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Ordinary Vegan PodcastChildhood Trauma: The Link To Disease and Brain HealthTraumatic invalidation cannot only damage your self-worth but also lead to an increased potential for many adult diseases and negatively impact brain development. The good news is there are ways to repair the long-term effects of childhood trauma. In this episode, Nancy Montuori shares tested and proven ways to exercise and rewire the brain. Additionally, we discuss the ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study and how the disclosure of ACEs can positively impact and improve a person’s perception of themselves. You can take the ACE test here. Like this show? Please leave a review here - ev...2025-06-0321 minOrdinary Vegan PodcastChildhood Trauma: The Link To Disease and Brain HealthTraumatic invalidation cannot only damage your self-worth but also lead to an increased potential for many adult diseases and negatively impact brain development. The good news is there are ways to repair the long-term effects of childhood trauma. In this episode, Nancy Montuori shares tested and proven ways to exercise and rewire the brain. Additionally, we discuss the ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study and how the disclosure of ACEs can positively impact and improve a person’s perception of themselves. You can take the ACE test here. Like this show? Please leave a review here - ev...2025-06-0321 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #99-Mark Bittman - How To Eat More SustainablyAs many of us know, the food we eat impacts everything. Current food systems are failing us in terms of livelihoods, inequality, human health, and the environment. Today’s guest, renowned writer, Mark Bittman, is one of the most successful food writers of all time. Over the past 30 years, he has penned over 17,000 recipes and countless books, including the best-selling book “How To Cook Everything.” In the past, he wrote mostly about the pleasures of cooking but has shifted gears to become a food activist. Today, Mark Bittman inspires us to eat a healthy diet that is also sustainable. I...2021-07-1435 minOrdinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #99-Mark Bittman - How To Eat More SustainablyAs many of us know, the food we eat impacts everything. Current food systems are failing us in terms of livelihoods, inequality, human health, and the environment. Today’s guest, renowned writer, Mark Bittman, is one of the most successful food writers of all time. Over the past 30 years, he has penned over 17,000 recipes and countless books, including the best-selling book “How To Cook Everything.” In the past, he wrote mostly about the pleasures of cooking but has shifted gears to become a food activist. Today, Mark Bittman inspires us to eat a healthy diet that is also sustainable. I...2021-07-1435 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #98- Kathy Freston & 72 Reasons To Be VeganIf there's one person who put the vegan lifestyle on the map, it would have to be Kathy Freston. For over 10 years, Kathy has been part of the plant-based movement. She has written nine books including Veganist, The Lean, Clean Protein, and Quantum Wellness. Her newest offering, co-authored with Gene Stone, is entitled "72 Reasons To Be Vegan - Why Plant-Based. Why Now" which was released on March 30 of this year. Kathy's appearance on The Oprah Winfrey show inspired Oprah and her entire staff to go entirely vegan for 21 days. In addition, Kathy appears frequently on national TV, in...2021-05-0535 minOrdinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #98- Kathy Freston & 72 Reasons To Be VeganIf there's one person who put the vegan lifestyle on the map, it would have to be Kathy Freston. For over 10 years, Kathy has been part of the plant-based movement. She has written nine books including Veganist, The Lean, Clean Protein, and Quantum Wellness. Her newest offering, co-authored with Gene Stone, is entitled "72 Reasons To Be Vegan - Why Plant-Based. Why Now" which was released on March 30 of this year. Kathy's appearance on The Oprah Winfrey show inspired Oprah and her entire staff to go entirely vegan for 21 days. In addition, Kathy appears frequently on national TV, in...2021-05-0535 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #90-Turning Your Passion Into a Vegan BusinessStarting a vegan business is not for the faint of heart. Building a new business can be scary and risky, but every successful entrepreneur will tell you that it’s worth it. Today’s podcast is part 1 of a vegan business series focused on plant-based entrepreneurs. You might be saying why now? Because the coronavirus is sparking a plant-based sales explosion, and this could be a good time to turn your passion into a vegan business. Additionally, many big successful businesses started in a downturn like Netflix. Legend has it that Netflix founder, Reed Hastings, was mo...2020-11-1027 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #89-Answers To Common Vegan QuestionsToday, Ordinary Vegan tackles some of the most common vegan questions asked by our community members. And more than likely, all vegans have been asked these common vegan questions at some point. Furthermore, if you’re thinking about becoming vegan, you may find the answer to something that’s troubling you right here. Podcast #89 is dedicated to common vegan questions asked by the Ordinary Vegan community along with: Oil or no oil Oil-free salad dressing recipes A typical day of food for Ordinary Vegan Time-restricted eating Not feeling full on a vegan diet How to im...2020-10-2725 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #88-Soup Enhancing Tips To Liven Up Your Vegan SoupsSeveral studies that have tested the effects of consuming soup on a regular basis found that routinely eating soup can reduce energy intake, enhance satiety, and promote weight loss. Vegan soups are especially satiating because high fiber vegetables are high volume foods. This is called energy density. Energy density is the number of calories in a particular weight of food. It means you can have satisfying portions of low-energy-dense foods with a relatively low-calorie content. Such high fiber foods like broccoli, squash, peas, cabbage, spinach and sweet potatoes are high volume foods. They add bulk to your...2020-10-1419 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #87-Why Environmentalists Don't Vote with Nathaniel StinnettIn the 2016 US Presidential election, over 10 million people who listed the environment their top priority didn't vote.You might be asking, how can you be an environmentalist and not vote? Today, Nathaniel Stinnett provides the answers. Nathaniel Stinnett is the Founder & Executive Director of the Environmental Voter Project, a non-partisan nonprofit that uses big data and behavioral science to identify non-voting environmentalists and then get them to vote. Dubbed “The Voting Guru” by Grist magazine, Stinnett was named one of America’s 50 environmental visionaries, and he is a frequent expert speaker on cutting-edge campai...2020-09-2635 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #86-: Reversing Diabetes & Inspiring Change with BP Eric AdamsToday I sit down with Brooklyn Borough President, Eric Adams. Eric is in the running to be the next mayor of New York City and he is using his platform to spark real change and spread the plant-based message. Here is some background. At 15 years old, Eric Adams was beaten by police. The traumatizing incident inspired him to become a police officer to help reform New York City policing from the inside. He co-founded 100 Blacks in Law Enforcement Who Care, and after 22 years on the force, retired as a captain. Eric served in...2020-09-1535 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #85-Cultivating Happiness in Stressful TimesNews flash: 2020 has been a rough year on everybody. And according to a recent happiness study, people in the US are more unhappy today than they've been in nearly 50 years. The study found that just 14% of American adults say they're very happy. This statistic is down from 31% who said the same in 2018. Furthermore, in other parts of the world, the health and economic impact of Covid-19 has been significant. So stress and unhappiness isn't just an American problem. Obviously, it's easy to cultivate happiness when life is going our way. But what about the darker...2020-09-0125 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #84-Building