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Hi! I’m Chef AJ, the author of "Unprocessed", "The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss", and "Own Your Health". This is where I interview interesting people and post my weekly Weight Loss Wednesdays. I have been following a plant exclusive diet for over 40 years and I like to show people how to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their diets in ways that are easy, delicious, and fun. If you’d like to get in touch with me, my website is https://www.chefaj.com/. Thanks for stopping by my channel. I’m Chef AJ and I make healthy taste delicious.

  1. 1d ago

    Should I Walk Away from Cancer Treatment Weighing Quality of Life vs. Length with Dr. Matt Lederman

    Sign up for Dr Matt's FREE substack:https://substack.com/@connectiondocs Join Chef AJ’s Exclusive Plant-Based Community. Become part of the inner circle and start simplifying plant-based living - with easy recipes and expert health guidance. Find out more by visiting: https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. To book a consultation with Matt: https://form.jotform.com/241997228318164 Matthew Lederman, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician and a pioneering thought leader in holistic health. Renowned for his innovative integration of plant-based nutrition, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), trauma-informed care, and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Lederman's work highlights the profound interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and relational well-being. As a certified Nonviolent Communication Trainer through the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC), Dr. Lederman combines Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Awareness Principles, and Pain Reprocessing to empower individuals to heal from within. His approach helps people address the root causes of chronic health challenges, fostering emotional resilience and cultivating meaningful connections. Email:Support@ConnectionDocs.com Website: https://www.connectiondocs.com/ Free Resources (includes Feelings & Needs Sheet for children AND Role-Play Video “Talking to Your Child About ‘Too Much’ Device Time”) : https://www.connectiondocs.com/resources Substack (Weekly Articles on Connection): https://substack.com/@connectiondocs Breath & Body Regulation Training Tool: https://webekalm.com/ webe Pärents Podcast https://webekalm.com/pages/webeparents AI Connection Coach:https://app.kinectin.com/signup Main Book WELLNESS TO WONDERFUL: 9 Pillars for Living Healthier, Longer, and with Greater Joy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2S1JGZK?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_K6HM5P02NNK5WAMRGE87&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_K6HM5P02NNK5WAMRGE87&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_sms_apin_dp_K6HM5P02NNK5WAMRGE87&starsLeft=1&skipTwisterOG=1&bestFormat=true Children’s E-Books (Supporting Children Bringing More Connection Into Their Lives): Healing Shame and Connecting to Self-Worth and Intrinsic Value: https://webekalm.com/products/lily-and-her-beautiful-flower Being Honest with Care https://webekalm.com/products/ella-and-the-two-gifts-ebook Supporting Children During Emergencies (fires, earthquakes, etc):'https://webekalm.com/products/brave-hearts-facing-the-fire-ebook Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheConnectionDocs Substack Newsletter: https://connectionDocs.substack.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/connectionDocs X: https://x.com/connectionDocs

    1h 35m
  2. 3d ago

    Lose Weight Without Willpower 21-Day Super Immunity Detox with Dr. Joel Fuhrman & Dr. Cara Fuhrman

