Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness

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Prescription For Better Health with Dr. Baxter Montgomery - PTP393 Jan 26, 2021

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Baxter Montgomery all about complex medical illness and a prescription for better health. While Dr. Montgomery has been practicing cardiology, he has many patients with so many other illnesses that all overlap. He is doing everything he can to encourage his patients to adopt a whole food plant-based diet but finds that there are so many who are not willing to go the extra mile or are still not getting all the results they expected by doing so. You will hear how childhood, past experience, and environment set many up for their health and what fundamental approaches can be taken. Dr. Baxter Montgomery is a Board Certified Cardiologist with years of experience in the latest medical practices and nutritional health. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Texas in Houston, a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the founder and president of the Houston Cardiac Association (HCA). Having seen many patients suffer the consequences of chronic heart disease, Dr. Montgomery founded the Montgomery Heart & Wellness Center in 2006 with the mission to reverse and prevent life-threatening illnesses. Located in Houston, Texas, The Montgomery Heart & Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art wellness facility complete with all the technology and resources to provide comprehensive medical and wellness care. Combining his medical practice with a food-driven lifestyle intervention, Dr. Montgomery introduces patients to a novel food classification system that helps reverse chronic conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, obesity and diabetes without medications or surgeries. He has refined this process over the past 10 years with profound positive results in severely ill patients. In addition to running Montgomery Heart & Wellness, Dr. Montgomery also does other hospital procedures and teaches young physicians. He is also the author of The Food Prescription for Better Health, a comprehensive guide for reversing chronic illnesses. In this episode we discuss: Family Becoming a doctor Becoming plant-based Complex medical illness Suppressing symptoms vs getting better Is plant-based the answer for everyone How environment affects us Other fundamental approaches Unhealthy childhood Better bitter breakfast Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Paw & Order Podcast Dr. Baxter Montgomery - Website, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube Dr. Baxter Montgomery's Nutritional Boot Camp Program Your Food Prescription For Better Health by Dr. Baxter Montgomery Healthy At Last with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams - PTP390 Fiber Fueled For Better Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz - PTP356 Colitis and Your Gut Microbiome with Dr. Angie Sadeghi - PTP339

Approaching Breast Cancer Holistically with Dr. Jenn Simmons - PTP392 Jan 19, 2021

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Jennifer Simmons about breast cancer basics. This episode is really a treat. Dr. Jenn is so knowledgeable and no nonsense. She recounts her story of overcoming Graves Disease, overcoming COVID and giving up her successful surgical career to help others with their health in a more natural and holistic manner. You will hear all about where soy, breast exams, mammograms and meditation have their parts. Both males and females will find this episode fascinating. Dr. Jennifer Simmons is a Functional Medicine Doctor and founder of Real Health MD. She attended Jefferson Medical College, completed a general surgery residency at Albany Medical Center, and was the inaugural fellow in breast disease in Philadelphia. Dr. Simmons was one of the leaders in breast surgery and cancer care in Philadelphia for 16 years. Passionate about the idea of pursuing health rather than treating illness, she has immersed herself in the study of functional medicine and aims to provide a roadmap to those who want to know real health. Dr. Simmons frequently speaks on her health journey, and on what she has learned in the course of healing herself. She continues to serve her breast cancer population by helping them and others to achieve hormonal health. When Dr. Simmons is not working, you can find her spending time with her family, at the dog park with her three dogs, perusing her local farmers market, on the tennis court, or in the kitchen with friends cooking up a storm. In this episode we discuss: COVID is no different than other diseases Finding plant-based Graves Disease The cause of breast cancer Men and breast cancer Soy Testing food with heart rate Breast exams Mammograms

