The Plant Based News Podcast

In this interview with Dr. Matthew Nagra, a plant-based naturopathic doctor, we explore his journey into plant-based nutrition, sparked by personal health challenges and a desire to integrate lifestyle-based nutritional interventions with medical treatments.

What you can expect:

- Personal Journey: Dr. Nagra discusses his transition to plant-based eating due to health issues like asthma and allergies, and how dietary changes dramatically improved his condition.

- Professional Insights: Learn about the gap between conventional medical treatments and nutritional interventions and how Dr. Nagra navigates these challenges in his practice.

- Debunking Myths: Dr. Nagra addresses common misconceptions about plant-based proteins' bioavailability and completeness, providing scientific clarity to popular dietary myths.

- Nutritional Advice: Tips on building muscle and maintaining health on a plant-based diet, especially for those with specific health concerns like diabetes.

- Challenges in Nutrition: The conversation also touches on the difficulties posed by widespread misinformation online, where anyone with a social media account might pose as a nutrition expert.

Follow Dr. Nagra's work here:

Website: https://drmatthewnagra.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.matthewnagra/

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:00 Matthew's Journey to Plant-Based

00:04:20 Misinformation online

00:07:20 Protein on a plant-based diet

00:18:30 Building muscle on a plant-based diet

00:23:30 Raw Food Plant-Based Diet

00:27:10 Plant-Based Meats

00:36:50 The Future of Nutrition

What's the truth about Ozempic?

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Garth Davis, a renowned expert in obesity and bariatric surgery, and the author of "Proteinaholic." In this detailed discussion, Dr. Davis debunks widespread myths surrounding sugar, obesity, and diabetes, and examines the complex relationship between our diet and health. He delves into the effectiveness of bariatric surgery as a tool for significant weight loss and the evolving role of pharmaceutical interventions in managing obesity.

Dr. Davis challenges the conventional wisdom about personal responsibility and diet, highlighting the scientific intricacies often overlooked in public discourse. From exploring the impact of hyperpalatable foods to discussing the future of obesity treatment, Dr. Davis offers a comprehensive overview of how scientific advancements are transforming our approach to health.

Find out more about Dr. Garth Davis work - https://www.houstonmethodist.org/doctor/garth-davis/

Follow Garth on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/drgarthdavis/

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:20 Bariatric Surgery

00:04:50 Connection to Plant-Based Diet

00:09:00 Doctors Knowledge of Food

00:10:30 Obesity, Ozempic & a Plant-Based Diet

00:19:10 Keto Diet

00:20:00 Is Obesity a Disease?

00:22:20 How to Tackle Obesity

00:33:40 Strength Training vs Cardio

00:43:30 Surgery vs Food

00:46:30 Is Bariatric Surgery Forced Evolution?

00:51:30 Surgery vs Drugs

How do you heal your gut? Which diet is best for gut health? Find out this and much more in this amazing interview with Dr. Angie Sadeghi.

We were lucky enough to recently sit down with board certified gastroenterologist Dr. Angie Sadeghi, an ex-fitness model turned gut health specialist and plant-based doctor who leads the Institute of Plant-Based Medicine.

- Follow Dr. Angie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/angie.sadeghi

- Follow Angie's work - https://iopbm.com/

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:15 Background on Angie

00:04:30 Realising the impact of diet

00:07:30 Systemic problem with healthcare

00:08:30 Importance of gut health and diet

00:11:50 Healing the gut

00:14:00 The gut microbiome

00:22:00 Fecal implants

00:26:00 Plant-based diet for mental health

00:28:40 Getting fired as a doctor

00:36:40 When to use medicine

00:41:30 How to avoid getting sick

In this compelling interview, Dr. Klaper discusses his extensive experience with plant-based nutrition and its profound ability to reverse chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. With over four decades of medical practice, Dr. Klaper provides an insider's look at how diet can be the most potent medicine.

