Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness Adam Chaim & Shoshana Chaim

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Josh Dech about whether or not IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, is really a thing. We explore the world of healing and ask the question: Is IBS really as it seems? We break down the differences between IBS and IBD, like Crohn's and Colitis, in easy-to-understand terms. Learn why IBS is so common and why some doctors believe conditions like Crohn's and Colitis can't be reversed. Join us as we navigate this journey together and find out where to start on the road to better health. Josh is an ex-paramedic and Holistic Nutritionist, specializing in Crohn’s and Colitis, and other related gut issues. It was the successes his clients have had with complex digestive diseases, previously thought to be impossible to fix, that got him connected to some of the world’s most renowned Doctors. Since then, he’s been recruited to the Priority Health Academy as a medical lecturer, helping educate doctors on the holistic approach to gut health, and inflammatory bowel disease. In this episode we discuss:  Finding the purpose of healing Is IBS a real thing? IBS and IBD What is Crohn's and Colitis Functional diagnosis Root cause and residual damage Prevalence of IBS and why Why do doctors think they can’t reverse Crohn's and Colitis Where to start today Links to things we mentioned: - I Am a Courageous Cub Josh Dech - , , The Fiber Paradox and Histamine Foods with Dr Will Bulsiewicz – The Impact of Illness on The Gut with Dr. Vanessa Mendez – Leaky Gut and SIBO with James and Dahlia Marin – Colitis and Your Gut Microbiome with Dr. Angie Sadeghi – Probiotics & Fermentation with the HappyGutMD, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz – Your Gut Microbiome and Health with Dr. Chiti Parikh –

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Linda Tyler all about how to avoid inflammaging. We're diving deep into the fascinating concept of 'Inflammaging' and its connection to inflammation and discuss how phasing out less nutrient-dense ingredients can positively impact your well-being. We'll delve into the science behind inflammation, discussing anti-inflammatory 'superstars' and the effects of inflammatory foods and endotoxins on our bodies. Plus, we'll unpack an insightful meta-analyses shedding light on these topics. Don't miss our discussion on favorite recipes from our guest's book, offering delicious and nourishing options to support your health journey. Linda Tyler is a plant-based cooking instructor, recipe developer, and writer. She teaches cooking classes for Portland and Mt. Hood Community Colleges in Oregon and offers one-on-one plant-based lifestyle coaching. Linda has published recipes in vegan magazines and websites, articles on animal welfare issues, and is a frequent guest on Chef AJ Live on YouTube. She is the author of The Plant-Based Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook. She is on the video review team for Nutritionfacts.org. In this episode we discuss:  Gratitude Becoming plant based  Oil  Phasing out less nutrient dense ingredients  Inflammation Inflammaging  What is inflammation  Anti-inflammatory “superstars” Anthocyanins  Inflammatory foods and endotoxins  Meta Analysis  Favourite recipes from her book Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Linda Tyler - , , How Not To Die with Michael Greger M.D. – Whole Food Plant-Based with Dr T Colin Campbell – Plant-Based Family Favorites with Brittany Jaroudi – The Unprocessed Journey with Chef AJ and Glen Merzer –

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Betty Lu all about upcycling nutritious food into delicious and nutritious Confetti Snacks. We don’t know about you, but we were not aware of how much perfectly edible food is being wasted every year just because it is a little bit ugly and not pretty enough for grocery store shelves. We were even more shocked to hear about the greenhouse gasses being emitted because of it! Betty is so knowledgeable about social and sustainable entrepreneurship and we know you’ll love this show.   Betty is the founder and CEO of venture backed Confetti Snacks based in Singapore and NYC. Confetti crafts award-winning tasty gourmet snacks made from nutrient dense vegetables in exotic flavors inspired by scrumptious world flavours that celebrate diversity and inclusion. The scrumptious plant-based snacks are colorful, vibrant and made from real sliced veggies and fruit. The snacks are tasty, an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, gently upcycled from imperfect produce or crop surplus to alleviate food waste. In this episode we discuss:  What is upcycling food Food waste and the environment Making an impact Colorful snacks  Why Rice bran Social entrepreneurship Ethical Entrepreneurship Actionable tips to start with today  Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Betty Lu - , , Healthy Picnic Ideas with Adam and Shoshana Chaim – 5 Emergency Snack Kit Ideas –