T cells for Immunity & Protection Against Covid-19T cells are the most important cells in adaptive immune response because these immune hunters can seek and destroy an infected cell. Unquestionably, building an army of these cells is the single most important defense we have against Covid 19. And although a robust immune system will not totally prevent us from getting the virus, it will offer additional protection. Furthermore, a strong immunity can lessen symptoms if you contract the disease. As we all know, this pandemic has been distressing, frightening, and disruptive. There is currently no vaccine to prevent the coronavirus, so the best...2020-08-1819 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #83-Socially Responsible Investing For A Green PlanetSocially responsible investing is a strategy where people choose to invest in companies that are environmentally and socially responsible. As well as align with their core values. Today we welcome Stephan Kerby, author of the book "You Are The Change: A Beginner's Guide To Socially Responsible Investing." Stephan, a vegan himself, is an expert on the topic of the effects of animal agriculture on the environment and ethical spending. Furthermore, his book "You Are The Change" is dedicated to making complex information about investing more accessible. Stephan shares his story of transitioning to a...2020-08-0437 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #82- Hormonal Imbalance: Causes & Cures with Dr. Neal BarnardHormonal imbalance may be to blame for a range of unwanted symptoms and diseases. Addressing the causes directly is the first step in balancing your hormones. Today we welcome back Dr. Neal Barnard. Dr. Barnard is one of the world's most respected authority on vegan diets. He is a best-selling author, clinical researcher, and founding president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Dr. Barnard has led numerous research studies investigating the effects of diet on diabetes, including a groundbreaking study of dietary interventions in type 2 diabetes. As president of the...2020-07-2143 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #81-How To Survive a Pandemic with Dr. Michael GregerOn this special episode, I speak to leading health expert, Dr. Michael Greger, on how to survive a pandemic. It's hard to make sense of the scary reality we now live in. And fears about catching Covid-19 can take an emotional and physical toll. Furthermore, there is so much confusion about protecting ourselves from this pandemic. This is why I am so happy that we have Dr. Greger here today to help clear up some of the confusion. Today's podcast is dedicated to how to survive a pandemic along with: Dangerous hand disinfectants and...2020-07-0733 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #80-Why Physical Activity Reduces Your Risk of DiseaseThere are plenty of good reasons to include lots of physical activity into your life. Big ones include reducing your risk for heart disease, obesity, type-2 diabetes, or stroke. Exercise can also cause changes in antibodies and white blood cells. White blood cells are the body's immune system cells that can help reduce your chance of becoming sick. In addition, physical activity can help flush bacteria out of the lungs and airways, which adds another layer of protection against Covid-19. Today's podcast is dedicated to how and why physical activity can enhance your...2020-06-2314 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #79-Dietary Supplements - The Health RisksDid you know the Food and Drug Administration does not require dietary supplements to be proven safe before they are marketed? Furthermore, supplement use has reached an all-time high. So clearly, it is important to know how to purchase and wisely use dietary supplements safely. Supplements are available without a prescription and usually come in pill, powder, or liquid form. Popular supplements include vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. People take these products to make sure they get enough essential nutrients to improve their health. In 2019, the CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements revealed...2020-06-0921 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #78-The Health Risks Of Social Isolation & LonelinessExperts have long been concerned about loneliness, and now social isolation has made the epidemic worse. According to a 2018 national survey by Cigna, loneliness levels have reached an all-time high, with nearly half of 20,000 US adults reporting they sometimes or always feel alone. Sadly, one of our youngest generations, Generation Z, is feeling the most significant impacts of loneliness. In an analysis conducted by The Pew Research Center, one-in-ten Americans say they feel lonely or isolated from those around them. Unsurprisingly, frequent loneliness is linked to dissatisfaction with one's family and social life. ...2020-05-2722 min
Investigating Vegan Life With Patricia KathleenTalking with Nancy Montuori: Founder, Chef, Author, and Podcast HostToday I sat down with Nancy Montuori, a health and wellness advocate, author, chef, consultant and certified plant-based specialist who champions compassionate living through her plant-based cooking blog, Ordinary Vegan. The unifying idea for Ordinary Vegan is to encourage people to be part of a healthy and compassionate community. Ordinary Vegan, LLC (based out of LA)This series features conversations I conducted with individuals who have dedicated their work and lives to Vegan research, businesses, art, and society. This podcast series is hosted by Patricia Kathleen and Wilde Agency Media. TRANSCRIPT[00:00:10] Hi...2020-05-2000 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #77-How To Improve Gut Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz"The single most powerful determinate of healthy gut microbiome is the diversity of plants." ~Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Did you know that over 70% of the immune system lives in the gut? And the Covid-19 virus can hit people with a weakened immune system harder. That is why I am delighted to have Dr. Will Bulsiewicz as our guest on today's podcast. Will Bulsiewicz, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist in clinical practice in Charleston, SC. He is one of the leading gut health experts in the country and creator of the popular TheGutHealthMD Instagram account. In h...2020-04-2753 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #76-Breathing Exercises with Patrick McKeown“My mission is to empower people to take control of their own health, well-being and fitness using simple breathing exercises proven to improve body oxygenation”.Patrick McKeown Most people take their breathing for granted. Why shouldn't they? They have been doing it since birth without any effort. But my guest, Patrick McKeown, takes breathing very seriously, and he is convinced that breathing correctly can change your life. Patrick McKeown has written seven books on improving your body's oxygen use. His latest book, "The Oxygen Advantage," is a simple yet revolutionary approach to improving your body...2020-04-2746 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #75: Healthy Pantry Food & Canned Food Recipes For IsolationPeople often significantly underestimate the quantity and value of the foods that they have stored in cupboards and pantries. Today’s podcast will teach you how to make the most out of your pantry food. The uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus is the most challenging thing to handle. Unquestionably, food, and having enough of it is of the utmost importance. And seeing bare shelves at grocery stores is fueling that fear. People are trying to minimize the risks associated with frequent shopping so they are buying in more significant quantities. But experts do agree tha...2020-04-1423 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #74-Best Foods For Respiratory System HealthDid you know what you eat can benefit your lung function and improve your respiratory system health? Today we explore food and exercises to improve conditions in the air passageways to make your lungs stronger. We often don't consider the important role our lungs play in keeping us well. It is not until we experience problems breathing that we take notice. Recently there has been a lot of attention about lung function and the respiratory system. The new Covid-19 virus attacks the lungs and researchers are trying to understand why. But until