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PLANTSTRONG Podcast"Broc and Roll" with Rip and Carrie - Eating Plantstrong Anywhere: Navigating Travel and Restaurant OptionsTraveling while sticking to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle can be tricky—but it’s absolutely doable with the right mindset and tools. In this episode, hosts Rip Esselstyn and his producer, Carrie Barrett, dive into the real-life challenges plant-based eaters face when away from home.Their advice for restaurants? Don't be afraid to be FAB.Figure out what you can eatAsk for what you wantBring your own foodThey break down each part of the FAB method with humor, empathy, and personal stories—proving that with a little planning and flexibility, you ca...2025-05-1521 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastJohn Joseph on Destroying Monsters - Addiction, Redemption, and Hardcore HealingRip Esselstyn sits down with John Joseph—author, musician, and former frontman of the iconic hardcore punk band Cro-Mags—to explore a story of survival that defies belief.John’s journey takes us far below rock bottom: addiction to crack cocaine, pills, and alcohol; a life of crime on the streets of New York; time spent in foster care and juvenile detention; and the devastating loss of loved ones to violence and substance abuse. But somehow, against all odds, John fought his way back—and now lives a life centered on service, discipline, and purpose.Today, h...2025-04-241h 23
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDusty and Erin Stanczyk -Eat, Move, Rest: The Blueprint for a Happy, Healthy, Plant-Based FamilyMeet Erin and Dusty Stanczyk—a Nebraska couple who transformed their health and family life by embracing a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. After struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, and acid reflux, they found inspiration from Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr. and never looked back.Now, at 38, they’re raising three plant-strong kids and sharing their journey on Eat Move Rest and in their new book, The Happy Healthy Plant-Based Cookbook. In this episode, they reveal three key pillars to thriving as a plant-based family and recipes from their colorful plant-based cookbook. Episode WebpageWatch the...2025-03-131h 11
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr. - The Proof Is In The Plants! Real Stories of Heart Disease ReversalWe're wrapping up National Heart Health Month with an inspiring conversation with Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., a true pioneer in heart health and a passionate advocate for the power of a whole-food, plant-based diet. With decades of experience as Director of the Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Reversal Program at the Cleveland Clinic Center of Prevention and Wellness, he’s seen firsthand how a whole foods, plant-based diet without added oil, sugar, or sodium can not only prevent, but actually reverse heart disease.Dr. Esselstyn shares nine of the ways he has shown reversal of di...2025-02-2755 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastGiving Thanks with an Esselstyn Family Q&ARip, Jane, Brian, Ann and Essy all gather for a heartwarming and informative Q&A session that celebrates the importance of plant-based nutrition, especially around the holiday season.In this episode, you’ll discover:Insights from Dr. Esselstyn on preventing and reversing heart disease through nutrition.The incredible benefits of leafy greens and nitric oxide for cardiovascular health.Inspiring stories from the Esselstyn Foundation’s mission to educate and empower communities toward healthier choices.Thoughtful reflections on daily habits and the role of compassion in dietary decisions.Join us as we explore how to embr...2024-11-2832 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastAmy Comander, MD - PAVING the Path to Wellness for Breast Cancer PatientsRip Esselstyn continues his special series for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Amy Comander, a leading expert in breast oncology and lifestyle medicine at Massachusetts General Cancer Center. Together, they delve into how breast cancer survivors can reclaim their health and thrive after a diagnosis through lifestyle changes and holistic wellness practices.Dr. Comander introduces her innovative 12-week program, "Paving the Path to Wellness," which supports breast cancer survivors in their recovery by focusing on the whole person-body, mind, and spirit- with the goal to empower individuals to live healthier lives with a sense of purpose.2024-10-171h 04
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Dawn Mussallem - The Exciting Research on the Power of Plants for Breast Cancer Prevention and Recovery (Part 1)Rip Esselstyn welcomes back Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a breast cancer and lifestyle medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic, to discuss the latest research about the profound impact of whole food, plant-based nutrition on cancer prevention and treatment.The conversation delves into the alarming rise of breast cancer diagnoses in younger populations, emphasizing the need for early intervention and lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors. Dr. Mussallem passionately advocates for a dietary shift towards whole plant foods (among the other lifestyle medicine pillars), detailing how these choices can empower patients in their recovery and enhance overall health. 2024-10-0942 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastBeth Motley, MD - Make These 1% Changes to Create Long-Lasting HealthBeth Motley, MD grew up an athlete and always had an interest in nutrition. Once she went into medical school, however, she realized that good nutrition is about way more than just athletic performance. It’s about longevity, disease prevention, and disease reversal. It’s about human health. This inspired her to train under the greats like Dr. John McDougall, Dr. Ron Weiss, Dr. Neal Barnard, Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn and pursue family and lifestyle medicine as a career. What a resume of training, right?Today, Dr. Motley and Rip Esselstyn dive into the importance of me...2024-08-011h 19
PLANTSTRONG PodcastColleen Mariotti - Learning to Let Go and Live PlantstrongWe often talk about how living a Plantstrong life is an adventure if you let go of expectations, allow yourself to be more free, and learn to embrace imperfection! On this episode, Rip talks with Colleen Mariotti who, along with her family, have done this in spades when they sold most of their possessions over 10 years ago and started a nomadic life together. What did she find when she learned to let go? Joy, pleasure, and beautiful people who are willing to help at every turn. And, the best part? She has also r...2024-07-181h 33
PLANTSTRONG PodcastJohn Mackey - The Former CEO of Whole Foods Market Shares The Whole StoryIn 2009, John Mackey, the then-CEO of Whole Foods Market, gave Rip Esselstyn the shot of a lifetime to showcase Engine 2 products and tour around Whole Foods Market stores as a healthy eating ambassador extolling the virtues of a whole foods, plant-based diet. This opportunity and vision truly put PLANTSTRONG on the trajectory that exists today and has allowed Rip to live out his life’s purpose. Today, Rip speaks with John about his new book, The Whole Story - Adventures in Love, Life and Capitalism. Mackey describes it as a gift to past, present, and fu...2024-06-062h 23
