Plant-Based Diet

By: Alternative Food Network
  • Summary

  • 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.

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Episodes
  • Do You Need to Eat Meat to Build Muscle?
    Jun 14 2024
    Master personal trainer and life coach, Kate Galli, answers one of the most common questions in the fitness world: Do we need to eat meat to build muscle? Kate shares her insights and debunks myths about protein and muscle growth on a plant-based diet. She provides practical examples of plant-based protein sources that can help you achieve your fitness goals without compromising your values or health.

    In this episode you’ll hear:
    3:00 – The power of discipline.
    4:05 – Debunking the myth: Can you build muscle without eating meat?
    7:55 – Plant-based protein sources for muscle growth.
    11:20 – Kate’s fitness clients.
    14:00 – Kate’s opinion on the need for supplements.
    18:00 – How to transition to plant-based eating?
    20:15 – Kate’s podcast

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    Guest Link: https://strongbodygreenplanet.com/

    CREDITS:
    Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
    Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

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    25 mins
  • How Do You Deal with Family and Friends Who are Not Plant-Based?
    May 10 2024
    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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    23 mins
  • Green Thumbs Unite: Mastering Low-Maintenance Gardening
    Apr 12 2024
    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 plants
    6:15 – Low maintenance gardening
    8:00 – Healthy soil
    10:45 – Plant vibrations and frequencies as indicators of a healthy plant
    14:00 – What high quality compost looks like and where to buy compost
    16:40 – Decompacting soil
    17:15 – Should soil be turned?
    18:30 – Mulching
    20:15 – Should you rake leaves from your garden in the fall?
    21:00 – Weeds
    23:10 – What are cover crops?
    25:15 – Matthieu’s garden masterclass
    27:20 – Easy to grow vegetables
    28:30 – 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 Garfin
    Sound 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.
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    33 mins

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