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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.

Be inspired. Join the Switch4Good movement.

Latest Episodes:

145 - Living Lively with Wunderkind Haile Thomas Sep 29, 2021

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How does a 12-year-old start a non-profit? Haile Thomas will tell you. Now 20, Haile is accomplished beyond her years. Extraordinarily articulate and composed, Haile has been featured on The Food Network, Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, the Drew Barrymore Show, and a dozen other talk shows. She's the founder of The Happy Organization—a non-profit that empowers kids to embrace self-care and plant-based nutrition. She's also the author of Living Lively—a cookbook with 80 plant-based recipes and a full outline of her 7 Points of Power to obtain a balanced, grounded, and actualized state of being. Haile has a quiet power that is magnetic in force. You'll be drawn in the minute she starts to speak.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Why she went vegan to save her dad from type 2 diabetes

- Honoring cultural roots while adhering to a plant-based diet

Haile's 7 points of power

- Leaning into authenticity in the face of pressure

- Knowing oneself and establishing self-care

- Haile's book, Living Lively

- Follow Haile on Instagram @hailethomas

- Follow Haile's non-profit, The Happy Org, @thehappyorg

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

144 - Find Your Pillars of Health with Dr. Melissa Sundermann Sep 22, 2021

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There are doctors who like to point out your problems and use medication as a bandaid, and there are doctors like Melissa Sundermann. A double board-certified DO in internal and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Sundermann combines Western medicine with a holistic approach to help her patients heal. She's friendly, empathetic, and empowering. Join in on our delightful conversation with this Michigan-based doc to learn more about lifestyle medicine, tips to implement it into your routine, and how to help loved ones embrace a more holistic lifestyle.

What we discuss in this episode:

- 6 Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine

- How to navigate challenges when it comes to nutrition and exercise

- Dr. Sundermann's transition from a peanut M&M lover to a plant-based diet

- How to make the switch to WFPB with a positive mindset

- How to fine-tune sleep health

- Follow Dr. Sundermann on Instagram @motivatormelissa

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

143 - No More Chronic Dieting with New Vegan Camille Martin Sep 15, 2021

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Camille Martin, RD, was caught in the vicious cycle of binging, restricting, and dieting for years. Her weight would fluctuate, but she was never happy, until she decided to quit dieting and let herself eat. To her surprise, she didn't gain weight—she lost it. Now a registered dietitian and very new vegan, Camille shares her story and helpful tips to change your eating habits. We also dive into misleading labels on animal products, raising girls to grow up with high self-esteem, and more. This conversation is casual, friendly, and practical. Join in the camaraderie and give it a listen.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Camille's experience as a one-month vegan

- Managing binge/restrict eating habits and breaking the cycle

- How diet culture destroys self-esteem

- Defending carbs

- Veganism as a lifestyle, not a diet

- Debunking labels like "grass-fed, organic"

- How to raise strong, daughters

- How to change your environment to change your habits

- Camille's website: https://camillemartinrd.com/

- Follow Camille on Instagram @camille_martin_rd

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

FLASHBACK FRIDAY - Healing Autoimmune Diseases with Dr. Brooke Goldner Sep 10, 2021

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Dr. Goldner was resigned to live out her life in the clutches of lupus—she expected to become disabled by her forties, deal with chronic pain, and never have children. Her perspective changed after meeting her husband and attempting to get trim for a Maui honeymoon. She shocked herself by healing her disease simply by eating a high-raw, whole-food, plant-based diet. For Goldner—and the hundreds of seriously ill patients she has treated since then—it really is that simple. Food can heal. This episode is for anyone who struggles (or knows someone who is struggling) with a health issue doctors say they can't cure, only manage. The message is eye-opening, inspiring, and attainable. It might just save a life.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Autoimmune disease basics

- Dr. Goldner's self-healing from lupus

- What foods to eat to heal disease

- How to build a healing smoothie

- How to find your "whypower"

- Defining hypernourishment

- Dr. Goldner's best-selling book, "Goodbye Lupus"

- Smoothie recipes at smoothieshred.com

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website: switch4good.org

142 - Plant Based Power with Sports Nutritionist TJ Waterfall Sep 08, 2021

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If you move your body, this episode is for you. TJ Waterfall is a UK-based sports nutritionist who takes a practical approach to fueling with a plant-based diet. In this episode, we cover highlights from his book, "The Plant-Based Power Plan," and dive into so much more in relation to diet and fitness. Questions about salt, protein, or antioxidants? TJ has the answers. Stay tuned through the end to hear TJ's answers to our speed round questions. One of his responses will melt your heart.

What we discuss in this episode:

- How to calculate your protein needs

- How exercise nurtures a healthy gut microbiome

- Troubleshooting overeating

- Understanding complete vs incomplete protein

- Nutrition timing

- The importance of salt and exercise

- Sample meals to fuel

- TJ's book The Plant-Based Power Plan

- Follow TJ on Instagram @tj_waterfall

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

141 - Very Good Food with Vegan Butcher Mitchell Scott Sep 01, 2021

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If you don't already know about the Very Good Butchers, you will soon. While not the most dominant plant-based meat company, it's certainly the cleanest. We were shocked (pleasantly so) that we could find every single ingredient listed for the Smokin' Burgers and Very Good Pepperoni in our local grocery store. Co-founder and CEO Mitchell Scott sits down with us to discuss the rising trend of vegan meat, going public, and how The Very Good Butchers make meat out of beans. He also discloses a super simple cooking tip that will take any vegan meat to the next level. Our minds were blown—apparently, we've been cooking veggie burgers the wrong way for years! Plus, we introduce a new rapid-fire Q&A segment. Part practical and all fun, this new segment puts our guests on their toes!