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Brandy Gillmore about her own personal and professional experience with mind-body healing. Brandy had some devastating events in her life which left her in severe pain and in a wheelchair. After being rejected for a trial study, Brandy began to understand the world of mind-body healing and put it to use. This allowed her to leave the wheel chair behind and it help hundreds of others change their lives themselves.  Brandy Gillmore, a renowned researcher and mind-body healing expert, has garnered global attention with her extraordinary demonstrations of radical healing through the power of the mind. Supported by visual evidence from medical thermal imaging, her groundbreaking results have been published in a prestigious medical journal. Brandy has shared her insights through a captivating TEDx talk and various documentaries. Brandy's journey to discovery was sparked by her own debilitating injury in 2003, which led her on a quest for healing. Through relentless exploration, she unearthed obscure research that ultimately facilitated her complete recovery. Now, Brandy Gillmore is launching her groundbreaking book, "Master Your Mind and Energy to Heal Your Body," hailed by experts as essential reading for unlocking the profound healing potential of the mind. This book offers a transformative understanding of mind-body healing and provides readers with practical steps to tap into their own innate healing abilities. In this episode we discuss:  Being connected to nature and the world  Doctors who say that’s all  Brandy Gillmore's story from wheelchair to health Placebos  The mind affects physical & emotions  Thermal imaging  Pain  Actionable steps for positive healing today Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Brandy Gillmore - , , , , by Brandy Gillmore  Dealing With Back Pain with Adam and Shoshana Chaim – Staying Motivated In Tough Times with Howard Jacobson – Stress, Abuse, and Relationships with Dean Ornish, M.D. –

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Murray Hidary about MindTravel and taking music beyond entertainment. Buckle up, because today we not only talk to Murray about music for meditation and healing, but we actually get to have a live MindTravel experience here. Understanding more about neuroplasticity in order to prevent and deal with stress is key in the MindTravel philosophy. Murray shares how he found meditation, his connection to music and how the combination ripples into all areas of a healthy lifestyle. Stay tuned to learn more about our MindTravel and find a place to relax and come traveling with us! Through music, the language of emotion, MindTravel creator and composer Murray Hidary seeks to open the heart to healing and transformation with his evocative, live-piano compositions. Recently, the music of MindTravel has also served to bring awareness and a call to action on issues like social justice and climate change. Hidary has brought MindTravel to iconic theaters and spectacular outdoor venues in over 100 cities the world over. From the deserts of the Middle East to the first-ever piano concert on the continent of Antarctica, Murray seeks to bridge gaps in understanding through the universal language of music. Murray is also an entrepreneur and tech pioneer and in the early days of the Internet co-founded and built companies including EarthWeb, Dice Inc, Vista Research and eBillity. Today, he is focused on the human experience and, through MindTravel, helps people better connect with themselves and one another. In this episode we discuss:  Sunsets  Becoming veg  Finding music  Meditation MindTravel  The neuroplasticity of meditation  Different brain frequencies  Who it’s for  Collective experience and individual experience  Our media diet  Navigating emotional state  A MindTravel experience here live Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Murray Hidari - MindTravel - , , MindTravel Relaxation For The Mind And Body – Powering Your Redox Potential with Shoshana Chaim – 

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Ellie Laks about lessons you can learn from a cow (and chicken) and Cow Hug Therapy. It was amazing to hear that cows partake in many self-care rituals. We found it so interesting to hear about the connection she had with animals from a young age. That led us into exploring the intuition children have and how that changes into adulthood. We explored the state of the world’s ecosystem and what we can do to make this world healthier for future generations.  Ellie Laks is the Founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation, a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates unwanted animals and heals people with the same stories of abuse and neglect. She is a powerful speaker, celebrated animal welfare advocate, humane educator, animal communicator, and the author of “My Gentle Barn: Creating a sanctuary where animals heal and children learn to hope” and has her new book coming out soon, Cow Hug Therapy. Ellie founded The Gentle Barn in 1999. She invented her own “Gentle Healing” method that allows old, sick, injured, and terrified animals to fully recover. Ellie is the creator of cow hug therapy and has hosted hundreds of thousands of people who have come to The Gentle Barn seeking hope. In this episode we discuss:  How Ellie found a vegetarian lifestyle Discovering egg exploitation  Finding the chicken at school  Child vs adult intuition  The world’s ecosystem  3 Actionable steps to helping the planet  Cow hug Therapy  Self care lessons from a cow  Links to things we mentioned: Sign up for our newsletter –  Ellie Laks: , , The Gentle Barn: , : How the Animals at the Gentle Barn Taught Me about Life, Death, and Everything In Between Making The World A Kinder Place with John Oberg – Animal Protection Laws with Camille Labchuk and Jessica Scott-Reid – Bringing Animal Protection Into Schools with Mike Farley –