More Plants: A Vegan Podcast by Brownble

It’s that time of year folks! Today I’m starting what will be a series of episodes on spending Thanksgiving, Christmas or any Holiday you partake in where lots of food is served and lots of family is gathering. It’s a common time for questions to come up among new vegans (even seasoned vegans), and since it’s an emotionally charged time for most (as in the Holiday Season makes you hyperventilate with all the excitement if you’re someone like me), all the tips shared will be helpful for many other occasions as well. In part 1 today, we’ll be covering the culinary and food aspects with tons of tips for delicious holiday cooking, and in our next episode, some of the deeper, more internal issues that can come up during the Holiday season. My goal is that if you love the holiday season you can engage in all the traditions that make your loved ones a clan, that you can enjoy all your favorite foods in their vegan versions and have a Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah or any other celebration into a delicious and relaxing, family filled occasion. I'll cover culinary hacks, how to add a Holiday vibe to anything you're making this time of year, share some delicious vegan Thanksgiving and Christmas recipes and more. For all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode click here or visit our blog at www.brownble.com  

Today we’re continuing where we left off in part 1 in talking about perspectives, tips and mindsets when sharing your life with a non vegan partner or when being vegan, single and in the dating scene, and of course, all of the tips I’ve shared in part 1 and the ones I’ll be sharing today in part 2, can apply in different ways to friends and family members even if they aren’t romantic partners. Start with part 1 if you haven’t read or listened yet, and today we’re heading right into more practical tips, a helpful exercise to find middle ground with anyone you disagree with, and a great resource that might offer additional support if you’re vegan and single. For all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode click here or visit our blog at www.brownble.com

In today's episode we're going to start tackling all the ins and outs of being vegan and in a relationship with someone who isn’t vegan. Although I’ll be mostly focusing on romantic relationships as this is the area where people struggle the most, all of the tips I’ll be sharing can apply to all our social and family relationships as well. We're going to talk about some of the most common concerns, and I'll give you some tips for living with an omnivore after going vegan. We're going to talk about shopping, prepping, planning, cooking, going out, your in-laws and even raising kids, a BIG one. I’ll also talk about the biggest emotional boulder when it comes to how we view the habits of our omnivore loved ones and why this is often where we get stuck. We’ll cover some of the basics and some practical tips today in part 1, and additional tips, plus an exercise you might find helpful in our next episode, part 2. For all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode click here or visit our blog at www.brownble.com

In today’s post and episode I’ll be sharing some beginner tips, suggestions and practices that can be helpful when you’re first getting started on this journey to eating more plants, to going vegan, to making as many plant-based choices and animal friendly choices as you can. It’s important to remember that veganism, or the choice to go vegan extends well beyond the plate. If you’ve listened to our previous episodes you know that I always bring it back to the animals, because it was my own motivation for making this change, and so for me, going vegan encompassed so much more than just switching ingredients, it was about seeing all my consumer habits and a way of seeing all my actions through the filter of wanting to help animals in the best way I could. The food however, was and I believe still is the main focus point and sticking point for most people, since it’s not only a part of our day, but also the place where our Venn diagram will collide most often with that of our loved ones. It’s the activity most of us share most often with the people around us, and it’s also where we have to make the most purchasing decisions. Although veganism isn’t only about the food, when people I know in real life, or our students ask us for support, it’s always in relation to the food and experiences with others where food is present. It's on tips around food and eating where I'll be focusing on today, as well as an important one on surrounding yourself with support, and one where we'll be fine tuning our reason why we're making this change and why it's crucial for success. Enjoy today's episode! For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com

Today's podcast episode is part 2 of our series on some of the most common questions vegans get asked, and some of the most common questions vegans have when they first make this change. In this installment I’ll be answering the questions “can anyone be vegan (is it safe for athletes, pregnancy, and raising infants and kids)?”, “is a vegan diet possible for people who have struggled with an eating disorder or are in recovery?” “Is a vegan diet safe if I have an underlying medical condition?”, “isn’t it okay to source your meat, dairy and eggs from cage free, free range facilities or more sustainable farms?”, “isn’t it true that animals still die in the growing and production of plant based products or agricultural production?”, “is a vegan diet more expensive?” “do I need special ingredients or equipment to eat a vegan diet?”, and “aren’t we supposed to eat meat? We’ve been doing it for centuries!”  Enjoy today's episode! For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com