    Join now: https://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=wJK64PXpMKk&offerid=455759.614&type=3&subid=0 Transforming your health is more fun with friends! Join Chef AJ’s Exclusive Plant-Based Community. Become part of the inner circle and start simplifying plant-based living - with easy recipes and expert health guidance. Find out more by visiting: https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. Today's show will help you understand why a Nutritarian diet is so effective for permanent weight reduction and disease reversal and the effects are based on knowledge, not will power. Preparing your mind for a permanent nutritional make-over involves exercises to develop emotional health, peace and passion in your life. The 21 Day Detox starts Monday so register here now: https://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=wJK64PXpMKk&offerid=455759.614&type=3&subid=0 To make an appointment at LongevityRX: https://www.drlongevityrx.com/ Father–daughter duo Dr. Joel and Dr. Cara Fuhrman are thrilled to announce the opening of Longevity Rx, a one-of-a-kind center where they’ve hand-selected the most advanced, non-radiation imaging and regenerative treatments from Europe and the U.S. — integrating them with Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s 37+ years of pioneering work in precision nutrition. Their mission is to identify disease risk at its earliest stages, personalize every protocol, and help patients reverse the trajectory of aging and chronic illness. Website: https://www.drlongevityrx.com/ Instagram: @longevityrx_ https://www.instagram.com/longevityrx_/ Phone: (858) 367-3558 Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times best-selling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing. Dr Fuhrman is the President of the Nutritional Research Foundation and on the faculty of Northern Arizona University, Health Sciences division. He coined the term “Nutritarian” to describe a nutrient-dense eating style, designed to prevent cancer, slow aging, and extend lifespan At https://www.drfuhrman.com he advises people from all over the world, enabling recoveries from a wide range of ailments that are often considered permanent or incurable. Dr. Fuhrman also operates the Eat To Live Retreat in Southern California. Website https://www.drfuhrman.com Masterclass on Combating Autoimmune Diseases and Cancer https://www.drfuhrman.com/masterclass-cancer-autoimmune Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drfuhrman/ Twitter https://twitter.com/DrFuhrman nstagram https://www.instagram.com/joelfuhrmanmd/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@drfuhrman LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-fuhrman-m-d-61887112/ Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/drfuhrman/ Podcast https://www.drfuhrman.com/podcasts “Eat for Life” can be purchased here: https://shop.drfuhrman.com/eat-for-life-paperback/ Link to Masterclass on Combatting Auto Immune Diseases and Cancer https://www.drfuhrman.com/masterclass-cancer-autoimmune Membership to DrFuhrman.com https://www.drfuhrman.com/membership

    1h 1m
  3. Jun 4

    How To Survive The Hallowwen Sugar with Dr. Brooke Goldner @BrookeGoldnerMD

    Transforming your health is more fun with friends! Join Chef AJ’s Exclusive Plant-Based Community. Become part of the inner circle and start simplifying plant-based living - with easy recipes and expert health guidance. Find out more by visiting: https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. BROOKE GOLDNER, M.D. MEDICAL DOCTOR | PLANT-BASED HEALER | AUTHOR Dr. Goldner is a board certified medical doctor and the author of 3 best-selling books, Goodbye Lupus, Goodbye Autoimmune Disease, and Green Smoothie Recipes to Kick-Start Your Health & Healing. She has been featured on the front cover of Vegan Health & Fitness Magazine 3 times, including the recent cover of Fit Over Forty. She graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with honors for genetic research in leukemia and neurobiology, was a graduate of the Temple University School of Medicine, was Chief Resident at UCLA Harbor Residency, and holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. She is the founder of Website: https://www.goodbyelupus.com/?s2-ssl=yes I and creator of the Hyper-nourishing Protocol for Autoimmune Reversal. Dr. Goldner's People Magazine Article: https://people.com/woman-living-with-lupus-gets-unexpected-health-news-days-before-wedding-exclusive-real-life-love-8731791 Video on The Neuroscience of Creating A New Habit, Meeting Your Goals & Motivation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDbn4L0rPPc She has been featured in multiple documentaries such as Eating You Alive, Whitewashed, and The Conspiracy Against Your Health, has been featured on tv news and the Home & Family Show, as well as many radio shows and podcasts, and is a highly sought after keynote speaker, who shares the stage regularly with Drs. Ornish, Esselstyn, Bernard Greger and T. Colin Campbell, to name a few. She has been featured on the front cover of Vegan Health & Fitness Magazine 3 times, including the recent cover of Fit Over Forty. She is a regular contributor to T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and she is featured in the Journal of Disease Reversal reversing lupus in herself, as well as multiple cases studies in reversing end stage lupus nephritis (kidney failure) with her hyper-nourishing nutrition protocol. She is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University with honors for genetic research in leukemia and neurobiology, was a graduate of the Temple University School of Medicine, was Chief Resident at UCLA-Harbor Residency, and is the sole autoimmune professor for the Plant-Based Nutrition Certification from Cornell University. She is a member of the Forbes Health Advisory Board, the founder of GoodbyeLupus.com and creator of the Hyper-nourishing Protocol for Autoimmune Reversal. Website & Social Media: Website: https://www.goodbyelupus.com/?s2-ssl=yes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodbyelupus/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGoldner Youtube: https://youtube.com/brookegoldnermd TIK TOK @GoodbyeLupus Clubhouse @GoodbyeLupus Free Smoothie Recipes: https://smoothieshred.com/smoothie-recipes/.