What we discuss in this episode:

- How the company got started

- How to make meat from ingredients you can pronounce

- The pros and cons of becoming an IPO

- Consumer behavior trends of vegan meat

- Cooking tips and tricks

- The Very Good Food website

- Follow Very Good Food on Instagram @theverygoodbutchers

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

Prevent Diabetes and other Diseases with Endocrinologist Dr. Arti Thangudu Aug 25, 2021

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Dr. Arti Thangudu is a triple board-certified MD specializing in endocrinology, thyroid, and diabetes. She's also a mom to two adorable young kids and runs her own private practice in San Antonio—Complete Medicine. But she didn't stop there. Arti is determined to prevail over the rampant diabetes epidemic in her city. With a diabetes rate 6 percent higher than the national average, Dr. Thangudu's integrative practice is helping patients battle the disease and preventing new patients from developing it. In this episode, we cover a range of ailments including diabetes, thyroid issues, hormonal imbalances, and the rampant mistreatment of these diseases from non-specialized practitioners. Dr. Thangudu's wisdom and advice are relevant and practical. We all have so much to gain from her insights.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Evidence-based lifestyle techniques for treating diabetes

- How different foods affect our hormones

- The sugar versus fat debate surrounding diabetes

- The importance of seeing an endocrinologist

- Adrenal fatigue, thyroid disease, and low testosterone

- Why she went plant-based

- Dr. Thangudu's website: Complete Medicine

- Follow Dr. Thangudu on Instagram @drartithangudu

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

140 - Lobbying for Animals with Laura Reese Aug 18, 2021

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Agriculture subsidies have robbed Americans of their right to vote with their dollars. Millions of consumers make conscious choices to not purchase animal products, believing their purchasing decisions are making a small but definitive statement about demand. Unfortunately, the colossal government subsidies that are pumped into the animal agriculture industry keep it alive regardless of demand. When Laura Reese realized this fact, she was angry, and she took action. Laura is the co-founder of the Agriculture Fairness Alliance and Liberation 360—two organizations that allow her to lobby and create lasting, effective change within the agriculture industry. Currently, she is working on legislation to incorporate into the next Farm Bill that will help animal farmers transition to plant-based farmers. In this episode, Laura delivers on subsidy 101 and elucidates on the problems and actions we all can take to make our dollars count.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Understanding agriculture subsidies

- Lobbying 101

- Revising the upcoming Farm Bill

- The consolidation of dairy farming

- Roadblocks of farm transitions

- Action items anyone can do

- For the People Act

- Liberation 360

- Agriculture Fairness Alliance

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

FLASHBACK FRIDAY - Heal Leaky Gut with Dr. Angie Sadeghi Aug 13, 2021

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Most people have a favorite hairdresser or perhaps even a favorite barista … we have a favorite gastroenterologist. This is Dr. Angie Sadeghi's second time on the podcast—she just has so much knowledge to share! Circle back and listen to Episode 3 for her full backstory, then give this show a listen to learn all about the gut microbiome, how to feed your "good" bacteria, the brain/gut connection, hidden causes of anemia, her opinion on probiotics, and more. Your gut will thank you.

What we discuss in this episode:

- Check out Dr. Angie's first appearance on the show, Episode 3

- The dangers of lactose intolerance

- Understanding the microbiome and how to feed your good bacteria

- The brain/gut connection

- How much fiber do you need?

- Do probiotic pills work?

- Hidden causes of anemia

- Institute of Plant-Based Medicine

- Follow Dr. Angie @Angie.Sadeghi

Connect with Switch4Good

- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website: switch4good.org

- Support Our Cause: https://switch4good.org/support-us/

139 - How to be a Conscious Consumer with Healabel app creator Adriane Marie Aug 11, 2021

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The wave of conscious consumerism is growing stronger day by day, but sometimes, it's a challenge to discern how the products we buy affect our health, the environment, and those used to make it (both laborers and animals included). Adriane Marie has devised a solution to help us all shop smarter and more efficiently. The HEALabel app is the ultimate guide to making conscious consumer choices at the grocer, drug store, and retail shop. The extremely comprehensive tool includes thousands of entries for ingredients and textiles used in virtually anything you can buy—be that food, household products, cosmetics, or clothing. Adriane educated us about what is wrong with the system, what to look for to shop consciously, and how to avoid the misleading marketing scheme of greenwashing. If you want to shop with compassion and confidence, this is an episode you need to hear.

What we discuss in this episode:

- What is the Healable app

- Recognizing all four aspects of conscious consumerism

- Defining "greenwashing"

- What's wrong with palm oil

- Hidden animal ingredients in non-animal products

- Issues with fast fashion and animal textiles

- Best practices of conscious consumerism

- Follow Adrianne on Instagram @the_unbridled_spirit

- Get the Healable App

Connect with Switch4Good

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/

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

- Website - https://switch4good.org/

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