00:00 Intro

02:35 High Fat Animal Food vs Plant-Based

05:00 Telling The World About His Findings

06:25 Results as a General Practitioner

09:10 'Disease Reversal'

10:00 Commonalities in Patients

11:45 Advice for Weight Loss & Disease Reversal

15:00 Mindset & Clean Eating

16:15 Why Dr. Klaper is 'Radical'

17:25 Why Medical Industry Ignore Nutrition

21:15 Diabetes Treatment

23:20 Are Things Changing?

27:45 Are Eggs Healthy?

41:10 Ahimsa (Non-Violence)

44:10 Educating Doctors

46:15 Dr. Klaper's Vision For The Future

Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast, where we're joined by the distinguished Dr. Neal Barnard, a leading voice in plant-based nutrition and founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

Dr. Barnard shares his expert insights on the hidden truths of cheese production, its health impacts, and the addictive nature of dairy. Delving into his latest findings, he unveils how our diet affects everything from personal health to global sustainability.

Dr. Barnard also addresses the challenges posed by misinformation in the food and pharmaceutical industries, advocating for a shift towards a plant-based diet as a powerful tool for reversing chronic diseases and improving overall wellness. His discussion extends to the transformative potential of his Power Foods Diet, highlighting the undeniable benefits of plant-based foods.

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that not only sheds light on pressing health issues but also empowers us to make informed dietary choices for a healthier, more ethical world.

Get Dr. Barnard's new book here - https://www.pcrm.org/power-foods-diet

Host: Joe Best

Audio Editor: Jake Singer

Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk

We asked Dr. Neal Barnard why his YouTube interview was removed from Diary of A CEO, among other things.. Stay tuned!

We we're recently joined by the distinguished Dr. Neal Barnard, a leading voice in plant-based nutrition and founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

Dr. Barnard shares his expert insights on the hidden truths of cheese production, its health impacts, and the addictive nature of dairy. Delving into his latest findings, he unveils how our diet affects everything from personal health to global sustainability.

Dr. Barnard also addresses the challenges posed by misinformation in the food and pharmaceutical industries, advocating for a shift towards a plant-based diet as a powerful tool for reversing chronic diseases and improving overall wellness. His discussion extends to the transformative potential of his Power Foods Diet, highlighting the undeniable benefits of plant-based foods.

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that not only sheds light on pressing health issues but also empowers us to make informed dietary choices for a healthier, more ethical world.

Get Dr. Barnard's new book here - https://www.pcrm.org/power-foods-diet

3:29 - 4:38: Why advocate for a plant-based diet?

4:39 - 10:25: What helped you make this connection so early on?

10:25 - 12:19: What lead you to do your first book?

12:47 - 15:10: Cheese is dairy crack

15:20 - 24:20: How is cheese made?

24:20 - 28:20: Do you have any advice for type 2 diabetics?

29:04 - 31:24: Plant fats vs animal fats?

32:14 - 35:00: Why did you write this new book that focuses on weight?

35:45 - 39:07: Is it the fat causing the metabolism to slow down or is it extra calories?

39:47 - 42:02: Do you believe you can eat as much as you want provided it is high carb low fat?

44:46 - 46:19: Why was the YouTube video of Diary of a CEO removed?

46:19 - 46:58: Do you think it is related to the advertisers?

47:30 - 49:35: Do you think there are pressures to silence this information?

50:12 - 52:43: To what degree are we still being fed white lies?

52:43 - 55:46: Do you feel they are doing the same to the consumers and the doctors or is there something more sinister going on?

55:46 - 56:40: Is there a way that people can find a plant-based diet without having to get sick first?

56:57 - 58:10: Are plant-based restaurants growing or stagnant?

58:50 - 1:00:10: Vegan vs non-vegan weight-loss

1:00:11 - 1:01:36: Is fat addictive?

1:01:56 - 1:04:30: What would be the ideal plant-based world from supply to consumer?

Welcome back to another episode of the PBN Podcast!

In this episode, we’re thrilled to break bread with Ed and Natasha Tatton, the dynamic duo behind 'Ed's Bred', the revolutionary BReD–Organic Sourdough, Whistler, BC's premier 100% plant-based café and bakery. From Natasha's globe-trotting adventures as an English teacher to her heartfelt mission in the front lines of a vegan eatery, to Ed's transformation from a globe-trotting chef to a maestro of vegan sourdough, their story is a delectable blend of passion, advocacy, and artisanal excellence.

