March 14, 2022
Love You More
Ep 3: Eat Plants, Feel Better (with Alex Caspero)
Episode summary:
Alex has spent her career helping *mostly* women ditch diet culture, let go of the guilt and shame that often surrounds eating, and move toward a plant-predominant diet. For her, it's not important to label your diet or feel pressure to eat "perfectly." It's about moving in a healthier direction that supports your mental and physical health.
An important component of self care is nourishing your body in ways that feel good, reduce disease, and provide your body with the nutrients it needs to function optimally. Incorporating more plants into your diet is the key to all of those. Whether you want to learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet, want to learn easy swaps you can use to get more fruit and vegetables in your meals, or are struggling to manage a diagnosis this episode is for you!
Favorite quote:
“If we’re making choices that make us stressed or feel guilty or shame around our food choices, that’s just not a sustainable way to show up everyday.”
About Our Guest, Alex Caspero
Alexandra Caspero MA, RD, RYT, is A Registered Dietitian, Plant-Based Chef, owner of Delish Knowledge and author of Fresh Italian Cooking for the New Generation. Her award-winning blog, Delish Knowledge, focuses on making whole-food, vegetarian eating deliciously simple. Alex is part-owner and Nutrition Director of the plant-based food company, rootberry, located in St. Louis, MO.
Alex is the co-founder of Plant-Based Juniors, an evidence-based platform that helps parents navigate the world of plant-based prenatal and pediatric nutrition. She is the co-author of the bestselling book, The Plant-Based Baby + Toddler. Additionally, she is the co-author of Joyful Eating, Nourished Life, a 6-week program which helps others discover a happier, healthier relationship with food and their body.
Alex's Website: https://www.delishknowledge.com/
Plant Based Juniors: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/
Buy Fresh Italian Cooking Cookbook on Amazon
Buy the Plant Based Baby & Toddler on Amazon
Buy 30 Under 30 Cookbook
Try the Joyful Eating, Nourished Life program
In the St. Louis area, try rootberry!
Resources
What is plant-based eating?
Mark Bittman on VB6
Calls to action
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Episode Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835775/10237502-ep-3-eat-plants-feel-better-with-alex-caspero.mp3?download=true
