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Olympic medalist Dotsie Bausch, alongside celebrity chef and longevity expert Raphael Wrobel, take listeners on a transformative journey toward optimal health and performance through food and lifestyle choices.

Do you want to feel healthier, stronger, and more energized? A truly vibrant life is shaped by what we eat and how we live. Wellness is not defined by appearance or performance metrics, but by sustained energy, resilience, and overall quality of life.

Tune in as they guide listeners of all ages through thoughtful conversations about food, longevity, and sustainable habits that support lasting health and vitality.

Grounded in lived experience, professional knowledge, and decades of learning, Dotsie and Raphael talk with leading physicians, nutrition experts, athletes, and innovative thinkers. Every episode delivers usable insights, fresh ways of thinking, and realistic tools to help you make confident decisions and create a more healthy and fulfilling life.

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Latest Episodes:

153 - How Trauma Leads to Disordered Eating with Dr. Carolyn Ross Nov 24, 2021

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Dr. Carolyn Ross, MD, is an eating disorder and addiction specialist. Her approach is unique—trauma, she claims, is the root cause of adult behavioral disorders such as addiction and eating disorders. Two-thirds of Americans experience at least one childhood trauma, and that can manifest itself later in life as binge eating, bulimia, anorexia, and/or drug and alcohol addiction. For Dr. Ross, it's not about the food at all—it's about the trauma and how to heal from it. This conversation breaks the accepted conventions of food addiction and recovery—what Dr. Ross has to say is different than any other eating disorder guest we've had on the show. Whether you're struggling with one of these disorders or know someone going through it, you're sure to glean some enlightenment from this deep discussion.

What we discuss in this episode:

- What qualifies as trauma?

- How family dynamics play into a person's reaction to trauma'

- Defining intergenerational trauma and genetic expression of trauma

- Prevalence of eating disorders among ethnicities

- The psychology behind anorexia and bulimia

- Removing the stigma of behavioral health disorders

- Taking action to change behavior

- Binge eating in men and women

- Advice for people who know someone who's struggling with disordered eating

- Trigger foods, "permission to eat," "food addiction," and restricting

- Dr. Ross' The Anchor Program

- The Food Addiction Recovery Workbook here

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152 - Revolutionize Your Gut with Gastroenterologist and Author Dr. Alan Desmond Nov 17, 2021

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Got gut issues? We've got a doctor on call. Dr. Alan Desmond is a general practitioner and gastroenterologist based in the UK. He incorporates whole, plant-based nutrition to treat the problem, not the symptoms, and he's seen remarkable results with hundreds of patients. He's also the author of "Plant-Based Diet Revolution: 28 Days to a Happier Gut and a Healthier You" and serves as an ambassador for Plant-Based Health Professionals UK. If you've got tummy troubles—from basic bloating to more serious conditions like IBS—to questions about probiotics and FODMAPS, Dr. Alan Desmond is in.

What we discuss in this episode:

- How processed and animal-based foods affect digestive health

- How gut health affects other diseases

- Practical tips to jump into the vegan diet

- FODMAPS

- Non-animal foods that could negatively affect gut health

- Antibiotics and gut health

- How to deal with constipation

- Cravings and the gut microbiome

- The myth behind the benefits of prebiotics and probiotics

- Lactose intolerance, IBS, and other gastrointestinal diseases

- Alan's book, The Plant-Based Diet Revolution

- Follow Pen on Instagram @dr.alandesmond

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- Website - https://switch4good.org/

FLASHBACK FRIDAY - The Pleasure Trap with Dr. Jen Howk Nov 12, 2021

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Your therapist is probably counseling you wrong. According to Dr. Jennifer Howk, Ph.D., your past experiences have little to do with the way you are. Dr. Howk practices evolutionary psychology which emphasizes the role of nature in the development of one's personality. As a former staff member of the prestigious True North Health Center, Dr. Howk is an expert when it comes to the psychology behind weight loss. She challenges popular beliefs surrounding human behavior and makes us reassess our deepest thoughts and motivations. Prepare yourself to feel befuddled, enlightened, and empowered during this hour-long conversation.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Reproductive instincts

- What is addiction

- Nature versus nurture

- Practical tips for weight-loss goals

- OCEAN Personality Test

- The Moral Animal

- The Pleasure Trap

- Dr. Jen's website

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151 - Meet NYC's New Vegan Mayor, Eric Adams Nov 10, 2021