    56 min
  4. May 28

    Chef AJ & Friends Community Success Stories of Transformation, Friendship and Support

    Join the Chef AJ & Friends Membership Community and Get the 21-Day Jumpstart FREE! Join now and get access to Chef AJ’s 21-Day Jumpstart Program in January — a guided, plant-based reset that helps you recharge and refocus after the holidays. 👉 https://community.chefaj.com/ You’ll also unlock The 5 Pathways of Plant-Based Progress — your living roadmap to build confidence, energy, and healthy habits that last. 💬 Today’s Episode: Community Success Stories This is one of the most heartwarming shows of the week! Chef AJ welcomes a panel of incredible community members — including Susanna Hall, Jeni Funderburk, Kristina Henry, Giselle Felicia Vivian, Bronwyn Glor, Laura Williams, and Els Gummer — to share their real-life experiences of transformation. You’ll hear: ✅ What made them join ✅ What surprised them most inside the community ✅ The moments that changed everything ✅ How the right support system made lasting health feel possible Key Takeaway: Real transformation happens when you stop doing it alone. Join the Chef AJ & Friends Membership Community Today: https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

    1h 2m
  5. May 26

    The Doctor is IN Q&A with Ron Weiss, MD

    Transforming your health is more fun with friends! Join Chef AJ’s Exclusive Plant-Based Community. Become part of the inner circle and start simplifying plant-based living - with easy recipes and expert health guidance. Find out more by visiting: https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes. learn more about MBSR(Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program) https://ethosprimarycare.com/programs/ To register for the course https://ethos-health.myshopify.com/products/minfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-course Dr. Weiss, founder of Ethos Primary Care, embodies what it means to be a true primary care doctor. He listens deeply and compassionately, fully aware that your health is a direct result of how you eat, sleep, move, stress, and your connection to nature. He is the kind of doctor who will help you trade your prescriptions for plants. Deeply committed to helping people obtain their optimal health through living a mindful, whole plant food-based lifestyle for more than 30 years, Dr. Weiss has been helping people reverse and prevent disease and illness to live a more energized, fulfilled life. Dr. Weiss is also the founder of Ethos Farm Project, a nonprofit organization and semifinalist in the Rockefeller Foundation 2050 Food System Vision Prize competition. He has been featured in top media, including The New York Times, The New York Post, The Today Show, New Jersey Monthly, and the feature-length documentary, "Eating You Alive." The mission of Ethos Farm Project is to address the interconnected nature of how agriculture affects human health, planetary health, and our relationship with animals. To achieve this, his 388-acre historic farm in Long Valley NJ where he operates Ethos Primary Care from, produces truly nourishing food to feed the community, restoring the land, all while cultivating and empowering a new generation of farmers, doctors, and nurses through hands-on educational programming. Dr Weiss feels that he is fulfilling his purpose in life through the work he does as a Board Certified, Lifestyle Medicine physician and the work he does through his nonprofit, Ethos Farm Project. Connecting his life's passion for medicine and the environment, Dr. Weiss believes we need "all hands on deck" to combat the healthcare and environmental crises we now face as a species, in order to ensure a habitable planet for our children. Dr. Weiss is here monthly, on Chef AJ, to answer any and all medical questions you may have. An experienced primary care doctor, there is no question too simple or too complex for him to handle. To learn more about Dr. Weiss and all he is involved with, visit the following: https://www.ethosprimarycare.com/ https://www.ethosfarmproject.org/.

    57 min
  6. May 21

    Movement as Medicine with John Plerre

    👉 Join the community now and get the 21-Day Jumpstart FREE: https://community.chefaj.com/ Find more about JP and https://www.johnpierre.com/ You can reach JP at FoodsForLIfeJP@yahoo.com JOIN THE CHEF AJ & FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY! If you’ve been waiting for the right time to join the Chef AJ & Friends Membership Community, this is it! Join this week and get free access to Chef AJ’s brand-new 21-Day Jumpstart Program launching in January 2026! The 21-Day Jumpstart is a powerful, plant-powered reset designed to help you kickstart your energy, confidence, and consistency at the start of the new year. It’s filled with live sessions, delicious recipes, practical meal prep tools, and mindset strategies to help you retrain your taste buds and rebuild healthy habits for life. 👉 Join the community now and get the 21-Day Jumpstart FREE: https://community.chefaj.com/ ABOUT THE CHEF AJ & FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY This isn’t just another membership—it’s a living roadmap that helps you create lasting habits that transform your health and happiness. Inside, you’ll find: The 5 Pathways of Plant-Based Progress—a step-by-step roadmap to guide you from confusion to consistency Hundreds of simple, delicious recipes Weekly live classes, expert talks, and cooking demos A supportive community of people walking the same journey with you You don’t have to do this alone. Join now and start your own pathway to better health: ➡️ https://community.chefaj.com/Transforming your health is more fun with friends! Join Chef AJ’s Exclusive Plant-Based Community. Become part of the inner circle and start simplifying plant-based living - with easy recipes and expert health guidance. Find out more by visiting: https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