Overcoming Grumpiness and Hypoglycemia with Vesanto Melina - PTP391 Jan 12, 2021

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Vesanto Melina about how to adjust your diet if you are living with hypoglycemia or often get the case of being hangry! We begin by looking into this 78 year old dietician's run in with the dairy industry and how to get enough calcium and vitamin D without the dairy products too. Then we move into managing low blood sugar levels and talk about lots of ways to make small changes to meals to stay satiated longer. You'll love the tips you get here for children and adults and you may even find you can begin going longer stretches between meals. And of course she gives some good seasonal meal ideas. Vesanto Melina, MS, Registered Dietitian is co-author of books that have won awards in the U.S. and Canada and received star rating by the American Library Association as "the go-to books" on plant-based nutrition. Most recent are Becoming Vegan (Comprehensive and Express Edition) and The Kick Diabetes Cookbook, (all with dietitian Brenda Davis). Vesanto has taught nutrition at Seattle's Bastyr University and at the University of British Columbia and is a government consultant. She is lead author of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics current Position Paper on Vegetarian Diets. She is an internationally known speaker. In this episode we discuss: Community The dairy industry getting shaken up Grumpiness Transitioning ideas for compromise with family Blood sugar level Understanding hypoglycemia How to adjust your meals to keep better levels What to eat if your sugar is low Legumes for kids Getting calcium and vitamin D Some nice meals Links to things we mentioned: Biofy Limitless Greens – Grab your coupon Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Putting An End To Picky Eaters Vesanto Melina - Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Becoming Vegan Kick Diabetes Cookbook Nourish Your Plant-Based Pregnancy with Brenda Davis - PTP383 Optimizing Plant-Based Nutrition with Reshma Shah, MD - PTP379 Plant-Based Paediatrics with Dr. Reshma Shah – PTP270 The Paleo Debate with Brenda Davis R.D. – PTP210

Healthy At Last with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams - PTP390 Jan 05, 2021

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Eric Adams, Brooklyn Borough President and author of the book Healthy At Last. Eric shares how after years of watching his mom suffer from type 2 diabetes he too was headed down that path and what he did was not LIVE with it, but REVERSE it. He has made amazing progress with schools and hospitals adopting more plant-based and healthy options. He also shares why it's so important for communities to start changing the quality of black culture foods and how to do that. Please share this episode with any politician or leader in your community as Eric has an important message for them as well. Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams was born in Brownsville and raised in South Jamaica--one of six children raised by a single mom who cleaned houses. As a young man, Eric faced homelessness, hunger and brutality at the hands of police. But instead of giving into anger, Eric joined the NYPD and fought for reform in the department. He also put himself through school, earning undergraduate and graduate degrees. From the NYPD, he was elected to the State Senate, where he pushed through measures to protect tenants and workers, and advance human rights. As Brooklyn's first Black Borough President, he has worked tirelessly to grow the local economy, reduce inequality, improve public safety, and advocate for better government. In this episode we discuss: Being full of great Finding plant-based Genetics and trajectory Planting vs burials School and hospital projects Recommendations for politicians Helping change the quality of nutrition in black Americans culture foods Respect and change Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Eric Adams - Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Healthy At Last by Eric Adams - Instagram, Facebook, Twitter A Forefather of Plant-Based Nutrition, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn – PTP208

Creating A Vision For The New Year - PTP389 Dec 29, 2020

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we offer you an opportunity to create your vision and to look back on 2020 and look forward to 2021. This episode is short, but we hope you will go through it and press pause to think hard, reflect within and answer the questions. We hope this will help you find more direction and create a plan to follow your internal compass moving you towards your 2021 goals. How to reflect on your year: In 2020, What were some of your wins? What were some of the challenges YOU had control over? Where are the gaps? How can you take action to fill in those gaps for 2021? How do you feel with overall satisfaction in your life? By December 31, 2021, Where do you want to be professionally? Think about where you want to be financially? Where do you want to be personally/socially? Think about where you want your health to be? Where do you want your fitness to be? Where do you want your nutrition to be? 1-2 hobby/lifestyle items, where do you want them to be? How do you want to feel with overall satisfaction in your life? Let's break that down now to know what you need to do to achieve these goals: What do you need to do? How much time do you need to do it? What days will you do it? What particular tasks need to get done during that time? How will you hold YOURSELF accountable? Do you need to find an accountability partner? Will hiring someone to do something FOR YOU help? Do you need to hire someone or take a course to LEARN HOW to do it for YOURSELF? ARE YOU COMMITTED? Write your vision statement: I am happy and grateful that I --, --, --, --, --, --, on or before Dec 31, 2021. Write out your vision, put it on your mirror, fridge, dashboard, and even screen savers. Links to things we mentioned: Support us on Patreon 💕Please use this link to discover more about FemCity, Heart Centred Networking for women, and it will give you a referral discount I Am A Peaceful Goldfish by Shoshana Chaim, coming April 13, 2021 Our Favorite Gifts For The Holidays - PTP384

