Dr. Matthew Nagra, a plant-based naturopathic doctor, navigates through common nutrition misconceptions with evidence-based insights. He tackles the toxicity argument against plants, debates between plant-based meats and real meat, and clarifies the persistent egg controversy. Nagra also explores the health impacts of dietary oils, creatine supplementation, and the roles of gluten and cholesterol. This enlightening conversation encourages embracing whole, nutritious, and plant-based foods for optimal health.

Chef AJ, a renowned plant-based chef and comedian, shares her journey after a lung cancer diagnosis. She emphasizes the importance of hope and a solid support system while outlining her 7 Foundations to Healing: Faith, Family, Fitness, Food, Forgiveness, Friends, and Fun. AJ discusses the crucial role of humor in coping with anxiety and how a whole food, plant-based lifestyle has become central to her healing. Her candid reflections offer inspiration and highlight that a diagnosis does not have to define one's destiny.

Dr. Dean Ornish, a leading physician and researcher in lifestyle medicine, reveals groundbreaking insights into reversing early Alzheimer's through a whole-food, plant-based diet. He shares details from his clinical trial, where 71% of participants experienced cognitive improvement. The discussion highlights the essential roles of exercise, stress management, and social support in enhancing brain health. With nearly 7 million affected by Alzheimer's, Ornish's findings provide hope and empower listeners to adopt transformative lifestyle changes for better cognitive function.

Brad Kearns, co-author of 'Born to Walk' and former professional triathlete, tackles misconceptions around exercise. He argues that walking, often overlooked, is a powerful path to health and longevity, outshining running in many aspects. Discover how the running boom has resulted in unnecessary injuries and how walking promotes better aerobic conditioning. Kearns emphasizes the importance of natural movement and proper footwear, advocating for a fitness plan centered on walking with intervals. Embrace a healthier lifestyle, one step at a time!

Eating more plants is not just a dietary choice; it's a crucial step towards better health and longevity. In this live episode that premiered in January 2023, Rip discusses the importance of incorporating whole plant foods into our diets to combat rising health issues such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. Key takeaways of this live Q&A include:Why Plants are the Mothership of HealthWhy We Love Whole Plant FoodsThe Difference Between Processed Carbohydrates and Whole Food CarbohydratesThe Abundance and the Importance of Macronutrients and Micronutrients found in Whole Plant Foods The Benefits of Fiber for our Health and Microbiome A Live Q&A with Audience QuestionsRip invites the audience to embrace a plant-based lifestyle for vibrant health because, as he says, our lives depend on it!Episode WebpageWatch the Original Episode on YouTubeSPECIAL 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 Sedona - April 6-11, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/sedona-retreat 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: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Leave Us a Voicemail QuestionLeave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

What does it take to turn your life around? Molly Patrick, co-founder of Clean Food, Dirty Girl, knows the answer better than most. In this powerful podcast episode, Molly shares her deeply personal journey from a life of heavy drinking and smoking to embracing a vibrant, plant-based lifestyle.Discover how Molly overcame social anxiety and addiction, faced the discomfort of change, and built a life filled with health, purpose, and joy. Alongside Rip, she dives into topics like:Navigating the challenges of major lifestyle shifts.The art of ‘embracing the suck’—why discomfort can lead to growth.Simple strategies to set your future self up for success, including meal prep and intentional living.With her candid storytelling and passion for creating irresistible plant-based recipes, Molly inspires us to celebrate our imperfections and embrace every step of our unique path toward health and happiness.Episode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTubeSPECIAL 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 Sedona - April 6-11, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/sedona-retreat 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: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Leave Us a Voicemail QuestionLeave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

Rip welcomes Jacque Salomon, founder of the Seeds to Inspire Foundation. Jacque recounts the traumatic events that shaped her early life, including a challenging upbringing in New York City that was fraught with generational trauma, chaos, and food scarcity. Jacque also shares the heart-wrenching experience of losing her son at just 11 years old, and how this tragedy sparked a profound commitment to transform her life and health through a whole food, plant-based diet. (Thanks, also, in part to a viewing of Forks over Knives.)As she reversed her Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, GERD, and other ailments—all while losing an impressive 164 pounds—Jacque became passionate about sharing her message of hope and recovery with others by founding Seeds to Inspire, an organization dedicated to addressing health equity through 'food as medicine' initiatives, love, and compassion.She now dedicates her life to educating others about health equity and wellness, emphasizing the importance of nourishing our bodies with love and compassion. By sharing her story, Jacque not only illustrates her personal recovery, but also highlights the collective need for community and support in overcoming trauma. 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 Sedona - April 6-11, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/sedona-retreat 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: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Leave Us a Voicemail QuestionLeave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and nutrition expert known for his focus on health through diet, delves into the buzz around Ozempic and similar weight-loss drugs. He critically assesses their risks, benefits, and the science behind appetite control through GLP-1 hormones. Greger questions the sustainability of these medications compared to natural weight-loss methods like a plant-based diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. He also emphasizes the importance of informed choices, urging listeners to consider safer, long-term alternatives to quick fixes.

Rip, 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 embrace a PLANTSTRONG lifestyle and make choices that nourish not only our bodies but also our sense of community and well-being.Episode WebpageWatch the Original Full Episode on YouTube (from September 2023)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 Sedona - April 6-11, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/sedona-retreat 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: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Leave Us a Voicemail QuestionLeave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

David Goldman, Director of Research at Metabite and nutrition expert from The Game Changers, joins to dissect whether olive oil, oatmeal, and creatine are genuine health boosters or just hype. They dive into the surprising nutritional aspects of these foods, unearthing the need to evaluate personal dietary choices. Goldman sheds light on creatine's benefits for muscles and cognitive function while urging listeners to reconsider the role of olive oil in their diets. Expect laughter as they blend humor with valuable insights into healthier living!