Dive into the heart of their journey, exploring how they've kneaded their individual paths into a shared vision that's not just about baking bread but about sowing seeds of compassion, sustainability, and community well-being. Hear about the challenges and triumphs they've encountered while turning BReD into a B Corp-certified beacon for plant-based living and how they're using their business to stir up positive change for people, animals, and the planet.

Follow Ed's Bred here - https://www.instagram.com/eds_bred/?hl=en

Host: Robbie Lockie

Editor: Polly Foreman

Audio Editor: Phil Marriott

Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk

Producer: Xisca Taylor

00:00:00 An Introduction to Ed & Natasha Tatton

00:04:24 Beginning the vegan journey

00:12:25 Life in Whistler, Canada and opening a vegan bakery

00:17:29 Why Whistler? (GoWhistler interview clip)

00:20:22 Vegan or Plant-Based?

00:21:50 Maintaining a good relationship whilst working together as a couple

00:25:56 The vegan ethos: incorporating vegan principles into baking

00:26:47 Vegan Bakery in a Ski Resort becomes a B Corp! (BReD video clip)

00:27:50 Training staff to use positive language

00:37:10 The magic of Sourdough

00:45:00 Gluten and wheat intolerance

00:47:52 BReD: Sourdough Loaves, Small Breads, and Other Plant-Based Baking - Ed & Natasha’s recipe book

01:01:30 The 5-year plan and future dreams

01:03:45 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the PBN Podcast!

Today's guest is the incredible Sarah Bentley, the visionary behind the plant-based community cookery school and charity Made In Hackney. Sarah has nurtured its evolution from a local project to an influential organization with a national and international reach, advocating for a shift towards plant-based diets without losing sight of its core mission of communal care.

Under her leadership, Made In Hackney has empowered over 400,000 individuals to embrace plant-based eating and has collaborated with more than 200 community partners.

Sarah is now focusing on penning a debut cookbook featuring a decade's worth of community-inspired plant-based recipes and launching a consultancy to drive significant, positive change for the environment and society through the third sector and committed corporations.

Host: Robbie Lockie

Editor: Polly Foreman

Audio Editor: Phil Marriott

Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk

Producer: Xisca Taylor

00:00:00 An Introduction to Sarah Bentley from Made In Hackney

00:03:00 Discovering the vegan lifestyle

00:13:20 Getting into Music Journalism

00:17:25 Food sovereignty

00:22:07 Why The World Needs Community Kitchens (incl. TedTalk clip)

00:21:48 The inception of Made In Hackney?

00:39:12 Ambassador Andi Oliver visits Made In Hackney Community Meal Service (clip)

00:40:45 Why we need to see more Made In Hackney’s around the world

00:42:20 “We will open!” (TedTalk clip)

00:42:57 Making a stand and taking control

00:51:08 Expanding the movement

00:57:58 The partnership with Fuller’s pubs: creating a “plant-based hero” on the menu

01:00:05 The noise around Plant-based meats

01:14:58 The future of Made In Hackney / New roads ahead

01:17:41 Stranded on a desert island

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast!

In this episode, we spoke to metal drummer Dirk Verbeuren. Dirk joined Megadeth, one of the world’s biggest thrash metal bands, in 2016.

Dirk has always been an animal lover, but - like many people - he previously didn’t realize what was happening to animals in our food system. His wife Hannah opened his eyes to animal agriculture back in 2005, prompting him to ditch meat and go vegetarian. He went vegan eight years ago after learning more about how animals are being treated for food.

We sat down with Dirk to discuss the link between veganism and metal music, the animal causes close to his heart, the importance of using his social following to stand up for animals, and much more.

Dirk's story is a testament to the power of personal change, informed by love for animals and a quest for a more compassionate lifestyle.

Follow Dirk here - https://www.instagram.com/dirkverbeuren/

Host: Polly Foreman

Audio Editor: Phil Marriott

Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk

Producer: Xisca Taylor

00:00:00 An introduction to Dirk Verbeuren

00:01:50 The start of Dirk’s vegan journey

00:03:15 Are we genuine animal lovers?