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In this episode, we get political—in a good way. Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams joins us to discuss his journey to the plant-based lifestyle, his meaningful work as a public official, and the responsibility he feels toward improving the wellbeing of his constituents. As a Black leader and former type 2 diabetic, Adams serves as an example that the plant-based lifestyle is not a "white person" thing, but an accessible choice everyone can make to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We also touch on his experiences while serving 22 years in the police force and get his take on the current social discourse surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement. Adams is thoughtful, informed, relatable, and empowering. Get ready to improve your day and listen in to the conversation. What we discuss in this episode: - How Adams overcame his severe type 2 diabetes

- Healthy living tips anyone can do

- Child nutrition and the issue of milk in schools

- Meatless Monday in schools

- Politics of food and regulation

- Educating the government about healthy foods

- Overcoming our "isms—" including racism

- Adams' 22-year experience as a police officer

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150 - Evacuating Afghanistan with Animal Hero Pen Farthing Nov 03, 2021

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"We knew the Taliban was going to regain power … we just didn't know when," Pen Farthing told us in this episode. A British-soldier-turned animal welfare hero, Farthing founded and managed Nowzad—an animal shelter and clinic in Kabul. He and his staff (many of whom were Afghani women) spent years rescuing dogs and cats, running animal education programs, and administering spay/neuter operations and rabies vaccinations for Kabul's strays. Farthing made headlines when the Taliban took over, transporting over 60 animals out of Kabul and to the UK. In this episode, Farthing recounts the rescue effort and touches on the barriers Afghanistan now faces in terms of NGOs, women's rights, and more. His first-hand experience is eye-opening, and we hope it inspires you to seize any opportunities so often taken for granted.

What we discuss in this episode:

- The hurdles the Nowzad faced in rescuing the animals from Kabul

- The status of the donkey sanctuary and animal clinic

- Reunification stories of dogs, cats, and the soldiers that bonded with them

- The new politics of Afghanistan and how it affects womens' rights

- The rocky future of NGOs under Taliban governance

- Logistics of adopting out the rescued dogs

- Meet-and-greet with Pen's rescued dogs

- Pen's books: https://www.nowzad.com/the-store/c/books

- Learn more about Nowzad: www.nowzad.com

- Follow Pen on Instagram @penfarthing

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- Website - https://switch4good.org/

149 - Part 2 : How to Fight Heart Disease with Cardiologist Dr. Monica Aggarwal Oct 27, 2021

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We are back for round two with Dr. Monica Aggarwal. If you haven't listened to the first episode (#148), go back and listen to her origin story. Dr. Aggarwal takes a different approach to heart health than most cardiologists. Instead of stents and blood-thinners, she uses lifestyle and nutrition as a patient's first line of defense. Named a New Generation Innovator by Cardiology Today, Dr. Aggarwal is helping people live longer—not just masking the symptoms of heart disease. Everyone has some level of risk when it comes to heart health. No matter your age or lifestyle, we can all benefit from hearing what Dr. Aggarwal has to say. We just couldn't fit all of her knowledge into one episode!

What we discuss in this episode:

- Calculating one's relative risk of heart disease

- Why healthy eating matters even in childhood

- Understanding plaque and its consequences

- What is a stent and what does it actually do?

- Nutritional tips to lower risk of heart disease

- Understanding the difference between saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats

- Acute versus chronic inflammation

- How dairy affects cholesterol and inflammation

- Not allowing your genes to dictate your health

- Exercise is essential

- Dr. Aggarwal's book: Body on Fire: How Inflammation Triggers Chronic Illness

- Follow Dr. Aggarwal on Instagram @drmonicaaggarwal

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- Twitter - https://twitter.com/Switch4GoodOrg

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

148 - Part 1 : Body on Fire: How to Fight Inflammation with Cardiologist Dr. Monica Aggarwal Oct 20, 2021

