Culinary Medicine Recipe

Culinary Medicine Recipe

If you've ever been told to "eat healthier" and want healthy food to be delicious, this podcast delivers the diced and delectable details. Guest interviews with top chefs, doctors, healthcare visionaries and food service professionals publish on the first Wednesday of the month. As an added bonus, the podcast includes short practical "bite-size" episodes in English & Spanish with the host in her kitchen sharing tips on how to care for your health with nutritious and enjoyable food. Tune in to learn why your food choices matter and be inspired to turn great food into powerful medicine. Elevating the impact of Food as Medicine, Culinary medicine is a new evidence-based field that blends the art of food and cooking with the science of medicine to prevent and treat disease. Host, Dr. Sabrina Falquier, is a triple board-certified physician and leading culinary medicine expert. She is also bilingual in Spanish and English. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/culinary-medicine-recipe--3467840/support.

  1. Rebuilding Your Gut Microbiome to Improve Anxiety and Sleep Problems

    FEB 5

    Rebuilding Your Gut Microbiome to Improve Anxiety and Sleep Problems

    Are you looking for anxiety relief or sleep problem solutions? Your gut health might hold the key. Dr. Falquier is joined by Integrative Psychiatrist, Dr. Nishi Bhopal, and Clinical Nutritionist, Ailar Poonian, who work together to address mental well-being from the inside out. They chat about the powerful connection between the gut microbiome and mental health, sharing expert insights to improve your gut health and mental well-being. In this episode you’ll hear: 2:15 – What is a whole body approach to mental health and sleep issues? 4:35 – How an integrative psychiatrist and clinical nutritionist work together. 8:15 – The gut-brain connection and the gut microbiome. 12:40 – SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) 13:30 – Foods for gut health. 17:15 – Why are we now talking so much about the gut microbiome? 20:30 – Testing your microbiome for better mental health. 26:40 – How quickly can a person feel improvements in anxiety and sleep? 32:30 – Should microbiome testing be repeated? 34:45 – Should you eat food or take supplements for prebiotics and probiotics? 37:10 – Dr. Bhopal’s approach to supplements. 38:40 – Navigating the often confusing nutrition landscape. Thank you to our sponsor, Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. Guest link: https://pacificintegrativepsych.com/ CREDITS: Host – Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound & Editing – Will Crann Executive Producer – Esther Garfin ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/culinary-medicine-recipe--3467840/support.

    42 min
  2. Obesity Medicine Meets Culinary Medicine with Dr. Nisha Patel

    JAN 8

    Obesity Medicine Meets Culinary Medicine with Dr. Nisha Patel

    Dr. Falquier chats with obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Nisha Patel, who is also certified in culinary medicine, about the latest tools and strategies for sustainable weight management. From the rising use of GLP-1 medications to the powerful role of culinary medicine, Dr. Patel breaks down the science of how these medications function, whether they’re to be taken long term, and why what we eat still matters. If you’ve been wondering if medication for weight management is right for you, this episode is a must listen!              In this episode you’ll hear: 3:00 – Medication and lifestyle changes for weight loss. 5:30 – What is a GLP-1? 8:50 – The effects of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on appetite regulation and cravings. 12:45 – Weight management dream team. 15:15 – How culinary medicine fits into Dr. Patel’s practice? 18:00 – Are GLP-1 medications taken for the long term? 25:45 – Negative side effects of GLP-1 medications. 29:40 – What we eat still matters with medication. 34:10 – Thoughts on RFK Jr. leading the Department of Health and Human Services. 35:40 – Health and wellbeing beyond the number on the scale. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.   Credits: Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound and Editing - Will Crann Executive Producer - Esther Garfin   ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/culinary-medicine-recipe--3467840/support.

