won’t save the oceans

🐟 How commercial fishing is fueling a global crisis

💀 The truth about caviar & how it’s destroying fish populations

⚠️ The truth behind Japanese whaling & the legal loopholes keeping it alive

🚢 What really went down with Sea Shepherd & Whale Wars

🌎 What YOU can do before it’s too late

With Earth Day 2025 coming up, there’s no better time to hear this message. Watch now and see why Paul Watson refuses to stay silent. @CaptainPaulWatsonFoundation

In this Episode

00:00 - Must-Watch Trailer

01:05 - Meet Paul Watson – Legendary Ocean Defender

07:36 - Why Is Whaling Still Happening?

19:14 - Does Eating Fish Destroy Livelihoods?

22:00 - The Truth About Caviar

23:16 - How to Change People's Minds About Eating Fish?

26:00 - The Fishing Industry’s Exploitation

28:42 - Is Plastic in the Ocean Worse Than You Think?

31:32 - You’re Consuming Plastic Every Day

32:50 - Paul Watson’s Courageous Life Journey

39:20 - How to Fight for Change

43:58 - Lessons from the Ocean

49:19 - Activism’s Biggest Life Lessons

50:10 - Rapid Fire Round + Closing Thoughts

#oceans #conservation #whales #dolphins #marine #marineconservation #environment #climate #activism #sustainability #biodiversity #climateaction #fishing #plastic #pollution #wildlife #ecofriendly #nature #sea #plasticpollution #planet #earth #vegan #ecosystem #justice #whaling #animals #animalrights #microplastics #fish #sealife #fishingindustry #illegalfishing #sustainable #oceanconservation #overfishing #seaspiracy #savetheoceans #protectwildlife #marineecosystems #foodchoices #compassion #kindness #greenpeace #PaulWatson #activist #saveoceans #sustainableliving

How do changemakers stay motivated to push for a better world, especially when the road gets tough? 🌱

In this episode of Sustainable Tea with Shreya, recorded live at the Veganuary Festival, @shreyaghodawat sits down with four incredible women who’ve turned their passion for plant-based living into powerful action:

✨ Namu Kini – Founder of Namu Recommends Plant-Based Market

✨ Aashti Sindhu – Health Coach & Nutritionist

✨ Sarah Nicole Edwards – Founder of Copper + Cloves

✨ Susmitha Subbaraju – Plant-Based Chef & Restaurant Owner

They dive into what keeps them grounded in their mission, how they handle challenges, and why building a community plays a crucial role in staying inspired. From personal transformations to professional milestones, they share the highs, the lows, and the defining moments that reminded them why they started.

Whether you’re already plant-based, just curious, or looking for inspiration to make more conscious choices, this episode is packed with stories that prove how small, consistent actions can create meaningful change.

🌍 Discover insights on:

✔ Overcoming cognitive dissonance when adopting a plant-based lifestyle

✔ The connection between sustainable living, climate change, and food choices

✔ How to navigate plant-based food trends and plant-based protein options

✔ The role of ethical plant-based advocacy in the animal rights movement

✔ Staying motivated and inspiring life changes in your journey

Tune in to learn how these changemakers stay true to themselves, their values, and their vision for a kinder, more sustainable world.

💬 What motivates you to create positive change?

In this Episode

Trailer (00:00:00)

Introducing the Guests (00:01:12)

Challenges of Being a Changemaker (00:03:36)

Importance of Small Stories (00:05:00)

Planting Seeds for Change (00:06:18)

Community Building in Veganism (00:09:38)

Confidence in Advocacy (00:10:54)

Making Veganism Appealing (00:14:32)

Advice for Non-Vegans (00:19:04)

Cognitive Dissonance in Animal Love (00:23:58)

Introduction to Veganism and Activism (00:25:10)

Personal Journey to Veganism (00:26:12)

Questioning Social Norms (00:30:52)

Encouragement for Non-Vegans (00:31:58)

Health Improvements from Vegan Diet (00:38:02)

Advocacy Challenges in the Vegan Community (00:40:02)

Impact of Social Media (00:50:16)

Activism Approaches (00:53:44)

Collaboration Against Common Challenges (00:58:08)

#vegan #veganism #plantbased #crueltyfree #animalrights #sustainableliving #animals #dairy #meat #activism #veganlife #veganfood #foods #foodchoices #animalwelfare #influencers #healthyliving #mindfulness #planet #compassion #kindness #environment #climatechange #climatechange #sustainability #inspiration #journey #ecofriendly #plantprotein #proteinsupplement #plantbasedprotein #advocate #foodies #lifestyle #ethicalliving #healthyfood #wellness #ethicalvegan #mindfulness #minimalist #sustainable #wholesome #nutrition #zerowaste #wellbeing #motivation #transformation #wellnessjourney