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NOV 14

Male Hormones: What Every Man Needs to Know with Dr. R. Kumar

Low energy, low libido or body changes? Hormonal changes aren’t just a female issue. Learn how male hormones, including testosterone or Low T, affect your health and vitality. We cover signs of male hormone imbalance, andropause, hormone replacement therapy, and the lifestyle tweaks that can make a difference. Integrative physician, Dr. R. Kumar, shares science-backed insights and actionable tips to help you feel your best. In this episode you’ll hear: 2:30 – About male hormones including testosterone 4:45 – Low testosterone levels 7:20 – What is the function of testosterone in men? 8:15 – Hormonal imbalance for men and the causes 9:30 – When does testosterone start to drop naturally? 9:45 – What supports testosterone production? 10:30 – Alcohol’s effect on male hormones 11:00 – When to check testosterone levels? 12:15 – DHEA 14:15 – Bioidentical testosterone 15:40 – Lifestyle and diet strategies to support healthy testosterone 16:40 – Food sources of zinc 18:00 – Whole food plant-based diet to support hormones and the microbiome 20:15 – Is soy bad for men? 24:30 – Testosterone and cognition 25:30 – Cost of testosterone 27:00 – Finding an integrative physician Guest Link: https://www.ommanicenter.com/ Resources referenced in the episode: · Understanding How Our Body Works webinar by Dr. Rose Kumar · Balancing Female Hormones in Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. R. Kumar podcast · Reversal of cognitive decline: A novel therapeutic program CREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann Click here to sign up for our free newsletter. To become a podcast supporter, click here. Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based

Nov 14

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30 min
OCT 10

Balancing Female Hormones in Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. R. Kumar

Feeling off lately - mood swings, weight changes, low energy, or poor sleep? It could be your hormones. In this episode, Integrative physician, Dr. Rose Kumar, is coming to the rescue! She breaks down the confusing world of hormone balancing vs. hormone replacement, including what you need to know about estrogen dominance, perimenopause symptoms, cortisol levels, bioidentical hormones, hormone testing, and the role of diet and lifestyle. Whether you’re in your mid-thirties and your hormones are starting to change or you’re adjusting to life post-menopause, this episode gives you practical tools to understand your hormones and support your body through every stage. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:10 – Why an episode about hormones? 3:15 – Who is Dr. Rose Kumar? 5:30 – What should women understand about hormones? 8:00 – Danger of high dose hormones 8:45 – Premenopause & perimenopause hormonal changes in your 30’s & 40’s 12:00 – Hormone balancing vs. hormone replacement 13:00 – What are bioidentical hormones? 14:00 – What hormones are FDA approved? 15:30 – Therapeutic use of hormones 17:10 – Are there any BHRT studies? 19:30 – Estrogen and progesterone hormone ratios and doses 24:00 – Symptoms of estrogen dominance 25:30 – Can you have hormone imbalance even without symptoms? 27:00 – How does plant-based eating and lifestyle affect hormones? 28:15 – Is soy good or bad for you? 31:30 – Which food helps hormonal imbalance? 36:15 – The expanding waistline 36:45 – Hormone testing: what to check and how often in your 30's, 40's & 50's 44:45 – Menopause by definition 45:00 – How long should a postmenopausal woman be on hormones? 46:00 – How do you reverse bone density loss? Guest Link: https://www.ommanicenter.com/ CREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann Please consider supporting us on Buy Me a Coffee. Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based

Oct 10

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54 min
NOV 19

How to Host Without the Hangover: Dr. Falquier’s 3 Party-Ready Mocktails

Ready to sip something delicious and good for you? Dr. Falquier explains how to make three healthy mocktails that are full of flavor and natural ingredients: a Jamaica (Hibiscus) Lime Spritzer, Strawberry Basil Sparkler and Mint Mojito Refresher. These refreshing non-alcoholic drinks are perfect for holiday entertaining, Dry January, or anytime you want to feel great while you sip. This episode is also available in video on the Alternative Food Network Youtube channel. For ready-made non-alcoholic beers, wines, spirits and cocktails, check out ProofNoMore Alternative Food Network gets a commission if you decide to make a purchase using this link. Credits: Host – Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound and Editing – Will Crann Executive Producer – Esther Garfin ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Show Topics Include: Nutrition, Food as Medicine, Microbiome, Metabolism, Weight loss, Gut health, Healthy recipes, Lower cholesterol naturally, Reverse heart disease, Health, Inflammation, Mediterranean Diet, Longevity, Turmeric benefits , Cortisol Stress, Blood sugar, Protein, Magnesium, Sleep quality, Immunity, Hormone balance, Sunday meal prep, Medically tailored meals (MTM), Produce Prescription (PRx), ROI of Food as Medicine programs, Healthcare cost reduction, Prevention nutrition, Culinary medicine program curriculum for hospitals, Teaching kitchen, Health equity, Evidence-based nutrition interventions