they figure it o...2020-04-0124 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #73-Foods To Help You Sleep & Boost ImmunityEven in the best of times, many people struggle to get high-quality sleep. So today's podcast is devoted to foods to help you sleep. Since my last podcast, our life, as we know it, has changed drastically. Stress and anxiety are at an all-time high. The coronavirus has changed how we conduct our daily lives, and change is hard. The first thing I would like to say is stimulate don't isolate. Meaning, take this downtime as an opportunity to do something different. So many of us rush through our moments in life because we are s...2020-03-1920 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #72-The Single Best Way to Prevent Novel Coronavirus InfectionGiven the heightened risk of contracting the novel coronavirus, today’s podcast is dedicated to the single best thing you can do to avoid it. Unquestionably, I am not an alarmist, but sometimes we need to prepare for a possible disruption in our lives like the novel coronavirus. Also, as of today, March 5, the chances of contracting the novel coronavirus is very low, so please don’t panic. But that doesn’t mean we can’t take precautions. First off, we are being inundated with new, unfamiliar words and phrases. For example, S...2020-03-0924 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #71-Leafy Green Vegetables for Weight Loss & Cognitive HealthIf you need more incentive to eat your leafy green vegetables, this podcast is especially for you. Did you know leafy green vegetables are superfoods? They are rich in vitamins and minerals. Low in calories and high in fiber and calcium. Greens can lower your risk of certain cancers, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Dark leafy green vegetables can even help manage your weight. Not only that, evidence keeps piling up that leafy greens such as spinach and kale can keep your brain sharp and save your memory. Today’s podcast explores all the new...2020-02-2117 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #70-How To Increase Serotonin Naturally with FoodAre you looking to increase serotonin and dopamine naturally? Maybe to fight the winter blues or perhaps to help with more serious mental health issues. Let”s face it. People are feeling more and more anxious these days. Between the threat of global warming, the coronavirus, and every day news events being stressed and sad it at an all time high. Feeling sad is part of being human and temporary. Depression is more than ordinary sadness. It can cause anxiety, fatigue, trouble with concentration, and a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. ...2020-02-1223 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #69 -How To Break A Bad Habit with Dr. Judson BrewerWe all have bad habits that we struggle with, from unhealthy eating to smoking. Today’s podcast examines how to break a bad habit with psychiatrist and addiction expert, Dr. Judson Brewer. Judson Alyn Brewer, M.D., Ph.D. had devoted his career to the mechanisms of habit, and his discoveries have been life changing for many people. His Youtube video “A Simple Way To Break A Bad Habit” has over 8 million views. He has published numerous articles, and his work has been featured on 60 Minutes, CNN, NPR, and in multiple magazines. As director of researc...2020-01-2843 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #68-Is Vegan Meat Healthy“I try to encourage people to shift to plant protein. I think that’s the No. 1 thing that people can do in their lifetime to positively impact climate change.” Ethan Brown, Founder Beyond Meat Many companies are entering the plant-based meat business, and sales are booming. But is vegan meat healthy? And what about all the other plant-based products targeting meat-eaters? What does "plant-based" actually mean? Simply put, plant-based is now the buzz-word for health, and marketers have seized the moment. But plant-based doesn't always equal healthy. In today’s episode, we break down the nutritio...2020-01-1423 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #67-Time Restricted Eating - New Studies UpdateUnlike diets that tell you what to eat, time-restricted eating focuses on when to eat. Today’s podcast is devoted to the latest studies on time-restricted eating and the recently revealed health benefits. Time-Restricted eating is becoming an increasingly popular way to lose weight. Furthermore, this fasting technique is showing a lot of promise. In the past, many of the studies on time-restricted eating have involved animals rather than people. For example, one study in 2014 found that mice that only ate food during an 8 to 9 hour period each day lost weight and h...2019-12-1420 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #66- with Colleen Patrick GoudreauEvery November, we commemorate World Vegan Month. What better way to celebrate than welcoming long-time animal advocate, author, and all-around inspiring vegan, Colleen Patrick Goudreau. In addition, she is an acclaimed speaker, and her award-winning Food for Thought podcast has been changing hearts and minds for over 14 years. Colleen is also a recognized expert and leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately. She is the author of seven books, including her newest book, The Joyful Vegan: Everything You Need to Stay Vegan in a World That Wants You to Keep E...2019-11-1447 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #65 - The Dangers of Mixing MedicationsCombined drug intoxication (CDI), also known as multiple drug intake, is an unnatural cause of human death. This shouldn’t be confused with drug overdose because CDI is due to the simultaneous use of multiple drugs. CDI is becoming more common in recent years because mental health problems are on the rise, and many people are taking some kind of anti-anxiety or depression medication. What many of these people don’t know is that these prescribed medications can interact badly with common over-the-counter medications or other prescribed drugs. Not only that, cough syrups, antihistamines, cold, and fl...2019-11-0322 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #64: Fat Burning Foods To Help Lose WeightIn Podcast #63 "How Not To Diet", Dr. Greger discussed fat burning foods to help lose weight. Today's podcast is a follow-up to a few of the foods he mentioned. First, we discuss which foods contribute to weight loss and why it works. For example, there are certain foods that increase energy expenditure. Meaning, they have metabolic boosting properties. Metabolism is the process by which our body converts what we eat and drink into energy. Often when we diet, our metabolism slows down because we need less energy to maintain our body. Ha...2019-09-3020 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #63-How Not To Diet with Dr. Michael GregerThe primary cause of weight gain and disease is what we eat. Dr. Greger's new book "How Not To Diet" empowers us with the knowledge on how to live a healthy, obesity-free life without dieting. If you are not familiar with Dr. Michael Greger, you should be. He is a physician, best selling author, and internationally recognized professional speaker on a number of important health issues. He is the founder of the non-profit NutritionFacts.org and the author of the New York Times bestseller "How Not To Die." In a nutshell, Dr. Greger r...2019-09-2432 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #62 - Anti-Inflammatory FoodToday's podcast explores the root of all disease, chronic inflammation. Also, the anti-inflammatory foods that can help reduce and fight inflammation. Inflammation is part of the body's response to infection and tissue damage, and it is crucial to the healing process. But over the last 15 years, studies show that when chronic inflammation lingers, it leaves your body in a constant state of alert. This can lead to chronic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and even Alzheimer's disease. Preventing chronic inflammation and knowing the signs is crucial. In...2019-09-1423 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #61- Is Your Tap Water Safe To Drink & The Safest Water To DrinkIs your tap water safe to drink? Contaminated water has become an alarming issue not only in the United States but all over the world. Uncontaminated water is essential for human survival, healthy ecosystems, and sustainable development. The tap water we drink isn’t just coming from your local stream. It comes