PLANTSTRONG PodcastTim Kaufman - From Booze, Food, and Fentanyl to a Life of Lasting Freedom - How to Escape Self-Made Prisons of PainImagine a life where you are trapped…imprisoned…in a cycle of addiction to alcohol, fentanyl, and food. Now imagine escaping that prison for a life that is far better than you can ever imagine. This is the story of today’s guest, Tim Kaufman.At just 38 years old, Kaufman’s doctor essentially left him for dead. His weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerides were through the roof, and his self-esteem and self-worth were…well…practically six feet under. He was ready to give up on himself, his family, and his life. That is, until one day, he...2024-05-161h 17
PLANTSTRONG PodcastSay "Yes" to Your Healthiest Healthy with Samantha HarrisYou may know Samantha Harris from her eight seasons co-hosting Dancing with the Stars, or her years of reporting for Entertainment Tonight and other media outlets. You may also know her as an author and breast cancer survivor and advocate. In fact, this year she honors her 10-year breast “cancer-versary” by launching her new podcast, “Your Healthiest Healthy.” (Her book title of the same name)Today, you’ll also get to know Samantha Harris as a PLANTSTRONG woman warrior who champions lifestyle change, self-care, and becoming your own health advocate in the face of adversity.As a...2024-05-091h 14
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDrs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai - Protect Your Brain from Cognitive DeclineOur brain plays a role in everything that we do from our moods, behaviors, and personalities, to how we process and respond to the world around us. Naturally we want to know as much about it as possible.Thank goodness for the Team Sherzai - Drs. Dean and Ayesha - Neurologists, researchers, and public health advocates. Together, they are a forcefield in the study of the brain with the unique ability to share their knowledge at a level that is both educational and approachable. Today, we dive into the latest Alzheimer's research, discuss their role in...2024-05-022h 01
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Peter Johnston - The Single Biggest Way to Reduce Your Impact on Mother EarthDr. Peter Johnston, a lifestyle medicine practitioner advocating for plant-based diets and environmental activism, shares his journey from his New Zealand roots as a sheep shearer to his personal and professional mission of shedding light on the impact of food systems on climate, health, and animal welfare. Here’s the sobering truth: We can't feed the whole world today on a Western style diet. There just isn't enough land or resources. It will be even more impossible with the forecast of 10 billion people by mid century. Dr. Johnston discusses the consequences of biodiversity loss, deforestation, ov...2024-04-251h 15
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDesiree Nielsen - Plant Magic in Every Bite: A Celebration of Plant-Based CookingDo you believe in Magic?Well, you most certainly will after today’s episode with Desiree Nielsen, celebrating the upcoming release of her new book, Plant Magic, coming out April 23, 2024. This book busts the myth that a whole food plant-based diet is expensive, time consuming, restrictive, or boring. In fact, Desiree shares over 100 deeply flavourful and wildly delicious recipes for everyone who wants to eat more plants and feel good.In Plant Magic, Desiree shares approachable ways to incorporate plants into your meals, along with how to dial up your pantry and t...2024-04-181h 38
PLANTSTRONG PodcastSecrets to Longevity: Exploring the Nutritarian Diet with Dr. Joel FuhrmanDr. Joel Fuhrman, a pioneer in plant-based nutrition, discusses the power of nutrition in preventing diseases and promoting overall health.Since his first book in 1996, Dr. Joel Fuhrman has been teaching people how to Eat to Live with his Nutritarian approach to eating. Today, Rip and Dr. Fuhrman focus their conversation around his most recent book, 2020’s Eat for Life and the importance of micronutrients and phytochemicals like greens, beans, onions, berries and mushrooms to slow down aging, prevent and reverse diabetes and heart-disease, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, and reduce hunger and food cravings. ...2024-04-111h 32
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Michelle Loy - Using Art and Science to Heal Chronic PainDr. Michelle Loy is a nationally recognized physician with board certifications in Integrative Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Medical Acupuncture, and Pediatrics. In her practice, Dr. Loy focuses on the whole person and uses evidence-based therapies from both modern medicine and time-tested traditional modalities including plant-forward culinary nutrition, yoga, acupuncture, pet therapy, and mind-body medicine to prevent and manage chronic medical conditions from allergies, joint pain, headaches and IBS, up to PTSD, eating disorders, anxiety, and cancer.Dr. Loy emphasizes nutrition, stress reduction, and community engagement for well-being, touching on narrative medicine and the future of therapies. Sh...2024-04-041h 10
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPlant-Based and Less Waste - Carleigh Bodrug's Adventures in Scrappy CookingWe all know that eating more plants is incredibly powerful not only our health, but the planet.A shocking 30 to 40 percent of the entire United States' food supply ends up in landfills, much of which stems from household waste. As you may have guessed, food waste is not a great thing for our environmental impact and, obviously, our wallets.That’s why we’re excited to share that one of the most anticipated cookbooks of 2024 is finally here - and it’s entirely PLANT-BASED and ZERO-WASTE.Meet PlantYou: Scrappy Cooking by our plantstrong pal, N...2024-03-281h 26
PLANTSTRONG PodcastNeal Barnard, MD - These Are Your Power Foods for Lasting Weight LossSustainable weight loss is hard, which is why PLANTSTRONG is dedicated to helping others achieve optimal health and weight loss with the power of a whole foods, plant-based diet. We’re grateful to Dr. Neal Barnard and other pioneers for providing the research and evidence-based studies that validate our “food as medicine” approach to health. Today, we celebrate the release of Dr. Neal Barnard’s latest book - The Power Foods Diet - The Breakthrough Plan That Traps, Tames, and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weight Loss. or you, without feeling hungry.Dr. Barnard highlight...2024-03-211h 02
PLANTSTRONG PodcastLinda Tyler - Your Guide for Reducing Chronic InflammationInflammation is certainly a buzz word these days, isn’t it? Every time you turn around, you’re reading about something that’s causing inflammation in your body. It’s a minefield of misinformation and here to help clear up some of that confusion is educator and author, Linda Tyler, who recently released the book, The Plant-Based Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook.Because inflammation is an emerging area of research, that makes it ripe for misleading advice and a lot of poor information. In fact, most can't even define exactly what it is.Inflammation isn't all bad. In fact, it...2024-03-141h 18