Nov 19

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5 min
NOV 5

Why 'Eat Less, Move More' Is Failing You: What Doctors Aren't Taught About Nutrition

Did you know most doctors receive almost no formal training in nutrition? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Sabrina Falquier sits down with internal medicine specialist, Dr. Thomas Carter, and third year medical student, Megan Roach, for an honest conversation about how much nutrition has been taught in medical school and what that means for patient care. Together, they compare experiences, share insights from both generations of medicine, and discuss why culinary medicine is helping bridge the knowledge gap. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:00 – How much nutrition is taught in medical school? 8:20 – Why Dr. Carter agreed to be a guest on this episode 10:00 – Nutrition education in medical school: Megan Roach’s perspective as a medical student 13:00 – Culinary medicine workshops in medical school 14:20 – Food as medicine 15:00 – What every medical student should learn about nutrition 17:00 – The challenge of speaking with patients about nutrition 19:30 – What Dr. Carter wishes he knew about nutrition 21:00 – How do you talk to a patient about nutrition? 26:45 – How to give nutrition advice in short appointments 31:30 – Nutrition training: The hope for future doctors Referenced in the episode: Proposed Nutrition Competencies for Medical Students and Physician TraineesMedicina Culinaria podcast in SpanishBuy Me a CoffeeCredits: Host – Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound and Editing – Will Crann Executive Producer – Esther Garfin ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Show Topics Include: Nutrition, Food as Medicine, Microbiome, Metabolism, Weight loss, Gut health, Healthy recipes, Lower cholesterol naturally, Reverse heart disease, Health, Inflammation, Mediterranean Diet, Longevity, Turmeric benefits , Cortisol Stress, Blood sugar, Protein, Magnesium, Sleep quality, Immunity, Hormone balance, Sunday meal prep, Medically tailored meals (MTM), Produce Prescription (PRx), ROI of Food as Medicine programs, Healthcare cost reduction, Prevention nutrition, Culinary medicine program curriculum for hospitals, Teaching kitchen, Health equity, Evidence-based nutrition interventions

Nov 5

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37 min
09/06/2017

How Different Foods Affect Sleep

Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Achieving quality sleep is essential for your well-being. This podcast discusses the importance of sleep for both adults and children, and how food can facilitate or hinder a good night's sleep. Hear great tips from Dr. Audrey Sasson, ND, about what foods are more relaxing to the body and what foods should be avoided in the evening. Get your day off to a great start by sleeping well the night before.

09/06/2017

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16 min
APR 11

Is Plant-Based Eating REALLY Healthier For You?

What does the science say about plant-based eating? Can a plant-based diet help prevent and manage chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, cancer, and heart disease? We sit down with a registered dietitian who holds two Bachelor of Science degrees and a Master of Dietetics and Nutrition to break down the latest scientific research on plant-based eating and its powerful role in disease prevention and management. Whether you're considering a fully plant-based diet or just looking to add more nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods to your meals, this episode is packed with expert insights to guide you. In this episode you’ll hear: 2:45 – What is the evidence that shows plant-based eating is good for health? 6:35 – Key nutrients of plant-based foods that help chronic diseases such as obesity & cancer. 12:00 – Does a plant-based diet help with diabetes? 14:15 – What is considered a portion size? 15:10 – Impact of a plant-based diet on heart health and cholesterol. 18:00 – How to begin a plant-based diet. 26:00 – “Health is wealth” Free Alternative Food Network Newsletter Sign-Up Alternative Food Network Youtube Channel Resources Vegetarian Dietary Patterns for Adults: A Position Paper of the Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsPlant-Based Diets and Their Role in Preventive Medicine: A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based Insights for Reducing Disease Risk Plant power: Using diet to lower cancer risk Role of Phytochemicals in Cancer Chemoprevention: Insights Health Benefits of Vegetarian Diets: An Insight into the Main TopicsCREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based

Apr 11

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29 min
APR 2

Reducing Inflammation in the Body

These seventeen minutes about inflammation are not to be missed. Inflammation is a natural defense mechanism, but chronic inflammation can contribute to heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune conditions, and more. In this episode, Dr. Falquier breaks down the science of inflammation, exploring why it’s essential for healing, how it can be harmful, and what you can do to keep it in check. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:25 - Chronic inflammation statistics 2:30 - What is acute inflammation? 3:10 - Healing acute inflammation 4:30 - Chronic inflammation causes 6:10 - Daily cell damage that needs repair 7:40 - Examples of health problems resulting from cell damage and inflammation 8:20 - Signs of chronic inflammation 9:20 - Can you test for chronic inflammation? 12:30 - Anti-inflammatory foods 14:50 - How to reduce inflammation in the body recap: a holistic approach As referenced in the episode: Audio - Healthy Eating Plate: Your Guide to Balanced Meals Video - What's On Your Plate Credits: Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound and Editing - Will Crann Executive Producer - Esther Garfin ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Show Topics Include: Nutrition, Food as Medicine, Microbiome, Metabolism, Weight loss, Gut health, Healthy recipes, Lower cholesterol naturally, Reverse heart disease, Health, Inflammation, Mediterranean Diet, Longevity, Turmeric benefits , Cortisol Stress, Blood sugar, Protein, Magnesium, Sleep quality, Immunity, Hormone balance, Sunday meal prep, Medically tailored meals (MTM), Produce Prescription (PRx), ROI of Food as Medicine programs, Healthcare cost reduction, Prevention nutrition, Culinary medicine program curriculum for hospitals, Teaching kitchen, Health equity, Evidence-based nutrition interventions

