• How Do You Deal with Family and Friends Who are Not Plant-Based?

  • May 10 2024
  • Length: 23 mins
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How Do You Deal with Family and Friends Who are Not Plant-Based?

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

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

    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.

    As referenced in the episode:
    • Culinary Medicine Recipe podcast
    • Guest Website: https://www.sensationssalud.com/
    • Alternative Food Network Newsletter Sign-Up
    • Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center
    • Other links of interest: Dr. Falquier’s Mexican Tacos Recipe with beans & How to Roast Vegetables on Alternative Food Network’s Apple Podcasts Subscription
    CREDITS:
    Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
    Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

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