PLANTSTRONG PodcastRAK Your Life with Dr. Rak JotwaniDr. Rak Jotwani - aka Dr. RAK - is a lifestyle medicine physician who has the all-too familiar story…working long stressful hours in the hospital, eating the standard American diet, and managing crippling depression. It got to the point where he couldn’t be present for his own wife and kids because he just felt so tired and overwhelmed. Dr. Rak shares his experiences with burnout in the medical field and the profound impact of meditation and a plant-based diet on his well-being. He now emphasizes the importance of whole food, plant-based nutrition and conscious living throu...2024-03-071h 17
PLANTSTRONG PodcastElizabeth Winings DNP, APRN - Mental Health Breakthroughs Through Nutrition and CommunityWe know there's a connection between our mind, mood, and food, and our PLANTSTRONG retreats provide the perfect intersection of all three. Understanding and unpacking the power of this interlude is Dr. Elizabeth Winings' specialty.Dr. Winings is a board certified Family Mental Health Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. She specializes in the relationship between diet, lifestyle, and mental health. She has a private practice in Jacksonville, Florida called Winings Wellness, and is the lead faculty for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program at Jacksonville University....2024-02-291h 15
PLANTSTRONG PodcastTo Supplement or Not. That is the Question with Matt TullmanWe here at PLANTSTRONG get asked all of the time - What supplements should I take? How do I know if I’m deficient in something? Who do you recommend? We answer all of those questions and more today with Matt Tullman, founder and CEO of Complement.Matt and his team have taken a maniacal and lengthy pursuit to engineer the BEST supplements for plant-based eaters, and they’ve done the work to validate their innovations by having everything verified with third party testing. In the Esselstyn family, data is king and Matt has...2024-02-221h 33
PLANTSTRONG PodcastBrittany Jaroudi is Breaking the Cycle of Family Illness...And You Can TooBrittany Jaroudi battled weight and health issues for most of her childhood and, even as a young newlywed, suffered chest pains and panic attacks.Lab tests confirmed she was on a dangerous trajectory similar to her parents. Her Dad had had a triple bypass and her Mom battled cancer multiple times when Brittany was young. In 2016, after watching Forks over Knives, she and her husband adopted a whole foods, plant-based lifestyle and the changes in all of her health markers have been remarkable.Today, this former school teacher has gone all in on he...2024-02-151h 02
PLANTSTRONG PodcastEp. 235: Dr. Scott Harrington - We Salute This Army Vet Turned Plant-Based DocScott Harrington, DO is a West Point grad who proudly served in the US Army as a Family Medicine Doctor, Flight Surgeon and Dive Medical Officer. His journey to plant-based nutrition may sound familiar. As a practicing physician and US Army Family Medicine Doctor, Scott was doing what most doctors do - seeing as many patients as possible and writing plenty of prescriptions.His own physical and mental health was in decline until he watched Forks Over Knives on an airplane at the recommendation of a military colleague. By the time the plane landed, he...2024-02-081h 01
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPlantYou Unveiled: Exploring Carleigh Bodrug's "Scrappy" UniverseIn 2016, Carleigh Bodrug started her blog, PlantYou, with one goal - to show the world that eating plants is not only healthy, but also FUN. Since then, Carleigh and her ever-growing team have amassed over 10 million followers (and growing!) across her social platforms, and she’s even released a New York Times Best Selling Cookbook, PlantYou.Today, we get a peek under the PlantYou curtain as Rip and Carleigh catch up and talk about her meteoric rise in the last eight years. Carleigh shares her authentic and fresh approach to content creation, inspiration for recipes, an...2024-02-011h 06
PLANTSTRONG PodcastAudience Question - Is is OK for my leafy greens to be consumed in soups and chilis?Rip and the Esselstyn family always talk about the importance of "chewing" our green leafy vegetables rather than drinking them. Is it ok to to put extra green leafy vegatables in my soups and stews? SPECIAL Food Promo for Podcast Listeners Only!Use code: podcast10 to receive 10% off food orders at plantstrong.com Upcoming Events:Join us for our 2025 Plantstrong Retreat in Black Mountain, NC - Nov 9-14, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/black-mountain-retreat Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyUse Code: KALE20 for $20 off Annual Subscription at...2024-01-3008 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastLauren Kretzer - From Wall Street to Wellness: A Chef's Journey through Cancer and BeyondIn this episode of the PlantStrong Podcast, we are joined by Lauren Kretzer, a plant-based chef and holistic nutritionist. Lauren shares her inspiring journey from Wall Street to becoming a private chef for celebrities and recipe creator for many popular New York Times best-selling cookbook authors, including Dr.Will Bulsiewicz and Kris Carr.Since a cancer diagnosis in the Spring 2020, Lauren has doubled-down on her health, well-being, and family. We discuss cooking tips, plant-based diets, and making small changes for a healthier lifestyle. Episode WebpageWatch the Episode on...2024-01-251h 22
PLANTSTRONG PodcastAudience Question - Is Non-Alcoholic or "Near Beer" OK on a PLANTSTRONG Diet?Cutting back on alcohol consumption and curious if non-alcoholic or "near beer" is ok on a PLANTSTRONG diet? Rip shares his thoughts with this insightful audience question. SPECIAL Food Promo for Podcast Listeners Only!Use code: podcast10 to receive 10% off food orders at plantstrong.com Upcoming Events:Join us for our 2025 Plantstrong Retreat in Black Mountain, NC - Nov 9-14, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/black-mountain-retreat Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyUse Code: KALE20 for $20 off Annual Subscription at https://home.mealplanner.plantstrong.com/ COMPLEMENT...2024-01-2303 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastTorrey DeVitto - This "Chicago Med" Actress Shares her Self-Care SecretsFrom “Chicago Med” to a cozy Michigan farm…Today, we talk love, compassion, and self-care with actress, musician, and philanthropist, Torrey DeVitto. You may know Torrey from her six-years on the TV Show "Chicago Med" playing Natalie Manning, or from her many other film and TV credits, but she also spends a tremendous amount of time advocating for causes that encourage more compassion and conscious living. Torrey is a self-proclaimed, “Jill of all Trades.” Her father, Liberty DeVitto, is the longtime drummer for Billy Joel so it’s no surprise that music was her first pass...2024-01-181h 04
PLANTSTRONG PodcastRip's Engine 2 Origin Story - How a Harrowing Rescue Led to The Engine 2 DietRip shares a harrowing rescue story from the Lakeshore Apartments fire during his time as an Austin Firefighter. This experience reminded him of the fragile nature of life and inspired him to create the Engine 2 Diet and write a book encouraging others to prioritize health through plant-based living.SPECIAL Food Promo for Podcast Listeners Only!Use code: podcast10 to receive 10% off food orders at plantstrong.com Upcoming Events:Join us for our 2025 Plantstrong Retreat in Black Mountain, NC - Nov 9-14, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/black-mountain-retreat Let Us Help...2024-01-1613 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastKelly and Juliet Starrett - Can You Get Yourself Off the Floor? Master the Essential Habits to Move Freely and Live FullyMastering the ten essential habits to help you move freely and live fully starts from the ground up. Literally. If you’re having trouble with movement and mobility, know that it's not your fault. Our modern-day society has conditioned our bodies to become more inflexible, especially as we age. We sit at desks, on our couches, in cars. We hover over screens and laptops. Our bodies are losing the ability to move freely, but we can combat this.Kelly and Juliet Starrett share their physical practices designed to improve the way your body feels and bo...2024-01-112h 15