from lakes, rivers, reservoirs, or underground sources like aquifers. And any kind of water can become polluted with chemicals, regardless of its size or location. According to a new report by the non-profit Environmental Working Group, as many as 43 states...2019-08-1722 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #60- Legumes List, Health Benefits & RecipesIn today's podcast we focus on the healthiest beans you can eat from my legumes list. Legumes provide a magnitude of essential nutrients that can help you live a longer and healthier life. And science proves that beans contribute to longevity because they cool down systemic inflammation. Inflammation contributes to many long-term diseases including cardiovascular disease and cancer. Chances are legumes, such as beans and lentils are not part of your regular diet. This legumes list provides you with my favorite legumes, and some easy ways to make them part of...2019-07-3018 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #59-Wabi-Sabi: Embracing Imperfection In A Vegan DietToday, I want to encourage the pursuit of imperfection. It's called wabi-sabi, and accepting imperfection is the fundamental principal. That does not mean to embrace failure. It means to embrace learning and to be willing not to get it entirely right. “Wabi means simplicity, humility, and living in tune with nature." It describes someone content with little and makes the most of whatever they have. “Sabi” refers to transience, beauty, and authenticity of age." The term has its roots in Buddhism but eventually evolved into a distinctly Japanese ideal. The Japane...2019-06-2018 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #58 - Lyme Disease Protection, Symptoms & TreatmentAnyone who spends time in the outdoors, in backyards, in the woods, fields and even urban cities should be concerned about Lyme disease. Why? Because according to many reports, Lyme disease caused by ticks, increasingly threaten the health of people all over the world. Most noteworthy, is over the past two decades, seven new tick-borne germs that can cause illness have been identified. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the number of reported cases of Lyme disease in the United States, has tripled. The states with highest...2019-06-0920 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #57- How To Increase Metabolism By Cleansing The LiverMost people don't think about liver health to increase metabolism, but the liver is responsible for helping metabolize fat, produce bile and clean toxins. All of these functions contribute to converting food into energy. In fat metabolism the liver cells break down fats and produces energy. It also helps insure that the level of sugar in your blood (aka blood glucose) stays constant. Bile is primarily well-known as a digestive secretion that helps to digest fats. Bile also breaks down nutrients from food to produce energy and converts inactive Thyroid Hormone (T4) to active T3 th...2019-05-2823 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #56- Eating The Rainbow For Optimal HealthEating the rainbow is a simple way of reminding yourself to consume different colors of fruits and vegetables. By consuming an array of colorful plants, you provide your body with a powerhouse of nutrients that helps ward off disease. Today’s podcast will explore why eating a variety of fruits and vegetables helps you and how each color of fruits and vegetables bring their own individual vitamins and nutrients. Subjects Covered In Eating The Rainbow For Optimal Health & Wellness Include: Blue & Purple Fruits & Vegetables Red Fruits & Vegetables Orange & Yellow Fruits & Vege...2019-05-1038 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #55 - Vegan Tips For Embracing A Plant-Based LifestyleWhether you're giving up animal products for your health, animal rights or climate change, you may need assistance. Today we discuss some tried and tested vegan tips to help this process go more smoothly. Here are a few problems we explore. Eating out or not knowing what to feed your non-vegan family can be challenging. These vegan tips should help you survive as a vegan in a multi-vore household. Leading a busy lifestyle, eating out and trying to find quick plant-based options are also addressed. As more and more fast food restaurants offer...2019-04-1028 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #54 - How To Read A Food LabelLearning how to read a food label can help you make smart food choices. But decoding the nutrition facts can be baffling. Today's podcast will teach you how to build food labeling skills to make it easier for you to use nutrition labels to make quick, informed food choices. Subjects covered in today's podcasts include: Navigating nutrition facts Calories Fat Calories Saturated Fat Carbohydrates Protein Sodium Cholesterol Added Sugars Dietary Fiber Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) References cited: https://www.ncbi.nlm.n...2019-04-0928 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #53- What Is Sugar & Which Sugars Are HealthyFifty-years-ago, the sugar industry funded research that downplayed the risks of sugar and highlighted the hazards of fat. Forty-years-ago, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) started trickling into our food supply. Most people didn't know what HFCS was. So began the confusion about what is sugar and what sugars are healthy. When I decided to tackle the subject of sugar, one of the most surprising statistics I found out is that 99% of toddlers ages 12 to 18 months are downing 5-7 teaspoons of added sugar a day. Not only that, the average sugar consumption for adults is 25 teaspoons a day. Well...2019-03-1928 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #52- Protecting The Environment Begins With YouIt's no secret that human activity is changing the climate. For many, how to protect the environment can seem like a daunting task. In October 2018, the United Nations top climate science panel gathered in South Korea to prepare a new report on climate change. Their report stated the starkest warnings to date of the consequences of climate change. They predicted if significant steps were not taken, global warming could create extreme heat, drought, floods, poverty, and trillions of dollars in debt. Not long after, in December 2018, The EAT-Lancet Commission on Food, Planet and H...2019-02-1926 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #51- Good Fats, Bad Fats & High Fat DietsIn an effort to lose weight, it's easy to be tempted by various fad diets. The difference between good fats and bad fats can get confusing. In today's podcast, we explore the myths and truths about fat and low carb diets. TOPICS INCLUDED: Fat and cholesterol Saturated Fat Unsaturated Fat Trans Fat Polyunsaturated Fat The Ketogenic Diet The Atkins Diet REFERENCES: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/saturated-fat-is-bad-for-the-heart-despite-the-headlines/ https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/polyunsaturated-fats#.V7jCgGUyf8s https...2019-02-0233 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #50: What is Joy & How Joy Can Improve Your HealthPositive emotions have been linked with better health, longer life, and a greater sense of well being. If you are reading this, then you already are seeking to live a healthier lifestyle, And a healthy lifestyle brings longevity. We talk so much about living longer but do we ask ourselves enough “why do we want to live longer?” What is our sense of purpose that gets us up every day and brings us pure joy? Today, we live in a world we can never escape. Our phones are continually pinging us with bad news. Soc...2019-01-1223 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #49: Allergy Causes, Allergy Symptoms & PreventionEach year, over 50 million Americans experience various types of allergies. Many of these allergic conditions are on the rise. In medicine, the hygiene hypothesis states a lack of early childhood exposure to germs suppresses the natural development of the immune system. In other words, living conditions in much of the world might be too clean and being exposed to germs as a child may protect us from allergies. An additional theory is that the increased antibiotic use parallels the rise in allergies and asthma. But other research suggests that the...2018-12-1927 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #48- Best Brain Food & Recipes To Improve Your MemoryWhether you want to improve your memory during exam season or simple stay sharp in your next work meeting, knowing the best brain food to add to your diet can really pay off. Or maybe you are worried about age-related problems like dementia. Although dementia is not a specific disease, it is a general term for a decline in mental ability. Mental decline comes in lots of varieties, Alzheimer's is the most common and the most terrifying especially for older adults. So, no matter who you are or what you do...2018-11-2123 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #47: Dream Interpretation with Tricia KellyYou may think dream interpretation is an unusual subject for a health and wellness podcast, but dreaming is an important function for our emotional health. Dreams are often the way the brain solves problems and deals with our concerns. Furthermore, some psychologists think that dreams are nothing more than random brain activity. While others like Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung believe that dreams can reveal a person's deepest unconscious wishes and desire. In particular, Freud's work on dreams explored the possibility of universal symbols in dreams. However, he was cautious about symbols and believed that...2018-11-021h 03