    38 min
  3. Healthy Holiday Eating Tips

    11/06/2024

    Healthy Holiday Eating Tips

    The holidays are here, and with them come festive gatherings, family meals and treats at every turn! In this special holiday edition, Dr. Falquier helps you navigate the holiday season with tips for staying on track with your health goals while still enjoying the season’s flavors and celebrations. Plus, she shares a delicious, festive recipe that’s easy to make and packed with nutrients to keep you feeling good throughout the holidays (written recipe in show notes). In this episode you’ll hear: 1:50 - What to put on your plate 2:20 – Managing alcohol consumption & keeping hydrated 3:25 – Pillars of lifestyle medicine 5:50 – Self-care 6:25 – Recipe: Roasted vegetables with a green sauce & festive topping   As referenced in the episode:   Alternative Food Network Newsletter Sign-Up Roasted Vegetables with Green Sauce Recipe Recipe by: Sabrina A. Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Physician, Professor, Culinary Instructor, Speaker, Consultant, Podcast Host Culinary Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Internal Medicine Founder & Owner, Sensations Salud® Yield: 4 cups roasted vegetables, and 1 cup green sauce Servings: 4, Portion: 1 cup Vegetables and 1-4 Tbsp green sauce Ingredients: For Roasted Vegetables •  4 cups roughly chopped vegetables of your choice. These are examples, yet choices are endless.    •  brussel sprouts: cut off tough end and cut in half    •  bell peppers: cut into chosen pieces; discard pith and seeds    •  cauliflower: cut into 1/2 inch slices - OK if you have small pieces and larger pieces and even crumbs    •  carrots: cut on diagonal about 1/2 inch slices    •  tomatoes: cut in half if large and put flat side down, if cherry - leave whole    •  purple cabbage: cut off tough end only and slice roughly 1/2 inch slices    •  onions: any color, stem and root end removed, quartered and peeled    •  summer and winter squash, peeled if needed and 1/2 inch slices •  1/4 - 1/2 tsp Kosher salt •  1/4 tsp pepper •  1 - 2 tsp Olive Oil For Green Sauce: •  4 pressed cups washed greens and hard stems/veins removed (cilantro, kale, parsley, spinach, arugula as examples. •  3/4 cup olive oil •  2 tsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemon) •  2 Tbsp lemon juice (from about 2 lemons) •  1 Tbsp red or white wine vinegar •  1/4 - 1/2 tsp Kosher salt For topping (optional) •  1/2 cup Pomegranate seeds Method: Heat oven to 425FPlace all vegetables in a large bowl. Drizzle vegetables with measured Olive Oil and rub with hands to make sure well coated. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and pepper.  For roasting: Place vegetables on baking sheets lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper, single layer Roast for 10 minutes, and then set timer at 5-minute intervals until desired doneness (goal is some brown bits/caramelization, and heartier vegetables such as cauliflower, cabbage, carrots, winter squash and brussel sprouts to be fork tender on inside.) Roast times will vary depending on vegetable.Optional to flip vegetables at 5-minute interval.For green sauce: In food processor or blender - place your chosen greens, 3/4 cups olive oil, 2 tsp lemon zest, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar, and 1/4 tsp salt.Pulse to desired consistency from textured to smooth. Taste and adjust by adding additional lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar or salt (1/8 tsp at a time).For plating: Choose your serving platter.Place...

    12 min
  4. Low FODMAP Diet for IBS

    10/02/2024

    Low FODMAP Diet for IBS

    Struggling with bloating and stomach discomfort? Tired of running to the toilet? Dr. Falquier chats with Registered Dietitian, Kelsey Moore, about the Low FODMAP Diet and how it can provide lasting relief for those suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). From learning about which foods to eat and avoid, to how to manage in restaurants, these thirty minutes could change your quality of life forever.   In this episode you’ll hear: 1:30 – What is the Low FODMAP Diet? 2:00 – Difference between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD). 3:00 – Sub-types of IBS and their symptoms. 4:00 – The importance of getting diagnosed by a healthcare provider. 4:45 – What does FODMAP mean? 6:30 – How to implement a low FODMAP diet? 9:15 – Low FODMAP foods and what foods to eliminate initially? 12:00 – Re-introduction phase 13:30 – How to make it easier to implement a low FODMAP diet? 16:15 – Garlic-infused oil 17:30 – Onion alternative 18:30 – Improvements in work life, social life, travel. 20:50 – Eating out with IBS. 22:50 – Working with a healthcare provider on a low FODMAP diet. 24:50 – What if you’re on medication? 26:30 – Canadian Digestive Health Foundation 29:00 – What to do if your child has IBS?   Referenced in the episode:   https://cdhf.ca/en/https://www.monashfodmap.com/ibs-central/i-have-ibs/get-the-app/  Credits: Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM Sound and Editing - Will Crann Executive Producer - Esther Garfin ©2024 Alternative Food Network Inc.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/culinary-medicine-recipe--3467840/support.

    31 min

Ratings & Reviews

4.9
out of 5
13 Ratings

About

If you've ever been told to "eat healthier" and want healthy food to be delicious, this podcast delivers the diced and delectable details. Guest interviews with top chefs, doctors, healthcare visionaries and food service professionals publish on the first Wednesday of the month. As an added bonus, the podcast includes short practical "bite-size" episodes in English & Spanish with the host in her kitchen sharing tips on how to care for your health with nutritious and enjoyable food. Tune in to learn why your food choices matter and be inspired to turn great food into powerful medicine. Elevating the impact of Food as Medicine, Culinary medicine is a new evidence-based field that blends the art of food and cooking with the science of medicine to prevent and treat disease. Host, Dr. Sabrina Falquier, is a triple board-certified physician and leading culinary medicine expert. She is also bilingual in Spanish and English. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/culinary-medicine-recipe--3467840/support.

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