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Dr. Monica Aggarwal is the perfect example of what can happen when you don't take care of your body … she's also the perfect example of what can happen when you do take care of your body. Living under the constant pressure of defined gender norms in a subspecialty medical profession, Dr. Aggarwal strived to be perfect. After finishing school and experiencing several miscarriages, she had three children in four years and tried to be Super Mom along with her full-time job as a cardiologist. Ultimately, her body broke down and she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Months passed until she took control of her health—not with medicine, but with lifestyle. When she prioritized sleep, plant-based eating, and more gentle forms of exercise, she put her disease in remission. This is part one of our two-part interview with the fabulous and knowledgeable Dr. Aggarwal. We just couldn't cover everything in one short hour. Buckle up and get ready to learn.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Expectations placed on women in the medical field

- Gender roles

- Dr. Aggarwal's story of healing

- Rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmune disorders

- Understanding inflammation and disease

- Inflammatory foods and triggers

- Understanding heart disease and risk

- Preventative measures to decreasing risk of illness

- Dr. Aggarwal's book: Body on Fire: How Inflammation Triggers Chronic Illness

- Follow Dr. Aggarwal on Instagram @drmonicaaggarwal

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FLASHBACK FRIDAY - Great Health on the Nutritarian Diet with Dr. Joel Fuhrman Oct 15, 2021

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When dieting doesn't work, it's time to stop dabbling in healthy eating. Dr. Joel Fuhruman is a highly respected physician who has made his mark by focusing on nutrition. He is the founder of the Nutritarian Diet which is based on whole, plant-based foods that have been scientifically shown to reduce cancer risk and extend longevity. In his seven bestselling books, you won't find "cheat days" or "moderation," and he explains why in this riveting episode. Fuhrman educates us on the fundamentals of health, nutrition, and disease prevention with a fiery energy is instantly motivating.

What we discuss in this episode:

- The benefits of GBOMBS

- The connection between nutrition and immunity

- The Nutritarian Diet and battling cancer

- Food addiction

- Understanding how metabolism is affected by food

- The End of Dieting book

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147 - Free & Queer with Vegan Travel Writer Calen Otto Oct 13, 2021

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For someone who had no idea what to do with their life after graduating high school, 25-year-old Calen Otto has more purpose and passion than most people twice their age. What started out as a year in Chile as a foreign exchange student led to a ravenous travel bug. At 19, Calen crossed the US on a bike and supported themself by working as they went. They've been to 25 countries, mastered the art of vegan traveling on a budget, and do whatever they can to be an advocate for the animals—whether that's rescuing pigs from abusive CAFOs to working for Mothers Against Dairy. In this episode, Calen elucidates on their adventures, explains what it means to be queer, and offers their perspective on what it means to be a person (animals included). We hope this conversation brightens your day as much as it did ours.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Catching the travel bug and making the leap

- Crossing the country on their bicycle

- The WWOOF program

- How to travel as a vegan on a budget

- Defining gender versus sex

- Calen's The Unruly Traveler Podcast

- Calen's farm animal rescuing experiences and animal activism

- Calen's travel guide, or DM her if you have an Indy bookstore

- Calen's website, The Unruly Traveler

- Mothers Against Dairy

- Follow Calen on Instagram @unruly_traveller

- Email us at info@switch4good.org for a chance to win Calen's book!

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- Website - https://switch4good.org/

146 - Cruelty Free Shopping with Kim Paschen Oct 06, 2021

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How do you know if a product is cruelty-free if you can't trust the label? According to Kim Paschen—Program Manager for Leaping Bunny—there is no regulated definition for cruelty-free. That means companies who use this label are not held accountable and may very well include ingredients that have been tested on animals. When it comes to compassionate cosmetics that are truly animal-free, things get complicated, but that's where Leaping Bunny comes in. The certification organization upholds companies to rigorous standards to ensure every last ingredient is free from animal testing. Kim walks us through all the nuances of cosmetic testing, what's going on with China, and shares a few of her favorite Leaping Bunny-approved products. Listen in before your next trip to the cosmetics counter.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Leaping Bunny standards

- Alternatives to animal cosmetic testing

- New testing regulations in China

- The difference between "cruelty-free" and "vegan" labeling

- Countries that have banned cosmetic animal testing

- What kinds of tests are required for specific cosmetic ingredients

- The nuances of cosmetic labeling

- Leaping Bunny favorite products

- Leaping Bunning app click here

- Leaping Bunny website: https://www.leapingbunny.org/

- Follow the Leaping Bunny on Instagram @leapingbunnyprogram

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