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #46 - Top 10 Vegan Foods For A Healthy Vegan DietThe amount of faux meats and processed vegan-friendly products has exploded in the past two years. Subsequently, if you are a full-time or part-time vegan who regularly consumes processed vegan foods, these foods can be as unhealthy as animal products. Bottom line, vegan lifestyles aren’t always healthier if you don’t fill your plate with a balance of whole vegan foods. In today’s podcast, I discuss the 10 ten vegan foods you should include in your diet every day. So even if you are already on a vegan diet, sometimes you ne...2018-10-1925 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #45: Suicide PreventionWhen I saw that September was National Suicide month, a month devoted to inform and engage the general public about suicide prevention, I finally got the courage to do a podcast about this subject. Suicide is a national health crisis and a serious medical condition like cancer or heart disease, and there should be no stigma attached to suicidal thoughts. Anyone could be struggling and what I hope to accomplish in this podcast is how to recognize the signs and what you can do to help. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts yo...2018-09-3018 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast 44: Am I An Empath?Do you often feel the pain of others? Do you feel drained after being around certain people for too long? Do you find yourself caring for or taking care of others more than yourself sometimes? Do you feel feelings deeper, harder, and longer than others. Are you sensitive to smells, crowds or excessive talking. Do you have a strong connection to nature or the animal kingdom? If so, you may be an empath. The trademark of an empath is that they feel and absorb other people's emotions and/or physical symptoms because of their high sensitivities. 2018-09-1834 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #43: Cooking With PlantsCooking with plants is a lifestyle that can be enjoyed full or part-time. Even adding two or three plant-based meals to your diet every week can have significant health benefits. A recent study published in the Journal of The American Heart Association revealed that swapping one or two servings of animal protein for plant protein could lead to a reduction in three main cholesterol markers for cardiovascular disease. Another study suggests that eating only one cup of leafy greens a day could slow the rate of memory decline in older adults. Today's podcast is...2018-08-2920 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #42: Toxic Chemicals Hiding In Everyday ProductsHealth and wellness are not merely about diet and exercise, but also about limiting our exposure to toxic chemicals. For the past two decades, toxic chemicals have been added to everything from make-up, household cleaning supplies, clothing, pots, pans, building materials, mattresses, and even perfume. And scientific studies are now showing us that chemicals found in a wide array of household goods are more toxic than we thought. Today's podcast is devoted to unveiling the most common toxic chemicals that could unknowingly be harming your health and how to avoid them. We will...2018-08-0131 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #41: Interview with Dr. John McDougall"The Starch Solution is a diet based on starch. Yes, let me say that again, it is a diet based on starch" --Dr. John McDougall “Dr. John McDougall is the dean of medical practitioners in nutrition-centered medicine- because of his incredible accomplishments, knowledge, and courage to stand up for what he believes. Thousands of his patients know him as an icon. When you read this book, you will too.” — T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., coauthor of The China Study These days, you mainly hear people recommending reducing carbs, particularly starchy carbohydrates. But Dr. John McDougall has experienced treme...2018-07-2353 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #40: Stocking The Vegan Fridge & Creamy, Savory, Vegan White SauceFor those of you who are new to eating vegan, shopping for food can be daunting. Today we take a look at what staples go into a vegan refrigerator, and we prepare a very versatile, rich, savory, creamy vegan white sauce. It is the perfect replacement for a traditional cream-based sauce and has many uses. Filling your refrigerator with healthy, whole plant-based food makes cooking delicious vegan dishes a pleasure and not a chore. And planning ahead not only saves time and money, but it also allows a lot of flexibility and variation in your...2018-06-2926 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #39: Eating Animals The MovieThe documentary film, Eating Animals, begins with a simple question: where does our meat, eggs, and dairy come from? It then takes us on a eye-opening journey of today’s industrial animal agriculture. Eating Animals, is a enlightening movie about the environmental, economic and public health consequences of factory farming in America. It is slated to hit theaters across the country this month. The film is produced and narrated by actress Natalie Portman, based on the best selling book by Jonathan Safran Foer and directed by Christopher Dillon Quinn. It received high praises from...2018-06-1154 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #38: Fasting, Aging & Longevity with Dr. Valter LongoCan what you eat determine how long and how well you will live? Today we discuss fasting, aging and longevity with Dr. Valter Longo who has devoted his life to answering that very question. Dr. Longo is one of the world's leading scientific authorities on the subject of longevity and fasting. He is an Italian-American cell biologist who is the director of USC's Longevity Institute. He also has a best-selling book called The Longevity Diet which features the 5-Day Fasting-Mimicking Diet. Don't be fooled by the name 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet...2018-05-2947 minOrdinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #38: Fasting, Aging & Longevity with Dr. Valter LongoCan what you eat determine how long and how well you will live? Today we discuss fasting, aging and longevity with Dr. Valter Longo who has devoted his life to answering that very question. Dr. Longo is one of the world's leading scientific authorities on the subject of longevity and fasting. He is an Italian-American cell biologist who is the director of USC's Longevity Institute. He also has a best-selling book called The Longevity Diet which features the 5-Day Fasting-Mimicking Diet. Don't be fooled by the name 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet...2018-05-2947 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #37: Nature's Best RemediesWhat if I was to tell you that the best home remedies for chronic disease come from Mother Nature and may be sitting in your refrigerator right now? Though plant-based herbs and foods have been used for hundreds of years to heal, scientists are finally starting to substantiate plant’s abilities to reduce blood pressure, improve skin problems, fight coronary disease, improve symptoms of vertigo, enhance athletic performance and even help with