Raising Spirit Through Love Letters with Aaron Fisher - PTP388 Dec 22, 2020

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we have Aaron Fisher back on to talk about motivation, inspiring others, and his new book Love Letters that is hot off the presses. Aaron has become a good friend since he was last on the show. While he was training and carrying out his COVID safe, self-supported IronMan, Adam was inspired to help him out on his runs and had an athletic endeavor of his own as part of Aaron's I AM challenge. The way Aaron talks about helping others be the best they can is quite inspiring. We also get to dive into the story beyond Love Letters, Aaron's new book. Aaron Fisher was born with an innate passion for helping others. In his 20's he had moved to China, created a charity to facilitate schooling for kids in remote towns throughout the country, spoken globally at motivational business development seminars, and has coached fortune 500 companies like Yahoo and H&M on leadership and personal development skills. In 2014, he co-founded Copper88 - a unique garment embedded with rehabilitation and health attributes. Aaron spearheads the company's research and development team, driven by a core value system to help people all over the world feel and live better, healthier lives. Aaron Fisher is also an established photographer, mindset coach, and recently released his new book "Love Letters" in 2020. In this episode we discuss: Finding plant-based Motivation Self supported COVID Ironman I AM Have to vs Get to Judgement Love Letters Writing and mental health Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Get your "Plantpower" Toque Aaron Fisher - Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Podcast Peaces of Possibility The Book - Love Letters by Aaron Fisher Copper88 Setting Intentions with The Awakening Self Aaron Fisher – PTP284

Food and Nutrition Economics with Nital Jethalal - PTP387 Dec 15, 2020

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Nital Jethalal all about food and nutrition economics, or plant-based econ as the cool kids are calling it these days. Have you ever wondered what the impact would be if everyone went 80, 90, or even 100% plant-based? What effect would that have on the environment, the economy, and even the healthcare systems? What about meat taxes? We take a deeper look at that in today's show. Nital is a smart guy and you'll be intrigued by this conversation for sure. Nital Jethalal is a Toronto-based nutrition economics researcher. He was introduced to the benefits and wonders of whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) living as a teenager. After working in strategic policy at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, in 2008, he started to wonder what would happen if Canadians went largely plant-based. Over ten years later, Nital founded Plant-Based Economics, is one of three researchers behind Plant-Based Data, and is increasingly active in food strategy in Toronto. He sits on the Board of Directors for both the Toronto Vegetarian Association (acting president) and the Toronto Veg Food Bank. He is currently focused on initiatives that help the city achieve climate change emission targets and initiatives that foster greater adoption of plant-based foods throughout the city. Nital has a MSc in Economics from Queen's University and an E-Cornell certificate in plant-based nutrition. He is also a certified reiki practitioner and ashtanga yoga teacher. In this episode we discuss: Community Finding plant-based What if everyone went plant-based? Plant-based Economics Health Economics Nutrition Economics Celebrating the rise of Veganism Rise in plant-based and changes in animal industry Meat tax Actionable steps Plant-based data TVA Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Nital Jethalal - Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Plant-Based Economics - Website, Instgram, Twitter Plant-Based Data - Website, Twitter, Medium Toronto Vegetarian Association Animal Agriculture and The Origin of Pandemics with Dr. Tushar Mehta - PTP363 Undo It!: How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases with Dean Ornish - PTP295 Effects of Food with The Creator of The Glycemic Index, Dr. David Jenkins – PTP266 Why You Should Grow Your Own Food with James Marin - PTP354 Animal Justice Beyond Animal - The Growth Of The Ethical, Cruelty-Free, Sustainable Economy Cruelty-Free Investing