PLANTSTRONG Podcast7 Simple Steps for Eating PLANTSTRONGIn our final minisode, Rip reviews the Simple tenets for eating a plantstrong diet and how to make the healthy choice the easy choice. Eat your veggies and leafy greensEat plenty of whole fruitEat intact whole grains 100% whole grain items - look for the words, “whole, rolled, cracked, and sprouted.” Eat Your BEANS Add Extra Flavor - herbs, spices, vinegars, hot sauce, mustard, ketchup - these are a secret weapon of taste. Don't drink your calories, but do drink water, black coffee, and tea What are we staying away from? Meat, eggs, dairy, seafood, oil...2024-01-0912 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastHow to Hydrate the Right WayWe talked about this in yesterday's minisode, but it bears repeating: Don’t drink your calories! What’s left to drink, then? Here’s a hint: It’s colorless, odorless, transparent, and it’s the most important liquid in the entire universe.Of course, we're talking about water. Not vitamin water, coconut water, fruit water, or any other flavored calorie-infested beverage that tries to pass itself off as water. Just plain old water. Not drinking enough of it has been linked to bone fractures, heart disease, lung conditions, kidney stones, colon cancer, urinary tract infec...2024-01-0810 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDon't Drink Your CaloriesToday, Rip shares one simple rule that will help you to determine if a beverage is good or bad for your health. Does it have a ton of calories and sugar? Then, don't drink it. It really is that simple. And, yes, we're also even talking about juices and smoothies. Learn about all of the health benefits you'll receive when you chew your calories instead of drinking them. Join the FREE PLANTSTRONG 7-Day Challenge: https://plantstrongfoods.com/pages/plantstrong-seven-day-challengeSPECIAL Food Promo for Podcast Listeners Only!Use code: podcast10 to receive 10...2024-01-0716 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastLimit Your Salt to Avoid the "Silent Killer"You may have heard that high blood pressure, or hypertension, is a “silent killer.” Today, Rip unpacks what that means and how ingesting too much sodium leads to serious problems. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is known as a “silent killer” because in most cases it has no symptoms. People with elevated blood pressure are straining their hearts by making them work harder to move blood around. Their hearts sweat and pound and gasp away, but they’re none the wiser. For this reason, the Global Burden of Disease Study, which involved more than 300 institutions in 50 countries...2024-01-0609 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastWhere Do You Get Your Protein?Welcome to the PLANTSTRONG Podcast with Rip Esselstyn. We know that many of you around the world are exploring and embracing the goodness of whole, plant-based foods. Perhaps you’re motivated by the many health benefits, or you’re eating more plants for social or environmental reasons. Regardless, we at PLANTSTRONG welcome you wherever you are on your journey and hope to provide you with plenty of resources to help.Today, Rip addresses the elephant in the room - PROTEIN. What is it?How much do we need?Which plant foods have the most prot...2024-01-0411 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Gemma Newman - The Six Habits You Need to Get Well and Stay Well NowRip welcomes Dr. Gemma Newman, the Plant-Powered Doctor, to discuss her new book, Get Well Stay Well - The Six Healing Health Habits You Need to Know. Inspired by a real patient story, Gemma introduces her GLOVES acronym, which serves as the framework for her six healing habits.GratitudeLoveOutsideVeggiesExerciseSleepThis uplifting and approachable book is the antidote to pills and prescriptions. Dr. Newman’s holistic prescriptions found in the book are accessible, evidence-based, and have profound impacts on mental and physical health.Get Well, Stay Well: The Six Healing Health Habits You Ne...2024-01-041h 30
PLANTSTRONG PodcastSmall Changes Net Big ResultsWelcome to the PLANTSTRONG Podcast with Rip Esselstyn. We know that many of you around the world are exploring and embracing the goodness of whole, plant-based foods. Perhaps you’re motivated by the many health benefits, or you’re eating more plants for social or environmental reasons. Regardless, we at PLANTSTRONG welcome you wherever you are on your journey and hope to provide you with plenty of resources to help.We also know making profound changes can be hard and overwhelming. That’s why we're talking today about focusing on small changes, which will lead to big...2024-01-0307 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastRobert Band Shares Lessons From His Personal PLANTSTRONG PlaybookAt age 49, Rip's guest, Robert Band, had a stent because he had 95% blockage in his carotid. Surgery "fixed" him, but at age 60, he discovered that the blockage was returning. Four years ago, through the recommendation of a Lifestyle Medicine physician, he found the work of the Esselstyn family, including PLANTSTRONG. Today, thanks to a radical change in his diet and lifestyle, he now has 0% blockage and lives a vibrant, active life in Colorado. In this live session with Rip, we'll learn a thing or two from Robert's personal "Plantstrong Playbook." (and why he loves salsa dancing!)2023-12-281h 00
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Laurie Marbas Answers Your Pressing Plant-Based Health QuestionsPlant-based physician, Dr. Laurie Marbas, joins Rip LIVE to answer your health questions! Dr. Marbas is a renowned board-certified Lifestyle and Family Medicine physician. She is licensed to practice in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Questions and highlights from this Q&A include:Is it bad to combine berries with bananas?Should we wait to shower for optimum vitamin D absorption?Is there anything that can help with COPD?Is vital wheat gluten (used to make seitan) too processed? How can I get more protein and collagen after surgery?What are your thoughts...2023-12-2154 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastChris Miller, MD - Playing the Long Game of Healing From Autoimmune DiseaseIn this episode of the PLANTSTRONG Podcast, Rip Esselstyn speaks with Dr. Chris Miller, a former emergency room physician who shares her journey with autoimmune disease and her commitment to a whole food plant-based diet.Imagine being a young and rising emergency room physician when you start to notice alarming changes in your own body- including chest pains and stiff, painful joints. At the age of 36, Dr. Chris Miller started experiencing these and other symptoms and her subsequent bloodwork lit up with many autoimmune markers, including systemic lupus. Dr. Miller discusses the challenges sh...2023-12-141h 09