Apr 2

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17 min
01/12/2024

How to Lose Weight with Plant-Based Eating

Hold on to your greens folks! In this episode, we’re talking about common mistakes that might be sabotaging your plant-based weight loss goals. Tune in to hear The Plant Forward Nutritionist, Hannah Van Ark, discuss the dos and don’ts of plant-based weight loss so you can thrive on your weight loss journey. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:30 – It’s a girl! 4:15 – Batch cooking 6:00 – Why people may not lose weight if they’re eating more plants 8:00 – Plant-based v. vegan 9:30 – Weight Loss Mistake #1: Eating too much ultra-processed and calorie-dense foods 14:45 – The perfect snack 16:30 – Weight Loss Mistake #2: Slashing calories v. repairing metabolism 22:00 – Benefits of yoga 23:45 – Weight Loss Mistake #3: Undershooting protein 26:00 – Plant-based proteins 28:45 – Weight Loss Mistake #4: Being too strict 31:30 – Postpartum weight loss Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here. CREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann As referenced in the episode: Guest Link: https://www.theplantforwardnutritionist.com/Eating for Longevity and Increasing Health Span, Plant-Based Diet podcast Culinary Medicine Recipe podcastSubscribe to Alternative Food Newtork's newsletter here. To help us get to know you, kindly take a few seconds to fill out this SURVEY from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet. Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based

01/12/2024

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39 min
OCT 1

Everything You Need to Know About Electrolytes!

From hydration to nerve function, discover the crucial role electrolytes play in keeping us healthy and energized. Dr. Sabrina Falquier breaks down what electrolytes are, how they work, and why they're essential for our bodies. Plus learn what foods contain electrolytes and how to make your own simple electrolyte drink at home. Whether you're an athlete, constantly on the go, or just someone looking to improve your overall well-being, this is for you! In this episode you’ll hear: 0:40 – What are electrolytes? 1:00 – How do we lose electrolytes? 1:45 – What’s in electrolyte powder and drinks? 2:35 - Who can benefit from added electrolytes? 3:15 – What foods have electrolytes? 4:30 – How to make electrolyte water? Credits: Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound and Editing - Will Crann Executive Producer - Esther Garfin ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Show Topics Include: Nutrition, Food as Medicine, Microbiome, Metabolism, Weight loss, Gut health, Healthy recipes, Lower cholesterol naturally, Reverse heart disease, Health, Inflammation, Mediterranean Diet, Longevity, Turmeric benefits , Cortisol Stress, Blood sugar, Protein, Magnesium, Sleep quality, Immunity, Hormone balance, Sunday meal prep, Medically tailored meals (MTM), Produce Prescription (PRx), ROI of Food as Medicine programs, Healthcare cost reduction, Prevention nutrition, Culinary medicine program curriculum for hospitals, Teaching kitchen, Health equity, Evidence-based nutrition interventions

Oct 1

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6 min
03/08/2024

Plant-Forward Modern Jewish Cuisine

The multi-talented trained chef, dietician and cookbook author, Micah Siva, shares her passion for reimagining traditional dishes with a health-conscious, plant-based approach to Jewish cooking. Whether you’re a foodie looking for new inspiration or simply curious about the intersection of culture and cuisine, tune in to discover the world of plant-forward Jewish cuisine. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:00 – What sparked Micah’s love of food? 6:30 – Micah’s education and professional journey 11:10 – Micah’s online presence 16:30 – Micah’s cookbook 18:40 – Modern versions of Micah’s favourite childhood foods including a vegan matzah ball 25:00 – Tips on becoming a food blogger 27:45 – Micah’s book tour Thank you to our presenting sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here. CREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann As referenced in the episode: Guest Link: https://www.noshwithmicah.com/Institute of Culinary Education: https://www.ice.edu/Receive $10 off your order of $50 or more with code PLANTBASED10 at https://www.trueleafmarket.com/Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/plant-based-diet--3431055/support. Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based

03/08/2024

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30 min

With credible guest experts in the fields of medicine, science, nutrition and culinary arts, Alternative Food Network podcasts help listeners get informed about what to eat to prevent, manage and even reverse disease. These podcasts are for anyone interested in eating for a healthier and more energetic life, and for the healthcare professionals helping them do so.

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