hearing loss. Find out the foods that have these healing properties and how to include them in your everyday diet. It is easier than...2018-05-1636 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #36: Vegan Cooking & Essential Ingredients For The Vegan PantryMost of my podcasts are centered around nutrition and the value of a plant-based diet to help you live a long, healthy life, but today I want to get back to the basics. When you first begin experimenting with a plant-based diet, it can be confusing. What are the essentials to buy? How do I properly cook those essentials? And what foods are needed to keep your family healthy and energized? Those topics are also helpful for anyone who has been practicing a vegan diet for some years because slowing down and re-evaluating how we do...2018-04-1842 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #35: Brain Disease, Symptoms, Prevention & Growing Brain CellsWith the sharp rise in dementia and other brain disorders, it is vital to do everything we can to prevent brain disease. In this week's podcast, we learn brain disease symptoms and how to grow healthy brain cells for extra protection. Many people understand the importance of having a healthy body, but many overlook the value of brain health. The human brain is an exceptional and complex mechanism, and we need to treat it with the utmost respect. Brain scientists in recent years have discovered a number of surprising ways our brain affects our overall h...2018-03-3127 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #34: A Vegan Diet For Diabetes & Superfoods for DiabetesResearchers have found that adopting a vegan diet for diabetes has the potential to prevent and even reverse Type 2 diabetes. A healthy plant-based diet could also help improve symptoms for anyone suffering from the many types of this disease. And one of the best ways to manage diabetes is to learn as much as you can about your condition. Diabetes is now a disease that affects 371 million people worldwide, and 187 million of them do not even know they have the disease, according to the International Diabetes Foundation. People who have diabetes can have...2018-03-2039 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #33: How Overfishing Impacts Humanity & Risks of Eating FishAmericans alone, increased their seafood consumption to 15.5 pounds of fish and shellfish per person in 2015. Up nearly a pound from the previous year, making it the biggest leap in seafood consumption in 20 years. Overfishing has been created by advanced fishing technology and an increased demand for fish. This has caused several marine species to become extinct or endangered. The seafood business is also valued at billions of dollars, and when that much money is at stake, people can become very greedy. Fishing vessels as big as cruise ships troll the waters and have th...2018-02-2724 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #32: Foods To Eat During Menopause To Alleviate Unpleasant SymptomsMenopause is a natural period in the life of every woman. On average, menopause starts after 45 years. It is defined as the point in time when menstrual cycles permanently cease due to the natural depletion of ovarian cells from aging. Many women experience physical and emotional symptoms during menopause, caused by hormonal imbalance. Today we learn the common symptoms of menopause and key foods to help and even eliminate menopausal symptoms. The earlier you make sure these foods are staples in your menopause and perimenopause diet, the more manageable menopause and the...2018-02-1326 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #31: The Best Food For Flu Season & To Boost Your Immune SystemFlu season is on track to be the worst in nearly a decade. The CDC (Centers For Disease Control & Prevention) has reported that there have been over 56,000 flu-related deaths, 710,000 people hospitalized and 16 million who sought care from a clinician or hospital so far this season. Many doctors and researchers are scratching their heads about why there are so many viruses and trying to combat the flu involves a fair amount of guesswork. On today's podcast, we discuss a common food additive called trehalose that has been making headlines because of some recent scientific evidence. ...2018-01-3023 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #30: Everything You Need To Know About CBD OilMany people in the wellness world are turning to cannabidiol, commonly referred to as CBD, for its powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiety effects. But as its popularity grows so doesn’t the confusion and misconceptions about this plant-based oil. About a year ago I decided to take a long hard look at CBD oil and its health benefits. I must admit in the beginning I was skeptical because I didn’t see enough sound scientific proof. Well, a lot has changed in a year, and there are now many more studies and compelling personal stories about the he...2018-01-0622 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #29: How Not To Die with Dr. Michael GregerThey say the secret to happiness is helping others. If that is true, Dr. Michael Greger must be one of the happiest men in the world. The great lengths that he goes to help people understand the connection between nutrition and chronic disease is unrivaled. If you are not familiar with Dr. Michael Greger, here is some background. A graduate of Cornell and Tufts University School of Medicine, Dr. Greger has been published in a vast amount of scientific journals, testified before Congress and lectures at countless symposiums. He was even an expert witness in...2017-12-0634 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #28: A Guide To Good Carbohydrates & Bad CarbohydratesConfused about carbohydrates? Well you are not alone and learning what good carbohydrates are is the key to a successful healthy diet. To understand why carbs often get a bad rap, first, we need to be aware of the different types of carbohydrates. Why is this important? Because carbohydrates are our body’s primary source of energy. If you eat healthy carbs, as part of a balanced diet that includes protein and fat, your body will function the way it should. If you consume unhealthy carbohydrates, you can develop serious health issu...2017-11-2225 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #27: An Interview with Nathan Runkle, Founder of Mercy For AnimalsNathan Runkle is an American animal rights advocate. At the ripe old age of fifteen he founded Mercy For Animals. Reared on a farm in rural Ohio, Nathan has a deep connection with farmed animals. His advocacy and his organization is responsible for sparing 22 million animals from cages and mutilation, thanks to corporate policy victories. His organization is also responsible for freeing 31 million animals from cages annually, thanks to new laws promoted by Mercy For Animals. Nathan believes that a world in which all animals are treated with kindness and compassion is coming into view. ...2017-11-1436 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #26: How To Lose Weight By Changing When You EatNew research suggests that when to eat a meal plays a significant role in predicting weight loss or gain. I am not a big fan of counting calories on a plant-based diet because I believe a healthy vegan diet is a path to lifelong weight control. But the idea of when to eat your calories could make sense for some people who haven't been able to lose weight on a plant-based diet or have problems sleeping. Today I share with you a lot of research I have been doing on weight loss and...2017-11-0824 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastHow To Protect Your Brain From Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s DiseaseAlzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States and one of the most terrifying diseases out there. Polls show that people are more scared of getting dementia in old age than any other disease. Alzheimer’s is not just a disease of old age. Younger-onset also know as early onset Alzheimer’s affects people younger than 65 and 5 million people in the United States alone have younger-onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Since 2000, deaths from Alzheimer’s disease have increased by 89% and in 2015 The Alzheimer’s Disease International estimated that someone in the world deve...2017-09-2730 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastHow To Save Money Buying, Storing and Cooking Organic ProduceToday's