    1h 5m
  7. May 19

    Winning at Weight Loss: Susanna Hall lost 90 lbs - and kept it off - with Chef AJ & Friends Community

    👉 Join the community now and get the 21-Day Jumpstart FREE: https://community.chefaj.com/ JOIN THE CHEF AJ & FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY! If you’ve been waiting for the right time to join the Chef AJ & Friends Membership Community, this is it! Join this week and get free access to Chef AJ’s brand-new 21-Day Jumpstart Program launching in January 2026! The 21-Day Jumpstart is a powerful, plant-powered reset designed to help you kickstart your energy, confidence, and consistency at the start of the new year. It’s filled with live sessions, delicious recipes, practical meal prep tools, and mindset strategies to help you retrain your taste buds and rebuild healthy habits for life. 👉 Join the community now and get the 21-Day Jumpstart FREE: https://community.chefaj.com/ ABOUT THE CHEF AJ & FRIENDS MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY This isn’t just another membership—it’s a living roadmap that helps you create lasting habits that transform your health and happiness. Inside, you’ll find: The 5 Pathways of Plant-Based Progress—a step-by-step roadmap to guide you from confusion to consistency Hundreds of simple, delicious recipes Weekly live classes, expert talks, and cooking demos A supportive community of people walking the same journey with you You don’t have to do this alone. Join now and start your own pathway to better health: ➡️ https://community.chefaj.com/ Transforming your health is more fun with friends! Join Chef AJ’s Exclusive Plant-Based Community. Become part of the inner circle and start simplifying plant-based living - with easy recipes and expert health guidance. Find out more by visiting: https://community.chefaj.com/ ***ABOUT TODAY'S SHOW!*** Today’s Episode: “Winning at Weight Loss” Chef AJ welcomes Susanna Hall, a longtime community member who lost over 90 pounds and kept it off — without counting calories, restricting portions, or going hungry. In this inspiring conversation, you’ll discover: ✅ The single most important shift that helped Susanna finally succeed after years of frustration ✅ Why calorie density is the secret to eating more and weighing less ✅ How community and accountability make consistency possible ✅ What to do when motivation fades and self-doubt creeps in ✅ Why lasting weight loss has nothing to do with willpower — and everything to do with structure and support As Chef AJ shares in The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss, the journey isn’t about deprivation — it’s about liberation from food obsession and guilt. This conversation will show you how to reclaim your energy, confidence, and joy in eating — one choice at a time.   🌟 Key Takeaway: You don’t need another diet — you need a roadmap, a system, and a supportive community that helps you stay consistent. That’s what The Chef AJ & Friends Membership Community is all about. Join today and begin your own journey through The 5 Pathways of Plant-Based Progress — where every step forward counts. 👉 https://community.chefaj.com/ ORDER MY NEW BOOK SWEET INDULGENCE!!! https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248 or https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144514092?ean=9781570674242 GET MY FREE INSTANT POT COOKBOOK: https://www.chefaj.com/instant-pot-download MY BEST SELLING WEIGHT LOSS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570674086?tag=onamzchefajsh-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1570674086&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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Hi! I’m Chef AJ, the author of "Unprocessed", "The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss", and "Own Your Health". This is where I interview interesting people and post my weekly Weight Loss Wednesdays. I have been following a plant exclusive diet for over 40 years and I like to show people how to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their diets in ways that are easy, delicious, and fun. If you’d like to get in touch with me, my website is https://www.chefaj.com/. Thanks for stopping by my channel. I’m Chef AJ and I make healthy taste delicious.

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