PLANTSTRONG PodcastCasey Means, MD - Improve Your Metabolic Health with a "Food as Medicine" PrescriptionWe hear the phrase, “metabolic health” a lot, but do we really know what that means? And, more importantly, how much do we understand the massive impact that metabolic health has on literally every system of our body?Today, we explore that line of thinking with Dr. Casey Means.Casey was trained as an ear, nose, and throat surgeon, but in recent years, she has become a self-proclaimed “Food as Medicine” evangelist. Why would she make such a drastic change in a successful budding career? Well, as you’ll hear today, Dr. Means (like most d...2023-11-301h 38
PLANTSTRONG PodcastCyd Notter - Four Mental Tips to Stay Motivated Through the HolidaysOur stress levels are high and food is in abundance during the holidays! How can you possibly stay on track with the many temptations? Join Rip and health coach Cyd Notter as they discuss four ways to stay on track during the holiday season. The key to staying motivated just might be right between your ears!Watch the Original Broadcast on YouTubeEpisode WebpageSPECIAL Food Promo for Podcast Listeners Only!Use code: podcast10 to receive 10% off food orders at plantstrong.com Upcoming Events:2023-11-2350 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastMaxime Sigouin - The Keys to Lasting Body and Mind TransformationGrief is an interesting thing, isn’t it? Sometimes a loss is overwhelming and debilitating. Other times, grief spurs us into action and advocacy.That’s the story of Maxime Sigouin.After Maxime's fiancée passed away from breast cancer seven years ago, he made it his mission to help others "disease-proof" their bodies with a whole foods, plant-based diet and consistent training. The transformations of his Fit Vegan clients are nothing short of inspirational. "Taking imperfect action," he says, "is better than no action at all." Today, he shares his tips fo...2023-11-161h 14
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDarin Olien - Fatal Conveniences: Which Ones Have the Best of You?Darin Olien is the New York Times best-selling author of SuperLife and host with Zac Efron of the hit Netflix series “Down to Earth,” but it’s his most recent work that may leave the biggest impact.In his latest book, Fatal Conveniences, Olien explores some of the toxic products and harmful habits that are making us sick―and provides alternatives that are simple, non-toxic, and life-enhancing.He calls them “fatal conveniences” because so many of these things are so ingrained in our daily lives - our toothpaste and deodorant, sunscreen, laundry detergent, cosmetics, and so much more...2023-11-021h 40
PLANTSTRONG PodcastKate Galli - Sculpting a Plant-Positive Mind and BodyKate Galli is an Australian-based health coach, personal trainer, podcaster, and author. Today, she shares her journey to a plant-based lifestyle and discusses her book, The Plant Positive Journal, which focuses on self-care and creating lasting positive habit change. In her early days as a vegetarian coach and trainer in the “bro gym culture,” Kate admits that she was focused heavily on macros and protein, sometimes eating up to 20 egg whites a day. After switching completely to a whole-foods, plant-based diet, she is now happier, healthier, and more well-rounded in her nutrition and training, focusing inst...2023-10-1958 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastNisha Vora - From the Courtroom to the Kitchen: How this Corporate Lawyer Became a Plant-Based MegastarNisha Vora was raised in a traditional vegetarian Indian household, went to undergrad at Berkeley, Harvard Law School, and then worked as a corporate lawyer for a few years in New York City.It didn’t take long for her to realize that this was NOT what she wanted to do because, even as a young girl, Nisha loved food and cooking. She was the girl who would watch cooking shows on TV and take cooking classes for fun. And, as a corporate lawyer, she definitely didn’t have time for cooking and she wasn’t having any fu...2023-10-121h 17
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDaniel Staackmann - Seitan to the RescueIn 2006, young entrepreneur, Daniel Staackmann, took out a home equity line of credit and started Upton’s Naturals in his hometown of Chicago. He placed his money on seitan and in his 17 years of business, that gamble has clearly paid off. Upton’s Naturals is the #1 selling brand of seitan in the United States and their products are sold in thousands of stores throughout the United States and beyond. Dan, a 30-year ethical vegan, prides himself on being the sole proprietor of his company and his slow growth model has allowed him to avoid so many...2023-10-051h 08
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Legacy Film - Celebrating 12 Years of Wellness with Jeff Nelson and Dr. Elizabeth GeorgeTwelve years ago, on the tail of the success of his book The Engine 2 Diet, Rip visited small-town America - Mercersburg, Pennsylvania - with the good news about plants. Dr. Elizabeth George, a local doctor in Mercersburg, was also on a mission to help the residents of her small dairyland town make healthier food and lifestyle choices. She heard about Engine 2 and invited Rip to come to town and speak at restaurants, churches, and even the local high school - challenging them to the Engine 2 28-Day Challenge.Not surprisingly, he was met with mixed reactions...2023-09-271h 14
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDoug Lisle, PhD - Do the New Weight Loss Drugs Really Work?The news is out and the headlines are clear - drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy DO help people lose weight and they have become "the next big thing" for weight loss.But, questions remain: How do they work? What long-term impacts will these have on health? Are they really helping the underlying cause of obesity and disease? Is it enough just to lose the weight? Will these drugs actually improve our health in the same way that a whole food plant-based diet can?Rip welcomes evolutionary psychologist, Dr. Doug Lisle, back to the podcast to...2023-09-211h 07
PLANTSTRONG PodcastColleen Patrick-Goudreau - Your Guide to Being a Joyful VeganRip welcomes Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, “The Joyful Vegan,” to the PLANTSTRONG Podcast for a long overdue celebration of the massive growth and interest in all things plant-based - especially in the 15-20 years. An empath and advocate her whole life, Patrick-Goudreau, first began her life’s purpose and awakening at age 19 after reading John Robbins’ Diet for a New America and then later, Slaughterhouse: The Shocking Story of Greed, Neglect, and Inhumane Treatment Inside the U.S. Meat Industry by investigative journalist Gail Eisnitz. This awakening led to her life’s work, which now includes multiple books, podc...2023-09-141h 35
PLANTSTRONG PodcastMoby and Lindsay Hicks - Mixing Art with ActivismIn the ever-changing world of “celebrity culture," it's hard to find someone so resolute about their activism as Moby. He's had undeniable staying power on the music scene, but it’s his vegan activism that has left the most lasting impression.Moby went vegan in 1987 and remains an ardent supporter of animal rights, climate change advocacy, and humanitarian aid. He is also the author of several books, including memoirs and vegan cookbooks. Moby, without question, is one of the most prolific and thoughtful thinkers on the planet and he and his co-host Lindsay Hicks recently star...2023-09-071h 33