podcast is entirely devoted to how to save money buying, storing and cooking organic produce. Let's begin with the most important question. Do you need to spend extra money on organic produce? Non-organic fruits and vegetables contain pesticides, but not everyone can afford organic produce. So if you need to save money and can't buy all organic, you need to know about the risk chart. There are 13 domestically grown non-organic fruits and vegetables that pose a higher risk of pesticides. Learn what those fruits and vegetables are and why the Environmental Working...2017-09-0627 minOrdinary Vegan PodcastHow To Save Money Buying, Storing and Cooking Organic ProduceToday's podcast is entirely devoted to how to save money buying, storing and cooking organic produce. Let's begin with the most important question. Do you need to spend extra money on organic produce? Non-organic fruits and vegetables contain pesticides, but not everyone can afford organic produce. So if you need to save money and can't buy all organic, you need to know about the risk chart. There are 13 domestically grown non-organic fruits and vegetables that pose a higher risk of pesticides. Learn what those fruits and vegetables are and why the Environmental Working...2017-09-0627 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #23: The Cheese Trap with Dr. Neal Barnard"We help people begin truly healthful diets, and it is absolutely wonderful to see, not only their success, but also their delight at their ability to break old habits and feel really healthy for a change." ~~Dr. Neal Barnard I could never give up cheese. Think you can't give up cheese? You're not alone. It is estimated that since 1970, we've gone from 8 pounds of cheese per person per year to 23 pounds. That equals about 60,000 calories of cheese every year. We have cheese on our pizza, burgers, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas. There's cheese in o...2017-07-251h 03
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #22: What Everyone Needs to Know About Intermittent Fasting w/ Dr. Joel Kahn"During the fasting-mimicking diet, cortisone is produced and that initiates a killing of autoimmune cells. This process also leads to the production of new healthy cells.” Valter Longo, cell biologist and Director of the USC Longevity Institute New research concludes that a diet mimicking the effects of fasting should be further examined as a treatment for auto-immune diseases like multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, memory, longevity, weight-loss and type-2 diabetes. I was introduced to intermittent fasting during lectures from some of the leading doctors in plant-based nutrition on the 2017 Holistic Holiday at Sea. 2017-07-0757 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #21: Eradicating Heart Disease With Food with Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr"The truth be known coronary artery disease is a toothless paper tiger that need never exist and if it does exist it need never progress. The medical profession has at its fingertips, the seismic revolution in health. The seismic revolution is never going to come about from pills or drugs - it is never going to come through a procedure or an operation The seismic revolution will come about when we in the medical profession have the will, the guts, and the determination to share with the public the nutritional literacy that will empower them as...2017-06-201h 02Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #20: The Frightening Facts About Cow's MilkIt’s not always popular to speak negatively about commonly consumed and highly touted foods like cow’s milk and cheese from cows. But I felt personally bamboozled when I read all the research and discovered the negative effects of drinking dairy on my health, not to mention the planet and the exploitation of the animals who provide the milk. How could I have been so misled? Well, it wasn't my fault. The United States Department of Agriculture and the milk industry has spent a lot of money over the years touting the importan...2017-06-0822 min
Voices of Vision on Empower RadioPlant-Based Living for the Ordinary Vegan With Nancy MontuoriWhat occurs when a record executive, film producer and writer follows her intuition and path to wellness? An Ordinary Vegan is born. Join Jane as she has a conversation about living a plant based diet with Nancy Montuori. Nancy's positive approach is inspirational, educational and she is living proof. After watching "Forks Over Knifes" in 2011 she knew deep inside her life was about to change. Nancy is now healthy, vibrant and off cholesterol medication! Her motivation in life is to educate others and live a compassionate life of health and wellness through the benefits of a plant based diet.2017-05-1527 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #19: Women and Heart AttacksDid you know heart disease is the number one killer among women? And women who have heart attacks are twice as likely to die as men because they don't recognize the symptoms of a heart attack. According to the Ronald O. Perelman Heart Institute, heart disease in not even on the radar of young women even though heart disease is on the rise for women between the ages of 29 and 45. Women and men's heart attacks are much different. Nearly 50% of women admitted to the hospital for heart attacks don't have chest pain. Learn how to re...2017-05-0727 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #18: Why Low Back Pain or Erectile Dysfunction Could Be Early Warning Signs of Serious Healthy ProblemsIf you have lower back pain, you are not alone. 31 million Americans experience low-back pain at any given time and low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. Back pain also has wider financial implications to patients and society. In the United States alone $50 billion a year is spent on low back pain treatment. Most low back pain is short term and lasts few days to a few weeks. Chronic back pain is defined as pain that persists for 12 weeks or longer and can be more than just physical. It can...2017-04-0721 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #17: The Ultimate Vegan Grocery ListDo you want to begin a plant-based diet full or part-time but don't know where to start? Are you tired of all the confusion around what to eat on a plant-based diet? Do you worry about all the planning, hunting and gathering needed to create a vegan grocery list? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are in the right place. Since becoming vegan in 2011, I have learned a lot about plant-based shopping and cooking. Many hits and many misses. In today's podcast I am providing a vegan grocery list to help you avoid the mis...2017-02-0737 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #16: How To Keep The Weight Off After You DietIf you are one of the 43 million Americans who plan to go on a diet in 2017, there is some very important information you should know. Scientists are now zeroing in on the real reason that yo-yo dieting is not working and you can learn how to implement this important information in your everyday life. Hot and sour cabbage soup recipe for a healthy gut. Visit our health and wellness sponsor Khroma Herbs here. 2016-12-1722 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #15: How Long Are Your Telomeres & Why You Should CareTelomeres are a DNA sequence at the tip of a cell's chromosome in human beings. Think of them as little caps that protect our chromosomes from deterioration which is associated with aging and disease. In recent years, shorter telomeres have been associated with a broad range of age-related diseases including some forms of cancer, dementia, stroke, cardiovascular disease, obesity, osteoporosis,and diabetes. So how can we protect and affect the size of our telomeres? Learn how in today's podcast. Also, we visit Ordinary Vegan's kitchen for a recipe that is my #1 stra...2016-11-2321 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #14: Ordinary Foods with Extraordinary Health BenefitsWhat if you could add five healthy foods to your plate and make an improvement in your health and longevity? Today's podcast explores what ingredients can play a role in controlling blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels, regulate blood sugar, and boost energy. We also provide easy tips and recipes on including these extraordinary ingredients into your diet. Simple and fun ways to spice up your health. This week's podcast recipe is a delicious, easy