In today's post and podcast episode, part 1 of a two part series, I’ll be talking about some of those frequently asked vegan questions we get, and the tips and resources that have helped so many of you and that helped me on my journey into veganism. Our answers to these will not only help you on your journey, but they might help you be able to answer the many questions you’ll get as you share with people that you’ve embarked upon this change. Today we'll cover the first 9 questions with everything from “”what do vegans eat?” “where do vegans get protein and other nutrients?”, "are vegan meats safe to eat?", “how to build a healthy and balanced vegan meal”, “why don’t vegans eat dairy and eggs?”, questions related to calcium, omega 3s, iron and vitamin B12. We talk about whether or not a vegan diet is difficult to maintain, and more. In some I'll give you a brief rundown, and in others, I'll also be linking to videos, other posts and resources that tackle these topics in depth. That way you can find the question you've been wondering about the most, and get all the information you need. For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com

In last week’s episode and post I talked a lot about the physical changes or common vegan side effects you might experience when going vegan, and today we are again talking about those initial days, weeks or months as a new vegan when it comes to emotional changes you might go through, whether or not it's normal to experience difficult emotions, sadness or anxiety when you first switch to a plant based diet. There are so many resources when it comes to our health and some of those physical changes one might go through, we hear endless talks about improvements in bloodwork, changes in digestive health, among others, but going vegan is a big shift when it comes to your eating habits, especially when it revolves around the relationships that fill your life, as well as making sure the new diet is satisfying, fulfilling and enjoyable for you. Today we’re going to tackle those emotional aspects of making this change, and with each one I’ll share my top tips to help you navigate anything that needs a little course correction. For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com

When we talk about the basics regarding vegan diets and making the transition, it's important to talk about those first few days, weeks and months into going vegan. I know that I personally had so many questions regarding some of the physical symptoms I was experiencing when I went vegan, and this is completely understandable, as with any dietary change, we are bound to experience differences in the way we feel especially those first few weeks as a vegan. Today I’ll be talking about the side effects we can experience when we first adopt a vegan diet. By side effects I'm simply referring to those physical symptoms we might experience as part of the transition to a plant based diet. Feelings in our bodies and minds that will soon find their perfect peaceful place of equilibrium once we understand what could be behind them and what we can adjust until we feel comfortable. Making more vegan choices or going vegan is also all about the formation of so many new habits, often a huge change from the way we’ve eaten before, or the way our family members or friends eat. This means it can come with challenges as we get acquainted, which is why the mindset we have while making this change is so important, and I’ll share some thoughts in this regard as well, towards the end of episode. For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com

Have you ever wondered what it means to be a vegan, a vegetarian, a flexitarian or a pescatarian? What about the difference between a vegan diet, a plant based diet or a plant forward diet? Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we explore the world of all the diets that are trying to reduce or eliminate animal products. Today we'll dive deep into each of them and explain their differences, similarities, and why imperfection is part of the process of making more plant based choices or going vegan. We'll also be taking a closer look at the full definition of veganism, and I give you my perspective on how we need to reframe the way we judge ourselves when making a choice that wasn't "perfect", and why there are more and more of these labels than ever before, when it comes to eating in this way. Whether you're curious about these diets and ways of eating or just looking to learn more, this episode is the perfect place to start. Join us as we discuss veganism from a different perspective, and I give you an important question to ask yourself when incorporating more plants into your diet, so that the changes last and are sustainable. For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com

We are so excited to introduce you to our new podcast "More Plants", a revamped, updated and fresh new version of our old show The Brownble Podcast. In today's episode I share what you'll be able to find in upcoming episodes of the podcast, what brought on this big change, as well as what this journey to eating more plants has brought into our lives. I hope you enjoy this brief introduction and that this podcast will help you with all the tools you'll need when being vegan, when switching to a plant based or vegan diet, or on an adventure of simply eating more plants to see where that will take you. All eaters are welcome, and we hope you love the show! For additional resources check out the show notes for this episode. To learn more about the work we do, and explore our courses, blog, recipes and more, visit brownble.com