PLANTSTRONG PodcastGigi Carter and Sersie Blue - Get Healthy For Your Divine PurposeIf you believe in a divine purpose, then get ready for an important show. The Daniel Fast is a scripture-based program that chronicles the story of Daniel from the Old Testament who “refused to eat the King’s Diet” of rich and indulgent food. Instead, in order to stay strong in body and mind, he subsisted and thrived on vegetables and water - or what we may refer to these days as a whole food, plant-based diet. Today, modern-day Daniel Fasts are conducted all over the world and that’s what brought my two guests together.2023-08-311h 01
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Sandra Musial - Leaving a Medical Practice to Go All-In on Food as MedicineIn 2021, Dr. Sandra Musial gave up a private practice and teaching career to go ALL-IN with what she loves most - helping people transition to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle.She and other plant-based physicians started Plant Docs Providence to provide classes, education, and consultations to the public and medical professionals about how whole food, plant-based nutrition can prevent, improve, and reverse chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and certain cancers.Today, she and Rip discuss:Her Ukrainian roots and why she wanted to pursue medicineWhy she become a pediatrician to...2023-08-241h 04
PLANTSTRONG PodcastKim Anderson - Destination: Plant City!After this interview, I promise you’ll want to load up the family and head east to Providence, Rhode Island! Over eight years ago now, Kim Anderson and her family watched “Forks Over Knives” and “Cowspiracy” and felt an IMMEDIATE responsibility to educate others and inspire change. They hosted movie nights and dinners where hundreds would come to enjoy a delicious plant-based meal, but the refrain they kept hearing was, “It’s a shame I can’t eat my values and my health when I go out to eat.” There just weren’t many plant-based options.That ch...2023-08-171h 09
PLANTSTRONG PodcastJanet Verney - Getting to the Root Cause of a Debilitating Mystery IllnessRip welcomes author and health coach, Janet Verney, to the PLANTSTRONG Podcast. For 40 years, Janet suffered from an undiagnosed illness that affected her lungs and gut, leading to years of medical treatments, antibiotics, and even a cumbersome breathing machine. In 2013, she started focusing on optimizing her health through lifestyle changes and a whole foods, plant-based diet and it was only then that her real healing began. As she says in the episode, she now has control over her illness. It no longer controls her. Today, she is affectionately referred to as the "plant-based princess of...2023-08-101h 07
PLANTSTRONG PodcastEp. 208: Mike Melloh - A Harrowing Surgery Story You Have to Hear to BelieveNot long ago, we received an email that stopped us in our tracks. It was a letter of thanks written to Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., but the email also told a harrowing surgery story that was so compelling, we just had to share it with you. And, it’s actually the first time Rip and his Father have interviewed a patient together on the PLANTSTRONG Podcast. Rip's guest, Mike Melloh, was seemingly doing everything right. He exercised regularly, ate a “healthy” diet, and even booked appointments for preventative tests to ensure he was a picture of health...2023-08-031h 12
PLANTSTRONG PodcastWhat Excites Ann Crile Esselstyn These Days?In honor of Mother's Day weekend, we're thrilled to feature everyone’s favorite PLANTSTRONG Woman Warrior - Ann Crile Esselstyn. In late Spring, Rip and Ann did a Facebook live where she took questions from the audience and that's what we share today. They run the gamut of subjects today including: The foods and ingredients that are exciting her most these days Her current favorite meals Advice for those at the beginning of their plantstrong journey How to navigate unsupportive loved ones Exercise and how sh...2023-05-1153 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastRuth Morley - This PLANTSTRONG Hiker Makes Plans, Not ExcusesWhen Ann Crile Esselstyn, tells you to do something, you do it! So, when she told me I had to interview today’s guest, I didn’t hesitate. Ruth Morley is an adventurer. She’s rarely at home in Cincinnati because she’s usually found on a hiking trail. I’m talking about the Appalachian Trail, the Florida Trail, the Buckeye Trail, and Kilimanjaro…just to name just a few. She’s even ridden her bike 3,000 miles across the country and competed in dozens of marathons and triathlons. Oh, and did I mention that Ruth (known...2023-04-201h 10
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Doug Graham - This Guy Gave Rip a B- on His Diet! What?! Imagine someone telling you that they would only give your diet a "B-" when you've been eating whole foods, plant-based for over 35 years?! Well, that was the average grade Rip Esselstyn's diet received from today's guest, Dr. Doug Graham. Doug is most known for developing and authoring the 80-10-10 Diet Book; which is when 80% of your calories come from carbohydrates in the form of raw fruits and vegetables, 10% comes from plant protein, and the last 10% comes from fat. Not only does he live this way, but he actually wrote the book about it back in 2006. 2023-03-301h 32
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr. - Nine Ways a Plant-Based Diet Has Reversed Cardiovascular Disease New York Times bestselling author and PLANTSTRONG founder, Rip Esselstyn, is joined by a very special guest, his father, Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., discussing the nine ways he has documented reversal of cardiovascular disease over the last 40 years. When Dr. Esselstyn started his work at the Cleveland Clinic in the early 80s, he was the chairman of the breast cancer task force. In his work, he encountered multiple cultures where breast cancer was virtually non-existent and the same was true for cardiovascular disease. Why was the incidence of cancer and cardiovascular disease so prevalent i...2023-03-161h 07
PLANTSTRONG PodcastJohn Tanner, PhD - In a Heartbeat, from Death to PlantsLet’s cut right to the chase today. A whole food, plant-based diet CAN save your life. It sounds like hyperbole, but it isn’t, because today’s guest is living proof. John Tanner was out on a run in 2009 and went into cardiac arrest. He collapsed to the ground and his heart stopped beating. Fortunately, the quick action of others to get help saved his life. In recovery, John started reading everything he could about the causes of heart disease and how to prevent it. His research, of course, led him to the work...2023-02-021h 03
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPaul Chatlin - Broccoli Over A Bypass Saved This Man's LifePicture this – you’re about to be wheeled into the operating room for triple bypass surgery. One artery is 100 percent blocked and two others are 65 percent blocked. You have an enlarged heart, leaky valves, and a heart murmur, among other issues. At the eleventh hour, your cardiologist says, “Look, we can do this triple bypass, or you can try whole food, plant-based diet.” You have no idea why, but you choose a plant-based diet. Surely it’s easier than a triple bypass. Thanks to the work and encouragement of a certain Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr, you ma...2022-12-151h 04
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn - Should You Drink Your Greens?A few weeks ago, we hosted a Facebook live event with Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn to discuss the importance of green leafy vegetables in preventing and reversing heart disease.