to prepare authentic Indian cuisine recipe called "Chole" from chef Rema Gopinath's kitchen. There are man...2016-10-1823 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #13: Longevity - Food Secrets of People With The Longest LifespanWe can consume foods that can heal us or we can consume foods that can kill us. Once we know the difference, we are on the road to a healthy, happy, long life. Today's podcast is devoted to longevity and some of the foods that have played a role in the cultures of people around the world who enjoy healthy lives into their 80s, 90s, and some well into their 100s. Listen to today's podcast to unlock the secrets of longevity from the longest-living people in the world: Okinawans. No only do they enjoy the w...2016-08-1620 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #12: How A GFCF Diet Can Help Children with Autism Spectrum DisorderToday's podcast discusses the benefits of a gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet for children with autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. Gut disorders are one of the most common medical conditions associated with autism. The CDC found that children with autism are three to five times more likely to suffer from chronic gastrointestinal disorders. Researchers also found a link to gut disorders and autism severity in children. Toxins produced by abnormal gut bacteria may trigger or or worsen autism in children. The good news is that some autistic and ADHD children's gut bacteria problems can b...2016-06-2930 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #11: Compassion & Healthy Living With Gene BaurI'm extremely excited to welcome Gene Baur to the Ordinary Vegan Podcast! Gene is the co-founder and President of Farm Sanctuary, America's leading farm animal protection organization. Gene is an activist and author known for his work in the animal rights and food movement. Gene Baur has been hailed as "the conscience of the food movement" by TIME magazine. For 25 years he has traveled extensively, campaigning to raise awareness about the abuses of industrialized factory farms. What I love most about Gene Baur is his non-judgmental approach. He gently pries our eyes open with his c...2016-06-1737 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #10: How To Get Optimum Nutrition On A Plant-Based DietToday's podcast explores the role of vitamin and mineral supplements in a plant-based diet. Find out here the most worrisome vitamin deficiencies and how to make sure you include them in your daily diet. We will also prepare a delicious plant-based recipe that is centered around the food that is eaten by the people who have a life expectancy among the highest in the world. 2016-05-2726 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #9: An Interview With Sandy Gooch "Sandy Gooch single handedly pioneered a natural foods revolution for everyday people." ~~~~Whole Foods CEO and co-founder John Mackey Sandy Gooch was experiencing seizures and chest pains at too young of an age. Upon investigation, Sandy Gooch found that what she was eating was making her ill. She made an immediate change in her eating choices. Little did she know, in her own quest for health she would pioneer the nation’s natural food movement. Sandy Gooch discusses her illness, her recovery and what it took to open the first Mrs. Gooch...2016-05-0338 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #8: Letting Go Of The Life We Planned To Have The Life That Is Waiting For Us“Letting go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us”
~~Joseph Campbell
I love Joseph Campbell’s quote about life. Is it genuinely possible to have the life that is waiting for you if you have a job, family, and obligations? If you could imagine the perfect life, what would it look like? Do you do what you want or what is expected of you? How can you change your life?
Since becoming vegan, I have stepped outside my world and opened myself up to a new...2016-04-1029 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #7: Is Your Dinner A Threat To The EnvironmentDon't feel guilty. Most people don't understand the connection between food and climate change. But how we feel about climate change in the future is very important right now. Because it plays a large part in what's going to happen to our planet next.
Here are some facts:
New research warns that without radical changes to our diets, the food industry alone is likely to cause an 80% increase in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
These greenhouse gas emissions cause a man-made greenhouse effect that traps us inside and changes the temperature of the earth's sur...2016-03-2822 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #6: Boost Your Health & Energy With The All-Powerful SeedThe beauty of seeds is that they contain all nine essential amino acids our bodies cannot produce. This is called a complete protein. Since we can't produce them, it is crucial we acquire them through dietary sources. Various studies have demonstrated that many common illnesses are related to deficiencies or imbalances of amino acids in our body. Seeds are also packed with dietary fiber, protein and many antioxidants, and each seed has its own unique qualities and health benefits. Learn how to work seeds into your everyday life with tips and recipes. Also, learn why all vitamin supplements are n...2016-03-1128 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #5: How To Lose Weight and Eat More Calories on a Vegan DietTake a new approach to your diet by understanding calorie density. Calorie density is the simplest approach to healthy eating and lifelong weight management. Learn how to eat more food for fewer calories.
A food high in calorie density has a large number of calories in a small amount of weight. Whereas a food low in calorie density has much fewer calories in the same weight of food.
Foods low in calorie density also tend to be higher in satiety. Satiety is the state of being completely satisfied with less calories.
Learn more about...2016-02-1225 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #4: How A Plant-Based Diet Can Help Prevent & Treat CancerCancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, and cancer rates are expected to surge 57% worldwide over the next 20 years. Curing cancer is complicated and there are many times of cancer and many ways to be exposed. But many cancers are preventable and can be tackled by addressing lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption and what we discuss in this podcast - nutrition. Discover how cancer can be turned on and turned off with certain foods. 2016-01-2424 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #3: The Connection Between Diet and Common Mental Health ProblemsThere are now over 450 million people globally suffering from some form of mental illness. Most are treated with pharmaceutical drugs and therapy. But drugs and therapy aren't the only answer. Food can be your first line of defense against mental illness. There is compelling evidence that healthy gut bacteria plays a crucial role in anxiety and depression. Learn the right foods to eat and the foods to avoid for a healthy gut and brain. We also explore ways to get B12 on a plant-based diet.2016-01-0527 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #2: Vegan ProteinMost vegans will agree that the first question we are ever asked about our diet is “where do you get your protein?” I don’t know how the vegan protein myth got started, but getting enough protein on a vegan diet is simple. Somehow we've been misled and protein became synonymous with animal products like meat and dairy. That's the brilliance of advertising. Learn all the available sources of plant-based protein on today's podcast. A full protein list is also available on Ordinary Vegan's website. Looking for a a delicious, 15-minute vegan meal for energy. Today's show features one of Ordina...2015-12-1015 min
Ordinary Vegan PodcastOrdinary Vegan Podcast #1: Getting Started on a Vegan DietAre you sick of being sick? Do you want more energy? Do you want to treat yourself, animals and the world with more compassion? Unlock your best self. Getting started on a plant-based diet full or part-time is easier then you think. Today's episode focuses on the why and the how you can get started. It includes one of Ordinary Vegan's most popular recipes that only takes 20 minutes to prepare. Our goal is to help you create powerful, healthy lifelong habits.2015-11-2123 min