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Chef AJ
Hi! I’m Chef AJ, the author of "Unprocessed", "The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss", and "Own Your Health". This is where I interview interesting people and post my weekly Weight Loss Wednesdays. I have been following a plant exclusive diet for over 40 years and I like to show people how to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their diets in ways that are easy, delicious, and fun. If you’d like to get in touch with me, my website is https://www.chefaj.com/. Thanks for stopping by my channel. I’m Chef AJ and I make healthy taste delicious.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 60min
55 Years of Lifetime Truths to Help You Make The Change with Dr. John McDougall + Weight Loss Drugs
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
This is the video Dr McDougall talked about comparing low carb eaters and plant based eaters:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95fpzu38r44
This is Dr. McDougall's interview with Dr. Atkis:
https://www.drmcdougall.com/education/mcdougallcast/robert-atkins-md/
If you would like your questions answered personally by Mary and Dr. John McDougall, tune in to Dr McDougall's YouTube channel every Sunday evening at 5:00pm PACIFIC time here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/drmcdougallmd
Opportunities for Additional Education with The McDougall Program
Reclaim Your Health in only 12 Days with our Online Course
The 12-Day McDougall Program is a life-saving medical program that has been reversing and healing chronic illness for 35 years through expert medical care, world-class education and whole food, starch-based nutrition.
Incredible transformations - In just 12 days, participants experienced amazing changes in their lives: 90% of participants reduced or eliminated unnecessary medications
Participants lost an average of 4 pounds in only 12 days while eating unrestricted amounts of the right foods Relief of chronic fatigue is experienced by 80% of participants
Relief of intestinal distress from indigestion to constipation to chronic diarrhea
More than a 22 mg/dL reduction in cholesterol
Relief of chest pain (angina) in most people with narrowed heart arteries (atherosclerosis)
Lessening and elimination of swelling and pain from inflammatory arthritis
Lower blood sugar and relief of peripheral neuropathy (pain in the legs and feet). Almost all participants with type-2 diabetes are cured of their diseases after achieving ideal body weight
Improved complexion with reduction in oily skin and hair
100% of participants said they feel equipped with the tools and knowledge to be successful in reaching their long-term health goals
For more information, please visit https://mcdougall-program.mykajabi.com/a/37443/5JZtQnc5
Read more about weight loss with The McDougall Program for Maximum Weight Loss. Lose up to 15 pounds a month without ever going hungry. Dr. McDougall clarifies the scientific and medical evidence about nutrition and metabolism to provide a simple weight-loss plan featuring 100 healthy and delicious recipes by Mary McDougall.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0525936785/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d
For free resources on weight loss, please start with our Weight Loss 10 Point Checklist:
https://www.drmcdougall.com/newsletters/mcdougall-program-maximum-weight-loss-10-point-checklist-and-recipes/
As always, there are hundreds of free recipes and articles on our website https://www.drmcdougall.com/
In Health,
The McDougall Team
office@drmcdougall.com

Jan 3, 2024 • 53min
Traveling the World as a Digital Nomad While Eating WFPB and Getting Healthy with Larry Tadlock
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https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248
or
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242
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https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Larry is a comedian who for 34 years has been whole food plant based. "How to travel the world as a digital nomad, reverse aging and feel fabulous on a plant based diet all while making money with total freedom". I cured myself of life long chronic pneumonia and bronchitis, nerve condition and very bad skin issues.
An American stand up comic turned writer that is from Texas and now lives in the Hawaii and Greece. He has performed at Gotham Comedy Club, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Comedy Store, The Improv and The Groundlings Los Angeles.
From growing up in Texas drinking a gallon of milk a day in the late 80s he discovered a brown rice and vegetable cleanse that cured his life long pneumonia and other health issues. 36 years later he went from a zen monk to doing stand up and shares about all the 100s of versions of a vegan diet that he has tried. The last 10 years he has lived as a digital nomad and has been getting better and better with the WFPB diet.
Larry's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCLguDBnGGnT4SWi_lP2ylwQ
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifebytadlock/

Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 3min
The Healthy World Vitality Plan-Support for Sustainable Change to a Whole Food Plant-Based Lifestyle
Get the THRIVE BUNDLE here:https://bit.ly/chefajthrive Over $2,500 of vegan e-books, courses and programs for ONLY $48!!! But only until January 2, 2024.
PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!!
https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248
or
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242
GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Beverly Bow, BA, MAT, is a co-founder of Healthy World Sedona, https://healthyworldsedona.com/
a 501(c)(3) organization that promotes improvement to human, planetary, and animal health and welfare through a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. She has a certificate in plant-based nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell. Previously she worked for Salem Health, a healthcare system in Oregon, in senior positions in Quality & Process Improvement, and in Human Resources Management.
Donald Fries, MBA, is a co-founder of Healthy World Sedona, https://healthyworldsedona.com/
a 501(c)(3) organization that promotes improvement to human, planetary, and animal health and welfare through a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. He has a certificate in plant-based nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell. Previously he served the State of Oregon in legislative and fiscal policy management related to health and human services, at both the state and federal levels.
Together, Don & Bev founded The Healthy World Vitality Plan in 2021, https://hwvitality.com/
a learning and support community for people who want to live their healthiest, most vital lives. To join the Vitality Plan, visit the website at hwvitality.com and click on “Join HWVP!”. To subscribe to the Healthy World Sedona monthly newsletter, click on the “Subscribe to Newsletter” link at the bottom of either website.
https://healthyworldsedona.com/subscribe/

Dec 29, 2023 • 31min
EPISODE 1,800 of CHEF AJ LIVE!!! With Special Guest Michael Greger, M.D. on How Not To Age + Q & A
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Dr. Greger Answers the following questions:
Is Trentoin Safe?
Should we be drinking red wine?
Should we be drinking coffee?
How much Vitamin nD should we take?
And more!!!
Get the book here:
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Michael Greger M.D. FACLM
Dr. Greger is a physician, New York Times best-selling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practitioner specializing in clinical nutrition. He is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and Tufts University School of Medicine. In 2017, Dr. Greger was honored with the ACLM Lifestyle Medicine Trailblazer Award and became a diplomat of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
His books How Not to Die, The How Not to Die Cookbook, How Not to Diet, and How Not to Age became instant New York Times Best Sellers, and his two latest books, How to Survive a Pandemic and The How Not to Diet Cookbook, were published in 2020 with much acclaim. One hundred percent of all proceeds Dr. Greger has ever received from his books, DVDs, and speaking engagements have always and will always be donated to charity.

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 3min
Vegan French Toast Casserole: A Very Merry Christmas Breakfast with Shane Martin of Shane & Simple
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Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 49min
CHRISTMAS HANG OUT WITH CHEF AJ & FRIENDS - TALKING WEIGHT LOSS AND FOOD ADDICTION
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Allow me to introduce 3 of my moderators - Zenam Susanna and Jessie who help moderate my LIVE broadcasts and programs.
If you struggle with your weight or food addictions please join The Ultimate Reboot Progra starting 1/20/2024. Email Help@ChefAJ,com for details.

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 3min
Help for Symptoms of Menopause with Urologist & Sexual Health Medicine Specialist Rachel Rubin, M.D.
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Subscribe to Dr Rubin's newsletter or make an appointment with Dr Rubin:
https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/
Check out the Menopause Bill
https://www.letstalkmenopause.org/
To find a provider that specializes in sexual health issues near you:
https://www.isswsh.org/
Dr. Rachel Rubin is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. She is an assistant clinical professor of Urology at Georgetown University and owns her private practice in the Washington DC region. She is one of only a handful of physicians fellowship trained in male and female sexual medicine.
Dr. Rubin is a clinician, researcher, and vocal educator in the field of sexual medicine. In addition to being education chair for the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH), she also serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal Sexual Medicine Reviews. Her work has be featured in the NYT and PBS. Sign up for her newsletter at https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/and on her social media @https://twitter.com/drrachelrubin