During the broadcast, Essy shared the science behind chewing vs. drinking your leafy greens and he also spent time answering viewer questions. It was packed with so much information and action, that we’ve decided to share the playback in podcast format. Ann even got in on the action because she was so darn jazzed about it! And you know her, when she’s excited, she just can’t sit st...2022-11-101h 06
PLANTSTRONG PodcastJane and Ann Esselstyn - Be a Plant Based Woman WarriorIt’s time to live fierce, stay bold, and eat deliciously with my Mom, Ann, and sister, Jane Esselstyn! That’s right, we’re celebrating the release of their new book, Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior, which is out and available now. It’s always a party with these two and I’m fortunate to have had the opportunity to be with them in person just a few weeks ago when we were all together at the Esselstyn Family Farm. You know what that means – it can get a little nutty when the three of us are togeth...2022-08-251h 27
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr. - How to Build an Endothelial Fortress and MoreIn honor of Father’s Day, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr. back on the podcast to answer YOUR questions. He answers questions related to cholesterol, exercise, sodium, fat, atrial fibrillation, the best diagnostic tests, and – of course – how to build an ENDOTHELIUM FORTRESS. The best Father's Day gift is sharing the wisdom and knowledge of this pioneer so let’s get right to it. Episode Timestamps 4:50 It’s Showtime! 5:55 I’m 100% plant-based, but have high cholesterol. Do I still need statins? 8:30 What is the best dia...2022-06-1659 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - Fire Up that Air FryerWelcome to PLANTSTRONG Snackables, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn dishes on all things plants! Today's guest is Carrie Barrett, PLANTSTRONG Podcast Producer, longtime PLANSTRONG advocate, and a fellow triathlete. Carrie brings PLANTSTRONG stories and guest transformations to life each week on the podcast using her background in radio, production, and writing to make each episode motivating, inspiring, and actionable. Today, Rip and Carrie encourage you to have a little fun with your air fryer! If you have an air fryer and are a little scared to use it, this episode is for you. Carrie's goal...2022-03-0349 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastRip Esselstyn Talks Food and Family with Julieanna Hever on the "Choose You Now" PodcastIt truly is a wonderful time to celebrate and give thanks with friends and family. Speaking of friends, today is a special episode because we're actually replaying an interview that Rip did earlier this year on Julieanna Hever’s podcast “Choose You Now.” If you don’t know, Julieanna is the original plant-based dietitian and her new book “The Choose You Now Diet” is coming out in early December. You’ll want to check that out for sure. In this bite-sized episode, Rip shares his personal journey with plants and how he makes this lifestyle simple and fun so that it...2021-11-2530 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - 'Tis the Season - Great Ideas to Elevate and Enhance Your SoupsWelcome to PLANTSTRONG Snackables, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn dishes on all things plants! Today's guest is Brenda Reed, longtime PLANTSTRONG Team Member and in-house culinary expert for PLANTSTRONG foods and events. Brenda is responsible for many of the recipes at our live events and on the PLANTSTRONG Meal Planner. Today, she and Rip talk soups and, specifically, how to elevate your own cooking and flavor profile with our new broths and soups. Key Takeaways: Origins of the word, “soup” 3 Principles of Building Your Soups Brend...2021-11-1138 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - The Easiest Way to Eat and Live PLANTSTRONGWelcome to PLANTSTRONG Snackables, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn dishws on all things plants! Today's guest is Ami Mackey, longtime PLANTSTRONG Team Member, Rescue10x Coach, and Curator of Creative Content. As a health coach, Ami has heard every reason and excuse for not being able to sustain a plantstrong lifestyle: it’s too expensive, it’s too complicated, you can’t cook, you don’t like to follow recipes, you don’t have the time. Today's episode outlines a lifestyle habit that is faster than a drive-through and, without a doubt, the...2021-10-2839 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - How Do YOU Big Bowl?Welcome to our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jessica Hegarty, dish on all things plants! Jess leads product innovation for the PLANTSTRONG food line and, together with Rip, provides a peek behind the curtain on plant-based food headlines, market research, ingredients, and cooking inspiration. Plus, you'll always walk away with a recipe or two to share with your friends and family. In this episode, Rip and Jess announce the triumphant return of Rip's Big Bowl cereals available now online at plantstrongfoods.com. We also invite listeners t...2021-09-1631 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastBroths, Baking Mats, and...Beaver Butts?!Welcome to Episode six of our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jess Hegarty, dish on all things plants! Jessica leads product innovation for the PlantStrong food line and, together with Rip, provides a peek behind the curtain on plant-based food headlines, market research, ingredients, and cooking inspiration. Plus, you'll always walk away with a recipe or two to share with your friends and family. In Episode 6, Rip and Jess talk about sauteing and roasting with BROTHS, recommended utensils, our take on natural ingredients, and a look at the...2021-08-3154 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - Recipe for Delicious: Stews and ChilisWelcome to our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jess Hegarty, dish on all things plants! In Episode 5, Rip and Jess talk about all things chilis, soups, and stews - including a look at the all-new PLANTSTRONG chilis and stews available now at Whole Foods Market. Here are Some Tasty Bites from Today's Episode: Do you struggle to eat beans? Why you should power through! Which bean has the most antioxidants? Why limes and lemons should always be in your fridge. (Hint: It’s...2021-08-1745 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - Which Plant-Based Milk is Best?Welcome to Episode Four of our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jess Hegarty, dish on all things plants! Jessica leads product innovation for the PlantStrong food line and, together with Rip, they provide a peek behind the curtain on plant-based food headlines, market research, ingredients, and cooking inspiration. Plus, you'll always walk away with a recipe or two to share with your friends and family. In Episode 4, Rip and Jess talk about all things plant-based milk - their tremendous growth, the challenges they face, and tips...2021-08-0358 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - Dressing Up Those Summer SaladsWelcome to Episode Three of our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jess Hegarty, dish