00:05:07 The “lightbulb moment”

00:06:05 Sharkwater: an investigation of sharks' importance to ecosystems and humankind's mass destruction of shark species worldwide (movie clip)

00:10:15 Raising awareness of animal welfare, environmental activism and veganism on social media

00:12:40 Negative experiences on social media

00:16:15 Discovering ‘Mr Brightside’ by The Killers long after it was a hit

00:18:46 Veganism within the metal community

00:21:30 Megadeth ‘Night Stalkers Chapter II’ (music clip)

00:22:38 Misconceptions about veganism

00:24:23 Favourite plant-based foods

00:31:05 The environmental benefits of a vegan lifestyle

00:46:10 Advice for anyone wanting to go vegan

Welcome back to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today we have a very special guest joining us for the third time.

Earthling Ed is a vegan educator, public speaker, content creator, and best-selling author. He’s widely known in the vegan community for his incredible animal advocacy, his ability to effectively communicate the vegan message, and respond to literally any argument put to him against veganism He’s just published his third book, named How To Argue With A Meat-Eater (And Win Every Time), which teaches you everything you’ve ever wondered about how to respond to difficult questions about the vegan lifestyle.

Get Ed's new book here - https://www.waterstones.com/book/how-to-argue-with-a-meat-eater-and-win-every-time/ed-winters/2928377222277

Host: Robbie Lockie

Editor: Polly Foreman

Audio Editor: Phil Marriott

Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk

Producer: Xisca Taylor

00:00:00 An introduction to Ed Winters aka Earthling Ed

00:04:55 How To Argue with a Meat Eater and Win Every Time: an introduction to the new book by Ed Winters

00:07:45 The evolution of Ed Winters as a vegan advocate and campaigner

00:11:14 Defending ‘extreme’ veganism on GB News (clip)

00:12:49 Approaching and understanding those with core beliefs

00:16:39 The role of misinformation within our society

00:20:48 Piers Morgan tries the Greggs vegan sausage roll (Good Morning Britain clip)

00:22:41 Combating organisations that push misinformation

00:27:25 Heated vegan debate on TV (GB News clip)

00:28:37 The media’s coverage on vegan industries

00:41:22 The ‘Crop Deaths’ argument

00:52:47 The war on ultra processed plant-based meats

01:01:55 “Elon Musk has had enough of vegan misinformation” (Earthling Ed video clip)

01:03:57 Dissecting the most difficult arguments

01:10:05 Invaluable experiences when writing the new book “How To Argue with a Meat Eater and Win Every Time”

01:12:40 Celular Agriculture

Welcome to another episode of the Plant Based News podcast! Today we're joined by a very special guest, Zack Polanski, a UK politician and deputy leader of the Green Party of England and Wales. Zack has also been a member of the London Assembly for the party since 2021.

In April of this year, Zack made headlines after writing an open letter to London mayor Sadiq Khan urging him to make veganism more accessible in the city. Zack also stressed the importance of plant-based diets for addressing the “climate and ecological emergency.”

Host: Robbie Lockie

Editor: Polly Foreman

Audio Editor: Phil Marriott

Social Media: Darrell Sawczuk

Producer: Xisca Taylor

00:00:00 An introduction to Zack Polanski

00:03:14 The beginning of Zack Polanski’s vegan story

00:08:00 The importance of a plant-based food system

00:12:08 The National Food Strategy - an independent study of the UK food system

00:14:35 Behavioral change on a mass scale

00:22:45 Getting into politics with the Green Party

00:27:48 This Is How The Greens Can Win: Aaron Bastani Meets Zack Polanski Clip (Interview for Novara Media)

00:28:48 The Importance of being involved in Politics

00:37:45 An open letter to The Mayor of London

00:51:19 What are food subsidies?

00:56:47 The Transfarmation Project: helping farmers transition from industrial animal agriculture

01:02:38 Artificial Intelligence

01:07:34 Stranded on a desert island