Supporting Local Sustainable Businesses with Oren Epstein - PTP386 Dec 08, 2020

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Oren Epstein, owner of Bio Raw about the importance of supporting local and sustainable businesses. This has always been an important issue. We find it even more pressing these days due to COVID19 as more and more small, local and vegan businesses are shutting the doors temporarily or for good. You'll hear about why and how to choose local and organic and how every small purchase can make a big impact. As a local Toronto food innovator, Oren Epstein is on a mission to usher in a conscious shift within the marketplace towards real, organic, whole plant-based foods. He is committed to producing vegan and organic nutrient-dense products that are designed by a nutritionist. He is also the founder of The Vegan Broker, a company that exclusively works with brands that produce the healthiest and cleanest products, and which are always free from animal products. Across Canada and the United States, Oren is aspiring to support global awareness in the retail market by dedicating his career to exclusively representing vegan brands. His vision is a cleaner, greener, plant-based society. In this episode we discuss: Challenges of small businesses Pivoting Voting with your dollar What has changed in small business Supporting local Why organic A message to other small businesses How to support local businesses What is Bio Raw? Finding plant-based and vegan Vegan and healthy Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods – eCookBook Get your "Plantpower" Toque Oren Epstein - LinkedIn, The Vegan Broker Bio Raw - Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Brain On Plants and Sustainable Clothing with Zale and Stacey - PTP347

Healing Through Ayurveda with Kartikeya Talreja - PTP385 Dec 01, 2020

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Kartikeya Talreja all about Ayurveda, one of the oldest health systems in the world which originated in India more than 5000 years ago. Ayurveda believes that most diseases originate with imbalances in the digestive system. We dive into the three different types of constitutions, or Doshas, and their characteristics. We also have a look at their elements and what each dosha should be eating. Kartikeya is a certified Ayurvedic nutritionist and lifestyle coach. He helps people eat wholesome nourishing food, in sync with their natural constitution, by nature's rhythms and seasons to enhance well-being and promote healing through the wisdom of Ayurveda. He offers unique customized nutrition plans, recipes, and helps with menu planning if needed based on every person's unique constitution and needs. In this episode we discuss: Vegetarian to vegan What is Ayurveda? 5 elements 3 Constitutions State of imbalance What to eat Links to things we mentioned: Plant-Based Comfort Foods - eCookBook Kartikeya Talreja - Website, Instagram, Facebook Meditation For Kids Meditation & Visualization With Harley Monte - PTP018 Setting Intentions with The Awakening Self Aaron Fisher – PTP284

Our Favorite Gifts For The Holidays - PTP384 Nov 24, 2020

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we let you in on our favorite things that you should totally know about that can make great gifts for the holidays or you may even be able to get a hold of on Black Friday. We always appreciate you being here and we know you must enjoy the show. Some of these items that would make great gifts come with promo codes and discounts to you that help pay some podcasting bills. And when you click through our Plant Trainers Amazon site, you don't pay a cent more, but we get a tiny gratitude from Amazon that helps fund our interns. In this episode we discuss: Small bits of algae and hush weighted blankets, Bright Biofy smoothies and air fried Brussel nuggets, Black bean chilli boiled up in an instant pot, These are a few of our favorite things to shop. Pink salt lamps and gel for your muscles, Kids books and cookbooks and bicycle trainers, Only what we use for ourselves is what we sing, These are a few of our favorite things. Links to things we mentioned: Biofy Limitless Greens – Grab your coupon Hush Blanket - get $35 off with code: PLANTTRAINERS35 ENERGYBits – use "planttrainers" at checkout for a discount! Find more at planttrainers.com/384

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