on all things plants! Jessica leads product innovation for the PlantStrong food line and, together with Rip, will provide a peek behind the curtain on plant-based food headlines, market research, ingredients, and cooking inspiration. Plus, you'll always walk away with a recipe or two to share with your friends and family. In Episode 3, Rip and Jess challenge you to “think outside the dressing bottle” and offer multiple ways to liven up your summ...2021-07-2039 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables -Summer Snacks & PlantStrong TreatsWelcome to Episode Two of our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jess Hegarty-Pastore, dish on all things plants! Plus, they give you the scoop on all of the upcoming PlantStrong food items. Jessica leads product innovation for the PlantStrong food line and, together with Rip, will provide a peek behind the curtain on market research, ingredients, and inspiration behind the new PlantStrong foods headed your way. Plus, you'll always walk away with a recipe or two to share with your friends and family. Tasty Bites from...2021-06-2940 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Snackables - Holy Granola!Welcome to Episode One of our new PLANTSTRONG Snackables podcast series, a bite-sized podcast where host, Rip Esselstyn, and co-host, Jess Pastore, dish on all things plants! Plus, they give you the scoop on all of the upcoming PlantStrong food items. Jessica leads product innovation for the PlantStrong foodline and, together with Rip, will provide a peek behind the curtain on market research, ingredients, and inspiration behind the new PlantStrong foods headed your way. Tasty Bites from Today's Episode: New Dating Trends for Plant-Based Singles - Yes, Being Plantstrong is Important in the D...2021-06-1534 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastBONUS: Rip's Rescue - Losing Weight Without Losing Your Mind with Dr. Doug LisleWelcome to a BONUS Edition of the PLANTSTRONG Podcast with an encore performance of “How to Lose Weight Without Losing Your Mind,” featuring Dr. Doug Lisle and Rip Esselstyn. In this free livestream event, Dr. Lisle gave a brief talk on the surprising and inspiring truth about how to achieve sustainable weight loss. The event was so powerful that we want to share it with everyone in hopes of providing some help and reassurance that YOU are not the problem and your genes are not to blame as much as we want to point the finger at some...2021-05-282h 18
PLANTSTRONG PodcastCelebrating the Film that Started a Movement - Happy 10th Anniversary to "Forks over Knives" with Creator, Brian WendelToday's episode is a celebration and looks back at the 10-year-anniversary of the film, Forks over Knives with Brian Wendel, founder and president of Forks Over Knives and creator and executive producer of the Forks Over Knives feature film. This film examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the chronic diseases that afflict us can be controlled or even reversed by rejecting animal-based and processed foods, has gone on to become one of the most popular and longest-running independent films ever on Netflix. Plus, it is still available to stream for free at www.F...2021-05-2059 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastBONUS: Rip's Rescue - Make Yourself Heart-Attack ProofWelcome to a special BONUS episode of the PLANTSTRONG Podcast. A few weeks ago, we hosted our first of many Live “Rip’s Rescue'' events. The theme of this first presentation? “Make Yourself Heart-Attack Proof” with Dr. Brian Asbill, my parents- Ann and Essy, and special guest Jim McNamara - one of my father’s patients. The response to that event has been so overwhelming and positive that we wanted to share this audio version with all of our podcast listeners. If you or a loved one has had a cardiac event, or if you’ve been told that yo...2021-04-132h 18
PLANTSTRONG PodcastJane Esselstyn- The Birds, Bees, Twigs and BerriesRip welcomes his sister, Jane Esselstyn, back to the PLANTSTRONG Podcast. Many know Jane as a charismatic and energetic voice in the whole food, plant-based space, especially alongside her mother, Ann, in their fun YouTube Cooking Channel. What you may not know is that she is also a registered nurse who uses her charisma and passion to teach Sex Education to middle schoolers! Jane is an advocate for helping both kids and adults to understand that part of being a healthy grown-up should include a healthy sex life. It can be awkward to...2021-04-081h 06
PLANTSTRONG PodcastDr. Brian Asbill - A Cardiologist’s Switch from Stents to Sweet PotatoesIt’s not often that a doctor is inspired to make a lifestyle change because of a patient, but this is exactly the incredible Galileo moment that Dr. Brian Asbill shares today on the PLANTSTRONG podcast. As a cardiologist for 19 years, Dr. Brian Asbill had become adept at diagnosing and treating patients with medications and procedures, a variety of chronic diseases, and yet many of his “optimally managed” patients continued to suffer from recurrent cardiovascular events. A couple of years later, a patient gave him a copy of Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease by Dr. Caldwell...2021-03-1151 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastBrenda Davis, RD - Nourish: Finding Balance at the TableShe has been called the "Godmother of Vegan Dietitians" and the "High Priestess of Vegan Nutrition" and today, we're proud to welcome friend, author, and plantstrong pioneer, Brenda Davis, to the podcast. Brenda is the author of 12 books and she’s been a speaker at our Plant-Stock events for years. Not only does she captivate with the energy of a teenager, but her evidence-based research leaves folks inspired regardless of where they are on their own journey to health. That’s why we're excited to discuss topics in her latest book, “Nourish: The Definitive Plant-Based Nutrit...2021-02-1859 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastPLANTSTRONG Season 3 Trailer: Courageous Truth SeekersSeason three of the PLANTSTRONG Podcast explores those Galileo moments - when you seek the real truth about your health - and dare to see the world through a different lens. This season, we honor those courageous seekers who have paved the way for all of us. So, grab your telescope, point it towards your future, and let’s get PLANTSTRONG…together. The PLANTSTRONG podcast is hosted by Healthy Eating Advocate and Author, Rip Esselstyn. To learn more, visit: plantstrong.com2020-12-2902 min
PLANTSTRONG PodcastTransformation Tuesday: Ken Lander - New Heart...No Surgery RequiredThe tale of how Ken Lander and Rip met is nothing short of astounding. In 2017, at 430 pounds, Ken was diagnosed with a battery of lifestyle diseases, including major heart disease. When he found out, the first thing he did was Google “reverse heart disease.” Of the 200+ books that came up, he randomly picked “Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease” by Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn. Literally, at the exact same time, and unbeknownst to everyone, Ken had a mutual friend who was trying to connect him to resources at Engine 2. It’s FATE - wouldn’t you agree? The rest...as the...2020-10-2723 min