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 10min
At Age 67, Margie Burton Lost 105 Pounds, Got Off 15 Medications and On A Magazine Cover Twice!!!
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https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248
or
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242
GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Read her magazine stories here:
https://www.pressreader.com/
and here:
https://discoveringthewordofwisdom.com/wfpb-story-margie-burton/
Her sister Helen's story of reversing diabetes:
https://discoveringthewordofwisdom.com/wfpb-story-helen-jessup/
Margie began her Plant-based journey nearly 10 years ago when her gym coach commended her for trying to get healthy, but told her exercise was not the way to lose weight. She nearly dropped her 5-lb weights on her toes as they suddenly felt like 50 pound weights… “Why am I struggling through this if this is not what I need to do to lose weight??” she thought. The gym coach continues. “See me after class if weight-loss is your goal.”
Margie had struggled with weight her entire life, known as “thunder-thighs” as a child among her peers. She tried every diet out there, including most well-known programs. All helped her lose some weight, but nothing sustained the losses. After struggling with health issues including trigeminal neuralgia, fibromyalgia, cluster migraines, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, myofascial pain syndrome, Chronic Fatigue, and going through some 20+ major surgeries, she became desperate for help. Her final year of teaching was done with the help of a walker. She knew her prescription coverage would be impacted when she turned 65 and her 16+ prescriptions could cost thousands of dollars a month. So at the age of 64 she decided to join the gym for the first time in her life. She hoped to be healthier in one year’s time.
Her gym coach became her plant-based mentor as she learned a new plan to eat for health. Join her as she shares the journey of what she discovered in that year. Margie cares for her developmentally disabled autistic sister who found her type 2 diabetes was cured eating only plants. Her sister’s child-like responses to her plant-eating journey will be shared as well.
Margie has been passionate about Emergency preparedness for most of her life. She and her husband, Jim, have been active with numerous fire departments as CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) volunteers as well as active HAM radio operators, assisting during community events and natural disasters. Margie has presented Emergency Preparedness church and community workshops for many years and is happy to share what she has learned, particularly with regard to what food items to include in your emergency kit evacuation bag.

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 2min
Conquer Insulin Resistance with Dr. Laurie Marbas + Q & A
HOLIDAY SPECIAL BOOK BUNDLE OF CHEF AJ'S BOOKS!
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PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!!
https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248
or
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242
GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK:
https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
**Conquer Insulin Resistance with Dr. Laurie Marbas**
Are you struggling with insulin resistance or know someone who is?
Dive deep into understanding this common yet often misunderstood condition.
**Dr. Laurie Marbas**, a leading expert in lifestyle medicine, will unravel the mysteries behind insulin resistance. She'll cover:
What Is Insulin Resistance: Understand the science behind it.
Why It Develops: Explore the root causes contributing to this condition.
5 Key Strategies to Reverse It: Learn practical and effective steps to take control of your health.
Whether you're looking to improve your own health or support a loved one, this session is packed with invaluable insights and advice.
**What you'll gain from this live session:**
- In-depth knowledge about insulin resistance and its impacts.
- Understanding the lifestyle factors that contribute to its development.
- Practical tips and strategies for dietary and lifestyle changes.
- Insights into the latest research and evidence-based approaches.
**Interactive Q&A**: Have your questions answered directly by Dr. Marbas during our live Q&A session. It’s your chance to get personalized advice from an expert!
**Like, Comment, and Share**: Let us know what you're looking forward to learning in this session!
Want to learn more about Dr. Marbas or work with her personally? Visit https://drmarbas.com

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 13min
Eat Healthy With or Without Teeth with Diana Bananas
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MY LATEST BESTSELLING BOOK:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S
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Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.
Get the book for ONLY 99 cents!!! https://a.co/d/91IoSOW
After years of dental procedures and becoming WFPB the struggle to be creative with food became a reality. The ultimate result was collection of different recipes comprised into a book " Eating Healthy With or Without Teeth" https://a.co/d/91IoSOW
Along the way also took some classes and became "Starch Solution Certified " and joined T Colin Campbell Nutritional Studies and became "Plant Based Certified "in March of this year I started my own Coaching on Health & Wellness company Finding & Achieving Wellness. https://fawellness.org/
Where I am able to "Help you define what Health means to you"
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