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Curious about what plant-based eating is all about? If you’re thinking of incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet or are looking for more plant-based recipes, this podcast is for you.

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Plant-Based Diet Alternative Food Network

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.5 • 41 Ratings

Curious about what plant-based eating is all about? If you’re thinking of incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet or are looking for more plant-based recipes, this podcast is for you.

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    Green Thumbs Unite: Mastering Low-Maintenance Gardening

    Green Thumbs Unite: Mastering Low-Maintenance Gardening

    Delve into the world of low-maintenance gardening with award-winning author and renowned landscape architect, Matthieu Mehuys. Discover the secrets to nurturing healthy plants by focusing on soil, good compost and mulch. Matthieu also shares his top picks for easy-to-grow vegetables and flowers. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or just starting out, this episode is packed with invaluable tips and advice to help you create a beautiful, low maintenance garden.  

    In this episode you’ll hear:
    2:30 – How Matthieu became fascinated about plants
    6:15 – Low maintenance gardening
    8:00 – Healthy soil
    10:45 – Plant vibrations and frequencies as indicators of a healthy plant
    14:00 – What high quality compost looks like and where to buy compost
    16:40 – Decompacting soil
    17:15 – Should soil be turned?
    18:30 – Mulching
    20:15 – Should you rake leaves from your garden in the fall?
    21:00 – Weeds
    23:10 – What are cover crops?
    25:15 – Matthieu’s garden masterclass
    27:20 – Easy to grow vegetables
    28:30 – What flowers are easiest to grow outside?  

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    CREDITS:
    Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
    Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann  

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    Masterclass Garden of Your Dreams - https://www.gardenofyourdreams.com/Book: https://www.paulownia-la.com/book/Landscape Design - https://www.paulownia-la.com/Matthieu’s Calendly: https://calendly.com/garden-of-your-dreams/30min  A diet that mimics fasting appeared to reduce people's biological age by 2 1/2 years, a study found. Here's what they ate.Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter here.

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    • 33 min
    Plant-Forward Modern Jewish Cuisine

    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

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    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.

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    • 29 min
    How to Overcome Plant-Based Eating Roadblocks

    How to Overcome Plant-Based Eating Roadblocks

    Ready to conquer the challenges that may be keeping you from embracing a plant-based diet? In this episode, plant-based health coach, Michele Stamn PT, navigates the top five hurdles that often stand between individuals and their journey toward a more plant-powered plate. Tune in for practical tips to help you overcome these obstacles on your journey to a healthier you.

    In this episode you’ll hear:
    3:30 – From physical therapist to plant-based health coach.
    5:50 – Mindset for plant-based eating – suspend your disbelief.
    8:30 – Going plant-based all at once – it’s not an all or nothing approach.
    10:15 – Joint inflammation, knee pain and plant-based eating.
    14:45 – How to avoid cooking two different meals for your family.
    18:45 – How to eat plant-based in social situations, at restaurants and when travelling.
    21:45 – Plant-based foods ideas.

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    As referenced in the episode:
    Guest link: https://www.wellness-empowered.org/Plant-Based Diet, Episode 41, How NYC Hospitals Shifted to More Plant-Based MealsCulinary Medicine RecipeSubscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter hereReceive $10 off your order of $50 or more with code PLANTBASED10 at https://www.trueleafmarket.com/CREDITS:
    Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
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    • 25 min
    How to Lose Weight with Plant-Based Eating

    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

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    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.

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    • 38 min
    What is Lab-Grown Meat: Is it really meat?

    What is Lab-Grown Meat: Is it really meat?

    Delve into the fascinating world of lab-grown meat in our latest episode. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast, an eco-warrior or simply like food tech, this episode sheds light on the potential of cell cultivated meat and the current stage of the industry.

    In this episode you’ll hear:
    3:00 – What is cellular food and cultivated meat? Is it even meat?
    5:00 – Is lab-grown meat the same as cell cultivated meat?
    5:40 – What are the environmental benefits of cell cultivated meat?
    9:45 – When will lab-grown meat be available?
    12:20 – Where are we at now with cellular meat?
    13:35 – When will cell cultivated meat be available in your local supermarket?
    14:20 – Regulation of the cell cultivated meat industry
    14:45 – 10 year forecast

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    Credits
    Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
    Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

    As referenced in the episode:
    https://www.caromeats.com/

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    • 18 min
    The Evolution of Plant-Based Eating: From Hippie to Sophisticated

    The Evolution of Plant-Based Eating: From Hippie to Sophisticated

    Times have changed since the unsophisticated beginnings of plant-based cuisine. Are you ready to discover the culinary innovations and techniques that have transformed plant-based dishes into gastronomic masterpieces? Whether you’re a foodie eager to understand the nuances of modern plant-based cuisine or you want to elevate your own cooking, this episode with renowned Chef Matthew Ravenscroft is a feast for your ears.

    In this episode you’ll hear:
    1:30 – Chef Matthew’s plant-based background
    3:30 – The evolution of plant-based eating
    6:40 – Chef Matthew’s approach to gourmet plant-based dishes
    11:40 – How you can elevate your plant-based food
    14:00 – Understanding the best method to cook your vegetable
    15:30 – Using Google to research your vegetable
    16:30 – Trending ingredients and pairings in the veggie world
    19:00 – Cooking with beans
    21:00 – How can tahini be replaced in a recipe?
    24:00 – Chef Matthew’s vision for plant-based cuisine

    Credits
    Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
    Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

    Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here. If you use the link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase.

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    • 25 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
41 Ratings

41 Ratings

Plant based diet fan ,

Esther is amazing!

No matter what your question might be Esther asks it before you are even able to come up with it! She covers all the bases in every topic when she does an interview and it’s really amazing to have somebody that you feel like is on your side when getting this kind of information. I would definitely listen to all of her podcasts!

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For you, no matter where you’re at…

I love Esther’s approach to plant-based eating, that she welcomes you to learn about all things plant-based, no matter where you’re at on your own plant-based journey. She hosts interesting guests on a wide variety of topics!

Crown Yourself ,

Positively edible

Esther brings such knowledge to plant based living. A must listen if you’re looking to explore more about plant based living!

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